Kawasaki Prairie 400 4x4 Automatic - ATV Review - Common Issues - Service

We are doing an overview (going over problems, service and review) of the Kawasaki Prairie 400 4X4.
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[@byrongibbs9933]

Good video. Correction at time stamp 5.20 - author calls the coolant valve a filter. This item is actually a thermostat valve in the return line to the radiator from the carburetor. When the coolant is cold the valve is open causing coolant to bypass the main engine thermostat so as to heat up the carburetor quickly. Then as the coolant warms up the valve closes off the valve forcing all coolant to pass through the main engine thermostat. The purpose of this valve is for quicker warming of the carburetor so as to reduce the potential for carburetor icing allowing for a smoother transition from a cold engine to one operating at proper temperature.

[@italianguyy869]

What year is that is there a 2003?

[@nickorango]

I got grey engine oil. Is the water pump head gasket a common problem on these engines? Or could it be something else?

[@thehuntingelderswithmitcha3636]

Nice info on these videos ..i have a 2001 Prarrie 400 I turned the key off and now it won't start .even with a squirt of starter fluid have fuel .spark. Air And good compression.it won't start .what can I do you think the valves need adjusted.please help.thanks for all the info

[@PitchBlackL]

Is the 4 wheel drive actuation automatic as well? Don’t see a 4x4 level or switch.

[@rickyc664]

Full time 4 wheel drive. I had one exactly like it.

[@ktpowerwashing]

Excellent video! Thank you

[@timhopkins3591]

Thanks so much for the info!!

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Happy to help! If you need parts or tools for the job check us out at www.midnebraskamotorsports.com/

[@joshhorton3616]

I just want to know why mine pulls to the right so hard could that be a Tyrod also it has a hose running from the vent on the gas cap and it will try and die like it’s not getting fuel but if I blow into the vent hose it will run fine for a while

[@marcwilson4999]

My digital display is out. I have no way of knowing speed/hrs/trip etc. is there a replacement for the 2002 or what are options?

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

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[@salvadorcuevas3861]

Where could I find the vin# ?

[@aaronhinojos1131]

Hello ! Your videos are awesome! I just picked up one of these bad boys and know nothing about them trying to learn !, Im trying to locate a VIN to see what year it is but can not find one , ?? Also where would I get a replacement oil filter at ?

[@kaylenlopez1985]

On the rear of the bike. There’s a large black hose/duct that goes from the bottom section up to the seat area. What is that for? Because mine is missing the portion that goes up to the seat area.

[@Cory_Lucas]

Hey I was wondering where you find your parts for the older machines. I have a 98 kvf 400a. Looking for ring and pinion, pinion coupler and pinion nut.

[@ernieslaven9395]

Where is the vin # on these?

[@shaz024]

Hey my 02’ prairie 400 started revving up itself in idle, what do you think it could be?

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Air leak. Bad throttle cable. Choke issues. Let me know what you find! Thanks for the comment and for watching. Let us know if you have an questions! Let us know if you need parts: www.ebay.com/str/midnebraskamotorsports

[@shilos3907]

I’m trying to get a whole new rear end for mine do you happen to know where I could possibly get one.?

[@markacton5477]

how do you fix a dripping overflow tube on a carb

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Mark, check this video out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aXeuqZmCrpl7pdU It will answer all your questions. Thanks for watching.

[@souled.out.soapers9397]

I have a 2000 kawasaki prairie 400 4x4 with a problem with the rear wheels will not turn the front wheels work fine but the rear are not turning , rear differential has oil and not making an noise at all .any thoughts?

[@souled.out.soapers9397]

The 4wheel drive works in the front but not the back.

[@aelepage]

My Prairie 400 transmission is block. Can’t move my transmission handle to the neutral position. So can’t start. I tried to hold the handle and foot brake to by passe the lock. Don’t work. Shake it nothing happen. Do you have an answer pse Thanks in advance Andre

[@eunicenelson812]

What year is this and Is there a lower arm control on there

[@harryrupertus2075]

I have a 2007 360 4x4. Mine is almost exactly the same except mine is air cooled and has a oil cooler where you have a radiator and my rear end is different with a wet break system. So when you do videos on this model I can use them for reference on mine right? Just wondering. Thanks, love your channel 🤣👍🏻🤘🏻

[@Philliam_Anselmo]

I need to know what could cause an overcharge on a battery. I’ve fried 2 CDI boxes because of this issue.

[@Daniel-xq7ny]

Hi. I have the chance to purchase a 1997 Kawasaki KVF 400 and wanted to know if they are great and reliable ATVs , are I'm better to go with another brand, etc? Thanks

[@pieceofsheet6831]

Quite the informative video. I recently inherited an older version of this bike. Forgive this stupid question, but I can't seem to figure out how to engage the four-wheel drive, there doesn't seem to be a switch. Also, I get a slight rattle-like sound as the engine spins up, but it stops when the engine revs high enough. I should also mention that it stalls when the fuel switch isn't on reserve. Care to explain that, too? Thanks.

[@pieceofsheet6831]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports thank you for the reply. Yeah, it's the 4x4, found out it engages in low or something. I'll see what I can do about the clutch and the petcock. Thanks again man, I appreciate it!

[@liljaycub3538]

when i put mine into gear, high , low ,reverse it just starts going i don’t know why the throttles not down it just starts rolling

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Can you turn the idle screw down. If you've done that and it doesn't fix it we can either go through your carburetor for you or you might have an air leak. Let me know either way! Thanks for watching.

[@djtraintxk]

Nice 400b

[@nickpotter4977]

do you know any plows/winches that are compatible?

[@drkiffers]

Was looking for air intake

[@charlese.perkinsjr.3306]

I lost my key. How can I turn power on for

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Hot wire it. Look for those instruction on the black market. Honestly I'd just replace the switch. We have several of them for cheap: check out: www.ebay.com/str/midnebraskamotorsports

[@rickyc664]

I bought a new ignition switch with 2 keys on eBay for about 8 dollars, very simple to replace.

[@liveandletlive2894]

Did you oil your praire 400 filter?

[@nickpotter4977]

The button mine won’t press in at all. Any ideas on how to fix this? I can go to high and neutral as normal but can’t go to low or reverse

[@nickpotter4977]

this was fixed lol it was frozen and wouldnt budge. had to warm it up

[@ericbivins8014]

Hello I just got one of these in trade that my friends daughter tried to jump start the battery and burnt up the igniter box. Before I spend $500 on a new one what should I check to make sure the new one don't burn up? Btw it is a model year 2000 400 4x4. Thank you

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

Eric. A new one wont be burnt up. Are you purchasing a used one? Not against the idea but unfortunately there is not test for these except for installing them to make sure they work. Sorry I didn’t have better news. You might check with Rick’s electronics. They are a good reputable electronics dealer. Thanks for watching.

[@ericbivins8014]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports I ordered a brand new igniter.

[@ericbivins8014]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports it fired right but it only runs when the choke is on. I'm going to clean the carb. Thanks for the help.

[@MidNebraskaMotorsports]

@@ericbivins8014 Absolutely. Make sure that pilot jet is completely cleaned before going back together.

[@liveandletlive2894]

My starter spins but doesn't engage the motor I'm assuming the starter clutch is bad...how hard is that to change?

[@gen1canamoutlander705]

Make sure your battery terminals are on correctly, + on +, - on -, if they are connected wrong the starter will spin the wrong direction and wont engage the motor.

[@liveandletlive2894]

From diff is a limited slip...needs special fluid or regular 80/90?

[@liveandletlive2894]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports I have gl-5 80/90 from walmart I used in the rear. Is that fine for the front too?

[@lawrencewatson853]

I think something is wrong wit radiator

[@clintfraley1968]

My brakes lock up after about 5 minutes of riding. They will release after sitting about 10-15 minutes. Any help would be appreciated. Thx

[@marcharris4176]

Clean master cylinder

[@redddave]

Going to look at a 2000 Kawasaki Prairie 400, any way to test the rear diff? Would you even recommend the Prairie 400? If the diff goes out can you buy a new one or is rebuilding the only way to go?

[@redddave]

No i did not got a Honda Foreman instead

[@redddave]

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[@liveandletlive2894]

Diff drain plug isnt a 10mm

[@theirishaxe9405]

Do you have a video on how to change coolant?

[@theirishaxe9405]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports thank you. I just bought a 2000 prairie 400 4x4 with super low miles just sat most it's life so I've done oil change and diff fluids and belt just need to flush the coolant and re fill but I'm not seeing the drain. Also is there a way to tell if the radiator fan is working? Thanks

[@theirishaxe9405]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports thanks

[@chaselayton9408]

I have a 1999 300 prairie it’s running a little rough and bogs down when I push on the throttle if I don’t have the choke on. Doesn’t bog down with choke on. I’ve cleaned the carb everything checked out good, changed the oil it looked fine, and changed the spark plug it was a little odd I saw oil on the old spark plug like it was coming up through where it threads in not leaking down into it. What would be your assessment sir? Thanks for taking the time to read this. Hey

[@chaselayton9408]

Mid Nebraska Motorsports thank you sure I sure will! Really appreciate the videos they help a lot.

[@chaselayton9408]

Hi sir, so I finally got the quad running good. A shop figured out that it was the fuel valve that was causing my problems. It wasn’t allowing fuel through. Quad pretty much runs awesome now, other than if I’m running it real hard it acts like it misses out every once in a blue moon. The shop said I need to try and find an original Kawasaki carb for it. They couldn’t find one they think they’re discontinued. So I’m wondering if you know where I could find a used one and rebuild it?

[@tj1lincoln182]

It’s prob your carb because my bogged down and ran for 5 minutes and started shutting. Off turnes out my carb was jammed pack with guck

[@rolandobelway8024]

I got an old 1999 kawasaki prairie automatic 300, she's overheating and i cant find the location of the coolant reservoir.

[@rolandobelway8024]

Needs help...I got an old kawasaki prairie automatic 300, shes overheating and i cant find the location of the coolant reservoir. Thank you

[@brendanfitzgeraldd]

Waaaaaaaay to thorough. I understand you gotta talk basic because there’s plenty out there that have no idea, ( I barley have an idea myself lol ) but damn, I felt like I was going backwards in time waiting to hear about the common issues. Don’t remove cap when hot- I almost shut it off there lol

[@williamwilliams3200]

Where is the best place to mount a front end winch? Thanks.

[@liveandletlive2894]

Mounted one?

[@liveandletlive2894]

I put mine on the racks

[@liveandletlive2894]

@@MidNebraskaMotorsports you gotta cut stiff for that and it wont be waterproof so low down

[@skrapens]

Hi. Great channel! I just bought a kawasaki kvf 400 from 99. Nothing happens when I push the start butten. Not even a click sound. (Ignition on and in run possession and the fuses are intact) Do you got any idea what the problem might be and where I start looking? Thanks.

[@debrajmj6846]

Have 2001 Prairie workhorse machines. Having a knock or clunk kinda sound sound now going over rocks or bumps fine when running on flat roads. Where should I start to look.thanks

[@matthewemanuele8150]

I’ll by it off you for 200