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EBU00015
1-CONTENTS
LOCATION OF THE WARNING AND
SPECIFICATION LABELS ....................... 1-1
SAFETY INFORMATION ......................... 2-1
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION .................................... 3-1
Identification number records ............... 3-3
Key identification number ..................... 3-5
Vehicle identification number ............... 3-7
Model label ........................................... 3-9
CONTROL FUNCTIONS ......................... 4-1
Main switch........................................... 4-1
Indicator and warning lights.................. 4-3
Speedometer unit ................................. 4-9
Fuel gauge ......................................... 4-15
Handlebar switches ............................ 4-17
Throttle lever ...................................... 4-29
Speed limiter ...................................... 4-31
Front brake lever ................................ 4-33
Rear brake pedal and lever ................ 4-35
Drive select lever ................................ 4-37
Recoil starter ...................................... 4-37
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Fuel tank cap ..................................... 4-39
Fuel cock............................................ 4-41
Starter (choke) ................................... 4-43
Seat.................................................... 4-45
Storage compartment ........................ 4-47
Front carrier ....................................... 4-47
Rear carrier ........................................ 4-47
Front and rear shock absorber
adjustment ....................................... 4-49
Auxiliary DC jack ................................ 4-53
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ................... 5-1
Front and rear brakes .......................... 5-7
Fuel .................................................... 5-11
Engine oil ........................................... 5-15
Final gear oil ...................................... 5-19
Differential gear oil ............................. 5-21
Coolant............................................... 5-21
Throttle lever ...................................... 5-23
Fittings and fasteners......................... 5-23
Lights ................................................. 5-25
Switches............................................. 5-25
Tires ................................................... 5-27
How to measure tire pressure ............ 5-31
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Tire wear limit......................................5-33
OPERATION ............................................6-1
Starting a cold engine ...........................6-3
Starting a warm engine .........................6-9
Warming up...........................................6-9
Drive select lever operation and
reverse driving ..................................6-11
Engine break-in ...................................6-17
Parking ................................................6-19
Parking on a slope ..............................6-21
Accessories and loading .....................6-23
RIDING YOUR ATV..................................7-1
Getting to know your ATV .....................7-3
Ride with care and good judgement .....7-5
Be careful where you ride ...................7-27
Turning your ATV ................................7-39
Climbing uphill.....................................7-45
Riding downhill ....................................7-55
Crossing a slope .................................7-59
Crossing through shallow water ..........7-63
Riding over rough terrain ....................7-69
Sliding and skidding ............................7-71
What to do if ........................................7-75
What to do...........................................7-75
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE AND
ADJUSTMENT ......................................... 8-1
Owner’s manual and tool kit ................. 8-3
Periodic maintenance/lubrication.......... 8-7
Panel removal and installation............ 8-15
Engine oil ............................................ 8-33
Final gear oil ....................................... 8-45
Differential gear oil.............................. 8-51
Cooling system ................................... 8-57
Changing the coolant.......................... 8-61
Axle boots ........................................... 8-69
Spark plug inspection ......................... 8-71
Air filter element cleaning ................... 8-77
V-belt cooling duct check hose ........... 8-83
Carburetor adjustment ........................ 8-85
Idle speed adjustment ........................ 8-87
Valve clearance adjustment ............... 8-89
Throttle lever adjustment .................... 8-91
Front brake pad inspection ................. 8-93
Rear brake pad inspection.................. 8-93
Inspecting the brake fluid level ........... 8-95
Brake fluid replacement ...................... 8-99
Front brake lever free play................ 8-101
Rear brake lever and pedal
adjustment ...................................... 8-103
Adjusting the rear brake light
switch ............................................. 8-107
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Cable inspection and lubrication ...... 8-109
Brake lever and brake pedal
lubrication ....................................... 8-111
Rear knuckle upper and lower pivot
lubrication ....................................... 8-113
Wheel removal ................................. 8-115
Wheel installation ............................. 8-117
Battery .............................................. 8-119
Battery maintenance ........................ 8-123
Fuse replacement............................. 8-125
Replacing a headlight bulb ............... 8-129
Headlight beam adjustment.............. 8-133
Tail/brake light bulb replacement ..... 8-135
Troubleshooting................................ 8-137
Troubleshooting chart....................... 8-139
CLEANING AND STORAGE ................... 9-1
A. Cleaning ........................................... 9-1
B. Storage ............................................ 9-7
SPECIFICATIONS ................................. 10-1
CONVERSION TABLE .......................... 11-1
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2-11
Always check for obstacles before operating in
a new area.
Never attempt to operate over large obstacles,
such as large rocks or fallen trees. Always fol-
low proper procedures when operating over
obstacles as described in this manual.
Always be careful when skidding or sliding.
Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by
practicing at low speeds and on level, smooth
terrain. On extremely slippery surfaces, such
as ice, go slowly and be very cautious in order
to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out
of control.
Never operate an ATV in fast flowing water or
in water deeper than that recommended in this
manual. Remember that wet brakes may have
reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after
leaving water. If necessary, apply them several
times to let friction dry out the linings.
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3-1
EBU00032
DESCRIPTION AND MACHINE
IDENTIFICATION1. Rear shock absorber spring
preload adjusting ring
2. Storage compartment and tool
kit
3. Air filter case
4. Front brake fluid reservoir
5. Front shock absorber spring
preload adjusting ring
6. Rear brake fluid reservoir
7. Rear brake pedal
8. V-belt case drain plug
9. Radiator cap
10. Drive select lever
11. Fuel tank cap
12. Fuel cock
13. Fuses14. Battery
15. Engine oil dipstick
16. Recoil starter
17. Coolant reservoir
18. Drive select lever box check
hose
19. V-belt cooling duct check hose
20. Rear brake lever
21. Left handlebar switches
22. Horn
23. Speedometer unit
24. Main switch
25. Right handlebar switches
26. Throttle lever
27. Front brake lever
28. Auxiliary DC jack
29. Starter (choke)NOTE:The machine you have purchased may differ
slightly from those shown in the figures of this
manual.
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4-33 1. Front brake lever
1. Levier de frein avant
1. Palanca del freno delantero
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Front brake lever
The front brake lever is located on the right handle-
bar. Pull it toward the handlebar to apply the front
brake.
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4-35 1. Rear brake pedal
1. Pédale de frein arrière
1. Pedal del freno trasero
1. Rear brake lever
1. Levier de frein arrière
1. Palanca del freno trasero
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Rear brake pedal and lever
The brake pedal is located on the right side of the
machine and the brake lever is located on the left
handlebar. Push down on the pedal or pull the le-
ver toward the handlebar to apply the rear brake.
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5-1
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PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
Before using this machine, check the following points:
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE
Brakes• Check operation, free play, fluid level and fluid leakage.
Fill with DOT 4 brake fluid if necessary.5-7–5-9,
8-93–8-107
Fuel Check fuel level.
Fill with fuel if necessary.5-11–5-13
Engine oil Check oil level.
Fill with oil if necessary.5-15–5-17,
8-33–8-45
Coolant reservoir Check coolant level.
Fill with coolant if necessary.8-57–8-67
Final gear oil/
Differential gear oil Check for leakage.5-19–5-21,
8-45–8-55
Throttle Check for proper throttle cable operation. 5-23, 8-91
Wheels and tires Check tire pressure, wear and damage.5-27–5-33,
8-115–8-117
Fittings and Fasteners Check all fittings and fasteners. 5-23
Lights Check for proper operation. 5-25, 8-129–8-135
Axle boots Check for damage. 8-69
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