5-2 
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3
45
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Throttle lever 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate cable and lever hous-
ing if necessary. 
 
Check cable free play, and adjust if necessary.5-3, 8-25  
Control cables 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate if necessary. 8-36 
Drive chain 
 
Check chain slack, and adjust if necessary. 
 
Check chain condition. Lubricate if necessary.5-3, 8-33, 8-35  
Wheels and tires 
 
Check wheel condition, and replace if damaged. 
 
Check tire condition and tread depth. Replace if necessary. 
 
Check air pressure. Correct if necessary.5-3  
Brake levers 
 
Make sure that operation is smooth. Lubricate lever pivoting points
if necessary.8-36  
Chassis fasteners 
 
Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are properly tightened. 5-5 
Instruments, lights and
switches 
 
Check operation, and correct if necessary. 5-6 
Battery 
 
Check electrolyte level. Fill with distilled water if necessary. 5-6, 8-40 
ITEM ROUTINE PAGE 
 
7-19 
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of control. 
[EWB02621] 
After riding your ATV in water, be sure to drain the
trapped water by removing the check hose at the
bottom of the air filter case. Also, remove the V-belt
case drain screw to drain any water that may have
accumulated.  
NOTICE: 
 Undrained water can
cause damage or improper operation. 
[ECB00841] 
Wash the ATV in fresh water if it has been operat-
ed in salt water or muddy conditions. 
1. Air filter case check hose
1.  V-belt case drain screw
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