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Adjusting Clutch
(400/500 Manual Transmission)
To adjust the clutch, use the following procedure.
1. Using an impact driver, remove the screws secur-
ing the cover and remove the cover. Account for
the O-ring.
AM600D
2. Loosen the jam nuts securing adjustment screw #1
(forward) and adjustment screw #2 (rearward).
CC037D
3. Rotate adjustment screw #1 counterclockwise
until it stops.
CC038D
4. Rotate adjustment screw #2 alternately clockwise
and counterclockwise to ensure free movement
without binding; then lock the jam nut securing
adjustment screw #2.
5. Rotate adjustment screw #1 clockwise 1/8 turn;
then lock the jam nut securing adjustment screw
#1.
NOTE: At this point the clutch should be adjusted
correctly. Test to ensure accurate adjustment.
6. Install the cover making sure the O-ring is prop-
erly positioned; then secure with the screws.
Tires
TIRE SIZES
The ATV is equipped with low-pressure tubeless tires
of the size and type listed (see Section 1). Do not under
any circumstances substitute tires of a different type or
size.
TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE
Front and rear tire inflation pressure should be 0.35
kg-cm² (5.0 psi).
Steering Components
The following steering components should be inspected
periodically to ensure safe and proper operation.
A. Handlebar grips not worn, broken, or loose.
B. Handlebar not bent, cracked, and has equal and
complete full-left and full-right capability.
C. Steering post bearing assembly/bearing housing
not broken, worn, or binding.
D. Ball joints not worn, cracked, or damaged.
E. Tie rods not bent or cracked.
F. Knuckles not worn, cracked, or damaged.
G. Cotter pins not damaged or missing.
! WARNING
Always use the size and type of tires specified.
Always maintain proper tire inflation pressure.
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