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General Maintenance
NOTE: Proper maintenance of the vehicle is important for optimum per-
formance. Follow the Maintenance Schedule and all ensuing maintenance
and care instructions/information.
NOTE: Proper maintenance procedures for each item can be found on the
corresponding page indicated.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations, or improper functioning of any component of
this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the vehicle to an authorized
dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair.
A repair shop or person of the owner's choosing may maintain, replace, or repair emission-
control devices and systems.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified to perform any of these maintenance proce-
dures or checks, take the vehicle to an authorized dealer for professional service.
I = Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary; T = Tighten; R = Replace; C = Clean
* Dealer maintenance
** When using ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change interval can be increased to every 1000 miles or 1600 km
every year.
Maintenance Schedule
Item
Page
Initial
Service
(100 mi./
160 km)
1 month
3 months 6 months
Battery
I
I
* Engine nuts and bolts
—
I
I
* Valve clearance
—
I
I
Spark plug
I
I
I
Replace every 4000 mi. (6400 km) or 18 months
Liquid cooling system
I
Inspect every time before riding
Throttle cable
I
Inspect every time before riding
Gas hoses
I
Inspect every time before riding
Replace every 2 years
Engine/transmission oil and filter
R
R**
Air filter
I
Inspect every time before riding
Air filter housing drain
I
Inspect every time before riding
Gear lubricant (Front differential/rear
drive)
R
I
Replace every 2 years or 2000 mi. (3200 km)
V-Belt
I
I
Spark arrester/muffler
C
Tires
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Brake components
I
Inspect every time before riding
Brake fluid
I
*Replace every 2 years
Brake hoses
I
*Replace every 4 years
* Steering
—
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Suspension (Ball joint boots, drive
axle boots front and rear, tie rods,
differential and rear drive bellows)
—
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Chassis nuts and bolts
—
I
T
Frame/welds/racks
—
I
I
Electrical connections
—
I
I
Headlight/taillight/brake light
I
Inspect every time before riding
Wheel nuts
I
I