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1.
Follow all the instructions in the “Cleaning” section of this chapter.
2.
Turn the fuel cock lever to “OFF”.
1.
Drain the carburetor float chamber by loosening the drain bolt; this will prevent fuel deposits
from building up. Pour the drained fuel into the fuel tank.
2.
Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel from deteriorating.
3.
Perform the following steps to protect the cylinder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion.
a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug and then place the spark plug on the cylinder
head so that the electrodes are grounded.
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter.
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and then install the spark plug and the spark
plug cap.
4.
Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals.
5.
Check and if necessary, correct the tire air pressure and then block up the ATV so that all of its
wheels are off the ground. Alternatively, turn the wheels a little every month in order to
prevent the tires from becoming degraded in one spot.
6.
Cover the muffler outlet with a plastic bag to prevent moisture from entering it.
7.
Remove the battery and fully charge it. Store it in a cool, dry place and charge it once a month.
Do not store the battery in an excessively cold or warm place less than 0
℃
or more than 30
℃
.
8.
Make necessary repairs before storing the ATV.