Starting the Engine
Insert key in ignition switch and turn to
ON position.
Place the engine stop switch to RUN.
Press the engine start button and hold
until the engine starts.
CAUTION:
Do not hold the engine
start button more than 30 seconds.
A rest period should be observed
between the cranking cycles to let
the starter cool down. Pay atten-
tion not to discharge the battery.
Release the engine start button imme-
diately when the engine has started.
NOTE:
If the battery is dead, engine
cannot be started. Have the battery
recharged or replaced.
Shifting the Transmission
Let engine idle to warm up.
Apply brakes and select the desired
gear range H or L.
NOTE:
The brake must be applied
when the transmission lever is en-
gaged in the park position.
Release brakes.
CAUTION:
Make sure parking brake
is fully disengaged before operat-
ing the vehicle.
Gradually press the throttle lever to in-
crease engine speed and thus engag-
ing the continuously variable transmis-
sion (CVT).
At the opposite, when the throttle
lever is released, the engine speed
decreases.
Using the Reverse
CAUTION:
When changing from
forward to reverse, or vice-versa,
always completely stop the vehicle
and apply the brake prior to moving
the transmission lever.
The same procedures as
SHIFTING
THE TRANSMISSION
above apply ex-
cept for the following.
Set the transmission lever in RE-
VERSE position.
2WD/4WD Selector
The 4WD mode may be selected
or deselected when the vehicle is
stopped.
CAUTION:
The vehicle must be
stopped to engage or disengage
2WD/4WD
selector.
Mechanical
damage may occur if selector is en-
gaged or disengaged while driving.
CAUTION:
If the rear wheels are
spinning, release the throttle and
wait engine return to the idle before
selecting the 4WD mode.
While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-
jury or death.
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