SAFETY
General Warning
1
WARNING
• Moving parts! Do not attempt to service the vehicle while it is running.
• Ensure battery connections are clean and properly tightened. See Battery on page 12-12.
• Hot! Do not attempt to service hot engine or exhaust system. Failure to heed this warning could
result in severe burns.
• Use insulated tools when working near batteries or electrical connections. Use extreme caution to
avoid shorting of components or wiring.
• Check the vehicle owner’s manual for proper location of all vehicle safety and operation decals and
make sure they are in place and are easy to read.
• Any modification or change to the vehicle that affects the stability or handling of the vehicle, or
increases maximum vehicle speed beyond factory specifications, could result in severe personal
injury or death.
• The diameter of all tires on the vehicle must be equal; otherwise the all-wheel drive system will not
operate as intended and could result in severe personal injury or death. Never install tires of different
diameters on the vehicle.
• Lift only one end of the vehicle at a time. Use a suitable lifting device (chain hoist or hydraulic floor
jack) with 1000 lb. (454 kg) minimum lifting capacity. Do not use lifting device to hold vehicle in raised
position. Use approved jack stands of proper weight capacity to support the vehicle and chock
the wheels that remain on the floor. When not performing a test or service procedure that requires
movement of the wheels, lock the brakes.
• When servicing the vehicle with part of the vehicle on jack stands, do not operate the engine with the
Forward/Reverse handle in either the FORWARD or REVERSE position. The four-wheel drive system
may engage any wheel(s), front or rear, depending on the mode selected (Figure 1-2, Page 1-4).
• If wires are removed or replaced, make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured.
Failure to properly route and secure wiring could result in vehicle malfunction, property damage,
personal injury, or death.
• For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. Ensure
that the bed locking pin is securely engaged while bed is raised. Do not close bed until all persons are
clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not drop cargo bed; lower gently and
keep entire body clear. Failure to heed this warning could result in severe personal injury or death.
• Improper use of the vehicle or failure to properly maintain it could result in decreased vehicle
performance, severe personal injury, or death.
• Do not leave children unattended on vehicle.
DISABLING THE VEHICLE
1.
Set the park brake.
2.
Turn the key switch OFF and remove the key.
3.
Place the Forward/Reverse control in the NEUTRAL position.
4.
In addition, chock the wheels if servicing or repairing the vehicle.
2009-2012 XRT 950 Maintenance and Service Manual
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