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Introduction • Safe Operation Practices • Controls & Operation • Product Care • Specifications • Warranty

WARNING

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE.

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.

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Form No. 769-14390B

(August 31, 2020)

NOTE:

This Operator’s Manual covers several models. Features may vary by model. Not all features in this manual are applicable to all

models and the model depicted may differ from yours.

Utility Vehicle

Challenger 400 Series 4x2

Introduction ............................................................. 2

Safe Operation Practices ........................................ 3

Controls & Operation .............................................. 7

Product Care ...........................................................12

Specifications ..........................................................17

Warranty .................................................................19

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Challenger 400 Series

Page 1: ...TRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY Operator s Manual Form No 769 14390B August 31 2020 NOTE This Operator s Manual covers several models Features may vary by model Not all features in this manual are applicable to all models and the model depicted may differ from yours Utility Vehicle Challenger 400 Series 4x2 Introduction 2 Safe Operation Practices 3 Controls Operation 7 Product Care 12 Spec...

Page 2: ...vehicle phone your local Cub Cadet dealer or contact us directly Cub Cadet s Customer Support telephone numbers website address and mailing address can be found on this page We want to ensure your complete satisfaction at all times Throughout this manual all references to right and left side of the machine are observed from the operating position Thank You Product Registration and Customer Support...

Page 3: ...cleaning servicing adjusting repairing or installing attachments on utility vehicle 25 After an unexpected impact stop the unit and shut off the engine Inspect for damage and repair the damage before restarting and operating equipment 26 Do not start or operate vehicle indoors unless it is adequately ventilated Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide fumes which are very poisonous and can be deadl...

Page 4: ...service as required 4 Keep all nuts bolts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition 5 Never tamper with the safety interlock system or other safety devices Check their proper operation regularly 6 Never attempt to make adjustments or repairs to the machine while the engine is running 7 Do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine The governor con...

Page 5: ...d spark arrestor Do not use on or near any unimproved forest covered brush covered or grass covered land without the proper muffler and spark arrestor in place The spark arrestor should be maintained in effective working order by the operator In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws ...

Page 6: ...rgo bed WARNING GAS CONTAINER OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS Avoid injury from explosion or fire Do not carry fuel or other flammable liquids in vehicle or cargo bed WARNING HOT SURFACE Hot Surface Do not touch WARNING Your Responsibility Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read understand and follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine SAVE THESE INSTRUCTI...

Page 7: ...h for 8 seconds once the key is turned to the ON position to remind the operator and passenger to fasten their seat belt Parking Brake Indicator If equipped e The Parking Brake Indicator will illuminate when the parking brake is engaged Low Voltage Indicator f The Low Voltage Indicator will illuminate when battery reaches 11 6 volts Fuel Level Indicator g The Fuel Level is divided into 5 segments ...

Page 8: ...tems for transporting Differential Lock Lever J The differential lock lever is located in the center console between the seats When engaged the differential lever locks the rear differential giving equal power to both rear wheels In addition when the differential lock lever is in the ON position the Differential Lock Indicator located in the instrument cluster will illuminate See Figure 3 2 REAR D...

Page 9: ...l vehicle comes to a complete stop 2 Move shifter back into NEUTRAL 3 Set parking brake and turn key switch to STOP position 4 Remove the key when not in use WARNING The vehicle may roll if the parking brake is not engaged Always set the parking brake especially on slopes Refueling Fuel Tank WARNING Avoid injury from explosion or fire Do not carry fuel or other flammable liquids in vehicle or carg...

Page 10: ... on a gradual slope or when turning The extra weight tends to push the tow vehicle and may cause you to lose control braking and steering ability are reduced towed equipment may jack knife IMPORTANT Extreme angles such as high railroad crossings can place high bending loads on hitch connection 5 Do not modify the hitch in any way HowtoloadaUtilityVehicleintoaTruckorontoaTrailer WARNING Always park...

Page 11: ...ler in a flat area set the parking brake turn the ignition off and chock the wheels 3 Face the truck bed or trailer towards a slight incline which will reduce the steepness of the loading angle by bringing the bottom of the ramps up on the slight incline See Figure 3 11 Figure 3 11 4 Place the ramp fingers or plate edges on the edge of the trailer or truck bed See Figure 3 12 Figure 3 12 5 Use tie...

Page 12: ...tires Overinflating above recommended tire pressure can reduce the life of the tire Check tire pressures before each use Seat Belts Check proper function before each use Replace seat belt assembly if any damage is found If damage is noted contact your Cub Cadet dealer Lug Nuts Check torque of lug nuts after first 10 hours of use Tighten lug nuts in a diagonal pattern Torque lug nuts to 65 75 lb ft...

Page 13: ...ould such an action ever be necessary Locate the adjustment nut in the throttle cable running along the right side of the unit in front of the rear tire See Figure 4 8 1 Slide the rubber boot back that covers the adjustment nut and the locking nut 2 Loosen the locking nut and thread the adjustment nut inward or outward in order to maintain at minimum 1 16 of an inch play in the cable when the peda...

Page 14: ...described below If less than 030 of material remains on the pad replace NOTE Brake pads must be replaced as a set i e right rear and left rear Removing the Wheels 1 Stop the vehicle on a level surface and set parking brake 2 Turn the ignition key to the STOP position and remove the key 3 Loosen but do not remove the four lug nuts from the axle hub See Figure 4 12 Lug Nuts Figure 4 12 4 Raise the f...

Page 15: ... to 50 55 ft lbs using a torque wrench Drive Belt IMPORTANT See your Cub Cadet dealer to have your drive belt replaced Troubleshooting 1 Engine will not start Battery has low voltage Loose or corroded battery connections Fuse is blown Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected Faulty spark plug or coil No fuel or improper fuel Plugged fuel filter Defective starter solenoid Open circuit in wiring 2 E...

Page 16: ...Dead or faulty battery Engine oil too heavy Loose or corroded connections 16 Battery light comes on when engine is running Low engine speed Faulty voltage regulator Faulty battery Faulty alternator or loose alternator belt Damaged wiring harness 17 Vehicle will not move Shift Lever still in Neutral Parking Brake is still set Broken or cut drive belt Safely check to see if the vehicle will go in re...

Page 17: ...itional Storage Dash Box Power Port 12V Dash Mounted Front Bumper Standard LED headlights Standard Dimensions Length Width 98 6 x 49 0 98 6 x 51 6 w roof Tread Center F 41 8 R 39 5 Height Overall 75 2 76 2 w roof Wheelbase 64 Weight Not Including Fuel Fluids 940 lbs Ground Clearance Under Transaxle 5 5 Ground Clearance Under Footboard 7 5 Turning Radius 15 0 ft Bed 28 L x 37 W x 12 H Operation Bra...

Page 18: ...18 Notes ...

Page 19: ...500 hour whichever comes first Utility Vehicle Challenger Series Volunteer Series 1 Year Additional Warranty Notes Lead Acid Batteries Are covered by a one 1 year prorated limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship with 100 replacement during the first three 3 months from the date of original purchase by the Initial Purchaser After three 3 months the battery replacement credit is...

Page 20: ...uipped are covered for a period of three 3 months for manufacturing defects This warranty does not cover and Cub Cadet LLC disclaims any responsibility for matters including but not limited to the following 1 Loss of time or loss of use of the Product 2 Transportation costs and other expenses incurred in connection with the transport of the Product to and from the authorized Cub Cadet service prov...

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