Honda TRX400FA 2005, Owner'S Manual

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(1) fuel valve
(2) ignition switch
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(3)
(4)
(3) neutral indicator
(4) engine stop switch
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Preparation
Basic Operation & Riding
Starting & Stopping the Engine
Always follow the proper starting procedure described below.
For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed
area such as a garage. Your ATV’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon
monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause
illness or death.
Before starting, select a level surface and lock the parking brake
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).
Turn the fuel valve ( ) and ignition switch ( ) to ON ( ).
Confirm the following:
The transmission is in NEUTRAL (neutral indicator ( ) light ON).
The engine stop switch ( ) is set to RUN (
).
The oil high temperature indicator should go off a few seconds after
the engine starts.
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