OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S
MANUAL
9. VEHICLE BREAK-IN PERIOD
9-1
The break-in period
of
your new UTV is defined as the first 50 hours of operation.
No
single action on your part is as important as a proper break-in period. Careful
treatment of your new engine will result in more efficient performance and longer life
for the engine. Perform the following procedures carefully.
CAUTION
Do not operate at full throttle or high speeds for extended periods during the break-in
period. Excessive heat can build up and cause damage to close fitted engine parts.
1.
Fill the fuel tank.
2.
Check the
engine
oil
l
evel indicated on the dipstick. Add oil if necessary.
3.
Drive slowly at first. Select an area which is open and will give you room to
familiarize yourself with vehicle operation and handling.
4.
Vary the throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained speeds.
5.
Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls
,
and all important areas on
the
vehicle as outlined earlier
i
n the daily pre-ride inspection checklist found in
“4.
daily pre-ride inspection ”.
6.
Don’t pull loads.
7.
Break-in oil and filter change at 20 hours or 500 miles/800km.
