Suzuki LT-A400, Service Manual

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0A-3 General Information:
Vehicle Identification Number
B827H10101005
The frame serial number or V.I.N. (Vehicle Identification
Number) “A” is stamped on the left side of the rear frame
pipe. The engine serial number “B” is located on the left
side of the crankcase. These numbers are required
especially for registering the machine and ordering
spare parts.
Fuel and Oil Recommendation
B827H10101006
Fuel (For USA and Canada)
Use only unleaded gasoline of at least 87 pump octane
(R/2 + M/2) or 91 octane or higher rated by the research
method.
Gasoline containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether),
less than 10% ethanol, or less than 5% methanol with
appropriate cosolvents and corrosion inhibitor is
permissible.
Fuel (For Other Countries)
Gasoline used should be graded 91 octane (Research
Method) or higher. Unleaded gasoline is recommended.
Engine Oil (For USA)
Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and life. Always select good quality engine
oil.
Suzuki recommends the use of SUZUKI
PERFORMANCE 4 MOTOR OIL or an equivalent
engine oil. Use of SF/SG or SH/SJ in API with MA in
JASO.
Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil.
If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select and
alternative according to the chart.
Engine Oil (For Other Countries)
Oil quality is a major contributor to your engine’s
performance and life. Always select good quality engine
oil. Use of SF/SG or SH/SJ in API with MA in JASO.
Suzuki recommends the use of SAE 10W-40 engine oil.
If SAE 10W-40 engine oil is not available, select an
alternative according to the chart.
Front Differential Gear Oil (LT-A400F, LT-F400F) and
Final Gear Oil
Use hypoid gear oil that meets the API service
classification GL-5 and is rated SAE #90. Use a hypoid
gear oil with a rating of SAE #80 if the vehicle is
operated where the ambient temperature is below 0
°
C
(32
°
F).
Brake Fluid
Specification and classification: DOT 4
WARNING
!
Since the brake system of this vehicle is
filled with a glycol-based brake fluid by the
manufacturer, do not use or mix different
types of fluid such as silicone-based and
petroleum-based fluid for refilling the
system, otherwise serious damage will
result.
Do not use any brake fluid taken from old or
used or unsealed containers.
Never reuse brake fluid left over from a
previous servicing, which has been stored
for a long period.
A
I827H1010001-02
B
I827H1010002-01
I831G1010008-01