Suzuki LT-F400, Owner'S Manual

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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before attempting to start the
engine, make sure to follow these
steps:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Shift the transmission to neu-
tral.
3. Turn the key to the “ON” posi-
tion.
4. Set the engine stop switch to
the “

” position.
5. Set the fuel valve to the “ON”
position.
This vehicle has two systems for
engine starting. You can use the
electric starter or the recoil
starter. To use the electric starter,
simply push the electric starter
button. When you use the recoil
starter, follow the procedure
below.
• Pull the starter rope slowly
until you feel the starter
engage. With the starter
engaged, pull the rope force-
fully to start the engine.
NOTE: When the engine idling is
too low with rattling just after
engine starting, open the throttle
lightly once to rise the idling
speed.
When the Engine is Cold:
If the ambient temperature is
below 5°C (40°F):
1. Move the choke lever to the
ENGAGE position.
2. Push the electric starter button
or use the recoil starter as
described above to start the
engine.
3. Immediately after the engine
starts, return the choke lever
halfway.
4. When the engine is sufficiently
warmed up, move the choke
lever to the “OFF” position.
NOTE: If the ATV is used under
extremely cold conditions, ask
your authorized Suzuki dealer to
start the engine smoothly under
the extremely cold conditions.
When the temperature is below
0°C (32°F):
1. Check the battery condition.
2. Check the spark plug condition.
When the temperature is below
–10°C (14°F):
1. Change engine oil to SAE 5W/30.
2. Attach an engine block heater.
Under extremely cold conditions:
1. Change the carburetor starter
jet from standard jet to richer jet.
NOTE: Turn the fuel valve to the
“PRI” position when the engine is
hard to start below freezing point.
Return the fuel valve to “ON” or
“RES” after starting the engine.
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