Suzuki LT-Z90, Owner'S Manual

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RIDING IN COLD WEATHER
Pre-ride Inspection
Check that the throttle and all control
levers move freely. Make sure that the
footrests are free of ice or snow.
Move the ATV forward and backward
to check that the wheels roll freely. If
you cannot move the ATV, the tires
may be frozen to the ground, or the
brakes may be frozen to the wheels. If
the tires are frozen to the ground,
pour warm water around them to melt
the ice. If the brakes are frozen, bring
the ATV to a warmer area to thaw out
the brakes.
After the engine has warmed up,
check the brakes. Do this inspection
on level ground and do not exceed
walking speed. Be sure to check the
operation of both front and rear
brakes. If the brakes do not work ade-
quately, stop riding the ATV. Bring the
ATV to a warmer area to allow the
brakes to thaw out. After the brakes
thaw, dry them by applying them sev-
eral times while riding slowly. If the
brakes do not regain full stopping
power, have your local Suzuki dealer
check them before you continue riding
your ATV.
CAUTION
Using engine power to free up fro-
zen wheels can damage your ATV.
Severe damage to the drive train
may occur if you use engine
power to free frozen wheels.
Before riding, manually move the
ATV forward and backward to
make certain that all wheels roll
freely.
CAUTION
Use of an automotive-size battery
to jump-start an ATV can damage
the ATV.
A high-amperage battery can dam-
age the electrical system.
Use only the specified battery to
start the engine. Refer to the main-
tenance section of your owner’s
manual for the proper battery
charging procedure.