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General Maintenance
NOTE: Proper maintenance of the ATV is important for optimum perfor-
mance. Follow the Maintenance Schedule and all ensuing maintenance and
care instructions/information.
NOTE: Proper maintenance procedures for each item can be found on the
corresponding page indicated.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations, or improper functioning of any compo-
nent of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the ATV to an
authorized dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair.
A repair shop or person of the owner's choosing may maintain, replace, or repair
emission-control devices and systems.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified to perform any of these maintenance
procedures or checks, take the ATV to an authorized dealer for professional service.
I = Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary T = Tighten R = Replace C = Clean
* Dealer maintenance ** When using ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change interval can be
increased to every 1,000 miles or every year.
Maintenance Schedule
Item
Page
Initial 100
miles after
break-in
Every 100
miles or 1
month
Every 300
miles or 3
months
Every 500
miles or 6
months
Battery
53
I
I
* Engine nuts and bolts
-
I
I
* Valve clearance
-
I
I
Spark plug
55
I
I
I
55
Replace every 4000 miles or 18 months
Liquid Cooling System
48
I
Inspect every time before riding
Throttle cable
55
I
Inspect every time before riding
Engine/transmission oil and filter
49
R
R**
Air filter
56
I
I
Air filter housing drain
56
I
Inspect every time before riding
Gear lubricant (Front differential -
rear drive)
50
I
I
50
Replace every 4 years
V-Belt
57
I
I
Muffler/spark arrester
58
C
Tires/air pressure
57/28
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Brake components
51/51
I
Inspect every time before riding
Brake fluid
51
I
Inspect every time before riding
Brake hoses
51
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Steering
-
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Suspension (Ball joint boots, drive
axle boots front and rear, tie rods,
differential and rear drive bellows)
-
I
Inspect every time before riding
* Chassis nuts and bolts
-
I
T
Frame/welds/racks
-
I
I
Electrical connections
-
I
I
Headlight/taillight-brakelight
58
I
Inspect every time before riding
Wheel nuts
57
I
I