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Liquid Cooling System
NOTE: Debris in the engine com-
partment or packed between the
cooling fins of the radiator can
reduce cooling capability. Using a
garden hose, wash the radiator to
remove any debris preventing air
flow.
The cooling system capacity can be found
in the specification chart. The cooling sys-
tem should be inspected daily for leakage
and damage. If leakage or damage is
detected, take the vehicle to an authorized
dealer for service. Also, the coolant level
should be checked periodically.
NOTE: High engine RPM, low vehi-
cle speed, or heavy load can raise
engine temperature. Decreasing
engine RPM, reducing load, and
selecting an appropriate transmis-
sion gear can lower the temperature.
When filling the cooling system, use a
coolant/water mixture which will satisfy
the coldest anticipated weather conditions
of the area in accordance with the coolant
manufacturer’s recommendations.
While the cooling system is being filled,
air pockets may develop; therefore,
remove the bleed plug on the coolant
pipe at the front of the engine allowing
trapped air to escape. When pure coolant
(no air) flows from the bleed hole, install
the bleed plug, tighten securely, and then
fill the cooling system to the bottom of
the stand pipe in the radiator neck. Run
the engine for five minutes after the ini-
tial fill; then shut off the engine and
recheck coolant level.
NOTE: Use a good quality, biode-
gradable glycol-based, automotive-
type antifreeze.
Shock Absorbers
Each shock absorber should be visibly
checked weekly for excessive fluid leak-
age (some seal leakage may be observed
but it does not indicate the shock is in
need of replacement), cracks or breaks in
the lower case, or a bent shock rod. If any
one of these conditions is detected,
replacement is necessary.
NOTE: When the vehicle is oper-
ated in extremely cold weather (-23°
C/-10° F or colder), a small amount of
leakage may be present. Unless the
leakage is excessive, replacement is
not necessary.
This vehicle is equipped with adjustable
shock absorbers to allow for different
driving and loading conditions.
Adjustments can be made with a special
spanner wrench to increase or decrease
coil spring tension.
To adjust the spring force, loosen the lock
collar; then rotate the pre-load adjust-
ment sleeve with a suitable spanner
wrench until desired spring tension is
achieved.
NOTE: For normal operating con-
ditions, we recommend the pre-load
settings be set to full-soft on all four
shock absorbers.
CAUTION
Do note use a pressure washer to
clean the radiator core. The pressure
may bend or flatten the fins causing
restricted air flow, and electrical com-
ponents on the radiator could be
damaged. Use only a garden hose
with spray nozzle at normal tap pres-
sure.
CAUTION
Continued operation of the vehicle
with high engine temperature may
result in engine damage or premature
wear.
! WARNING
Never check the coolant level when
the engine is hot or the cooling sys-
tem is under pressure.
CAUTION
After operating the vehicle for the ini-
tial 5-10 minutes, stop the engine,
allow the engine to cool down, and
check the coolant level. Add coolant
as necessary.