6-3
NOTE:
_
If the engine fails to start, release the key, and
then try starting again. Wait a few seconds
before the next attempt. Each cranking should
be as short as possible to preserve battery
energy. Do not crank the engine more than
5 seconds on each attempt.
_
5. If the engine is started with the starter
(choke) in position
1
, the starter (choke)
should be returned to position
2
to warm
up the engine. If the engine is started with
the starter (choke) in position
2
, keep
the starter (choke) in this position to
warm up the engine.
6. Continue warming up the engine until it
idles smoothly and return the starter
(choke) to position
3
before riding.
CAUTION:
_
See the “Engine break-in” section prior to
operating the engine for the first time.
_
EVU00550
Starting a warm engine
To start a warm engine, refer to the “Starting a
cold engine” section. The starter (choke)
should not be used. Press the accelerator
pedal slightly.
EVU00560
Jump-starting
Jump-starting the vehicle should be avoided.
The battery should be removed and charged
instead. (See pages 8-42–8-43 for battery re-
moval and installation procedures.) However,
if the vehicle must be jump-started, proceed
as follows.
1. Turn the key to “OFF”.
2. Open the hood. (See pages 8-6–8-7 for
hood opening and closing procedures.)
3. Remove the battery compartment cover.
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