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Summary of Contents for ALTERRA 500 2018

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Page 2: ...FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH For your safety it is important all operators be properly trained to operate an ATV Training is available U S owners...

Page 3: ...h may affect illustrations or explanations without notice Division II of this manual covers opera tor related maintenance operating instructions and storage instructions If major repair or service is...

Page 4: ...trol Locations and Functions 39 Speedometer LCD Gauge Digital 41 Oil Level Stick 43 Seat Latch 43 Safety Flag Bracket 43 Rack Loading Front and Rear 44 Trailering and Towing 44 Transporting ATV 44 Gas...

Page 5: ...have mastered the turning techniques described in this manual on level ground Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backward when climbi...

Page 6: ...mplete a training course Always follow these age recommenda tions A Y 12 is intended for use by children age 12 or older and a T 14 is intended for use by an operator age 14 or older A child under 16...

Page 7: ...for children under 14 years of age with parental supervision Call the CSC at 1 613 739 1535 ext 227 for more details Also available is a bilingual com puter based safety training program on a CD ROM f...

Page 8: ...which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 6 Hangtags This vehicle comes with hangtags containing important safety information Anyone who rides the vehicle should read and understand...

Page 9: ...y one who rides the vehicle should read and understand this information before riding The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the vehicle If a label comes off or becomes hard to read con...

Page 10: ...result in death or serious injury 8 Warning Labels Information Pour commander des tiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre concession naire agr VTT pour le num ro de pi ce 2436 559 XR188B XR18...

Page 11: ...ourse contact an authorized dealer or call 1 800 887 2887 U S or 1 613 739 1535 Canada WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Allowing anyone under age 16 to operate this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of an ATV by childr...

Page 12: ...N You can collide with another vehicle HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street road or highway even a dirt or gravel one In many states it is illegal to operate an ATV on p...

Page 13: ...uld cause the ATV to lean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill where possible WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV after or while consuming alcohol or drugs WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could serio...

Page 14: ...AVOID THE HAZARD Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe oper ating condition Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in t...

Page 15: ...to use extra care when operating on rough slippery or loose terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of traction or control of the ATV which could result in an accident including a rollover HOW TO AVO...

Page 16: ...rgo should be properly distributed and securely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer Allow greater distance for braking Always follow the instructions in this Operator s Manu...

Page 17: ...oceed go slowly WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Climbing hills improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to over turn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for...

Page 18: ...following the procedure described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating over obstacles WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or a collision Could cause the ATV...

Page 19: ...ZARD Always use the size and type tires specified in this Operator s Manual for this ATV Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating...

Page 20: ...us head injuries It s easy and could save you time in the long run not having to contend with an injury Of course it also makes sense to remember the seasons Wear a hat under your helmet and a snowmob...

Page 21: ...ction The second step in Prevention is check ing the condition of your ATV Chances are good that you ll be using your ATV in some rough terrain and there s no way you want your brakes to go out when r...

Page 22: ...rass and leaves can gum up your sus pension and shocks Clear and clean the suspension arms shock springs and fenders Check smoothness by turning the handlebar full left and full right Check that there...

Page 23: ...t s possible you may be in no condition to give them that information Put your I D in your pocket before you ride Without it you re anonymous Cellular Phone It may be necessary to make an urgent phone...

Page 24: ...w Active Riding is the second part of P A S S It involves an understanding of how your body weight balance gravity and physical forces affect the handling of the ATV Knowing how to shift your weight i...

Page 25: ...rds that are eas ily identified during daytime are much more difficult to see and avoid When night riding make sure the lights are properly adjusted and in good working order Reduce speed do not over...

Page 26: ...aintenance You have to maintain your ATV The General Maintenance section of this Operator s Manual tells you about taking care of your ATV If at any time abnor mal noises vibrations or improper func t...

Page 27: ...and Drug Consumption It s extremely dangerous and often illegal to drink alcoholic beverages and ride Be aware of prescription and over the counter medications Drowsiness and impaired judgment can be...

Page 28: ...e in your favorite areas The quick est way to have a land area closed is by riding over the regulations Group Behavior When riding in a group it is human nature to try to keep up with or out do those...

Page 29: ...ecially for under aged chil dren all the more reason for you to be firm Experienced Trained Riders If anyone is going to borrow your ATV you are responsible for their supervision Before they ride have...

Page 30: ...4 3 cm 45 0 in Suspension Travel Front Rear 17 7 cm 7 0 in Tire Size Front 25 x 8 12 Tire Size Rear 25 x 10 12 Tire Inflation Pressure 34 5 kPa 5 0 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 279 1 kg 615 lb Gas...

Page 31: ...verse Override Switch 9 Rear Foot Brake 10 Brake Lever Lock 11 Key Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 Throttle Limiter 14 Throttle Lever 15 DC Power Outlet 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location...

Page 32: ...lever during the starting procedures 1 Turn off all electrical accessories hand warmer lights etc then rotate the ignition switch key to the first position ON leaving the head lights OFF Note that the...

Page 33: ...Engage the brake lever lock Dismounting the ATV After you ve followed the procedure for parking it s time to dismount 1 Double check that the brake lever lock is engaged 2 Swing your right leg over t...

Page 34: ...ests and both hands on the handlebar 2 Hold the brake lever and release the brake lever lock 3 Shift into gear 4 Release the brake slowly and apply the throttle Leaning Weight Shift and Balance When y...

Page 35: ...the throttle as you approach the turn to slow down 2 Use the principles of leaning weight shifting and balancing shift your body weight to the inside of the turn 3 You might have to lean into the tur...

Page 36: ...n the ATV from the uphill side and keep your weight shifted uphill when you sit down 10 Start the engine and follow the method for riding downhill Riding Uphill Many accidents happen while riding on h...

Page 37: ...ing Traversing Sidehilling is considered an advanced skill it s really tricky and unpredictable So whether your skills are advanced or not try to avoid this kind of riding If you re in a situation whe...

Page 38: ...les logs ruts etc but these are general guidelines for overcoming two track both tires contacting the obstacle at the same time obstacles ATV 0016 ATV 0026 ATV 0027 1 Keep your speed way down less tha...

Page 39: ...asn t started rolling backwards yet follow the proce dure for the K Turn OR 2 If the ATV is already rolling back ward lean as far forward as possible standing up on the footrests 3 Nice and easy apply...

Page 40: ...cars don t see you and if they do they won t be able to predict your actions 7 It s illegal to cross public roads in some places Know your local laws Stopping the ATV To stop the ATV first release th...

Page 41: ...e automatic transmission with reverse Hand Brake Lever Brake Lever Lock 738 420B The hand brake is considered to be the normal operating main brake It should be applied whenever a braking situation is...

Page 42: ...switch to the OFF position to stop the engine Apply the brakes to stop the wheels Starter Button Pushing in on this button activates the starter motor Before starting the engine make sure the ignition...

Page 43: ...imum RPM is approached When the RPM limiter is activated it could be misinterpreted as a high speed misfire Speedometer LCD Gauge Digital 1 Clock Engine Hour Meter The clock function indicates time in...

Page 44: ...ip legs The odometer cannot be reset 8 Gear Position Indicator Indicates which gear is currently selected R reverse N neutral L low range H high range 9 High Beam Indicator The High Beam icon will app...

Page 45: ...gher than the F mark Seat Latch XR414 1 To remove the seat lift up on the latch release located at the rear of the seat then raise the rear of the seat and slide it rearward 2 To lock the seat into po...

Page 46: ...ls and the following procedure be used 1 Engage the brake lever lock and place the transmission in gear 2 Secure the ATV with load rated hold down straps WARNING Make sure the loads on the front and r...

Page 47: ...ended Engine Transmission Oil The recommended oil to use is ACX All Weather synthetic engine oil which has been specifically formulated for use in this engine Although ACX All Weather synthetic engine...

Page 48: ...n unload allowing components to cool Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine components during break in care should be taken not to overload the engine too often Do not pull a trai...

Page 49: ...ar 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 cle...

Page 50: ...en fill the cooling system to the bottom of the stand pipe in the radiator neck Checking Filling 1 Locate the coolant reservoir on the right side behind the radiator KC338B 2 Remove the cap and fill w...

Page 51: ...eriodically with a good cable lubricant Engine Transmission Oil and Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled intervals The engine should always be warm when the oil is changed so t...

Page 52: ...the gear lubricant in each according to the Maintenance Schedule When changing the lubricant use approved SAE 80W 90 hypoid oil and use the following procedure 1 Place the ATV on level ground 2 Remov...

Page 53: ...emove a front wheel 2 Measure the thickness of each brake pad 3 If thickness of either brake pad is less than 1 0 mm 0 039 in take the ATV to an authorized dealer to have brake pads replaced PR376B 4...

Page 54: ...int for free play by grasping the steering knuckle and turning it from side to side and up and down 5 If boot damage is present or ball joint free play seems excessive con tact an authorized dealer fo...

Page 55: ...n connect the black terminal lead of the charger to the negative terminal of the battery NOTE Optional battery charging adapters are available from your authorized dealer to connect directly to your v...

Page 56: ...tach one clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive terminal 1 of the dead battery C being careful not to touch any metal with the other clamp then attach the other clamp of the positive r...

Page 57: ...n authorized dealer if the plug insulator is not a light brown color To help prevent cold weather fouling make sure to thoroughly warm up the engine before operating To maintain a hot strong spark kee...

Page 58: ...t and with a mild detergent dish soap and water wash all the dirt and oil off by squeezing the element not twisting it wringing out or twisting the filter can cause damage 5 Rinse off any remaining so...

Page 59: ...this maintenance performed by an authorized dealer or a qualified tire repair station Tubeless Tire Repair Should a leak or flat tire occur due to a puncture the tire may be repaired using a plug type...

Page 60: ...acing the headlight bulb do not touch the glass portion of the bulb If the glass is touched it must be cleaned with a dry cloth before installing Skin oil residue on the bulb will shorten the life of...

Page 61: ...ect the horizontal marks on the aiming surface directly in front of the head lights 5 Switch on the lights Make sure the HIGH beam is on DO NOT USE LOW BEAM 6 Observe each headlight beam aim Proper ai...

Page 62: ...lungers of the shock absorbers 7 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws Make sure rivets hold ing components together are tight Replace all loose rivets Care must be taken that all calibrated nu...

Page 63: ...install Con nect the battery cables making sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake systems fluid level pads etc all controls headlights taillight brakelight and headlight aim...

Page 64: ...vehicle on Company supplied batteries Exclusions to this warranty include normal wear abuse or corrosion and the following parts and items Tires CV Boots Torn or Punctured Upholstery Oil Filter Drive...

Page 65: ...he Limited Warranty in the event the selling dealer has ceased to do business you have moved or you are in a location away from your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any authorized dealer T...

Page 66: ...30 months 5000 kilometers 3107 miles or 500 hours whichever comes first COMPONENTS COVERED I For exhaust emissions emission related components include any engine parts related to the following system...

Page 67: ...s only available in the country in which the original retail purchase occurs to the original retail purchaser resident in that country or to a transferee resident in that country of the balance of the...

Page 68: ...Place Stamp Here Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP TEXTRON OFF ROAD PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701...

Page 69: ...67 Maintenance Record DATE MILEAGE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES...

Page 70: ...68 Maintenance Record DATE MILEAGE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES...

Page 71: ...engine must be replaced ask the dealer to notify the manufacturer for correct registration information Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assi...

Page 72: ...2017 Textron Specialized Vehicles a division of Textron Inc Trademarks of Textron Specialized Vehicles p n 2261 433...

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