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Oil Cooler
KC0083
NOTE: Dirt and debris must be
cleaned from the cooling fins regu-
larly to ensure proper engine oil
cooling.
NOTE: High engine RPM, low
vehicle speed, or heavy load can
raise engine temperature. Decreas-
ing engine RPM, reducing load, and
selecting an appropriate transmis-
sion gear can lower the tempera-
ture.
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 ATV is operated 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 nec-
essary.
The shock absorber has a spring force
adjustment sleeve with five adjustment
positions to allow the spring to be
adjusted for different riding and loading
conditions. If the spring action is too soft
or too stiff, adjust it according to the chart.
NOTE: Before attempting to
adjust suspension, clean dirt and
debris from the sleeve and remove
load from the suspension; then use
the spanner wrench to adjust the
sleeve to the desired position.
General Lubrication
Cables
None of the cables require lubrication;
however, it is advisable to lubricate the
ends of the cables periodically with a
good cable lubricant.
Engine/Transmission Oil
and Filter
NOTE: Refer to the recommended
oil viscosity chart (on page 43) in
this manual for the proper engine oil.
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the
scheduled intervals. The engine should
always be warm when the oil is changed
so the oil will drain easily and completely.
1. Park the ATV on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level stick. Be care-
ful not to allow contaminates to
enter the opening.
CF109M
CAUTION
After operating the ATV for the initial
5-10 minutes, stop the engine, allow
the engine to cool down, and check
the coolant level. Add coolant as nec-
essary.
CAUTION
Continued operation of the ATV with
high engine temperature may result in
engine damage or premature wear.
Position Spring Force Setting
Load
1
Stronger
Soft
Stiff
Light
Heavy
2
3
4
5