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[2005-2008] [TRX500 FA/FGA]
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
CONTENTS
This service manual describes the service procedures for the
1
GENERAL INFORMATION
TRX500FA/FGA.
Follow the Maintenance Schedule (Section 3) recommendations to
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FRAME/BODY PANELS/EXHAUST SYSTEM
ensure that the vehicle is in peak operating condition and the
emission levels are within the standards set by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources
3
MAINTENANCE
Board (CARB).
Performing the first scheduled maintenance is very important. It
4
LUBRICATION SYSTEM
compensates for the initial wear that occurs during the break-in
period.
5
FUEL SYSTEM
Sections 1 and 3 apply to the whole vehicle. Section 2 illustrates
procedures for removal/installation of components that may be
required to perform service described in the following sections.
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COOLING SYSTEM
Sections 4 through 24 describe parts of the vehicle, grouped
according to location.
7
ENGINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Find the section you want on this page, then turn to the table of
contents on the first page of the section.
8
CYLINDER HEAD/VALVE/CAMSHAFT
Most sections start with an assembly or system illustration, service
information and troubleshooting for the section. The subsequent
9
CYLINDER/PISTON
pages give detailed procedure.
If you don't know the source of the trouble, go to section 26
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CENTRIFUGAL CLUTCH
Troubleshooting.
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ALTERNATOR/STARTER CLUTCH
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help
you make informed decisions we have provided safety messages
and other information throughout this manual. Of course, it is not
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SUB-TRANSMISSION/GEARSHIFT LINKAGE
practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards
associated with servicing this vehicle.
You must use your own good judgement.
13
CRANKSHAFT/AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
You will find important safety information in a variety of forms
including:
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FRONT WHEEL/SUSPENSION/STEERING
· Safety Labels on the vehicle
· Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert symbol
and
one of three signal words, DANGER, WARNING, or CAU-
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REAR WHEEL/SUSPENSION
TION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
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BRAKE SYSTEM
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
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FRONT DRIVING MECHANISM
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
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REAR DRIVING MECHANISM
instructions.
· Instructions how to service this vehicle correctly and safely.
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BATTERY/CHARGING SYSTEM
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded by a
20
IGNITION SYSTEM
symbol. The purpose of this message is to help prevent
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
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ELECTRIC STARTER
ALL INFORMATION, ILLUSTRATIONS, DIREC-
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LIGHTS/METERS/SWITCHES
TIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS INCLUDED IN
THIS PUBLICATION ARE BASED ON THE
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SELECTABLE 4WD SYSTEM
LATEST PRODUCT INFORMATION AVAIL-
ABLE AT THE TIME OF APPROVAL FOR
PRINTING. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. RESERVES
24
HONDAMATIC
THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES AT ANY
TIME WITHOUT NOTICE AND WITHOUT
25
WIRING DIAGRAMS
INCURRING ANY OBLIGATION WHATSO-
EVER. NO PART OF THIS PUBLICATION MAY
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TROUBLESHOOTING
BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT WRITTEN PER-
MISSION. THIS MANUAL IS WRITTEN FOR
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INDEX
PERSONS WHO HAVE ACQUIRED BASIC
KNOWLEDGE OF MAINTENANCE ON Honda
MOTORCYCLES, MOTOR SCOOTERS OR
ATVS.
Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
SERVICE PUBLICATION OFFICE
Date of Issue: November, 2004
©Honda Motor Co., Ltd.