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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Item
Hours/
Miles
Frequency Remarks
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L
Fuel system
100 hrs. 12 months
Check for leaks at tank
cap, lines, fuel valve, filter,
pump and carburetor; re-
place lines every two years
J
Fuel filter
100 hrs. 12 months
Replace annually
Radiator (500)
100 hrs. 12 months
Inspect; clean external sur-
face
Cooling system
hoses (500)
100 hrs. 12 months
Inspect
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Front gearcase
100 hrs. 12 months
Change fluid annually
J
Clutches
(drive and driven)
100 hrs. 12 months
Inspect; clean
Engine mounts
100 hrs. 12 months
Inspect
J
L
Valve clearance
100 hrs. 12 months
Inspect; adjust
J
Brake fluid
200 hrs. 24 months
Change every two years
Spark arrestor
300 hrs. 36 months
Clean out
"
Rear axle
As required Inspect bearings if axle has
ingested water or if unusual
noises are present
L
Idle speed
As required Adjust as needed
Recoil housing
As required Drain moisture after
operating in water
J
Toe adjustment
As required Periodic inspection; adjust
when parts are replaced
Headlight aim
As required Adjust as needed
"
More often under severe use, such as dirty or wet conditions
L
Emission Control System Service (California)
J
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