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APPENDIX 1
SPECIAL TOOLS
7R VICE GRIP
MODIFICA
TION
As detailed in Section 7, a pair of modified 7R V
ice Grips is
required to hold the ends of the drive chain together while
inserting the connecting link. This tool can also be used to
hold the ends of the idler chain together while inserting the
connecting link. Grind the undercut and sides of the vice grip
jaw to fit over 2 chain rollers. The undercut is approximately 1/
4" radius as shown.
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
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1 General Information
9
Amphibious Operation
9
Maintenance Procedures
9
Wind Chill Factor
9
Model Identification
9
Argo Vehicle Capacity
11
Rear Seats - 8 Wheel Models
11
Identification and Location of Controls
12
Information Labels
14
New Vehicle "Break-In" Procedure
15
Pre-Operation Checks
15
Carrying Passengers and Cargo
15
Operators with Disabilities
16
Fueling the Vehicle
17
Vented Fuel System - All Models
17
3 Operating Instructions
19
Brakes and Steering
19
HOLDING BRAKE SYSTEM - Avenger, Frontier, Conquest, Response, Bigfoot & Vanguard2
19
HOLDING BRAKE SYSTEM - Vanguard
20
Throttle Control
20
Starting Procedure
20
Priming the Engine for Avenger Efi
21
Stopping the Engine
21
Manual Starting Procedure
21
SELECTING and CHANGING TRANSMISSION GEARS (All C, R, B, A, N & S Models)
21
SELECTING and CHANGING TRANSMISSION GEARS (Avenger & Frontier Models)
22
Changing Transmission Gears
22
Headlights
22
4 Driving Procedures
23
Driving Straight Ahead
23
Stopping the Vehicle
23
Turning the Vehicle
23
Left Turn
24
Right Turn
24
Backing the Vehicle up
24
Turning the Vehicle While Backing up
24
5 Driving Procedures During Unusual Conditions
25
Remote Area Use
25
Angle of Operation
25
Uphill Operation
25
Downhill Operation
25
Side Slope Operation
26
Amphibious Operation - General
26
Entering Water
27
Driving Procedures in Water
27
Driving out of Water
28
Outboard Motor Bracket
28
Winter Operation
28
Use on Ice Covered Bodies of Water
28
6 Oil, Filter and Lubrication Information
30
Engine Oil Information
30
Checking the Engine Oil Level
30
Recommended Engine Oil
30
Changing Engine Oil
31
Draining the Engine Oil
31
Refilling the Engine
32
Transmission Oil Information
32
Checking the Transmission Oil Level
32
Changing the Transmission Oil
32
Refilling the Transmission
32
Filter Information
32
Air Filter
32
Fuel Filter
32
Oil Filter
33
Lubrication Information
33
General
33
Driven Clutch Lubrication
33
Drive Chain Lubrication
33
Idler Chain Lubrication
34
Outer Axle Flange and Bearing Lubrication
34
Idler Shaft Bearing Lubrication
35
Inner Axle Bearing Lubrication
35
7 Maintenance Information
36
Electrical System
36
General
36
BATTERY - Argo Part No. 127-54
36
Charging the Battery
36
Checking Fluid Level
36
Cleaning the Battery Terminals and Cable Connections
36
Cleaning the Battery
37
Electrical System Fuses
37
Spark Plugs
37
Spark Arrester
37
Drive System & Tires
37
Drive Belt
37
Drive Belt Installation
38
Drive Belt Removal
38
Clutch Maintenance
39
Clutch Inspection
39
Drive Chains
39
Drive Chain Installation
39
Drive Chain Removal
39
Drive Chain Take-Up System
40
Removal of Slider Blocks
41
Replacement of Slider Blocks
41
Idler Chain
41
Idler Chain Adjustment
42
Idler Chain Replacement
42
Removal of Idler Chains
42
Installation of Idler Chains
43
Tire Inflation
43
Tire Repair and Replacement
43
Axle Bearing Mounting
44
Mechanical Brakes - Vanguard
44
General
44
Mechanical Brake Inspection Procedure
44
Removal of Firewall
44
Brake Caliper Adjustment
44
Brake Pad Replacement
45
Steering Lever Adjustment
45
Holding Brake Adjustment
45
Re-Installation of Firewall
46
Hydraulic Brakes - Vanguard2, Bigfoot, Response , Conquest
46
General
46
Brake Fluid Level
46
Changing Brake Fluid
46
Hydraulic Brake Pad Inspection
47
Brake Pad Inspection Procedure
47
Firewall Removal
47
Re-Installation of Brake Pads
47
Re-Installation of Firewall
47
Hand Brake Adjustment
48
Brake Plunger Adjustment
48
Brake Cooling System
48
Engine Cooling & Exhaust System
49
Maintenance Schedule
50
8 Troubleshooting
51
9 Cleaning and Storage
53
Cleaning the Vehicle
53
Storing the Vehicle
53
Drain the Fuel System
53
Prepare the Battery for Storage
53
Protect the Electrical System
53
Raise the Vehicle
53
Preparing the Engine for Storage
53
10 Potential Hazards
54
11 Accessory Information
58
General
58
CARGO TIE-DOWNS (Part No. 614-06)
58
ARGO TRACK SYSTEMS (Standard Track and Super Track)
58
Installation Instructions
58
Installing the Axle Extension (Supertrack & Rubber Track)
59
Removal of Argo Tracks
60
Operating Precautions
61
Standard Tracks
61
Super Tracks
61
Rubber Tracks
61
Installation Instructions (825-50-1 Rubber Track System)
61
Removal of 825-50-1 Argo Rubber Track System
63
ICE CLEAT KIT (Part Nos. 625-20 & 825-20)
63
OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET (Part No. 617-00)
63
OUTBOARD MOTOR SUPPORT (Part No. 618-00)
64
OUTBOARD MOTOR BRACKET - SIDE MOUNT (Part No. 617-10 & 618-10)
64
ARGO STORAGE COVERS (Part Nos. 621-10; 621-20; 821-10; 821-20)
64
POWER WINCH (Part Nos. 622-40; 622-70 & 622-80)
64
Rules for Safe Operation
64
Tips for Extending the Life of Your Winch
66
REAR MUD FLAP KIT (Part No. 625-10)
67
TRAILER HITCH KIT (Part No. 626-10)
67
BILGE PUMP KIT (Part No. 638-25 & 638-30)
67
HANDRAIL KITS (Part No. 639-20; 839-20 & 839-30)
67
TOW HOOK KIT (Part No. 642-00)
67
WINDSHIELD (Part No. 648-75 & 648-80)
67
CONVERTIBLE TOP (Part Nos. 649-33, 649-50; 849-40 & 849-50)
68
ALTERNATOR KITS (Part Nos. 650-60, 850-60 & 850-40)
68
Alternator Kit for Conquest
68
SNOW PLOW KIT (Part No. 657-13 & 657-21)
68
AMPHIBIOUS TRAILER (Part No. 695-75 & 695-80BL)
69
Operating Precautions
69
HEATER KIT - Conquest (Part No. 848-10); Avenger (Part No. 848-32)
69
ROLL over PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES (Part Nos. 848-40-2; 848-40-4; 849-90-2 & 849-90-4)
69
REAR BENCH SEAT (Part No. 849-60 & 849-80)
70
DUMP BOX KIT (Part Nos. 835-00 & 835-01)
70
Dump Box Operating Guidelines
70
ROLL BAR KIT (Part No. 648-15)
70
ACCESSORY OUTLET KIT (Part No. 633-25)
71
Appendix 1
72
Special Tools
72
Vice Grip Modifications
72
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Language
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