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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
Quest MAX and Traxter MAX Series
• Apply parking brake and check if it
operates properly.
• Check tire pressure and condition.
• Check wheels and bearings for wear
and damage.
• Check location of controls and en-
sure they work properly.
• Verify steering operates freely.
• Activate throttle control lever sever-
al times to ensure it operates freely.
It must return to idle position when
released.
• Activate the brake levers and foot
pedal to make sure the brakes fully
apply. Levers and pedal must fully
return when released.
• Ensure transmission lever is work-
ing then reset in PARK position.
• Check fuel, oil and coolant levels.
• Check for oil leaks on the engine/
transmission and drive train compo-
nents.
• Ensure fuel valve is in fully open po-
sition (ON).
• Clean headlamps and taillight.
• Ensure front storage cover com-
partment is properly latched.
• Ensure seat is properly latched.
• If you transport cargo, respect load
capacity. Ensure cargo is properly
secured to the racks.
• If you are pulling a trailer or other
equipment, ensure it respects the
tongue capacity and towing capaci-
ty. Ensure trailer is properly secured
to hitch.
• Look and feel for loose parts while
engine is off. Check fasteners.
• Ensure the path of travel is free of
persons and obstacles.
• Check operation of ignition switch,
start button, engine stop switch,
headlamps, dimmer switch, taillight
and indicator lights.
• Start engine and drive forward slow-
ly a few feet and apply all brakes in-
dividually to test them.
• Check backrest condition.
• Check passenger grab handles con-
dition.
• Educate the passenger concerning
the basic rules of a safe ride.
Correct any problem you may have
found. See an authorized Bombardier
ATV dealer as necessary.
WARNING
The pre-operation check is very
important prior to operating the
vehicle. Always check the proper
operation of critical controls, safe-
ty features and mechanical com-
ponents before starting. If not
done as specified here, severe in-
jury or death might occur.
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