PRE-RIDE INSPECTION
ITEMS TO BE
INSPECTED
INSPECTION TO PERFORM ✔
Check if seats are properly latched.
Check side nets for any damage. Have
the nets replaced if any damage is found.
Fasten both side nets and confirm that t hey latch
securely. Use the adjustment strap to tighten the net as
required.
Seats, si de nets and
seat belts
Check seat belts for any damage. Fasten seat belts and
confirm t hat they latch securely.
Accelerator pedal
Pr ess on the acceler ator pedal a few tim es to ensure it
operates freely and it returns to the rest position when
released.
Brake pedal
Pr ess down on the brake pedal and make sure you feel
firm resistance and that it fully returns to position when
released.
Fuel level Check the fuel l evel.
Heater fan (if
equipped)
Check operation of heater fan. Check air flows out of
every louver (dash-m ounted and heater-mounted).
What to Do After the Engine is Started
ITEMS TO BE
INSPECTED
INSPECTION TO PERFORM ✔
Steering
Check if steering operates f reely by completely turning it
from side to side.
Ignition switch
Turn the ignit ion switch to OFF to veri fy if engine will shut
down. Restart engine.
Shift lever Check operation of shift lever (P, R, N, H and L).
2WD/4W D selector
Check operati on of 2WD/4WD selector.
Brakes
Drive forward slowly a few feet and apply brakes. The
brake pedal must feel firm when applied. The pedal m ust
return to rest posit ion when released. The brakes must
respond adequately to t he driver's input.
Winch (if equipped) Check operation of winch.
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SAFETY IN FORM ATION
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