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Cleaning & Storage
Cleaning the ATV
Keeping your ATV clean will not only improve its appearance, but it can also extend the life of various
components. With a few precautions, your ATV can be cleaned much like an automobile.
WARNING
Before cleaning, batteries should be kept out of reach of children� After cleaning, water should be
totally wiped out, and batteries can be used after they are completely dried out�
• Always clean the vehicle after the motor and controls are cooled.
• Avoid applying harsh detergents to seals, brake pads, and tires.
• Wash the vehicle by hand.
• Avoid all harsh chemicals, solvents, detergents, and household cleaning products to clean your
vehicle�
• Brake fluid will damage painted plastic surfaces. Wash them off immediately if they splashed on any
painted plastics�
• Avoid metal brushes, steel wool, and all other abrasive pads or brushes to clean the vehicle.
• Pay more attention when washing the body panels, headlight covers, and other plastic parts as they
can be easily scratched.
• Pay more attention when washing the body panels, headlight covers, and other plastic parts as they
can be easily scratched.
• Avoid spraying water into areas such as the battery, charging port and electrical components.