VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
To prevent serious injury or death, follow the procedures and comply with the safety
information in this manual while performing vehicle service or maintenance.
Use the tools shown in the tool list and wear the specified safety equipment when per-
forming vehicle service or maintenance.
Remove all jewelry before you service the vehicle.
Do not allow loose clothing or hair to contact the moving parts.
Do not touch hot objects.
The drive wheels must be lifted and supported on jack stands before you perform any
service to the powertrain while the motor is in operation.
Chock the wheels and support the vehicle with jack stands. NEVER get under a vehicle
that is supported by a jack. Lift the vehicle according to the manufacturers instructions.
When you service the vehicle, always wear eye protection. Be careful
when working around batteries, using solvents or compressed air.
Use insulated tools within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery
explosion.
Maintain constant awareness that some components are heavy, spring loaded, corro-
sive, explosive, can cause high amperage or get extremely hot. Battery acid and hydro-
gen gas can cause bodily injury. Keep your hands, face, feet and body away from any
area that can expose them to injury if an unexpected situation occurs.
After performing maintenance, test the vehicle in a safe area that is free from vehicle and
person traffic.
NOTICE: To decrease the risk of engine damage, do not operate the vehicle at full throttle for more than 5
seconds if the drive wheels are lifted off the ground.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Consistent inspection, adjustment and lubrication of some components are necessary to maintain your vehicle so that
it remains in safe and reliable condition. Refer to the SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART on page 46 for detailed
requirements.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust and replace parts as necessary. Use TSV or equivalent replacement parts.
Record the maintenance items performed along with details in the MAINTENANCE LOG beginning on page 69.
NOTICE: Service and adjustments are important for safe and reliable vehicle operation. If not familiar with
safe service and adjustment procedures, have your dealer perform the operations.
Initial Service Requirements
Perform the additional inspection or maintenance at the initial service interval indicated, in addition to regular intervals.
See SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE CHART on page 46. The initial service is required for optimum performance and
reliability.
• engine oil and filter
• starter/generator belt
Severe Use Conditions
Vehicles subjected to heavy or severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently than those of normal use
patterns.The following conditions are considered severe use:
• frequent or prolonged use in a dusty environment • frequent use in mud, water or sand
• prolonged low speed operation • short trips in cold weather
• prolonged heavy load operation
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