VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
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Engine 20 Monthly Check for unusual noise, vibration, acceleration, oil leaks.
Rear axle 20 Monthly Check for leakage; add oil as required.
S General lubrication 50 3 Months Lubricate all fittings, pivots, cables, etc. where required. 48
Throttle/governor linkage 50 3 Months Check operation and governed speed.
E Fuel system 50 3 Months Check for leakage at tank, cap, lines, filters, pump, carburetor.
Front axle 50 3 Months Check for damage, loose or missing hardware.
Parking brake 50 3 Months
Inspect linkage rods, latch arm, catch bracket.
Lubricate with light oil (Do not lubricate cables or brake latch).
S Engine electrical system 50 3 Months Check coil/spark plug wires for cracks or loose connections.
S Rear suspension 50 3 Months
Inspect shocks for leaks, worn bushings, loose or missing
hardware.
S Front suspension 50 3 Months
Inspect strut for leaks. Check hubs and kingpins, for excessive
play, worn bushings, loose or missing hardware.
Front wheel alignment 50 3 Months Inspect for unusual tire wear; align if necessary.
S Battery 125 6 Months Inspect terminals. Clean as needed. 60
King pins 125 6 Months Check for excessive play and tightness of retaining nuts.
Rear axle 125 6 Months Check for unusual noise, loose or missing hardware.
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Air filter 125 6 Months Inspect; clean or replace as necessary.
S Oil filter 125 6 Months Replace (with oil change).
S Engine oil 125 6 Months
Replace. See RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND FLUIDS
on page 48 for type and capacity.
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CVT belt 125 6 Months Inspect for cracks, fraying and excessive wear.
Direction selector 125 6 Months
Check for wear and smooth movement; lubricate shaft with
light oil if necessary.
Steering 125 6 Months Inspect bellows and pinion seal for damage and leakage.
Rack end ball joint 125 6 Months Check for noise and loose or missing hardware.
S Rear axle 250-300 Yearly Check fluid level; add if required.
S Front wheel bearings 250-300 Yearly Check and adjust as necessary.
S Brakes 250-300 Yearly
Clean and adjust.
Check brake shoe linings; replace if necessary.
S Muffler/exhaust system 250-300 Yearly
Check hardware. Inspect for leaks at head and muffler gas-
kets.
Valves - intake/exhaust 250-300 Yearly Check cold.
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Spark plug 250 Yearly Replace and gap new. 58
S Fuel filter 250 Yearly Replace.
Carburetor 500 5 years Clean.
Cylinder head and piston 500 5 years Remove carbon.
Cylinder head and piston 500 5 years Check valve seats for carbon buildup; clean if necessary.
Rear axle 500 5 years Replace fluid.
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