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Repair and Service Manual
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GENERAL INFORMATION & ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Read all of Section B and this section before attempting any procedure. Pay particular attention to Notices, Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
BRAKES
After the vehicle has been put into service, it is recom-
mended that the brakes be checked by periodically con-
ducting a brake performance test.
To prevent severe injury or death resulting
from operating a vehicle with improperly oper-
ating brake system, the braking system must
be properly maintained. All driving brake tests
must be done in a safe location with regard for
the safety of all personnel.
.
Over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place.
Therefore, it is important to establish the standard with a new
vehicle.
For test method and brake service, refer to MECHANI-
CAL BRAKES section.
TIRES
Tire condition should be inspected on a daily basis.
Inflation pressures should be checked on a weekly
basis when the tires are cool. Be sure to reinstall valve
dust cap after checking or inflating tire. For additional
information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES section.
TRAILERING
To prevent personal injury to occupants of oth-
er highway vehicles, be sure that the vehicle
and contents are adequately secured to trailer.
Do not ride on vehicle being trailered.
Remove windshield before trailering.
Maximum speed with top is 50 mph (80
kph).
If the vehicle is to be transported on a trailer at highway
speeds, the windshield and top must be removed and
the seat bottom secured. Always check that the vehicle
and contents are adequately secured before trailering
the vehicle. The rated capacity of the trailer must
exceed the weight of the vehicle (see GENERAL SPEC-
IFICATIONS for vehicle weight) and load. Lock the
parking brake and secure the vehicle to the trailer using
ratchet tie downs.
TOP AND WINDSHIELD
The top does not provide protection from roll
over or falling objects.The windshield does not
provide protection from tree limbs or flying
objects.
Clean with lots of water and a clean cloth. Minor
scratches may be removed using a commercial plastic
polish or Plexus plastic cleaner.
WINTER OR PROLONGED STORAGE
To reduce the possibility of severe injury or
death resulting from a possible explosion:
Do not handle fuel in an area that is not
adequately ventilated. Do not smoke near
the fuel tank or refuel near open flame or
electrical items which could produce a
spark.
Store vehicle in a clean, dry area. Do not
store in same area as a stove, furnace,
water heater, or other appliance that uses
a pilot light or has a device that can create
a spark.
When refueling, inspect the fuel cap for
leaks or breaks that could result in fuel
spillage.
Always wear safety glasses while refuel-
ing to prevent possible eye injury from
gasoline or gasoline vapour.
Keep hands, clothing and jewelry away
from moving parts. Use care not to con-
tact hot objects. Raise the rear of the vehi-
cle and support on jack stands before
attempting to run the engine.
Preparing the engine for a prolonged storage period (30
days or more) calls for a few simple steps to prevent
build up of varnish and gum in the carburetor and corro-
sion in the engine.
• Turn the Key Switch to OFF position, and leave
the Forward/Reverse switch in the NEUTRAL
position during storage.
• Perform all required routine maintenance per the
Periodic Service Schedule.
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