Taking Care of the Unexpected
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
Taking Ca re of the Une xpe cted
With all the challenges you can encounter off-road, there’s a chance
that sometime something may go wrong. This section gives practical
advice to help you deal with a wide range of problems. Take time to
read this section before you ride. Also review the tips in Preparing for
a Ride (page 198).
General Guidelines ................................................................... 208
If Your Engine Quits or Won’t Start .......................................... 210
If You Have a Flat Tire............................................................... 213
If the High Coolant Temperature Indicator Lights...................... 216
If a Fuse Blows.......................................................................... 218
If You Crash ............................................................................. 223
If You Lose Your Key ................................................................ 224
If the Battery Is Low (or Dead)................................................... 225
If a Component Fails................................................................. 226
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