Suzuki LT-A400/F 2006

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99011-38F56-013

LT-A400/F

Part No. 99011-38F56-013

September, 2006

EN, FR, SW, SP, DA

LT-A400/F

Printed in USA

300 TAKATSUKA, HAMAMATSU, JAPAN

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE

HANDBOK

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

BRUGERVEJLEDNING

This owner’s manual contains

important safety information.

Please read it carefully.

Never allow anyone under 16

years old to ride this ATV.

Ce ’Manuel du propriétaire contient

des informations importantes

concernant la sécurité.

Le lire soigneusement.

Ne jamais autoriser les enfants

âgés de moins de 16 ans à

piloter ce V.T.T.

Denna bruksanvisning innehåller

viktiga säkerhetsinformationer.

Läs noggrant igenom den.

Låt ingen person under 16 års

ålder köra denna ATV-vagn.

Este manual del usuario contiene

información de seguridad importante.

Léalo detenidamente.

No permita que nadie menor de 16

años de edad conduzca esta ATV.

Denne brugervejledning indeholder

vigtige sikkerhedsoplysninger.

Læs den omhyggeligt.

Lad aldrig børn på under 16 år

køre på denne ATV.

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The document is an owner's manual for the Suzuki LT-A400/F All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV). It provides comprehensive information on the vehicle's operation, maintenance, and safety guidelines.

Function Description:

The Suzuki LT-A400/F is a four-stroke, air-cooled ATV designed for off-road use. It features a dual-range automatic transmission with reverse, allowing the rider to select between high range for normal riding with light loads, low range for heavy loads or trailer towing (providing lower speed and greater torque), and reverse for backing up. The LT-A400F model also includes a selection lever for switching between 2WD (rear-wheel drive for dry, hard surfaces) and 4WD (front and rear-wheel drive for slippery surfaces, offering increased traction). The vehicle is equipped with both an electric starter and a recoil starter for engine ignition. It has front disk brakes and rear drum brakes for stopping. The ATV is designed to carry cargo on front and rear racks, and can also tow a light trailer, with specific load and towing capacity guidelines provided.

Important Technical Specifications:

Engine: Four-stroke, air-cooled with SACS (Suzuki Advanced Cooling System), OHC (Overhead Camshaft), single cylinder.
Bore: 82.0 mm (3.228 in)
Stroke: 71.2 mm (2.803 in)
Displacement: 376 cm³ (22.9 cu. in)
Compression Ratio: 9.0 : 1
Carburetor: KEIHIN CVK32, single
Air Cleaner: Polyurethane foam element
Starter System: Electric and recoil starter
Lubrication System: Wet sump
Clutch: Wet shoe, automatic, centrifugal type
Transmission: Automatic variable ratio (V-belt)
Transfer: 2 speed forward with reverse (L-H-N-R, hand operated)
Automatic Transmission: Variable change (2.983 – 0.813)
Secondary Reduction Ratio: 2.730 (42/19 × 21/17)
Final Reduction Ratio (Front and Rear): 3.600 (36/10)
Transfer Gear Ratio: Low: 2.500 (40/16), High: 1.375 (33/24), Reverse: 2.000 (32/16)
Drive System: Shaft drive
Overall Length: 2175 mm (85.6 in) for LT-A400, 2235 mm (88.0 in) for LT-A400F (Sweden)
Overall Width: 1145 mm (45.1 in)
Overall Height: 1200 mm (47.2 in)
Wheelbase: 1270 mm (50.0 in)
Ground Clearance: 235 mm (9.3 in)
Front Track: 895 mm (35.2 in)
Rear Track: 900 mm (35.4 in)
Seat Height: 830 mm (32.7 in)
Dry Mass: 252 kg (555 lbs) for LT-A400, 269 kg (593 lbs) for LT-A400F (Sweden), 273 kg (601 lbs) for LT-A400F (Australia), 268 kg (590 lbs) for LT-A400F (Others)
Front Suspension: Independent, double wishbone, coil spring, oil damped
Rear Suspension: Swingarm, coil spring, oil damped
Front Wheel Travel: 170 mm (6.7 in)
Rear Wheel Travel: 170 mm (6.7 in)
Caster: 3°
Trail: 14 mm (0.6 in)
Toe-in: 4 mm (0.16 in)
Camber: 0.3°
Steering Angle: 47° (right and left)
Turning Radius: 3.1 m (10.2 ft)
Brakes: Front: Disk brake, twin; Rear: Drum brake
Tire Size: Front: AT25 × 8-12, Tubeless; Rear: AT25 × 10-12, Tubeless
Electrical System: Ignition type: Electronic ignition (CDI); Spark plug: NGK CR7E or DENSO U22ESR-N; Battery: 12V 43.2 kC (12Ah)/10HR; Fuses: 30A MAIN, 10A HEAD-HI, 10A HEAD-LO, 10A TAIL, 10A IGNITION, 10A FAN, 10A P-SOURCE; Generator: Three-phase A.C. generator
Lighting: Headlight: 12V 30/30W × 2; Brake/Taillight: 12V 21/5W; Speedometer light: 12V 1.7W; Oil temperature gauge light: 12V 3W; Neutral indicator light: 12V 3W; High beam indicator light: 12V 3W (For Sweden); Reverse indicator light: 12V 3W; Reverse light: 12V 21W (For Sweden)
Capacities: Fuel tank (including reserve): 15.0 L (4.0/3.3 US/Imp gal); Reserve: 3.3 L (0.9/0.7 US/Imp gal); Engine oil (oil change): 2900 ml (3.1/2.6 US/Imp qt); Engine oil (with filter change): 3100 ml (3.3/2.7 US/Imp qt); Differential gear oil: 300 ml (10.1/10.6 US/Imp oz); Final gear oil: 350 ml (11.8/12.3 US/Imp oz)
Load Capacity: 172 kg (380 lbs) (combined weight of rider, gear, trailer tongue weight, and accessories/cargo)
Maximum Towing Capacity: 450 kg (992 lbs)
Trailer Tongue Weight: Should be about 10% of Gross Trailer Weight, not to exceed 45 kg (99 lbs).
Noise Levels (EC-Directive): In motion: 87 dB(A); Stationary: 88 dB(A); At driver's ear: 82 dB(A)
Vibration Levels (EC-Directive): Handle grip: 58.5 m/s²; Body: 135.2 m/s²

Usage Features:

Ignition Switch: Three positions: "OFF" (all electrical circuits off, key removable), "ON" (ignition circuit on, engine can be started, key not removable), and "LIGHTS" (ignition circuit complete, headlights and taillights on, key not removable).
Speedometer and Indicator Lights: Includes speedometer, odometer (total distance), trip meter (resettable), reverse indicator (red light), neutral indicator (green light), high beam indicator (blue light, Sweden), and oil temperature indicator (red light).
Range Lever: Selects H (high range), L (low range), or R (reverse). Requires releasing throttle, stopping the vehicle, applying brakes, and pushing a knob for certain shifts.
Selection Lever (LT-A400F): Selects 2WD or 4WD. Requires stopping the vehicle completely.
Left Handlebar: Features rear brake lever (with parking brake lock), dimmer switch (high/low beam), engine stop switch ("OFF"/"RUN"), electric starter button, and horn button (Sweden).
Choke Lever: Used for easy starting when the engine is cold.
Right Handlebar: Features front brake lever and throttle lever.
Throttle Limiter: Restricts maximum engine power by limiting throttle lever travel, adjustable based on rider skill.
Rear Brake Pedal: Applies the rear brake.
Emergency Stop Switch (Sweden): A plastic cap switch that stops the engine if removed by pulling an attached cord.
Fuel Valve: Three positions: "ON" (normal, fuel flows only when engine is running/starting), "RES" (reserve fuel supply, 3.3 L), and "PRI" (prime, fuel flows to carburetor, used for checking fuel supply or hard starts below freezing).
Recoil Starter: Manual starting option if the electric starter fails.
Fuel Tank Cap: Twist-off cap with a vent tube.
Fuel Gauge: Shows approximate fuel level (empty, reserve soon, half full, full).
Seat Lock: Lever-operated lock for seat removal and installation.
Flag Bracket: Provided for mounting a flag.
Tail Box: Storage for small, light articles like the tool kit, owner's manual, rain gear, or wind breaker.
Output Terminal: For attaching 12V electrical accessories (total wattage less than 120W).

Maintenance Features:

Maintenance Schedule: Detailed schedule based on odometer reading or time interval for various components (air cleaner, exhaust pipe nuts, valve clearance, spark plug, fuel hose, engine oil, gear oil, drive shaft boots, idle speed, throttle cable, clutch, drive belt, spark arrester, brakes, brake fluid, tires, steering system, suspensions, chassis bolts, general lubrication).
Tool Kit: Provided under the seat.
Battery: Sealed type, requires periodic charging condition checks. Standard charging rate: 1.4A × 5 to 10hr; maximum: 6.0A × 1hr.
Spark Plug: NGK CR7E or DENSO U22ESR-N recommended. Check color for proper engine adjustment.
Idle Speed Adjustment: Requires a tachometer, adjust to 1400 – 1600 r/min when warm.
Throttle Cable Adjustment: Play should be 3.0 – 5.0 mm.
Choke Cable Adjustment: Free play should be 0.5 – 1.0 mm.
Fuel Hose: Replace every 4 years.
Engine Oil: Check level daily, change at scheduled times. Use SAE 10W-40 (or 5W-30 in very cold weather). Capacity: 2900 ml (oil change), 3100 ml (with filter change).
Air Cleaner: Inspect frequently, especially in dusty/wet conditions. Clean foam element with non-flammable solvent and oil with air filter oil.
Air Cleaner Drain Tube: Periodically check and drain any accumulated gasoline or oil.
Gear Oil Change: Use SAE 90 hypoid gear oil (or SAE 80 below 0°C). Front differential: 300 ml; Final gear: 350 ml.
Tires: Low-pressure tubeless. Maintain proper pressure (Front: 4.7 psi / 32.5 kPa / 0.325 kgf/cm²; Rear: 4.0 psi / 27.5 kPa / 0.275 kgf/cm² for LT-A400, Rear: 4.4 psi / 30 kPa / 0.30 kgf/cm² for LT-A400F). Replace when tread depth is 4.0 mm or less.
Brakes: Inspect fluid level (DOT4), pad wear, and free play. Rear brake pedal: 5-15 mm above footrest, 20-30 mm free travel. Rear brake lever: 3-5 mm play.
Spark Arrester: Periodically clean carbon deposits.
Drive Shaft Boots: Check for damage and grease leaks.
Light Bulb Replacement: Use specified wattage bulbs (Headlight: 12V 30/30W; Brake/Taillight: 12V 21/5W).
Fuse: Located under the seat, spare 10A fuses provided.
V-Belt Cover Draining: Drain water after riding in water.
General Lubrication: Periodic lubrication of brake lever holder, throttle lever, steering shaft holder, brake pedal and rod link, brake cam, and drive shaft joint spline.
Winter Riding Preparation: Change engine oil to 5W-30 if frequently used below -10°C (14°F). Inspect controls for freezing.
Storage Procedure: Drain fuel, remove spark plug and add motor oil to cylinder, remove and charge battery, inflate tires, spray vinyl/rubber parts with protectant, spray unpainted surfaces with rust preventative, coat painted surfaces with car wax.
Returning to Service Procedure: Clean vehicle, change engine oil and filter, reinstall spark plug, reinstall battery, lubricate, perform pre-ride inspection, and start the vehicle.