Suzuki LT-R450 2006 - Post-Cleaning Checks and Storage Procedures; Washing and Post-Cleaning Checks; ATV Washing Techniques and Wet Brakes Warning

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WASHING YOUR ATV
With some care, your ATV can be
washed in a similar manner to wash-
ing an automobile.
NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowing
water to flow over the following
places:
• Ignition switch
• Spark plug
• Fuel tank cap
•Fuel pump
• Throttle body
• Fuel injection system
• Brake master cylinder
• Radiator fins
Use a garden hose at low pressure to
remove the majority of dirt or other
debris. Hand wash your ATV with mild
soap or detergent and water. Try to
thoroughly remove all dirt and debris
without excessive water pressure,
even at remote areas such as link-
ages or mounting brackets. Cloth
rags, washing mitts or cleaning
brushes can be used. Be careful with
brushes as they may scratch plastic
or painted surfaces. Rinse the ATV
thoroughly with clean water. Dry all
areas using a chamois or soft absor-
bent cloth.
INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING
Remove the rags or wrapping from
the exhaust pipe. Check the drain
tubes on the bottom of the air filter
box and drain any water that has col-
lected in them. For extended life of
your ATV, lubricate according to
“GENERAL LUBRICATION” section.
Follow the procedures in the
“INSPECTION BEFORE RIDING”
section to check your ATV for any
problems that may have arisen during
your last ride.
CAUTION
Improper cleaning can damage the
radiator.
Radiator fins can be damaged by
spraying high pressure water on
them.
Do not spray high pressure water
on the radiator.
 WARNING
Operating the ATV with wet brakes
can be hazardous.
Wet brakes may not provide as
much stopping power as dry
brakes. This could lead to an acci-
dent.
Test your brakes after washing the
ATV, while riding at slow speed. If
necessary, apply brakes several
times to let friction dry out the lin-
ings.