Specifications

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LIQUIDS
This section specifies the recommend-
ed liquids and procedures to check
their levels. Refer to MAINTENANCE
for procedures to replace the liquids.
Fuel
Recommended Fuel
Use regular unleaded gasoline or gas-
ohol containing less than 10% of eth-
anol or methanol, available from most
service stations. The gasoline used
must have an octane number of 87
((R + M)/2) or higher.
NOTE: In most service station, pump
octane number corresponds to
(R + M)/2 octane number. Usually a
sticker can be found on the pump.
CAUTION: Never experiment with
other fuels. The use of unrecom-
mended fuel can result in vehicle
performance deterioration and dam-
age to critical parts in the fuel sys-
tem and engine components.
CAUTION: Never mix oil with fuel.
This ATV has a 4-stroke engine. Oil
must be added to engine base only.
Fuel Level
Engine/Transmission Oil
Recommended Oil
Always use 4-stroke mineral-based
engine oil that meets or exceeds the
requirements for API service classifi-
cation SH or SJ. Always check the API
service label on the oil container to be
sure it includes the letters SH or SJ.
Only use high-quality high-detergent
oil.
NOTE: The same oil lubricates both
engine and transmission. Do not use
synthetic or synthetic blend oil. They
affect the clutching calibration.
CAUTION: For proper operation of
the clutching system, do not use
special oil additives. Do not use un-
recommended types of oil.
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WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death.
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WARNING
Never top up the fuel tank before
placing the vehicle in a warm ar-
ea. As temperature increases,
fuel expands and may overflow.
Fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always
wipe off any fuel or oil spillage
from the vehicle.
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