2008 HUV 4213-G and HUV 4213-GXP Owner’s Manual Gasoline Utility Vehicles
NOTICE Warranty information appears at the end of this manual. No other warranties, express or implied, are contained herein. Your authorized representative checked the vehicle before it was delivered to you and will provide you a copy of the completed vehicle warranty registration form. Husqvarna is not liable for errors in this manual or for incidental or consequential damages that result from the use of the material in this manual.
FOREWORD Thank you for choosing Husqvarna, a world leader in outdoor products. You have chosen the finest utility vehicle on the market. Please protect your investment and ensure that your Husqvarna vehicle provides years of reliable, superior performance by reading and following the maintenance instructions in this manual. Your comfort and safety are important to us, so we urge you to read and follow the step-by-step operating instructions and safety precautions in this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Decal and Feature Identification .................................................................................................................. 4 Practice Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 Proposition 65 – State of California ........................................................................................................................
Safety Decal and Feature Identification SAFETY DECAL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION The following pages contain safety decal and feature identification information. For detailed information on specific features, read the appropriate section in this manual.
Safety Decal and Feature Identification HUV 4213-G/4213-GXP 7 5 9 3 1 6 11 16 15 8 14 10 12 13 2 4 347 1 101553901 2 101609401 3 101825102 4 Decal, Bed Loading Warning (on cargo bed or seat back) Decal, Crush Area Warning (behind seat, near 9 102224301 Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel) 10 Serial Number Decal, On/Off/Start Key Switch (above key switch) 11 Fuel Shut-Off Valve 101960201 Decal, Vehicle Loading Instructions (below instrument panel) 12 Low Oil Warning L
Safety Decal and Feature Identification HUV 4213-G/4213-GXP 2 7 9 10 8 11 1 4 12 5 6 3 348 Decal, Trailer Hitch Tongue Weight Notice (on 1 1011553 2 101547601 3 101915201 4 101960501 5 102231601 6 102345901 Page 6 trailer/receiver hitch) Decal, Gasoline Fuel Warning (at fuel fill or on frame, near fuel tank) 7 102459301 Decal, Bed Latch Warning (on vehicle body, below bed latch) 8 Forward/Reverse Control 9 Park Brake Decal, Rotating Parts/Hot Manifold Warning (on engine, sta
Practice Safety PRACTICE SAFETY 399 Figure 1 Practice Safety Safety signs like you see above may at first seem shocking, but their impact is mild compared with the reality of severe personal injury. Your safety and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. That is why before operating the vehicle, we urge you to review the information in this manual.
Safety Details SAFETY DETAILS WARNING • This owner’s manual should be read completely before attempting to drive or service the vehicle. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could result in property damage, severe personal injury, or death. It is important to note that some vital statements throughout this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle are preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
General Warnings 2 1 (Viewed from passenger side of vehicle) 1. Remove negative battery cable. 2. Remove positive battery cable. Connect battery cables in reverse order. 1 Figure 2 Battery Cable Removal GENERAL WARNINGS The following safety statements listed must be heeded whenever the vehicle is being operated, repaired, or serviced. See Safety Decal and Feature Identification on page 4. Other specific safety statements appear throughout this manual and on the vehicle.
Model Identification WARNING • Follow the procedures exactly as stated in this manual, and heed all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION statements in this manual as well as those on the vehicle. • Do not leave children unattended on vehicle. • Prior to leaving the vehicle unattended or servicing the vehicle, set the park brake, place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position, turn the key switch to the OFF position, and remove the key. Chock the wheels when servicing the vehicle.
Controls and Indicators SERIAL NUMBER 7349 ST ATESVILLE RD. CHARLOTTE, NC 28269 HH0601-583947 47 Figure 3 Serial Number CONTROLS AND INDICATORS See General Warnings on page 9. WARNING • Before allowing anyone to drive the vehicle, make sure the driver is familiar with all controls and operating procedures. • Do not tamper with the governor.
Controls and Indicators KEY SWITCH The key switch is mounted on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column (Figure 4). It has three positions: OFF, ON and START. To start the vehicle, place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position and turn the key past the ON position to the START position and hold until the engine is running smoothly. Release the key and it will return to the ON position and the engine should idle.
Controls and Indicators F N R 159 Figure 5 Forward/Reverse Handle ACCELERATOR PEDAL The accelerator pedal is the pedal on the right, with the word GO molded into it (Figure 6). With the engine running and the Forward/Reverse handle in the FORWARD or REVERSE position, vehicle speed will increase as the accelerator pedal is pressed. When the accelerator pedal is released, it will return to the original position and the engine will idle. See preceding WARNING and CAUTION.
Controls and Indicators BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal is the large pedal on the left with the word STOP molded into it (Figure 6). To slow or stop the vehicle, press the brake pedal (Figure 7). PARK BRAKE The park brake handle is located between the driver and passenger seats. To engage the park brake, first apply pressure to the brake pedal, then pull up on the park brake handle until handle latches into place. To disengage, pull up on the handle and press the button on the end of the handle.
Controls and Indicators 162 163 Figure 9 Choke Figure 10 Differential Lock DIFFERENTIAL LOCK WARNING • With the differential lock engaged, vehicle turning functions are greatly reduced. To prevent loss of vehicle control when differential lock is engaged, do not operate vehicle at speeds greater than half throttle and use caution when attempting to turn the vehicle. • Disengage differential lock on paved surfaces.
Seat Latch and Adjustment 164 Figure 11 Low Oil Warning Light FUEL GAUGE/HOUR METER A fuel gauge and hour meter are housed together at the lower left corner of the instrument panel. The fuel gauge operates when the key switch is in the ON position, and allows the operator to monitor the fuel level in the vehicle. The hour meter operates only when the engine is running, and should be used only by trained technicians to track vehicle usage and determine when periodic service procedures are required.
Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist The bucket seats on all vehicles are adjustable and can be moved forward or backward to accommodate the driver or passenger. To adjust a seat: 1. Remove the seat from the vehicle. 2. 3. Remove the four bolts and washers from the bottom of the seat mounting plate. Align the mounting plate holes with holes in the seat to achieve the desired seat position. 4. Install washers and bolts and tighten to 96 in-lb (10.8 N·m). 5. Reinstall seat in vehicle.
Driving Instructions Use the following checklist, in conjunction with the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist, as a guide to inspect the vehicle and check daily for proper operation. Any problems should be corrected by a Husqvarna distributor/dealer or a trained technician. • Forward/Reverse shifter: Check for proper operation. See Controls and Indicators on page 11. • Brakes: Be sure the brakes function properly.
Driving Instructions WARNING – Be sure all passengers are capable of securing themselves in a vehicle before allowing them to ride in one. • Do not shift the Forward/Reverse handle while the vehicle is in motion. • Stop the vehicle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle. Engine must be at idle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle. Failure to do so may result in injury to inattentive passengers and (or) damage to the vehicle.
Driving Instructions 9. Release park brake. 10. Keeping brake engaged, place the Forward/Reverse handle in desired position (F = forward or R = reverse). Engine must be at idle before moving the shift handle. A buzzer will sound as a warning when the vehicle is in the REVERSE position. 11. Release brake pedal and slowly press accelerator pedal. As the accelerator pedal is pressed, speed will increase until full speed is reached. See following WARNING.
Bed Latch and Prop Rod BED LATCH AND PROP ROD See General Warnings on page 9. DANGER • Use caution when working under bed. Be sure prop rod is secure. Otherwise the bed will fall, resulting in severe personal injury or death. WARNING • For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged. Do not close bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area.
Loading and Unloading LOADING AND UNLOADING WARNING • Firmly engage park brake before loading vehicle. • Do not allow riders in the cargo bed. • Reduce vehicle load and speed when driving up or down slopes or on uneven terrain. • Do not exceed rated vehicle capacity. Rated capacity is for level surfaces only. • Overloading can affect vehicle handling or cause component failure, resulting in loss of control of vehicle and possible severe personal injury or death. • Do not load tailgate.
Towing with the Vehicle TOWING WITH THE VEHICLE WARNING • Do not tow a vehicle or trailer on public streets or highways. • Normal vehicle operating speed should be reduced when towing. • Extreme caution should be used when towing. • Do not allow riders in the vehicle or trailer being towed. • Avoid sudden starts, sudden stops, and tight turns when towing. • Avoid stopping on a hill when towing. If you must stop on a hill, avoid sudden starts, or rolling backwards and stopping suddenly.
Storage STORAGE See General Warnings on page 9. DANGER • Do not attempt to drain fuel when the engine is hot or while it is running. • Be sure to clean up any spilled gasoline before operating the vehicle. • Store fuel in an approved fuel container only. Store in a well-ventilated area away from sparks, open flames, heaters, or heat sources. • Keep fuel out of the reach of children. • Do not siphon fuel from the vehicle.
Storage 7. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable first. See WARNING “To avoid unintentionally starting...” in General Warnings on page 9. 8. Batteries should be clean and free of corrosion. Wash tops and terminals of batteries with a solution of baking soda and water (1 cup (237 mL) baking soda per 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water). Rinse solution off batteries. Do not allow this solution to enter the batteries. Be sure terminals are tight.
Maintenance 4.1. Remove plug from fuel tank vent. 4.2. Connect vent tube to fuel tank vent. 5. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable first, and tighten terminals to 144 in-lb (16 N·m). Coat terminals with Battery Terminal Protector Spray (P/N 603 00 00-03). 6. Completely open the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 14). Make sure the valve is fully open. A partially closed fuel shut-off valve combined with the use of the choke can result in a fouled spark plug and engine failure.
Periodic Service Schedule WARNING • To help avoid unintentionally starting the vehicle: – Disconnect battery cables, negative (–) cable first (Figure 2). – Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. • If wires are removed or replaced make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured. Failure to properly route and secure wiring could result in vehicle malfunction, property damage, personal injury, or death. • Lift only one end of the vehicle at a time.
Periodic Service Schedule PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist Daily service by owner Performance Inspection See Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 17. See Performance Inspection on page 17. Check engine oil level; change as required. See Periodic Lubrication Schedule on page 29.
Periodic Lubrication Schedule PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERVAL LUBRICATION POINTS SERVICE Semiannually by owner or Brake pedal shaft bearings trained technician (or every 50 Accelerator push rod pivots, mounts, hours of operation, whichever and shifter cable pivots comes first) RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT 1 Dry Moly Lube (P/N 603 00 00-01) 2 Dry Moly Lube (P/N 603 00 00-01) Chassis Lube (EP NLGI Grade 2) Front suspension (2 fittings) 29 oz. (.
Master Cylinder MASTER CYLINDER 1 2 3 1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level 168 Figure 16 Brake Fluid Reservoir The master cylinder is located under the passenger seat toward the center of the vehicle (Figure 16). Raise or remove the seat to check the brake fluid level. When checking the brake fluid, also inspect the following: • The presence of brake fluid on the exterior surface of the master cylinder indicates a leak. • The vent holes in the reservoir cover should be clean and open.
Engine Oil ENGINE OIL Even though the low oil warning light on the instrument panel should illuminate if oil becomes low, the engine oil level should be checked monthly. The vehicle should be on a level surface when checking oil. Do not overfill with oil. ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK 1. Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil filler tube and wipe oil from dipstick (Figure 17). See following CAUTION. CAUTION • Do not remove dipstick while engine is running. 2.
Engine Oil WARNING • For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged while bed is raised. Do not close the bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not drop cargo bed; lower gently and keep entire body clear. Failure to heed this warning could result in severe personal injury or death. 3.
Engine Oil 10. Remove the engine oil filter, turning it counterclockwise, allowing the residual oil in the filter port and filter to drain into the oil drain pan. See following NOTE NOTE: An oil drip guard can be used to prevent excess oil from dripping into the engine base place. Use an empty quart (one liter) container and cut the bottom off at an angle, then slide the open area of the container up and under the oil filter prior to removing.
Engine Oil 27 172 Figure 21 Coat Rubber Seal Figure 22 Add Engine Oil 13. Tighten the oil filter by hand until tight. Do not use a band wrench or channel lock plier to tighten. 14. Lower the vehicle and remove the floor jack from under the rear of the vehicle. 15. Remove the dipstick and add engine oil into the dipstick port. Use a funnel or pour spout to direct the oil into the dipstick port (Figure 22). With filter change, the engine requires 38 ounces (1.12 liters) of oil per change.
Fueling Instructions NOTE: Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently when using them. FUELING INSTRUCTIONS See General Warnings on page 9. DANGER • Turn the key switch to the OFF position before fueling. • Do not pour fuel into the fuel tank when the engine is hot or while it is running. • To help avoid electric arc caused by static electricity, the fuel storage/pumping device must be grounded.
Battery 4 3 2 5 1 1. Vent Tube 2. To Carburetor 3. Vent 4. Fuel Shut-off Valve 5. Fuel Tank 173 Figure 24 Fuel Tank BATTERY See General Warnings on page 9. DANGER • Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and service area. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries. • Tools, wires and metal objects can cause sparks when shorted across a battery.
Battery 2. Access the engine compartment. See WARNING “For vehicles with cargo beds...” in General Warnings on page 9. 3. Tilt the bed and ensure that the prop rod is properly engaged. 4. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable first. See WARNING “To avoid unintentionally starting...” in General Warnings on page 9. 5. Use a flat blade screwdriver, and carefully remove the battery cell caps from the battery (Figure 25). See following WARNING. WARNING 6. 7.
Cleaning the Vehicle CLEANING THE VEHICLE Each vehicle is equipped with an ABS/DR acrylic front body and an all-aluminum rear body. The HUV4213 has a powder-coated steel cargo bed. Use commercial automotive cleaning solutions with a sponge or soft cloth for normal cleaning. A garden hose at normal residential water pressure is adequate. To remove oxidation or discoloration from aluminum, use a commercially available aluminum cleaner paste and fine grade (No. 00) steel wool.
Subsequent Owner Registration CAUTION • Use of the winch for an extended period of time could discharge the battery. Keep winch operations as short as possible, and drive the vehicle for several minutes after the winch operation to recharge the battery. SUBSEQUENT OWNER REGISTRATION In the event a vehicle is bought as a used vehicle, we strongly urge the new owner to register the vehicle with Husqvarna. This will enable us to contact you if the need arises.
Vehicle Specifications VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS HUV4213-GXP HUV4213-G POWER SOURCE Engine: 4-cycle OHV, 400 cc, 13.
Vehicle Specifications SPECIFICATIONS HUV4213-GXP HUV4213-G Curb clearance circle (diameter) 24 ft. 1 in. (734 cm) Turning radius (per SAE J 695) 139.6 in. (355 cm) Intersecting aisle clearance 112.2 in (285 cm) Floorboard height 17 in. (43 cm) Seat height 35 in. (89 cm) Load bed height 31.1 in. (79 cm) 48.0 x 49.8 x 10.9 in. Load bed size (box bed inside dimensions) (121.4 x 126.4 x 27.6 cm) (15.3 cubic feet) 46.9 x 48.3 in.
Warranties WARRANTIES HUSQVARNA® LIMITED TWO YEAR WARRANTY FOR 2008 TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITY VEHICLES 1. WARRANTY: Husqvarna, INC.
Warranties 5. HOW TO MAKE A WARRANTY CLAIM: To make a warranty claim under this limited warranty, you must present the vehicle or defective component to an authorized Husqvarna dealer. 6. DISCLAIMER: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. HUSQVARNA MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED.
Warranties CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT Your new Husqvarna ("Husqvarna") vehicle engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and State of California emission regulations. However, the use of gasoline powered golf cars in areas of California that do not attain the federal ozone standards is illegal. Please refer to the Air Resources Board information at http://www.arb.ca.gov/enf/enf.htm for compliance.
Warranties (5) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment. (6) The engine or equipment owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related warranted part, provided that such diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station*.
Warranties NECESSARY MAINTENANCE AS OUTLINED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL AND MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL WAS NOT PERFORMED AT THE TIME AND IN THE MANNER SPECIFIED IN SUCH MANUALS. 5. NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: In no event shall Husqvarna be liable for any incidental or consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss related to property other than the vehicle, loss of use, loss of time, inconvenience, or any other economic loss. This warranty is applicable only where the California or U.S.
Publication Part Number 603 00 43-23 Edition Code 0707C0608B 103372939
