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CLEANING AND STORAGE
EBU25903CleaningFrequent, thorough cleaning of your ATV will not
only enhance its appearance but will improve its
general performance and extend the useful life of
many components.1. Before cleaning the ATV: a. Block off the end of the exhaust pipe toprevent water entry. A plastic bag and
strong rubber band may be used.
b. Make sure the spark plug and all filler caps are properly installed.
2. If the engine case is excessively greasy, apply degreaser with a paint brush. Do not apply
degreaser to the chain, sprockets or wheel
axles.
3. Rinse the dirt and degreaser off with a garden hose. Use only enough pressure to do the
job. WARNING! Wet brakes may have re-
duced stopping ability, increasing the
chance of an accident. Test the brakes af-
ter washing. Apply the brakes several
times at slow speeds to let friction dry out
the linings.
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NOTICE: Excessive wa- ter pressure may cause water seepage
and deterioration of wheel bearings,
brakes, transmission seals and electrical
devices. Many expensive repair bills have
resulted from improper high-pressure de-
tergent applications such as those avail-
able in coin-operated car washers.
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4. Once most of the dirt has been hosed off,
wash all surfaces with warm water and mild,
detergent-type soap. An old toothbrush or
bottle brush is handy for hard-to-reach pla-
ces.
5. Rinse the ATV off immediately with clean wa- ter and dry all surfaces with a chamois, clean
towel or soft absorbing cloth.
6. Dry the chain and lubricate it to prevent it from rusting.
7. Clean the seat with a vinyl upholstery cleaner to keep the cover pliable and glossy.
8. Automotive type wax may be applied to all painted and chrome plated surfaces. Avoid
combination cleaner-waxes. Many contain
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abrasives which may mar the paint or protec-
tive finish. When finished cleaning, start the
engine and let it idle for several minutes.
EBU27262StorageShort-term
Always store your ATV in a cool, dry place and, if
necessary, protect it against dust with a porous
cover.
NOTICE: Storing the ATV in a poorly ven-
tilated room or covering it with a tarp while it is
still wet, will allow water and humidity to seep
in and cause rust. To prevent corrosion, avoid
damp cellars, stables (because of the presence
of ammonia) and areas where strong chemi-
cals are stored.
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Long-term
Before storing your ATV for several months: 1. Follow all the instructions in the “Cleaning” section of this chapter.
2. Fill up the fuel tank and add fuel stabilizer (if available) to prevent the fuel from deteriorat-
ing. 3. Perform the following steps to protect the cyl-
inder, piston rings, etc. from corrosion.a. Remove the spark plug cap and spark plug.
b. Pour a teaspoonful of engine oil into the spark plug bore.
c. Install the spark plug cap onto the spark plug, and then place the spark plug on the
cylinder head so that the electrodes are
grounded. (This will limit sparking during
the next step.)
d. Turn the engine over several times with the starter. (This will coat the cylinder wall
with oil.)
e. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug, and then install the spark plug and
the spark plug cap.
4. Lubricate all control cables and the pivoting points of all levers and pedals.
5. Check and, if necessary, correct the tire air pressure, and then block up the ATV so that
all of its wheels are off the ground. Alterna-
Specified amount:
7.5 ml of stabilizer to each liter of fuel (or 1
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NNeutral indicator light ..................................................... 4-2OOwner’s manual and tool kit .......................................... 8-2PPanel, removing and installing ..................................... 8-10
Parking ........................................................................... 6-5
Parking brake free play, adjusting ............................... 8-34
Parking brake lever ........................................................ 4-8
Parking on a slope ......................................................... 6-6
Part locations ................................................................. 3-1RReverse indicator light ................................................... 4-2
Reverse knob ................................................................. 4-9
Reverse knob and driving in reverse ............................. 6-4
Reverse lock release cable, adjusting ......................... 8-29
Riding your ATV ............................................................. 7-1SSafety information .......................................................... 2-1
Seat .............................................................................. 4-12
Self-diagnosis device .................................................... 4-3
Shifting ........................................................................... 6-2
Shift pedal ...................................................................... 4-9
Shift pedal, checking ................................................... 8-41
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front (YFM70RSBH) ........................................................... 4-13
Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting the front
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH) ..................................... 4-15
Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear (YFM70RSBH) ........................................................... 4-20 Shock absorber assembly, adjusting the rear
(YFM70RSSH/YFM70RSXH) ..................................... 4-22
Spark arrester, cleaning ............................................... 8-25
Spark plug, checking ................................................... 8-10
Specifications .............................................................. 10-1
Speed limiter .................................................................. 4-5
Start switch .................................................................... 4-4
Steering shaft, lubricating ............................................ 8-45
Storage .......................................................................... 9-2
Suspension, lubricating the upper and lower arm pivots ......................................................................... 8-44
Suspension relay arm and connecting arm pivoting points, lubricating the rear ......................................... 8-43
Swingarm pivots, lubricating ....................................... 8-42
TTail/brake light ............................................................. 8-52
Throttle lever ........................................................... 4-4, 5-5
Throttle lever free play, adjusting ................................ 8-28
Tires ............................................................................... 5-5
Troubleshooting ........................................................... 8-53
Troubleshooting charts ................................................ 8-54VValve clearance ............................................................ 8-29
Vehicle identification number ...................................... 11-1WWheel hub bearings, checking .................................... 8-42
Wheel, installing ........................................................... 8-52
Wheel, removing .......................................................... 8-52
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