Honda TRX500FA 2006 Owner's Manual page 243

If the High Oil/Coolant Temperature
Indicator Lights
If the reserve tank is low or empty, don't ride without adding coolant
(page 159 ). After adding coolant, turn the engine on and check the
temperature indicator.
If the indicator doesn't turn off, do not ride. The engine needs repair.
Transport your ATV to a Honda dealer (page
If the temperature drops to normal, check the coolant level. If it has
gone down, add more coolant.
Check for any restriction of air flow through the oil cooler.
Check for an oil leak.
Check the oil level. If necessary, add the recommended oil (page
to the upper level mark. If you must leave your ATV to get oil, secure
it as much as possible.
Start the engine, and check that the high oil/coolant temperature
indicator goes off.
If you are able to resume riding, continue to monitor the temperature
indicator frequently.
If there is an oil leak
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If there's a mild coolant leak, you can ride for awhile, carefully
watching the indicator. Be prepared to stop and add more coolant or
water. If the leak is bad, transport your ATV to a Honda dealer (page
216 ).
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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do not ride the ATV until the leak is repaired by
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