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HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive
CE Mark Diesel Vehicle
Owner's Manual
[Refer to back cover for applicable build code range]

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  • Page 1 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual [Refer to back cover for applicable build code range]...
  • Page 3 No other warranties, express or implied, are contained herein. 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.
  • Page 4 For the name and address of the authorized Husqvarna dealer or distributor nearest you, logon to our web site at www.husqvarna.com. We hope you will consider this owner’s manual a permanent part of your Husqvarna vehicle. If you sell the vehicle, please include the manual so that the next owner will have the important operating, safety, and maintenance information it contains.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Battery ... 44 Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting) ... 46 Cleaning the Vehicle ... 47 Accessories... 48 Vehicle Specifications ... 49 EC Declaration of Conformity ... 51 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 3...

  • Page 6: Safety Decal And Feature Identification

    Decal, Ground Warning (on vehicle frame, near 102459101 battery) Page 4 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Decal, Diesel Fuel Warning (on frame, near fuel 102459201 tank) Decal, Bed Latch Warning (on vehicle body, below...
  • Page 7 Decal, Rotating Parts Warning (on frame) 102459401 Decal, Young Driver Warning (on ROPS) 102884401 Decal, Rollover Warning (on instrument panel) HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Safety Decal and Feature Identification 102961201 Decal, ROPS Warning (on ROPS) 103202601...
  • Page 8 Decal, Rotating Parts Warning (on vehicle body, 102460201 under seat) Decal, CE Mark Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX HD (on 103687601 front fender) Page 6 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Decal, CE Mark Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX (on 103687501 front fender)

  • Page 9: Practice Safety

    CAUTION statements and procedures it contains, along with the safety decals that are affixed to your vehicle. Take time to understand the language of safety. It is a language that can save your life. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 7...

  • Page 10: Safety Details

    • The vehicle will not provide protection from lightning, flying objects, or other storm-related hazards. If caught in a storm while driving a Husqvarna vehicle, exit the vehicle and seek shelter in accordance with applicable safety guidelines for your location.
  • Page 11 Turn the key switch OFF and remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse control in the NEUTRAL position. In addition, chock the wheels if servicing or repairing the vehicle. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual General Warnings Page 9...
  • Page 12 Responsibility for environmental protection must be shared, not only by the manufacturers of the batteries, but by people who use the batteries as well. Please contact your nearest Husqvarna dealer or distributor for information on how to properly recycle your batteries. Page 10 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 13: General Information

    GENERAL INFORMATION This manual includes operating procedures, maintenance, and regular servicing information for all diesel Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX vehicles. All operating procedures, maintenance, and regular servicing are identical unless otherwise noted. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual 3.

  • Page 14: Model Identification

    • To avoid unintentionally starting or rolling 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 when leaving the vehicle. Page 12 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 15 ON position. The engine will idle in neutral. The engine will continue to idle until the key is turned to the OFF position. See previous WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Figure 7 Instrument Panel –...
  • Page 16 NEUTRAL (middle) position. The engine must be at idle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle. See preceding WARNING and CAUTION. Husqvarna vehicles operate at a reduced speed in reverse. The reverse buzzer will sound as a warning when the Forward/Reverse handle is in the REVERSE position.
  • Page 17 If the oil level is correct and the warning light remains lit, have a trained technician check the vehicle. See following CAUTION. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 15...

  • Page 18: Roll-Over Protective Structure And Seat Belts

    • Allow the engine to cool before servicing the engine coolant system. Engine coolant can cause severe burns. ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURE AND SEAT BELTS The Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX vehicles are equipped with a Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belts for each occupant. See following WARNING. Page 16...
  • Page 19 WARNING • The ROPS must be properly installed before operating the vehicle. Husqvarna strongly urges that the vehicle’s occupants be properly restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Pregnant woman: Consult your doctor for specific recommendations. The seat belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist.

  • Page 20: Seat Latch And Adjustment

    Do not allow a passenger to hold a child in his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. • The Husqvarna vehicle is not designed to meet child seat compatibility requirements. Children requiring a child safety seat must not ride on the vehicle. Comply with state and local laws pertaining to child safety.

  • Page 21: Pre-Operation And Daily Safety Checklist

    Use the following list, in addition to the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist, as a guide to inspect the vehicle daily for proper operation. Any problems should be corrected by a Husqvarna dealer/distributor or a trained technician.

  • Page 22: Driving Instructions

    FORWARD position, the vehicle should accelerate smoothly to full speed as the accelerator pedal is pressed. When the pedal is released it should return to the original position, and the engine should idle. Husqvarna vehicles operate at reduced speed in reverse.
  • Page 23 10-15 seconds, turn the key to the OFF position and repeat the procedure. Once the engine starts, release the key and it will return to the ON position. The engine will idle in neutral. Release the park brake. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Driving Instructions Page 21...
  • Page 24 MUD TIRES Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX All-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles are equipped with mud tires and intended only for off-road operation; they are not designed for use on paved surfaces such as asphalt and concrete. Frequent driving on paved surfaces will significantly decrease the life of the mud tires.
  • Page 25 Never install tires of different diameters on the vehicle. Husqvarna tires are made specifically for the AWD vehicle; therefore, Husqvarna recommends that only tires purchased from Husqvarna be used on your AWD vehicle.

  • Page 26: Bed Latch And Prop Rod

    Failure to heed this warning could result in severe personal injury or death. NOTE: Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX vehicles are equipped with an automatically engaging prop rod (Figure 11), unless equipped with the electric bed lift accessory.

  • Page 27: Loading And Unloading Cargo

    Center and secure cargo as far forward as possible in the cargo bed. Do not overload the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Capacities on page 26 for vehicle capacities. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Loading and Unloading Cargo...

  • Page 28: Vehicle Load Capacities

    A + B + C + Vehicle Weight: Maximum gross vehicle weight Figure 12 Page 26 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX Diesel - CE MARK Vehicle 400 lb. (181 kg) 800 lb.

  • Page 29: Towing With The Vehicle

    • For use on public roads, the trailer must meet all federal, state, and local requirements such as taillights, brake lights, etc. • Never tow a Husqvarna vehicle behind a passenger vehicle or truck on a public road unless it is on an approved trailer.

  • Page 30: Storage

    4.2. Disconnect the fuel vent line from the fuel tank vent nipple (Figure 26). 4.3. Plug the fuel tank vent nipple so that it is air tight. Husqvarna recommends using a slip-on vinyl cap. Change engine oil. See Engine Oil and Filter Change on page 36.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    Any vehicle not functioning correctly should not be used until it is properly repaired. This will prevent further damage to the vehicle and help prevent injury to occupants resulting from unsafe conditions. Contact your local Husqvarna dealer/distributor for repairs and semiannual and annual periodic service. WARNING •...

  • Page 32: Periodic Service Schedule

    Periodic Service and Lubrication Schedule. Both the Periodic Service Schedule and the Periodic Lubrication Schedule must be followed to keep vehicle in optimum operating condition. Page 30 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 33 Monthly service by owner or trained technician Semiannual service by trained technician only (or every 50 hours of operation, whichever comes first) HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual SERVICE Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist Performance Inspection Engine...
  • Page 34 • If any problems are found during scheduled inspection or service, do not operate vehicle until repairs are made. Failure to make necessary repairs could result in fire, property damage, severe personal injury, or death. Page 32 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual SERVICE Engine Radiator...

  • Page 35: Periodic Lubrication Schedule

    Change rear differential lubricant additional change every 300 hours of operation or annually, Change transmission lubricant whichever comes first HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual LUBRICATION POINTS Figure 13 Lubrication Points – Diesel Vehicles Periodic Lubrication Schedule RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT Diesel vehicles: 3 qt.

  • Page 36: Brake Fluid Reservoir

    • Use only DOT 5 (silicone) brake fluid. Use of any other type brake fluid is not recommended. Page 34 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual 1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level...

  • Page 37: Engine Oil

    1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level Figure 16 Engine Oil Level Check – Diesel Vehicles With Passenger-side Dipstick HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Engine Oil Page 35...
  • Page 38 Remove the engine oil filter. Turn it counterclockwise and drain the residual oil in the filter port and filter into the oil drain pan. See following NOTE. Page 36 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 39 NOTE: Wait five minutes after turning off the engine before removing the dipstick. Remove the dipstick and check the engine oil as a final step. Replace the dipstick. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Figure 19 Coat Rubber Seal...
  • Page 40 Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40) will increase oil consumption. If multi-grade oil is used, check the oil level more frequently. Figure 21 Oil Viscosity Chart – Diesel Vehicles Page 38 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Gearcase Lubrication

    See Periodic Lubrication Schedule on page 33. Apply Loctite 567 to the threads of the fill plug and tighten to 21 ft-lb (28 N·m). HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 39...

  • Page 42: Engine Coolant - Diesel Vehicles

    FULL mark. If a leak is detected, have it checked by a trained technician. See following WARNING. WARNING • Hot! Coolant reserve tank is pressurized. Do not remove cap when engine is hot. Page 40 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Air Intake System

    Push the new air filter cartridge onto the nozzle inside the canister. Place the canister cap, marked TOP, on the top center of the canister. Secure the canister cap with both tab locks. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Air Intake System Page 41...

  • Page 44: Fueling Instructions

    Biodiesel is an excellent medium for microbial growth and contamination. Microbial contamination can cause corrosion of the fuel system and prematurely plugged fuel filters. See following NOTE. Page 42 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 Close the valve by rotating it counterclockwise until the valve is firmly sealed. To resupply the filter with fuel, turn the key switch to the ON position for 10 seconds. See following NOTE. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Fueling Instructions...

  • Page 46: Battery

    Call a physician immediately. – Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Call a physician immediately. • Tools, wires, and metal objects can cause sparks when shorted across a battery. Page 44 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 47 • Do not jump start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting cables to the battery. Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging. The battery in a Husqvarna vehicle is a 12-volt, low-maintenance battery that requires infrequent checks (Figure 28). Electrolyte level should be checked semiannually.

  • Page 48: Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting)

    (2). Then remove the cables from the booster battery. See following CAUTION. CAUTION • The alternator can be damaged if the following actions occur: – Engine is operated with battery cables disconnected. – Booster cables are connected wrong. Page 46 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 49: Cleaning The Vehicle

    For imbedded dirt, a soft bristle brush may be used. For heavy soiling, difficult stains, or scratches, blemishes, or other body damage, see the appropriate maintenance and service manual. See following NOTE. NOTE: Dispose of waste water properly. HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Page 47...

  • Page 50: Accessories

    The winch kit available from Husqvarna includes a remote operation switch, which enables the operator to move away from the vehicle and cable. See following WARNING and CAUTION.

  • Page 51: Vehicle Specifications

    *Overall height (with ROPS): with mud tires with all-terrain tires Wheelbase Ground clearance: under differential HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual Vehicle Specifications HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX CE MARK VEHICLE Diesel • •...
  • Page 52 Transmission: Mobil 424, Exxon Hydraul 560, or Esso Hydraul 56 lubricant Engine coolant: mixture of 55% propylene glycol and 45% water Brake fluid: DOT 5 (silicone) brake fluid Page 50 HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX CE MARK VEHICLE 48.8 in.
  • Page 56 BC55284 Publication Part Number 103472545 Edition Code 0409F0110E This manual is valid for vehicles built during the 2009 model year. It is also valid for vehicles with build codes between 54699 and the one indicated at the top of this page.

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