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! CAUTION
After operating the ATV for the initial 5-10 minutes,
stop the engine, allow the engine to cool down, and
check the coolant level. Add coolant as necessary.

Drive Chain

INSPECTING
To properly check the drive chain for defects, support
the ATV with a jack or suitable block under the swing
arm allowing the rear wheels to turn freely. With the
transmission in neutral, slowly rotate the wheels and
inspect the drive chain for the following items:
1. Loose Pins
2. Damaged Rollers
3. Dry or Rusted Links
4. Kinked or Binding Links
5. Excessive Wear
6. Improper Adjustment
7. Missing O-Ring Seals
MEASURING
1. Loosen the four cap screws on top of the swing
arm; then turn the adjuster nut clockwise until all
slack is out of the chain.

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2. Count out 21 pins on the chain and measure the
distance between the two points. If this distance
exceeds the service limit of 31.94 cm (12.57 in.),
the chain must be replaced.
ADJUSTING
To adjust the drive chain, use the following procedure.
1. Loosen the four cap screws on the top of the swing
arm; then turn the adjuster nut until the chain has
30-40 mm (1.2-1.6 in.) slack midway between the
chain buffer and the rear sprocket.
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