Starting The Engine - Honda ACTIVA 4G 2017 Owner's Manual

Improperly maintaining this vehicle or
failing to correct a problem before riding
can cause a crash in which you can be
seriously hurt or killed.
Always perform a pre-ride inspection
before every ride and correct all problems.
1. Engine oil level - add engine oil if required
(page 15). Check for leaks.
2. Fuel level - fill fuel tank, when necessary
(page 13). Check for leaks.
3. Front and rear brakes - check operation
and if necessary,
(pages 11-13).
4. Tyres – check condition and pressure
(pages 16–18).
5. Throttle – check for smooth opening
and full closing in all steering positions.
6. Lights and horn – check that headlight,
tail/brake light, turn signal indicators
and horn are functioning properly.
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India Pvt. Ltd.
adjust freeplay

STARTING THE ENGINE

This vehicle has an automatic fuel cock.
Engine can be started using:
(1) Electric starter
(2) Kick starter
To protect the catalytic converter in your
vehicle's exhaust system, avoid extending
idling and the use of leaded petrol.
Your vehicle's exhaust contains poisonous
carbon monoxide gas. High levels of carbon
monoxide can collect rapidly in enclosed
areas such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with garage door closed. Even with
the door open run the engine only long
enough to move your vehicle out of the
garage.
Contact with the spinning rear wheel
can hurt.
Set the parking brake when the vehicle
is on its center stand.
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