Preparation For Storage - Tracker Off-Road 300 Operator's Manual

Preparation for Storage

CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be
properly serviced to prevent rusting
and component deterioration.
Use the following procedure to prepare
the ATV for storage:
1. Clean the seat cushion (cover and
base) with a damp cloth and allow to
dry.
2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by wash-
ing dirt, oil, grass, and other foreign
matter from the entire ATV. Allow
the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO
NOT get water into any part of the
engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a
fuel stabilizer to the gas in the gas
tank.
4. Clean the interior of the air filter
housing.
5. Drain the carburetor float bowl and
turn off the fuel valve (located on
the right side of the gas tank).
6. Plug the hole in the exhaust system
with a clean cloth.
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7. Apply light oil to the upper steering
post bushing, plungers of the shock
absorbers, and drive chain.
8. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws,
and screws. Make sure rivets hold-
ing components together are tight.
Replace all loose rivets. Care must
be taken that all calibrated nuts, cap
screws, and bolts are tightened to
specifications.
9. Fill the cooling system with properly
mixed coolant.
10. Disconnect the battery cables (nega-
tive cable first); then remove the bat-
tery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
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NOTE: For storage, use a battery
maintainer or make sure the battery
is fully charged (see Battery section
in this manual).
11. Store the ATV indoors in a level
position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sun-
light and avoid using a plastic cover
as moisture will collect on the ATV
causing rusting.