Preparation For Storage - Tracker Off-Road 800SX Service Manual

When using ethanol-blended gasoline, it is not necessary
to add a gasoline antifreeze since ethanol will prevent the
accumulation of moisture in the fuel system.
CAUTION
Do not use white gas. Only approved gasoline additives
should be used.
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OIL
CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. Also, not
recommended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and
castor-based oils.
The recommended oil to use is ACX All Weather syn-
thetic engine oil, which has been specifically formulated
for use in this engine. Although All Weather synthetic
engine oil is the only oil recommended for use in this
engine, use of any API-certified 0W-40 oil is acceptable.
OILCHARTJ
RECOMMENDED FRONT
DIFFERENTIAL LUBRICANT
The recommended lubricant is SAE-approved 80W-90
hypoid. This lubricant meets all of the lubrication
requirements of the vehicle's front differential.
CAUTION
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended lubri-
cant could cause serious front differential/rear drive
damage.
RECOMMENDED TRANSAXLE
LUBRICANT
The recommended lubricant is transaxle fluid with EP.
This lubricant meets all of the lubrication requirements of
this vehicle's transaxle.

Preparation for Storage

The manufacturer recommends the following procedure
to prepare the vehicle for storage. An authorized dealer
should perform this service; however, the owner/operator
may perform this service if desired.
CAUTION
Prior to storing this vehicle, it must be properly ser-
viced to prevent rusting and component deterioration.
1. Clean the vehicle thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire vehi-
cle. Allow the vehicle to dry thoroughly. DO NOT
get water into any part of the engine or air intake.
2. Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel stabilizer to the
gas in the gas tank.
3. Clean the interior of the air filter housing.
4. Plug the hole in the exhaust system with steel wool.
5. Apply light oil to the upper steering shaft bushing
and plungers of the shock absorbers.
6. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws. Make
sure rivets holding components together are tight.
Replace all loose rivets. Care must be taken that all
calibrated nuts, cap screws, and bolts are tightened to
specifications.
7. Fill the cooling system to the recommended level
with properly mixed coolant.
8. Disconnect the battery cables (negative cable first);
then remove the battery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
NOTE: For storage, use a battery maintainer or
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make sure the battery is fully charged (see Battery
section in this manual).
9. Store the vehicle indoors in a level position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid using
a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the vehicle
causing rusting.
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