Washing Your Atv; Inspection After Cleaning - Suzuki LT-A700X Owner's Manual

WASHING YOUR ATV

With some care, your ATV can be
washed in a similar manner to wash-
ing an automobile.
NOTE: Avoid spraying or allowing
water to flow over the following
places:
• Ignition switch
• Spark plug
• Fuel tank cap
• Throttle valve
• Fuel injection system
• Brake master cylinder
• Snorkel air intake for air filter and
carburetor (The snorkel air intake
opening is located at the highest
point on the ATV, usually in front of
the seat.)
• Radiator fins and cooling fan
Use a garden hose at low pressure to
remove the majority of dirt or other
debris. Hand wash your ATV with mild
soap or detergent and water. Try to
thoroughly remove all dirt and debris
without excessive water pressure,
even at remote areas such as link-
ages or mounting brackets. Cloth
rags, washing mitts or cleaning
brushes can be used. Be careful with
brushes as they may scratch plastic
or painted surfaces. Rinse the ATV
thoroughly with clean water. Dry all
areas using a chamois or soft absor-
bent cloth.
CAUTION
Improper cleaning can damage the
radiator.
Radiator fins can be damaged by
spraying high pressure water on
them.
Do not spray high pressure water
on the radiator fins.

INSPECTION AFTER CLEANING

Remove the rags or wrapping from
the exhaust pipe. Check the drain
tubes on the bottom of the air filter
box and drain any water that has col-
lected in them. For extended lift of
your ATV, lubricate according to
"GENERAL LUBRICATION" section.
WARNING
Operating the ATV with wet brakes
can be hazardous.
Wet brakes may not provide as
much stopping power as dry
brakes. This could lead to an acci-
dent.
Test your brakes after washing the
ATV, while riding at slow speed. If
necessary, apply brakes several
times to let friction dry out the lin-
ings.
Follow the
"INSPECTION
section to check your ATV for any
problems that may have arisen during
your last ride.
9-3
procedures in
BEFORE RIDING"
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