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SERVICE MANUAL 8x8 MODELS • P - 750 HDi • H - Avenger 750 • S - 700 HD, 700 EU • X - 750 HDi SE • V - Avenger 700, 700 EU Manual No. 673-11 Printed in Canada 2011/06/15...
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Argo Service Manual How to use this manual This manual is divided into general sections which are identified by a 2 letter designation. Find the section Service Guide you want in the guide on this General Information..... page, and then turn to the Table of Engine........
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Argo Vehicle Capacity..............GI-5 Identification and Location of Controls........GI-6, 7 Argo Model Specifications............GI-8 Information Labels..............GI-9 Argo Torque Specifications............GI-10, 11 Maintenance Chart..............GI-12 Trouble Shooting Charts............GI-13, 14 Special Tools................GI-15, 16, 17 & 18 Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com...
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All information contained in this service manual is based on the product specification records of Ontario Drive & Gear Ltd. If the ARGO that you are servicing differs from the specifications contained in this manual, contact Ontario Drive & Gear for information.
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Argo Service Manual General Information Read your owner/operators manual before you operate your ARGO. It contains safe operating instructions and warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury. Warnings are identified in the text by the following symbol: Warning text warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury or death.
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Part Number 673-04CD --- Service Manual for Models from 1992 - 2002 A MESSAGE FROM THE PEOPLE WHO BUILD THE ARGO Ontario Drive & Gear Limited has been building ARGO vehicles since 1967. By listening carefully to our customers and responding to their needs, we have been constantly improving the ARGO and will continue to do so.
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(150) (68) Do NOT use an Argo on water Winch Kit (23) (23) when equipped with a snow plow. Do NOT use an Argo 6x6 in water Brush Guard when equipped with a ROPS. The Windshield (15) (15) increased weight of the snow plow...
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General Information Argo Service Manual 1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS (Mechanical Guages) 1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS (Digital Guage Pkg.) Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com GI-6 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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Argo Service Manual General Information 1.6 IDENTIFICATION AND LOCATION OF CONTROLS (Avenger HDi Model) Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com GI-7 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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General Information Argo Service Manual AVENGER Model Specifications AVENGER (V) AVENGER (H) Engine: Kohler 685 cc (25 h.p.) or Kohler 690cc (26 Engine: Kohler 685 cc (25 h.p.) or Kohler 690cc (26 h.p) h.p) V-twin 4 cycle, liquid cooled V-twin 4 cycle, liquid cooled...
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Information about the use of the holding brake system, the use of the vehicle in water, correct fueling procedures and placement of the floorpans has been provided on distinctive coloured labels fastened to the various locations on the Argo. Figure 1-1 Location of Information Labels - All Models Ontario Drive &...
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General Information Argo Service Manual ARGO Torque Specifications Transmission Side Cover Bolts ............216 IN. LBS. 24.3 Nm Differential Bolts ............35 FT. LBS. 47.5 Nm Shifter Plate Bolts (Avenger) ........75 IN. LBS. 8.5 Nm Intake & Exhaust Kohler Exhaust Man. to Engine (Avenger) ....204 IN. LBS.
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Argo Service Manual General Information Argo Torque Specifications Parking Brake/Band Brake Mounting Bolts (HDi)..22FT.LBS. 30.0Nm Service Brake Caliper Bolts (HDi)........25 FT.LBS. 20.3Nm Brake Disc to Output Shaft..........30FT.LBS. 40.7Nm Brake Sprocket to Disc (Avenger earlier models)...15 FT. LBS 20.3Nm Master Cylinder Lid Screws...........Snug By Hand Upper Handle Bar Clamp Bolts ........12 Ft.
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The intervals shown on the schedule are based on average operating conditions. Vehicles which are subjected to severe use and wet or dusty conditions will require more frequent servicing. Use only Argo replacement parts to ensure safe operation of the vehicle and to comply with the warranty coverage.
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1. See “Vehicle pulls to right” - substitute right with left HDi - Vehicle does not shift into 1. Hi/Low shift cable adjustment 1. Take the vehicle to an Argo dealer Hi from Low or Low from Hi for servicing Handbrake failure - Avenger 1.
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MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Take vehicle to an Argo dealer for is operated service. 2. Driver or driven clutch or engine 2. Same as above. defective 3. Axle bent 3.
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Argo Service Manual General Information 7R VICE GRIP MODIFICATION A pair of modified 7R Vice Grips is required to hold the ends of the drive chain together while inserting the connecting link. This tool can also be used to hold the ends of the idler chain together while inserting the connecting link.
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General Information Argo Service Manual Leak down tester- Briggs & Stratton Part No. 19545 (can be used for all small engines) Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com GI-16 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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Argo Service Manual General Information Driven Clutch Assembly/Disassembly Tool Part No. 5055-0002 Available from..Extension Spacer Required for Invance Driven Clutch Dis- assembly/Reassembly. Used in conjuntion with 5055-0002 Clutch Tool. Make according to dimensions. Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com GI-17 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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General Information Argo Service Manual Part No. 24 761 01 Cooling System Pressure Tester Kit - ST 270 12270 Available at your local automotive parts store Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.argoutv.com GI-18 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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