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Starting & Stopping the Engine
Always follow the proper starting procedure
described below.
Your CRF can be started with the transmission in
gear by pulling in the clutch lever before operating
the start button.
Fast Idle Knob
The fast idle knob has two functions:
• When pulled out, the fast idle knob assists in
first-time start-up for cold weather starting.
• When pushed in, it acts like an idle adjustment
screw. Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment on
page 76.
Preparation
Make sure that the transmission is in neutral.
Starting Procedure
Always follow the proper starting procedure
described as follows.
Check the engine oil and coolant levels before
starting the engine (pages 67, 69).
Cold Engine Starting
1. Shift the transmission into neutral.
2. If the temperature is 10°C (50°F) or below,
pull the fast idle knob (1) fully up.
(1)
(1) fast idle knob
Starting & Stopping the Engine
3. With the throttle closed.
Pull the clutch lever all the way in, and depress
the start button (2).
(2) start button
4. About a minute after the engine starts, push the
fast idle knob back all the way to fully OFF.
If idling is unstable, open the throttle slightly.
Basic Operating Instructions
(2)
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