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Service Manual Models: S, SN, BF, RB, C, CB,V A, B, N & R Part # 673-04-1 Ontario Drive & Gear Limited 05/06 www.odg.com PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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Argo Service Manual How to use this manual This manual is divided into general sections which are identi- Service Guide fied by a 2 letter designation. General Information..... GI Find the section you want in the Engine........EN guide on this page, and then turn Electrical System....
Available Service Instruction............. GI-4 Argo Vehicle Capacity..............GI-5 Model Identification (early models only)........GI- 6, 7 Identification and Location of Controls........GI-8, 9 Argo Model Specifications............GI-10, 11 Information Labels..............GI-12 Argo Torque Specifications............GI-13, 14 Maintenance Chart..............GI-15 Trouble Shooting Charts............GI-16, 17 Flat Rate Schedule (Service)............
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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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8x8 Conquest model powered by the 20 H.P Kawasaki FD620D Liquid cooled engine which was introduced in 1993 & The Avenger Argo model, introduced in January of 2004. Although many parts and service procedures outlined in the 673-04 Service Manual also pertain to Avenger, additional supplement sections have been created in order to cover parts and procedures unique to Avenger (See supplement part number above).
Argo Service Manual General Information 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.
General Information Argo Service Manual Model Identification & Description List of Earlier Models Tecumseh V688-20 Conquest V894-37 V888-20 (Mid 1999) V894-38 V888-21 Briggs& Stratton Twin V888-22 Vanguard V693-22 V688-22 V693-36 V891-22 V694-36 V691-22 V697-51 V892-22 V699-51 V692-22 Magnum V888-23 Vanguard2...
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Argo Service Manual General Information Model Identification & Description (continued) List of Earlier Models Response V899-65 - MU Transmission Response V899-65E - Bearing Extensions, MU Response V899-66 - Skidplate, MU Response V899-67 - Horn & Parking Brake, MU Response V899-68 - 22"...
General Information Argo Service Manual Identfication and Location of Controls Prior to serial # N14708, B14700, R22452 Prior to serial # C22453 & A14743 Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.odg.com GI-8 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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Argo Service Manual General Information From serial # N14708, B14700, R22452 From serial # C22453 & A14743 Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.odg.com GI-9 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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 The label shown below is located behind the seat in the rear compartment of all 6-wheel models.
Argo Service Manual General Information ARGO Torque Specifications Transmission Side Cover Bolts............. 216 IN. LBS. 24.3Nm Differential Bolts.............35 FT. LBS. 47.5Nm Shifter Plate Bolts (Avenger)..........75 IN. LBS 8.5Nm Intake & Exhaust Kawasaki Exhaust Manifold to Engine......204 IN. LBS. 23.2Nm Kawasaki Muffler to Engine........... 204 IN. LBS 23.2Nm...
General Information Argo Service Manual Argo Torque Specifications Brake Disc to Output Shaft..........30FT.LBS 40.7 Nm Brake Sprocket to Disc (Avenger)........15 FT. LBS 20.3Nm Master Cylinder Lid Screws........... Snug By Hand Upper Handle Bar Clamp Bolts (Avenger).....12 Ft. LBS 16.3Nm Steering Shaft Nut............Tighten snug. Back off until lower washer can be turned by hand.
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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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General Information Argo Service Manual MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Electric starter inoperative 1. Loose electrical connections 1. Clean and re-tighten electrical connections 2. Battery charge low or dead 2. Recharge battery or replace as necessary 3. Faulty starter motor 3.
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Argo Service Manual General Information MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION (SYMPTOM) Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Secure engine mounts service. 2. Driver or driven clutch or engine 2. Same as above. defective 3. Axle bent 3.
General Information Argo Service Manual FLAT RATE SCHEDULE ARGO SERVICE Description Maximum TIme (Hours) Number Conq Resp Bigf Van2 Van Aveng Transmission 1000 Transmission Re & Re 1500 Transmission Re & Re & Overhaul 1750 Transmission Shift Lever Re & Re Intake &...
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Argo Service Manual General Information FLAT RATE SCHEDULE ARGO SERVICE Number Description Maximum TIme (Hours) Conq Resp Bigf Van2 Van Aveng 5800 Intake Hose Re & Re none none 5900 Brake Cooling Air Duct Re & Re none none Vehicle Body & Firewall 6000 Firewall Re &...
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General Information Argo Service Manual FLAT RATE SCHEDULE ARGO SERVICE Number Description Maximum TIme (Hours) Conq Resp Bigf Van2 Van Aveng 8500 Seat Frame Assembly Re & Re 8600 Filler Hose Re & Re 8700 Vent Hose Re & Re...
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Argo Service Manual General Information FLAT RATE SCHEDULE ARGO ACCESSORY INSTALLATION Part No. Description No.of Hours 614-06 Cargo Tie-Down Kit 615-42K 6 Wheel Track Set - Assembly - Installation - Removal 615-37K Bigfoot Track Set - Assembly - Installation - Removal...
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General Information Argo Service Manual FLAT RATE SCHEDULE ARGO ACCESSORY INSTALLATION Part No. Description No.of Hours 649-50 Convertible Top ASM - Installation - Removal 650-60 Alternator Kit - Vanguard2 657-00 Snow Plow Kit (Seasonal Availability) 663-10 Full Length Skid Plate - 6x6 663-11K Full Length Skid Plate - 6x6 (V699-51/V699-55) 2.0...
Argo Service Manual General Information ARGO Tool List Ext. Retaining Ring Plyers 4R 1/2" Impact Ext. Retaining Ring Plyers 490R 5/8" Socket Side Cutters Nylon Mallet [large] x2 Channel Lock Plyers Torque Wrench Flat Head Screw Driver(long] Air Gun Star Head Screw Driver [short]...
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General Information Argo Service Manual ARGO Tool List #2 Star Screw Driver [ long ] 10mm Nut Driver 11/32" Nut Driver 8mm Combination Wrench 1/8" Hex Key 6mm Hex Socket [short] 5mm Hex Key 10mm Socket 4mm Hex Key 13mm Combination Wrench & Socket...
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Argo Service Manual General Information ARGO Tool List 3/8" Torque Wrench [small ] 3/8" Palm Impact Wrench 3/8" Torque Wrench [small] 1/4" Nut Driver Retaining Ring Plyers 2R Angled Air Ratchet 3/8" Box End Air Ratchet Wrench 1/4" - 1/2" Tapping Socket #21 Drill Bit 13/64"...
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General Information Argo Service Manual 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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Argo Service Manual General Information Starter Removal Ontario Drive & Gear Limited www.odg.com GI-27 PH.(519)- 662-2840 FAX (519)- 662-2421...
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