Arctic Cat TRV 2015 Operator's Manual page 29

Prevention
A. Brakes
Squeeze your hand brake lever. If it feels
soft or "squishy," it could be low on fluid
or have a leak — refer to the General Main-
tenance section of this Operator's Manual
for instructions. Don't use the ATV until
the brakes are operating normally.
Check:
1. Hand brake lever
2. Rear foot brake
3. Brake lever lock
Test the brake lever lock and see if it locks
the hand brake lever into position; then
disengage it to release the brake. Be sure
the rear foot brake near the footrest is
working; your brakes could fail during a
ride if they're not maintained.
B. Throttle
The throttle should have a free, smooth
range of motion. If it seems to "stick" at
any point, refer to the General Mainte-
nance section of this Operator's Manual
for instructions. Driving your ATV with a
sticking throttle can turn your leisurely
ride into an unwelcome accident. Don't
drive your ATV if the throttle sticks.
Check:
1. Free, smooth range of motion
3. LIGHTS AND
ELECTRICAL
Turn the hi-beam and lo-beam on and off
to make sure they work. At the same
time, verify the taillight and brakelight
work. Also, check the status/warning
indicators (reverse, neutral, and HI-LO
beam) on the LCD when you start the
ATV. Don't drive the ATV unless all sys-
tems are working. Check the ignition
switch and engine stop switch.
Check:
1. Hi-beam
2. Lo-beam
3. Taillight/brakelight
4. Status/warning indicators
5. Ignition switch
6. Engine stop switch
! WARNING
4. OIL AND FUEL
Start with a full tank of gas before every
ride, and while you're at it, top off the oil.
Don't forget to check for fluid leaks around
the ATV. Watch the overheat lamp to
ensure the engine coolant level is adequate.
Check:
1. Gas
2. Oil
3. Fluid leaks
5. CHASSIS AND
DRIVE TRAIN
Grass and leaves can gum-up your sus-
pension and shocks. Clear and clean the
suspension arms, shock springs, and
fenders. Check smoothness by turning
the handlebar full-left and full-right. Ver-
ify there is no binding, restrictions, free-
play, or looseness in steering compo-
nents.
Check:
1. Suspension arms
2. Shock springs
3. Fenders
4. Steering
6. MISCELLANEOUS
ITEMS
Inspect your air filter. Look for debris or
damage that may indicate you need to
replace it. A clogged filter can stop an
engine. Check your battery terminals for
corrosion. Also, be sure to tighten any
loose parts, nuts, or bolts.
Check:
1. Air filter
2. Battery
3. Tighten parts, nuts, and bolts
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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