Power Steering Reservoir; Muffler And Exhaust; Engine Overheat Procedure - Cushman Turf Truckster
84043 Parts & Maintenance Manual

6.4

POWER STEERING RESERVOIR _____________________________________________

!
WARNING
Before servicing or doing any maintenance work around
the engine area, make sure the engine has had time to
cool. Serious burns can result if the engine or
surrounding surfaces are hot.
The power steering reservoir is located on the right side
of the engine, below the alternator.
The level in the reservoir should be checked after the first
35 and 70 hours. After that level should be checked
every 100 hours.
6.5

MUFFLER AND EXHAUST___________________________________________________

!
WARNING
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide that is toxic and
can be fatal when inhaled.
NEVER operate an engine without proper ventilation.
6.6

ENGINE OVERHEAT PROCEDURE ___________________________________________

During vehicle operation, if the water temperature gauge
shows 230° F (110° C) or above, and/or the overheat
warning buzzer sounds, follow this procedure.
1. Stop the vehicle. DO NOT shut the engine off.
Place vehicle in neutral and engage the parking
brake.
2. Immediately disengage any accessories that are
operating.
3. Slow the engine speed to a fast idle.
4. Remove any dirt, chaff, debris, etc. from the radiator
intake screen located on the right side of the
vehicle.
!
CAUTION
Be careful when opening the engine access cover or
cleaning the intake screen. Metal surfaces near the
radiator and engine may be hot to the touch. Use a
brush or gloves to clean screen.
MAINTENANCE
When checking the fluid level before the engine has been
warmed up, the level should be at the COLD mark on the
dipstick. After the engine has been warmed up and the
fluid is warm, the level should be between the COLD and
HOT marks. Use General Motors Power Steering Fluid
as required to bring fluid up to proper level.
Power Steering Dipstick
To protect from carbon monoxide poisoning, inspect the
complete exhaust system regularly and always replace a
defective muffler.
If you notice a change in the color or sound of the
exhaust, stop the engine immediately. Identify the
problem and have the system repaired.
Torque all exhaust manifold hardware evenly. Tighten or
replace exhaust clamps.
Temperature gauge needle should start to go down
approximately 30 seconds after the screen is cleaned. If
temperature does not go down, STOP the engine and
check the following.
1. Check to see if cooling fan is operating. Fan should
be turning with coolant above 180° F, even with
ignition switch in OFF position.
2. Check engine oil level.
3. Check for a leak in the cooling system. Do not open
radiator when hot. Check coolant levels after system
completely cools.
Failure to heed the overheat warning and properly
maintain the cooling system will cause permanent engine
damage.
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Figure 6C
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