Fuel Line; Throttle Operation - Honda 2005 FOURTRAX FOREMAN TRX500 TM Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
FUEL LINE
Remove the seat (page 3-4).
Remove the two trim clips and turn over the rubber
seal.
Check the fuel hose for deterioration, damage or
leakage.
Replace the fuel hose if necessary.
THROTTLE OPERATION
Check for any deterioration or damage to the throt-
tle cable. Check the throttle lever for smooth opera-
tion. Check that the throttle opens and automatically
closes in all steering positions.
If the throttle lever does not return properly, lubri-
cate the throttle cable and overhaul and lubricate
the throttle housing.
If the throttle lever still does not return properly,
replace the throttle cable.
With the engine idling, turn the handlebar all the
way to the right and left to ensure that the idle
speed does not change. If idle speed increases,
check the throttle lever free play and the throttle
cable connection.
Measure the throttle lever free play at the tip of the
throttle lever.
THROTTLE LEVER FREE PLAY:
3 - 8 mm (1/8-5/16 mm)
4-5