Honda 2003 TRX250TE Fourtrax Recon ES Manuals

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Honda 2003 TRX250TE Fourtrax Recon ES Owner's Manual (231 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 6.04 MB

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3
Introduction
4
Safety
6
Contents
8
ATV Safety
10
Important Safety Information
11
Safety Labels
14
Indicators and Controls
18
Indicators and Controls Contents
19
Component Locations
20
Indicators
23
Reverse and Neutral Indicator Lamps
23
Gear Position Indicator
24
Center of Handlebar
24
Controls and Features
25
Fuel Valve
25
Left Side
25
Reserve Fuel
25
Choke Knob
26
Left Handlebar
26
Ignition Switch
27
Start Button
28
Engine Stop Switch
28
Headlight Switch
29
Hedalight Dimmer Switch
29
Recoil Starter
30
Throttle Lever
31
Right Handlebar
31
Gear Shift Switch
32
Reverse Selector Knob
32
Front Brake Lever
33
Rear Brake Lever
33
Rear Brake Pedal
33
Parking Brake
33
Flag Pole Bracket
34
Before Riding Contents
35
Are You Ready to Ride?
36
Protective Apparel
36
Helmets and Eye Protection
36
Additional Riding Gear
37
Rider Training
38
Age Recommendation
39
No Passengers
39
No Alcohol or Drugs
40
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
41
Pre-Ride Inspection
41
Load Limits and Guidelines
44
Loading
44
Accessories and Modifications
47
Basic Operation and Riding
49
Safe Riding Precautions
51
Off-Road Use Only
51
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls
52
Control Speed
53
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
54
Do Not Perform Stunts
55
Starting and Stopping the Engine
56
Preparation
56
Starting Procedure
57
High Air Temperature
58
Low Air Temperature
59
Flooded Engine
60
How to Stop the Engine
60
Normal Engine Stop
60
Emergency Engine Stop
60
Using the Recoil Starter
61
Shifting Gears
62
Upshifting Sequence
62
Downshifting Sequence
62
Recommended Shift Points
64
If the Shift Switches Do Not Function
65
When the Engine Is Running
65
When the Engine Is Stopped
65
When the Battery Is Dead
65
Emergency Gear Selection and Operation
66
How to Shift Gears Manually
67
If the Battery Is Dead
68
Riding in Reverse
69
Braking
71
Riding Your ATV
73
Making Turns
73
Skidding or Sliding
75
Riding up Hills
76
Stalling the ATV And/Or Rolling Backwards
78
Riding down Hills
80
Crossing or Turning on Hills or Slopes
81
Riding over Obstacles
83
Riding through Water
84
Parking
85
Servicing Your Honda
86
The Importance of Maintenance
88
Maintenance Safety
89
Important Safety Precautions
90
Maintenance Schedule
91
Tool Kit
99
Seat Removal
101
Fuel Recommendation
102
Fuel Capacity
103
Refueling Procedure
103
Engine Oil
105
Oil Recommendation
106
JASO T 903 Standard
107
Checking and Adding Oil
108
Changing Engine Oil
109
Drain the Engine Oil
109
Under Engine
109
Add Engine Oil
110
Gear Case Oil
111
Changing Oil
111
Air Cleaner
113
Cleaning
114
Under Seat
114
Dust Cover
116
Air Cleaner Housing Drain Tube
117
Throttle Freeplay
118
Throttle Inspection
119
Carburetor Choke Cable and Knob
120
Clutch System
121
Clutch Adjustment
121
Reverse Lock System Adjustment
122
Other Checks
122
Engine Idle Speed
123
Idle Speed Adjustment
123
Spark Plug Recommendation
124
Spark Plug Replacement and Inspection
124
Valve Inspection
127
Brakes
128
Brake Fluid Recommendation
128
Fluid Level Inspection
129
Front Brake Lever Freeplay and Shoe Lining Clearance
131
To Adjust the Brake Lining Clearance
133
Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay
135
Rear Brake Lever Freeplay
137
Other Inspection
138
Brake Shoe Wear
139
Draining Water from Brakes
140
Tires
141
Air Pressure
142
Inspection
144
Tread Wear
145
Tire Repair
146
Tire Replacement
147
Engine Guard and Skid Plates
148
Spark Arrester
149
Battery
150
Battery Storage
151
Battery Charging
154
Appearance Care
155
General Recommendations
155
Washing Your ATV with a Mild Detergent
156
Spray Cleaning Your ATV
157
Finishing Touches
158
Tips Contents
159
Preparing for a Ride
160
What to Take to the Riding Area
160
What to Take on the Trail
161
Transporting Your Honda
162
Storing Your Honda
164
Preparation for Storage
165
Removal from Storage
167
You and the Environment
168
Taking Care of the Unexpected
169
General Guidelines
170
If Engine Quits or Won't Start
172
If You Have a Flat Tire
175
Emergency Wheel Removal/Installation
176
If a Fuse Blows
178
Recommended Fuses
178
Main Fuse Access
179
If You Crash
181
If You Lose Your Key
182
If a Component Fails
183
Technical Information Contents
184
Vehicle Identification
185
Serial Numbers
185
Color Label and Code
186
Specifications
187
Break-In Guidelines
191
High Altitude Carburetor Adjustment
192
Emissiom Control System
193
Exhaust Emmission Requirements (USA)
193
Source of Exhaust Emission
194
Exhaust Emission Control System
194
Crankcase Emission Control System
194
Problems that May Affect ATV Exhaust Emissions
194
Noise Emission Control System
195
Oxygenated Fuels
196
Table of Contents
207
Index
213
Quick Reference
226
How to Avoid Costly Repairs
226

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