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PRE-OPERATION CHECK
• Check tire pressure and condition.
• Check wheels and bearings for wear
and damage.
• Check location of controls and en-
sure they work properly.
• Verify steering operates freely.
• Activate throttle control lever sever-
al times to ensure it operates freely.
It must return to idle position when
released.
• Activate the brake levers and foot
pedal to make sure the brakes fully
apply. Levers and pedal must fully
return when released.
• Ensure transmission lever is work-
ing then reset in PARK position.
• Check operation of ignition and start/
stop switches, headlights, dimmer
switch, taillight, brake light and indi-
cator lights.
• Check fuel, oil and coolant levels.
• Check for oil leaks on the engine/
transmission and drive train compo-
nents.
• Ensure fuel valve is in fully open po-
sition (ON).
• Clean headlights and taillight.
• Ensure front storage cover com-
partment is properly latched.
• Ensure seat is properly latched.
• If you transport cargo, respect load
capacity. Ensure cargo is properly
secured to the racks.
• If you are pulling a trailer or other
equipment, ensure it respects the
tongue capacity and towing capaci-
ty. Ensure trailer is properly secured
to hitch.
• Look and feel for loose parts while
engine is off. Check fasteners.
• Ensure the path of travel is free of
persons and obstacles.
• Drive forward slowly a few feet and
apply all brakes individually to test
them.
Correct any problem you may have
found. See an authorized Bombar-
dier ATV dealer as necessary.
WARNING
The pre-operation check is very
important prior to operating the
vehicle. Always check the proper
operation of critical controls,
safety features and mechanical
components before starting. If not
done as specified here, severe in-
jury or death might occur.
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