Section 6 Maintenance
4400EX Heavy Duty Off Road Utility Vehicle 720-132M
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• Long-term exposure to vapors can cause serious injury and
illness.
• Avoid prolonged breathing of vapors.
• Keep face away from nozzle and gas tank opening.
• Keep gas away from eyes and skin.
Filling the Fuel Tank
Refer to Figure 6-4
The fuel tank is located on the left side under the seat
console. Total fuel capacity is 8 gallons.
When filling the fuel tank, place gear shift in 1st or reverse
gear, set park brake, turn off engine and remove ignition
key. Tilt seat console forward to access fuel tank. Clean
dirt from around fuel cap, remove cap and begin filling.
When finished, screw cap back on securely and wipe up
any spilled gasoline. Use regular unleaded gasoline with
an octane rating of 87 or higher.
Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the vehicle can
provide benefits such as:
1.
Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or
less. The fuel tank should be emptied for longer
storage.
2.
Cleans the engine during operation.
3.
Eliminates gum-like varnish build-up in the fuel system.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the
gas. Follow the gas stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer’s
directions for best results.
Emptying the Fuel Tank
!
DANGER
Never siphon a fuel tank by sucking on a hose with your mouth.
Gasoline is a poison. Also fuel vapors and gas are harmful to
your lungs and can permanently damage them. Always use a
siphon pump.
The fuel tank will need emptying when preparing for long
term storage or replacing a damaged one.
1.
Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps
1-6 on page 24.
2.
Follow all Fuel Safety Cautions, Warnings and
Dangers.
3.
Remove fuel cap and siphon fuel through the fuel fill
opening with a siphon pump into an approved gas
container. Make sure the container is capable of
holding all the gas. Do not dump fuel on the ground.
IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline
containing methanol and/or gasohol containing more
than 10% ethanol. These fuels can damage the
vehicle’s fuel system. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives containing
methanol or ethanol.
Figure 6-4
Fuel Filter and Fuel Line Maintenance
Refer to Figure 6-5
The fuel filter (Land Pride Part No. 831-031C) is installed
in the fuel line between the fuel tank and engine and
should be replaced annually. At the same time check the
fuel line hoses for any cracks or leaks. Inspect and replace
fuel filter and fuel lines as follows:
1.
Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps
1-6 on page 24.
2.
Safely secure the seat console in the raised position.
3.
Following all Fuel Safety Cautions and Warnings,
remove clamps securing the fuel filter and remove fuel
filter for inspection.
4.
Check fuel filter for sediment and water accumulation.
Check fuel lines for cracks and leaks.
5.
Replace damaged fuel lines with new ones.
6.
Replace fuel filter when sediment or water is present.
7.
Reattach fuel filter to fuel line with arrow on the filter
pointing in the same direction fuel flows in the line.
Fuel flows towards the engine.
8.
Install hose clamps around fuel filter.
9.
Start vehicle and inspect for fuel leaks along fuel line
and fuel filter.
10. Shut off vehicle and remove wheel chocks if used.
Figure 6-5
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Fuel Cap and
Fuel Fill Opening
Fuel Gauge
Fuel Filter
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