23 Maintenance Procedures
23 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
23.1 Maintenance Tips and Precautions
Observe the following tips and precautions when performing main-
tenance on the ROXOR.
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Always wear eye protection and gloves.
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Stay clear of rotating parts when engine is running.
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Stay clear of hot parts, before during and after maintenance.
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Avoid repeated contact with fluids.
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Do not allow fuel, coolant and other fluids to spill over electrical
and hot parts.
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Before removing parts for maintenance, it is best to clean the
outer surface of the parts being replaced.
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Care must be taken when handling the air intake system com-
ponents. Never lift by using their hoses or pipes.
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Ensure that hoses and lines are oriented in their correct position
before tightening the clamps.
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Hoses and lines must not be subjected to any twists or stress.
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Ensure that all clips and supports are replaced.
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Never run the engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust contains car-
bon monoxide which can cause loss of consciousness or death
in a very short time.
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Check to make sure the engine is off and parking brake set
before jacking up the vehicle.
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Never go under the vehicle while it is inclined without proper bra-
cing (approved jack stands).
23.2 Aim Headlamps
Not included in regular maintenance.
Maintenance Interval – As required
23.3 Clean Spark Arrester
Do not perform service on the spark arrester while the system is hot.
Exhaust systems can reach extreme temperatures. Allow com-
ponents to cool sufficiently before proceeding. Remove any com-
bustible materials from around the spark arrester.
Maintenance Interval – Clean every 300 hours, 36 months, 9,000
miles (15,000 Km)
1. Place the transmission in Neutral and set the Parking Brake.
2. Remove the spark arrester clean-out plug located on the bottom
of the muffler. (see
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3. Start the engine.
4. Press and hold the brake pedal, then momentarily rev the engine
several times to increase engine RPM. This will help purge accu-
mulated carbon from the system.
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