ATV - Checkliste Steering system Turn the handlebars completely to the right/left – there must be no resistance. All parts of the steering system must be properly fi xed. No play is allowed and steering has to move freely. Fuel Check the fuel level in the tank and the fuel pipes. Make sure that the fi ller cap is closed. Gear linkage Make sure that you can shift into all gears without problems. Follow these steps to start up the engine: Lights Inspect all lights (full beam and low beam light). Brakes Check the brake fl uid level. Activa- te the service brake several times. Check levers for tightness and ma- noeuvrability. Test the parking bra- ke:
The wheels must lock when the parking brake is engaged. Check the brake linings for signs of wear. 1. Inspect the vehicle following the check list 2. Test the hydraulic brake sys- tem by pushing the pedal several times. 3. Engage the parking brake. Engine oil Check the oil level with the oil level stick (400/500) and, if necessary, fi ll some engine oil into the crank- case. Transmission oil Check the oil level in the front diffe- rential (model 4x4) as well as in the rear differential (model 400/500). !! WARNING !! Never start the vehicle if the brake systems don’t work properly (if the brake lever is loose, if there’s not enough brake liquid or the parking brake does not lock the wheels).
Your personal safety depends on the functionality of the brake sys- tems. The parking brake may get loose, if it is activated for a longer period of time. Thus, block the Tire pressure Make sure that each tire has the right pressure. Check the state of the tires: tread (at least 1,6 mm for road tires/ at least 3mm for off-road tires). Throttle Push the throttle control several times and check if it returns easily and rapidly into its original position (there should be some play). Page 16