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PREPARATION FOR
WINTER RIDING
Use of some engine oils in cold
weather may make the engine hard to
start. It may also cause clutch drag
and stiff transmission operation.
Select the right oil for cold weather
according to the chart in the FUEL,
OIL AND ENGINE COOLANT REC-
OMMENDATION section.
ENGINE OIL CHANGE
Use of improper viscosity engine oil
can result in hard engine starting at
the cold temperature. Clutch dragging
and hard transmission shift can also
result in. Follow the FUEL, OIL AND
ENGINE COOLANT RECOMMEN-
DATION section to select proper
engine oil viscosity.
Dirt and dust in the oil will affect
engine performance, especially when
the weather is cold. Change the
engine oil before using your ATV in
cold weather (below freezing) even if
the oil that is in the engine is the right
type for colder temperature.
SPARK PLUG CHANGE
Cold temperature, especially below
–20°C (–4°F), can result in hard
engine starting. Replace the spark
plug with Iridium type spark plug
such as NGK CR6EIA-9 when the
temperature is cold and engine is
hard to start.
BATTERY CHECK
Battery will loose power at the cold
temperature, below –20°C (–4°F).
Recharge the battery before starting
the engine or replace with battery with
a new one. Ask Suzuki dealer or a
qualified mechanic to inspect battery
condition before winter season
becomes.
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