Tune Up Your ATV

ATVs
•	Honda TRX450R ATV
•	Honda TRX400 ATV
•	Honda FourTrax Rincon
•	Honda FourTrax Rancher
•	Honda Foreman Rubicon
•	Honda ATVs for kids
•	Polaris ATVs for kids
•	Polaris Predator For Sale 2005
•	Polaris Sportsman For Sale
•	Polaris Phoenix For Sale
•	Polaris Magnum For Sale
•	Polaris Scrambler 500
•	Polaris Trail Boss 330 & Trail Blazer 250

GROUNDS
•	The Lawn Mower Page
•	Tune up your Lawnmower
•	Lawnmower problems
•	Which Snow Blower For You?
•	Excavators

YOUR HOME
•	An Outdoor Water Fountain
•	Forced Air Heating and Cooling
•	Vegetable Garden
•	Finish Your Basement
•	Home Ventilation
•	Housecleaning Tips
•	Working with a Contractor

•	Home
•	Site Guide
•	Internet Resources

Time to Tune Up Your ATV

The snow has melted and the ground is thawing, and the ol' plantation's going to need some maintenance. But before you hop on your trusty ATV to survey the situation, you'll need to perform some maintenance on the vehicle itself. Note: How often you should perform maintenance varies according to how often the vehicle is used. Vehicles subjected to severe use, such as operation in wet or dusty areas, should be inspected and serviced more frequently. Pay special attention to oil level in the oil tank. A rise in oil level in cold weather can indicate moisture collecting in the oil tank.

This list offers a general overview of ATV vehicle maintenance. Remember to keep your owner's manual handy and consult a master repair manual or your local dealer for further details.

Engine

Change oil and filter (4-Strokes)
Change oil filter and check oil pump cable adjustment (2-Strokes)
Check oil lines and oil tank vent lines for kinks or leaks
Change Counter Balancer oil (400 cc 2-stroke engines)
Inspect Air Filter, Pre-Cleaner and Engine Breather Filter. Replace as necessary.
Inspect Carburetor Air Intake Ducts/Flange for proper sealing/air leaks.
Replace Fuel Filter and inspect fuel cap, lines, fuel valve, fuel pump, and carburetor for cracks, leaks or kinks in lines. Repair or replace as necessary.
Cooling system: Check coolant strength, fill level, and inspect hoses. Repair or replace as needed.
Radiator: Inspect and clean external surface.
Check fasteners and motor mounts. * Refer to service manual or local dealer for torque specs.

Electrical

Replace spark plug. Check ignition timing or have your local dealer check ignition timing.
Battery: Clean terminals, check fluid level, charge battery (see battery maintenance article for more information on battery maintenance).
Lights: Check headlamp, tail lamp, running lamps and brake lamp. Replace or repair as needed.
Check switches (headlamp, brake, AWD, key, etc.) for proper operation. Repair or replace as needed.
Verify brake and throttle controls move freely.

Chassis

General Lubrication: Check front hub fluid or bearings. Change fluid or pack wheel bearings as needed. Grease chassis.
Transmission/Gear Case: Change fluid, check shift adjustments, check for leaks. Repair as needed.
Drive Chain: Inspect, adjust and lubricate.
Brakes: Check fluid level in master cylinder, brake pad wear, and lever travel. Fill, repair, and replace as needed.
Check suspension fasteners for proper torque (refer to service manual or local dealer for torque specs).