ATV Storage Procedures User Manual

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Subsection XX (STORAGE PROCEDURE)
STORAGE PROCEDURE
SERVICE PRODUCTS
Description Part Number Page
BRP HEAVY DUTY CLEANER ......................... .............................. 293 110 001 ............................................. 3
XPS FUEL STABILIZER.................................................................. 413 408 601 ............................................. 1
XPS LUBE...................................................................................... 293 600 016 ......................................... 1, 3
XPS MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANER ....... ....................................... ... 219 701 709 ............................................. 3
XPS STORAGE OIL ( EXCEPT U.S. COUN TRY) ............................. 413 711 600 ............................................. 1
XPS STORAGE OIL ( U .S. COUNTRY ONLY) ................................. 413 711 900 ............................................. 1
GENERAL
IftheATVisnotusedoristobestoredforan extended period of time, more than 4 months, be sure to perform the storage procedures described below.
Where applicable, refer to the appropriate sub­sections in this manual for details of the required tasks as outlined in these procedures.
PROCEDURES
NOTE: To facilitate the inspection and ensure adequate lubrication of components, it is rec­ommended to clean the entire vehicle. Refer to
VEHICLE CLEANING
in this subsection.
FUEL SYSTEM
Fuel System Protection
Pour fuel stabilizer in fuel tank and fill up fuel tank. Start vehicle to allow for fuel stabilizer to spread
through the fuel system. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper
use.
RECOMMENDED FUEL SYSTEM PROTECTION
XPS FUEL STABILI
NOTICE
prior to engine lubrication to ensure fuel s ys­tem components protection against varnish deposits.
Fuel stabilizer should be added
ZER (P/N 413 408 601)
ENGINE
Engine Intern
Engine internal parts must be lubricated to protect them from rust formation during the storage pe­riod.
al Lubrication
Proceed as follows:
1. Remove side body panels.
2. Remove spark plugs.
3. Spray storage oil into each cylinder (see follow­ing table).
NOTE: Use the storage oil as per country availabil­ity.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS
XPS STORAGE OIL (EXCEPT U.S. COUNTRY)
(P/N 413 711 600)
XPS STORAGE OIL (U.S . COUNTRY ONLY)
(P/N 413 711 900)
4. Press start but lubricate cyli
5. Reinstall spark plugs.
NOTE: Do not run engine during storage period.
ton, 1 or 2 seconds maximum, to
nders.
Engine Air Intake System
Remove parts required for access to engine air in­let hose, refer to tion.
Block engine ai intrusion of s
r inlet hose using a rag to prevent
mall animals.
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM
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CVT Protection
1. Remove drive b
VAIABLE TRANS
2. Inspect and clean pulleys.
3. Protect pulleys by spraying
600 016)
NOTE: Do not r
4. Close CVT cover.
5. Remove CVT outlet from exhaust system heat shield and from CVT outlet hose.
on pulley faces.
elt. Refer to
MISSION (CVT)
einstall drive belt.
CONTINUOUSLY
.
XPS LUBE (P/N 293
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TYPICAL
1. CVT cover
2. Exhaust syste m heat shield
3. CVT outlet
6. Block CVT outlet hose using a rag.
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TYPICAL - RENEGAD E MODEL ILLUSTRATED
1. Muffler
2. Block with rag here
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery Removal
Remove battery from ATV. Store and charge battery as per battery manufac-
turer's recommendations.
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TYPICAL
1. CVT outlet hose
Exhaus
tSystem
Block muffler outlet using a rag to avoid intrusion of small animals.
DRIVE S YSTEM
Lubricate rear propeller shaft U-joints.
CHASSIS
Lubrication
Lubricate front and rear suspension.
Tire Pressure
Inflate tires to recommended pressure.
Vehic le Clean ing
Wash and dry the vehicle.
NOTICE
clean the vehicle. USE LOW PRESSURE ONLY (such as a garden hose). The high pressure can cause electrical or mechanical damages.
Remove any dirt or rust. To clean plastic parts, use only flannel cloths and
XPS ATV Wash (P/N 219 701 702) or soapy water. To clean vinyl parts, use only flannel cloths and a
mild non abrasive multipurpose cleaner.
Never use a high pressure washer to
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RECOMMENDED PR
NOTICE
It is necessary to use flann el cloths
ODUCT FOR PLASTIC PARTS
XPS ATV Wash
(P/N 219 70 1 702
Soapy water
)
on plastic parts to avoid damaging surfaces. Never clean plastic parts with strong deter­gent, degreasing agent, paint thinner, acetone, products containing chlorine, etc. To avoid damaging the glossy finish on Polypropylene body parts, never use:
– Petroleum based cleaning products – XP-S ATV Fin
ishing Spray (P/N 219 701 704)
– XP-S ATV Cleaning Kit (P/N 219 701 713).
RECOMMENDED PRODUCT FOR VINYL PARTS
XPS MULTI-PURPOSE CLEANER (P/N 219 701 709)
To clean heavily soiled parts of the vehicle, includ­ing metallic parts use the following.
RECOMMENDED PRODUCT FOR HEAVILY
SOILED PARTS
BRP HEAVY DUTY CLEANER (P/N 293 110 001)
Inspect the vehicle and repair any damage. Touch up all m etal spots where paint has been scratched off.
Spray all metal parts with an appropriate lubricant for rust protection.
RECOMMENDED RUST PROTECTION
XPSLUBE(P/N293600016)
Vehicle Protection
Protect the vehicle with a cover to prevent dust accumulation during storage.
NOTICE
and dry place, and covered with an opaque tarpaulin. This will prevent sun rays and grime from affecting plastic components and vehicle finish.
The vehicle has to be stored in a cool
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