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Section 6: Maintenance
Filling the Fuel Tank
Refer to Figure 6-4 on page 26
The fuel tank is located on the left side under the seat console. Total fuel capacity is 8 gallons.
When filling the fuel tank, place gear shift in 1st or reverse gear, set park brake, turn off engine and remove ignition key. Tilt seat console forward to access fuel tank. Clean dirt from around fuel cap, remove cap and begin filling. When finished, screw cap back on securely and wipe up any spilled gasoline. Use regular unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher.
IMPORTANT: Never use methanol, gasoline containing methanol and/or gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. These fuels can damage the vehicle’s fuel system. Do not mix oil with gasoline.
Using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner in the vehicle can provide benefits such as:
1.Keeps gasoline fresh during storage of 90 days or less. The fuel tank should be emptied for longer storage.
2.Cleans the engine during operation.
3.Eliminates
IMPORTANT: Do not use fuel additives containing methanol or ethanol.
Add the correct amount of gas stabilizer/conditioner to the gas. Follow the gas stabilizer/conditioner manufacturer’s directions for best results.
Emptying the Fuel Tank
!DANGER
Never siphon a fuel tank by sucking on a hose with your mouth. Gasoline is a poison. Also fuel vapors and gas are harmful to your lungs and can permanently damage them. Always use a siphon pump.
The fuel tank will need emptying when preparing for long term storage or replacing a damaged one.
1.Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps
2.Follow all Fuel Safety Cautions, Warnings and Dangers.
3.Remove fuel cap and siphon fuel through the fuel fill opening with a siphon pump into an approved gas container. Make sure the container or containers are capable of holding all the gas. Do not dump fuel on the ground.
Fuel Filter and Fuel Line Maintenance
Refer to Figure 6-4
The fuel filter (Land Pride Part No.
1.Prepare vehicle for maintenance as outlined in steps
2.Safely secure the seat console in the raised position.
3.Following all Fuel Safety Cautions and Warnings, remove clamps securing the fuel filter and remove fuel filter for inspection.
4.Check fuel filter for sediment and water accumulation. Check fuel lines for cracks and leaks.
5.Replace damaged fuel lines with new ones.
6.Replace fuel filter when sediment or water is present.
7.Reattach fuel filter to fuel line with arrow on the filter pointing in the same direction fuel flows in the line. Fuel flows towards the engine.
Fuel Cap and
Fuel Fill Opening
Fuel Gauge
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8.Install hose clamps around fuel filter.
9.Start vehicle and inspect for fuel leaks along fuel line and fuel filter.
10.Shut off vehicle and remove wheel chocks if used.
Engine Maintenance
General Information
Detailed instructions and recommendations for
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