2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 111
2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Manual
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SAFE OPERATION 109 WARNING HAZARD Operating this ATV through deep or fast flowing water. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float, causing loss of traction and loss of control, which could lead to an accident. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than the bottom edge of the axle caps. Remember that wet brakes may have reduced stopping ability. Test your brakes after leaving water. If necessary, apply them several times to let friction dry out the pads. After the vehicle is operated in water, check the air cleaner. After prolonged exposure to water, the wheel bearings may lose their lubricant and require replacement. Check the engine and gear case oils: a milky appearance indicate that water has entered. If any water entered the belt drive torque converter housing, it could cause drive belt slippage. To expel water, shift to neutral and apply the brakes. Then rev the engine up and down for a couple minutes. The cooling fan inside the housing will blow out the water. j A. Axle Cap