2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 131

2008 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 129 NOTICE The front and rear final gear cases require different oils. To ensure correct performance and durability, use only the recommended oils. •The front final gear case uses engine oil; the same oil you use in the engine. The front gear case contains the variable differential system which operates best when lubricated by engine oil. •The rear final gear case uses a special oil type; refer to the chart above. The rear gear case contains the rear brake discs which must be lubricated by the Mobil Fluid 424, CITGO TRANSGARD TRACTOR HYDRAULIC FLUID, Exxon Hydraul 560, or KawaChem Gear and Wet Brake Oil to ensure long life and proper performance. Cooling System Radiator and Cooling Fan: Check and clean the grille, screen and radiator fins for obstruction by insects or mud in accordance with the Periodic Maintenance Chart. In dusty areas, the radiator should be cleaned more frequently than the recommended interval. WARNING HAZARD The cooling fan turns on automatically, even with the ignition switch off. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Can cause injury to your hands if you touch the turning fan. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Keep your hands and clothing away from the fan blades at all times. j

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
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NOTICE
The front and rear final gear cases require
different oils.
To ensure correct performance and durabil-
ity, use only the recommended oils.
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uses engine oil; the
same oil you use in the engine.
The front
gear case contains the variable differential
system which operates best when lubricated
by engine oil.
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uses a special oil
type; refer to the chart above. The rear gear
case contains the rear brake discs which
must be lubricated by the Mobil Fluid 424,
CITGO TRANSGARD TRACTOR HYDRAULIC
FLUID, Exxon Hydraul 560, or KawaChem
Gear and Wet Brake Oil to ensure long life
and proper performance.
Cooling System
Radiator and Cooling Fan:
Check and clean the grille, screen and radiator fins
for obstruction by insects or mud in accordance with
the Periodic Maintenance Chart. In dusty areas, the
radiator should be cleaned more frequently than the
recommended interval.
WARNING
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The cooling fan turns on automatically, even
with the ignition switch off.
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Can cause injury to your hands if you touch
the turning fan.
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Keep your hands and clothing away from the
fan blades at all times.