2012 Kawasaki Teryx4 750 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 121

MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 119 Belt Drive Transmission (CVT) This vehicle is equipped with a belt-driven Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). This automatic drive system, although simple to operate, does require periodic inspection since the drive belt wears with normal use. Inspection should be done by an authorized Kawasaki dealer. WARNING Neglect, abuse, or failure to maintain the transmission can result in a severely worn or damaged drive belt locking up the transmission and wheels. As a result, operator can lose control and have an accident resulting in injury or death. Inspect the drive belt at least every 200 hours of vehicle use or 4 000 km (2 500 mile) whichever comes first, since drive belts wear with normal use. More frequent inspection is necessary if the vehicle is subjected to hard usage such as pulling a trailer, operating in mud or deep water, or in extremely dusty conditions. If excessive belt slippage occurs, do not drive the vehicle until damaged components are repaired. j Causes of accelerated Belt Wear Avoid these hard usage conditions to obtain maximum belt life and prevent accelerated belt wear and deterioration. Operating the vehicle in high range while climbing hills, carrying heavy loads, or pulling a trailer. Exceeding maximum vehicle load or trailer weight. Operating in mud or water deeper than recommended. Operating in extremely dusty conditions. Continued operation with excessive belt slippage. Failure to apply the brake controls while descending hills. A. Belt Drive Transmission (CVT) Periodic Drive Belt Inspection Requirements Drive belt wears with normal use. Inspection of the drive belt is required at least every 200 hours, of vehicle use or 4 000 km (2 500 mile) whichever comes first. More frequent inspection is necessary if the vehicle is subjected to hard usage.