Honda BIG RED 2009 Owner's Manual page 54

Is Your Vehicle Ready to Drive?
Driveshafts
Inspect the driveshafts and boots for damage, tears, or
leaks. If any tears are found, see your Honda dealer.
Steering
Check the steering to make sure it turns smoothly in both
gearbox
directions. Check for any tears in the boots.
and boots
If any tears are found, see your Honda dealer.
Underbody
If the vehicle was last driven in deep grass or a brushy
area, look for and remove any debris. Check for any
visible dents or cracks. If any dents or cracks are found,
see your Honda dealer.
Air Cleaner
Check for deposits in the drain tube. If necessary, clean
Housing
the tube (page 112) and check the air cleaner housing.
Drain Tube
Suspension
Check the condition of all suspension components. Be
sure to look for bends or oil leaks in the cushion damper.
Lights
Make sure the headlights, tail lights, and brake lights are
working properly.
Controls
Check that all driving controls, including the accelerator
pedal, brake pedal, parking brake lever, drive mode select
lever, and the shift lever are operating smoothly.
Exhaust
Make sure no flammable materials or debris are sticking
System
to the exhaust system. If any flammable materials or
debris is found, remove it. Start the engine and listen for
any exhaust leaks.
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