Honda 2004 TRX500FA Fourtrax Foreman Rubicon Manuals

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Honda 2004 TRX500FA Fourtrax Foreman Rubicon Owner's Manual (292 pages)

Brand: Honda | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 7.73 MB

Safety Information
6
Signal Words
7
Contents
8
ATV Safety
10
Safety Labels
14
Instruments & Control
18
Component Locations
20
Vehicle View
21
Indicators and Displays Diagrams
23
Lamp Check
24
Display Check
24
Indicators and Displays Table
25
Multi-Function Display
27
Drive Mode Indicator
28
Gear Position Indicator
29
Oil Change Indicator
30
Odometer
31
Tripmeter
31
Hourmeter
32
Digital Clock
33
Fuel Gauge
35
Fuel Valve
36
Reserve Fuel
36
Choke Knob
37
Ignition Switch
38
Shift Lever
39
Drive Mode Select Switch
40
Start Button
41
Engine Stop Switch
41
Headlight Switch
42
Headlight Dimmer Switch
42
Starting Primer Knob
43
Recoil Starter
43
Throttle Lever
44
Gearshift Switch
45
Front Brake Lever
46
Rear Brake Lever
46
Rear Brake Pedal
46
Parking Brake
46
Flag Pole Bracket
47
Trailer Hitch
48
Accessory Socket
49
Gpscape System (TRX500FGA Only)
51
The Primary Uses of the Gpscape System
54
Gpscape System: Safety Information
55
Gpscape System Limitations
56
Gpscape System Start-Up
57
Position Fix
57
System Failure to Display a Position Fix
58
Satellite Status
60
GPS Mode
62
GPS Mode Display
64
Waypoint Number Display
65
Direction to Waypoint Display
66
Distance to Waypoint
68
Basic Waypoint Selection
69
Advanced Waypoint Selection
71
To Input a Waypoint Value Using Latitude and Longitude Coordinates
71
Determining the Coordinates of Your Current Position
75
To Correct Input
75
To Change the Coordinates for an Existing Waypoint Number
75
Compass Direction Indicator
76
Automatic Clock Adjustment
78
Before Riding
79
Are You Ready to Ride?
80
Protective Apparel
80
Helmets and Eye Protection
80
Additional Riding Gear
81
Rider Training
82
Age Recommendation
83
No Passengers
83
No Alcohol or Drugs
84
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
85
Pre-Ride Inspection
85
If You Are Carrying Cargo, Check the Following
87
Load Limits and Guidelines
88
Loading
88
Load Limits
89
Loading Guidelines
90
Accessories and Modifications
91
Modifications
92
Basic Operation and Riding
93
Safe Riding Precautions
95
Off-Road Use Only
95
Keep Handling and Feet on Controls
96
Control Speed
97
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
98
Do Not Perform Stunts
99
Starting and Stopping the Engine
100
Preparation for Starting
100
Starting Procedure
101
Flooded Engine
103
Stalled Engine
103
How to Stop the Engine
104
Normal Engine Stop
104
Emergency Engine Stop
104
Using the Recoil Starter
105
Shifting Gears
106
Upshifting Sequence
110
Downshifting Sequence
110
After Starting the Engine
111
Driving in Manual Shift (ESP) Mode
111
Shifting Gears: Tips
112
Riding in Reverse
113
Braking
115
Riding Your ATV
117
Making Turns
117
To Make a Turn on Level Ground
118
To Make a Sharp Turn at Low Speed
118
To Make a Turn from a Full Stop
118
Skidding or Sliding
119
Riding up Hills
120
Stalling the ATV And/Or Rolling Backward
122
Riding down Hills
124
Crossing or Turning on Hills or Slopes
125
Crossing Hills or Slopes
126
Making Turns on Slopes
126
Riding over Obstacles
127
Riding through Water
128
Parking
129
Servicing Your Honda
130
The Importance of Maintenance
132
Maintenance Safety
133
Maintenance Schedule
135
Maintenance Schedule - Table
137
Maintenance Record
139
Component Locations Diagram
140
Tool Kit
143
Owner's Manual Storage
144
Seat Removal
145
Fuel Recommendation
146
Fuel Capacity
147
Refueling Procedure
147
Engine Oil and Filter
149
Oil Recommendation
150
Checking and Adding Oil
152
To Check the Oil Level
153
Changine Engine Oil and Filter
154
To Drain the Engine Oil
154
Install a New Engine Oil Filter
155
Adding Engine Oil
157
Rear Final Gear Case Oil
158
Changing Oil
158
Gear Case Oil
159
Differential Oil
160
Coolant Recommendation
162
Checking and Adding Coolant
163
Coolant Replacement
164
Radiator Core
165
Air Cleaner
166
Air Cleaner Cleaning
167
Dust Cover
170
Air Cleaner Housing Drain Tube
171
Throttle Freeplay
172
Throttle Inspection
173
Carburetor Choke Cable and Knob
174
Engine Idle Speed
175
Idle Speed Adjustment
175
Spark Plug Recommendation
176
Spark Plug Replacement and Inspection
177
Valve Inspection
179
Spark Arrester
180
Brakes
182
Brake Fluid Recommendation
182
Brake Fluid Level Inspection
183
Front Brake Lever Freeplay and Shoe Lining Clearance
185
To Adjust the Brake Lining Clearance
187
Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay
189
Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay Adjustment
190
Rear Brake Lever Freeplay Inspection
191
Rear Brake Lever Freeplay Adjustment
192
Brake Shoe Wear
193
Draining Water from Brakes
194
Tires
195
Air Pressure
196
Recommended "Cold" Tire Pressures
197
Tires Inspection
198
Tread Wear
199
Tire Repair
200
Tire Replacement
201
Recommended Tires for Your ATV
201
Engine Guards and Skid Plates
202
Driveshaft Boots
203
Battery
204
Battery Storage
205
Battery Installation
207
Battery Charging
208
Appearance Care Recommendations
209
Washing Your ATV with a Mild Detergent
210
Spray Cleaning Your ATV
211
Aluminium Wheel Maintenance
212
Appearance Care: Finishing Touches
213
Tips
214
Preparing for a Ride
215
What to Take to the Riding Area
215
What to Take on the Trail
216
Transporting Your Honda
217
Storing Your Honda
219
Preparation for Storage
220
Removal from Storage
222
You and the Environment
223
Taking Care of the Unexpected
224
If Your Engine Quits or Won't Start
227
Starter Motor Doesn't Operate
228
Starter Motor Works, but the Engine Won't Start
228
Engine Starts, but Runs Poorly
229
If the Transmission Is Not Functioning Properly
230
If the Battery Is Dead
231
If You Have a Flat Tire
232
Emergency Wheel Removal/Installation
233
If the Oil/Coolant High Temperature Indicator Lights
235
If a Fuse Blows
237
Recommended Fuses
237
Main Fuse Access
238
Circuit Fuse Access
239
If You Crash
240
If You Lose Your Key
241
If a Component Fails
242
Technical Information
243
Vehicle Identification
244
Serial Numbers
244
Color Label and Code
245
Specifications
246
Break-In Guidelines
250
High Altitude Carburetor Adjustment
251
Emission Control Systems
252
Exhaust Emission Requirements
252
Source of Exhaust Emissions
253
Crankcase Emission Control System
253
Problems that May Affect ATV Exhaust Emissions
253
Noise Emission Control System
254
Oxygenated Fuels
255
Consumer Information
257
Table of Contents
266
Index
274
Quick Reference
287

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