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Honda TRX500FE FourTrax Foreman 4x4 ES Service Manual (565 pages)
Brand:
Honda
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 88.64 MB
Table of Contents
How to Use this Manual
2
Symbols
4
Table of Contents
5
General Information
7
Service Rules
8
Abbreviations
8
Model Identification
9
Serial Numbers
9
Labels
10
General Specifications
12
GFM-FI System Specifications
13
Ignition System Specifications
13
Electric Starter Specifications
13
Fuel System Specifications
13
Cooling System Specifications
14
Lubrication System Specifications
14
Cylinder Head/Valve Specifications
14
Cylinder/Piston Specifications
15
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Specifications
15
Alternator/Starter Clutch Specifications
15
Crankcase/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer Specifications
16
Engine Removal/Installation Specifications
16
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering Specificatons
16
Rear Wheel/Suspension Specifications
17
Brake System Specifications
17
Front Driving Mechanism Specifications
17
Rear Driving Mechanism Specifications
17
Battery/Charging System Specifications
18
Lights/Meters/Switches Specifications
18
Torque Values
19
General Information
20
Lubrication & Seal Points - Engine
25
Lubrication & Seal Points - Frame
27
Cable & Harness Routing
29
Emission Control Systems
50
Exhaust Emission Control System
50
Crankcase Emission Control System
50
Prohibited Actions
50
Noise Emission Control System
51
Fuel Permeation Emission Control System
51
Rebuilt Engine
51
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System
53
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System Service Information
54
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System Torque Values
54
Frame/Body Panels/Exhaust System Troubleshooting
54
Body Panel Locations
55
Seat Removal
56
Seat Installation
56
Side Cover
56
Fuel Tank Side Cover
57
Mudguards
58
Engine Guard
59
Front Grille
59
Front Fender/Carrier Removal/Installation
60
Front Fender/Carrier Disassembly/Assembly
61
Rear Fender Cover
61
Tool Box Lid
62
Rear Fender/Carrier
63
Mudguard Bracket
65
Exhaust System Removal
66
Exhaust System Installation
66
Exhaust Pipe Stud Bolt Replacement
67
Exhaust System Disassembly/Assembly
67
Maintenance
69
Maintenance - Torque Values
70
Maintenance - Tools Needed
70
Maintenance Schedule
71
Fuel Line
72
Throttle Operation
72
Air Cleaner
73
Air Cleaner Housing Drain Tube
75
Spark Plug
76
Valve Clearance
77
Engine Oil Level Check
80
Engine Oil Change
81
Oil Change Indicator Reset
81
Engine Oil Filter
82
Engine Idle Speed Inspection
83
Radiator Coolant
83
Cooling System Maintenance
84
Drive Train Boots
85
Rear Final Gear Case Oil and Differential Oil
85
Final Gear Case Oil Level Check
85
Final Gear Case Oil Change
86
Differential Oil Level Check
86
Differential Oil Change
87
2WD/4WD Select System
87
2WD/4WD Selector Cable Adjustment
87
Brake Fluid
88
Brake Shoes Wear
89
Brake Pads Wear
89
Brake Light Switch
89
Brake System Maintenance
90
Front Brake
90
Rear Brake
90
Reverse Lock System
91
Guards
92
Clutch System
92
Suspension Maintenance
93
Spark Arrester
93
Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners
93
Wheels/Tires
93
Tie-Rod and Joint Boots
94
Steering Shaft Holder Bearing
94
Steering System
94
PGM-FI System
97
PGM-FI Component Location
98
PGM-FI System Diagram
99
PGM-FI System Service Information
100
PGM-FI System Torque Values
100
PGM-FI System Specifications
100
PGM-FI System - Tools Needed
100
PGM-FI System Symptom Troubleshooting
101
PGM-FI Connector Location
103
PGM-FI - General Troubleshooting
106
System Description
106
HDS Pocket Tester Information
107
DTC Readout
107
MIL Blink Pattern
107
Erasing DTC
108
Circuit Inspection
108
Inspection at PCM/ECM Connector
108
Reading DTC with the MIL
108
PGM-FI DTC Index
109
DTC Troubleshooting
110
DTC 1-1 (MAP Sensor Low Voltage)
110
DTC 1-2 (MAP Sensor High Voltage)
111
DTC 7-1 (ECT Sensor Low Voltage)
112
DTC 7-2 (ECT Sensor High Voltage)
113
DTC 8-1 (TP Sensor Low Voltage)
114
DTC 8-2 (TP Sensor High Voltage)
115
DTC 9-1 (IAT Sensor Low Voltage)
117
DTC 9-2 (IAT Sensor High Voltage)
118
DTC 12-1 (Fuel Injector)
119
Dtc 29-1 (Iacv)
120
Dtc 33-2 (Eeprom)
121
DTC 54-1 (Bank Angle Sensor Low Voltage)
122
DTC 54-2 (Bank Angle Sensor High Voltage)
123
MIL Circuit Inspection
125
Fuel Pump Relay Inspection
125
Sensor Unit (MAP/TP Sensor) Removal/Installation
126
TP Sensor Reset Procedure
127
ECT Sensor Removal/Installation
128
ECT Sensor Inspection
128
Bank Angle Sensor Removal/Installation
129
Bank Angle Sensor Operation Inspection
129
Bank Angle Sensor Inspection with HDS Pocket Tester
130
PCM/ECM Removal/Installation
130
Power/Ground Line Inspection
131
Engine Stop Switch Line Inspection
132
Ignition System
133
Ignition System Component Location
134
Ignition System Diagram
134
Ignition System Service Information
135
Ignition System - Specifications
135
Ignition System Torque Values
135
Ignition System - Tools Needed
135
Ignition System Troubleshooting
136
No Spark at Spark Plug
136
Ignition System Inspection
137
Ignition Coil Primary Peak Voltage
137
CKP Sensor Peak Voltage
138
Ignition Coil Removal/Installation
139
Ignition Timing
140
Condenser (Canada Type) Removal/Installation
140
Condenser (Canada Type) Inspection
141
Rectifier (Canada Type) Removal/Installation
142
Rectifier (Canada Type) Inspection
142
Electric Starter
143
Electric Starter - Component Location
144
Electric Starter - System Diagram
144
Electric Starter - Service Information
145
Electric Starter Torque Values
145
Electric Starter - Specifications
145
Electric Starter Troubleshooting
146
Starter Motor Removal/Installation
148
Starter Motor Disassembly/Assembly
148
Starter Motor Inspection
149
Starter Relay Switch - Operation Inspection
150
Starter Relay Switch - Circuit Inspection
151
Starter Relay Switch - Continuity Inspection
151
Starter Relay Switch - Removal/Installation
151
Diode Removal/Installation
152
Diode Inspection
152
Fuel System
153
Fuel System Exploded Diagram
154
System Components
154
Fuel System - Service Information
155
Fuel System - Specifications
155
Fuel System Torque Values
155
Fuel System - Tools Needed
156
Fuel Line Troubleshooting
157
Fuel Line Inspection
158
Fuel Pressure Relieving
158
Quick Connect Fitting Removal
158
Injector Side
159
Quick Connect Fitting Installation
161
Fuel Pump Side
161
Quick Connect Fitting Installation - Injector Side
162
Fuel Pressure Increasing
163
Fuel Pressure Inspection
163
Fuel Flow Inspection
164
Sub-Fuel Tank/Fuel Pump Inspection
165
Throttle Body Cover Removal/Installation
165
Sub-Fuel Tank/Fuel Pump Removal/Installation
166
Sub-Fuel Tank/Fuel Pump Disassembly
166
Fuel Pump Filter Replacement (Type A)
167
Fuel Pump Unit Holder Removal (Type A)
169
Fuel Pump Filter Replacement (Type B)
169
Sub-Fuel Tank/Fuel Pump Assembly
171
Fuel Tank Removal/Installation
172
Fuel Strainer Screen Cleaning
173
Air Cleaner Housing Removal/Installation
174
Throttle Body Removal
175
Throttle Body Disassembly/Assembly
176
Throttle Body Installation
177
IACV Inspection
178
IACV Removal/Installation
179
Fuel Injector Inspection
180
Fuel Injector Removal
180
Fuel Injector Installation
181
Cooling System
183
Cooling System Flow Pattern
184
Cooling System Service Information
185
Cooling System - Specifications
185
Cooling System Torque Values
185
Cooling System - Tools Needed
186
Cooling System Troubleshooting
186
Cooling System Testing
187
Coolant (Hydrometer Test)
187
Coolant Replacement
188
Recommended Antifreeze
188
Radiator Cap/System Pressure Inspection
188
Coolant Replacement/Air Bleeding
189
Thermostat Removal/Installation
190
Radiator/Cooling Fan
191
Radiator Removal/Installation
191
Thermostat Inspection
191
Cooling Fan Removal/Installation
192
Radiator Reserve Tank Removal/Installation
193
Water Pump: Mechanical Seal Inspection
193
Mechanical Seal Replacement
194
Lubrication System
197
Lubrication System Diagram
198
Lubrication System Service Information
199
Lubrication System - Specifications
199
Lubrication System Troubleshooting
199
Oil Pump Removal
200
Oil Pump Disassembly/Inspection
200
Oil Pump Assembly
201
Oil Pump Installation
201
Relief Valve Disassembly/Inspection
202
Relief Valve Assembly
202
Cylinder Head/Valve
203
Cylinder Head/Valve - System Components Diagram
204
Cylinder Head/Valve - Service Information
206
Cylinder Head/Valve - Specifications
206
Cylinder Head/Valve Torque Values
206
Cylinder Head/Valve - Tools Needed
207
Cylinder Head/Valve Troubleshooting
208
Cylinder Compression
209
Cylinder Head Cover Removal/Disassembly
209
Rocker Arm/Shaft Inspection
211
Push Rod Inspection
211
Cylinder Head Disassembly
212
Cylinder Head Inspection
213
Valve Spring Check
213
Valve/Valve Guide Check
213
Valve Guide Replacement
214
Valve Seat Inspection
215
Valve Seat Refacing
215
Cylinder Head Assembly
216
Cylinder Head Installation
218
Cylinder Head Cover Assembly/Installation
219
Cylinder Head Cover Installation
221
Camshaft Removal
222
Camshaft Inspection
223
Cam Chain Tensioner Inspection
224
Cam Follower Inspection
224
Camshaft Installation
225
Cylinder/Piston
229
Cylinder/Piston - System Components Diagram
230
Cylinder/Piston - Service Information
231
Cylinder/Piston - Specifications
231
Cylinder/Piston - Torque Value
231
Cylinder/Piston Troubleshooting
231
Cylinder/Piston Removal
232
Cylinder Removal
232
Piston Removal
232
Cylinder Inspection
233
Piston/Piston Ring Inspection
234
Cylinder Stud Bolt Replacement
236
Cylinder/Piston Installation
236
Piston Ring Installation
236
Piston Installation
237
Cylinder Installation
237
12. Clutch/Gearshift Linkage
239
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage - System Components Diagram
240
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage - Service Information
241
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage - Specifications
241
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Torque Values
241
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage - Tools Needed
242
Clutch/Gearshift Linkage Troubleshooting
243
Front Crankcase Cover Removal
244
Crankshaft Bearing Replacement
245
Clutch Lifter
245
Centrifugal Clutch Removal
246
Centrifugal Clutch Disassembly/Inspection
246
One-Way Clutch
246
Clutch Drum Check
247
Drive Plate Check
247
Clutch Weight Lining Check
247
Clutch Spring Removal
248
Weight Spring Check
248
Centrifugal Clutch Assembly
249
Centrifugal Clutch Installation
250
Change Clutch Disassembly
251
Clutch Lifter Inspection
253
Clutch Disc Check
254
Clutch Plate Check
254
Clutch Center Check
254
Clutch Outer Check
254
Clutch Outer Guide Check
255
Primary Drive Gear Check
255
Mainshaft and Crankshaft Check
255
Change Clutch Assembly
255
Gearshift Linkage Removal
257
Gearshift Linkage Installation
259
Gearshift Spindle a (FM/FPM Models Only)
260
Front Crankcase Cover Installation
261
Alternator/Starter Clutch
263
Alternator/Starter Clutch - System Components Diagram
264
Alternator/Starter Clutch - Service Information
266
Alternator/Starter Clutch - Specifications
266
Alternator/Starter Clutch - Torque Values
266
Alternator/Starter Clutch - Tools Needed
267
Alternator/Starter Clutch Troubleshooting
267
Recoil Starter (Canada Type) Removal/Installation
268
Starter Rope Replacement
268
Alternator Stator
268
Rear Crankcase Cover Removal
268
Stator and CKP Sensor Removal
270
Stator and CKP Sensor Installation
270
Output Shaft Bearing Replacement
270
Rear Crankcase Cover Installation
271
Flywheel/Starter Clutch Removal
273
Starter Clutch Disassembly
274
Starter Clutch Inspection
274
Starter Clutch Assembly
275
Starter Clutch Installation
276
Starter Motor Bearing Replacement
278
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer
279
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer - System Components Diagram
280
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer - Service Information
281
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer - Specifications
281
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer - Torque Value
281
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer - Tools Needed
282
Crankshaft/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer Troubleshooting
284
Crankcase Separation
285
Oil Strainter Cleaning
286
Transmission Disassembly
286
Gear/Bushing/Shaft Inspection
287
Output Shaft/Gear
288
Shift Fork/Shaft
288
Shift Drum
289
Transmission Assembly
289
Crankshaft/Balancer Removal
293
Crankshaft/Balancer Inspection
293
Crankshaft/Balancer Installation
294
Crankcase/Transmission/Crankshaft/Balancer
295
Crankcase Bearing Inspection
296
Front Crankcase Bearing Replacement
296
Rear Crankcase Bearing Replacement
298
Crankcase Assembly
299
Engine Removal/Installation
301
Engine Removal/Installation - System Components Diagram
302
Engine Removal/Installation - Service Information
303
Engine Removal/Installation - Specifications
303
Engine Removal/Installation - Torque Values
303
Engine Removal
304
Engine Installation
309
16. Front Wheeususpension/Steering
315
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering - System Components Diagram
316
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering - Service Information
318
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering - Specifications
318
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering - Torque Values
319
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering - Tools Needed
320
Front Wheel/Suspension/Steering Troubleshooting
321
Handlebar Removal
322
Handlebar Installation
323
Throttle Housing Disassembly
325
Throttle Housing Assembly
326
Front Wheel Removal
327
Front Wheel Installation
327
Tires Removal
327
Tire Repair
328
Tire Assembly
330
Wheel Hub and Knuckle Removal
330
Wheel Hub and Knuckle Inspection
333
Brake Disc Replacement
333
Bearing Replacement
333
Ball Joint Replacement
335
Ball Joint Installation
336
Suspension Arm Removal
337
Suspension Arm Inspection
338
To Replace the Ball Joint
338
Suspension Arm Installation
339
Front Shock Absorber Removal
340
Fron Shock Absorber Inspection
340
Front Shock Absorber Installation
341
Steering Shaft (FM/FE Models) Removal
341
Shaft Bushing Inspection
343
Steering Shaft Inspection
343
Steering Shaft Bearing Inspection
343
Steering Shaft Assembly
344
Steering Shaft/Eps Unit (FPM/FPE Models) Removal
346
Steering Shaft Check
348
Shaft Bushing Check
349
EPS Unit Check
349
Steering Shaft Bearing Check
349
Steering Shaft Bearing Replacement
349
Steering Shaft/Eps Unit (FPM/FPE Models) Installation
350
Tie-Rod Removal
354
Tie-Rod Inspection
355
Tie-Rod Disassembly/Assembly
355
Rear Wheel/Suspension
357
Rear Wheel/Suspension - System Components Diagram
358
Rear Wheel/Suspension - Service Information
359
Rear Wheel/Suspension - Specifications
359
Rear Wheel/Suspension - Torque Values
359
Rear Wheel/Suspension - Tools Needed
360
Rear Wheel/Suspension - Troubleshooting
361
Rear Wheel Removal
362
Rear Wheel Installation
362
Rear Shock Absorber Removal
362
Rear Shock Absorber Inspection
363
Rear Shock Absorber Installation
363
Swingarm Removal
364
Swingarm Bearing Replacement
365
Swingarm Installation
366
Brake System
367
Brake System Components Diagram
368
Brake System Components - Service Information
370
Brake System Components Specifications
370
Brake System Components Torque Values
371
Brake System Components - Tools Needed
371
Brake System Components Troubleshooting
372
Brake Fluid Replacement/Air Bleeding
373
Brake Fluid Draining
373
Brake Fluid Filling/Bleeding
373
Brake Pad/Disc
374
Brake Pad Replacement
374
Brake Disc Inspection
375
Front Master Cylinder Removal
376
Front Master Cylinder Disassembly/Assembly
376
Front Master Cylinder Inspection
377
Front Master Cylinder Installation
377
Front Brake Caliper Disassemlby
378
Front Brake Caliper Inspection
379
Front Brake Caliper Assemlby
379
Rear Brake Drum/Shoes
382
Brake Drum Removal
382
Brake Drum Inspection
382
Brake Drum Disassembly
383
Brake Drum Assembly
383
Brake Drum Installation
385
Rear Brake Pedal Removal
386
Rear Brake Pedal Installation
386
19. Front Driving Mechanism
389
Front Driving Mechanism - System Components Diagram
390
Front Driving Mechanism - Service Information
391
Front Driving Mechanism - Specifications
391
Front Driving Mechanism - Torque Values
391
Front Driving Mechanism - Tools Needed
392
Front Driving Mechanism - Troubleshooting
394
Front Drive Shaft Removal
395
Front Drive Shaft Disassembly/Inspection
395
Front Drive Shaft Assembly
397
Front Drive Shaft Installation
399
Front Final Drive Removal
400
Front Propeller Shaft Disassembly/Inspection
402
Front Final Drive Operation Check
402
Front Propeller Shaft Assembly
403
Front Final Clutch Disassembly
404
Front Final Clutch Inspection
405
Pinion Joint Ball Bearing Replacement
405
Front Final Clutch Assembly
407
Front Final Gear Assembly/Inspection
410
Backlash Inspection
410
Front Final Gear Disassemblyi
410
Differential Removal
411
Gear Tooth Contact Pattern Check
412
Differential Inspection
414
Differential Disassembly
414
Differential Components Inspection
415
Ring Gear Check
415
Differential Housing/Face Cam/Cam Follower Check
415
Side Cone Spring Check
416
Pinion Gear Removal
416
Pinion Ball Bearing and Shim Replacement
417
Gear Case Bearing Replacement
418
Pinion Joint Needle Bearing Replacement
418
Differential Bearing
418
Pinion Needle Bearing
419
Front Final Gear Assembly
421
Pinion Gear Installation
421
Differential Assembly
422
Final Gear Case Assembly
424
Front Final Drive Installation
425
20. Rear Driving Mechanism
429
Rear Driving Mechanism - System Components Diagram
430
Rear Driving Mechanism - Service Information
431
Rear Driving Mechanism - Specifications
431
Rear Driving Mechanism - Torque Values
431
Rear Driving Mechanism - Tools Needed
432
Rear Driving Mechanism Troubleshooting
434
Rear Axle Removal
435
Rear Axle Inspection
436
Rear Axle Bearing Check
436
Rear Axle Bearing Replacement
436
Axle Housing
436
Rear Final Drive Removal
437
Propeller Shaft Inspection
438
Universal Bolt Check
439
Propeller Shaft Operation Check
439
Joint Boot Replacement
439
Rear Final Gear Disassembly/Inspection
440
To Inspect the Backlash
440
Rear Final Gear Case Disassembly
441
Checking Gear Tooth Contact Pattern
441
Removing the Pinion Gear
443
Pinion Bearing and Shim Replacement
444
Gear Case Bearing
444
Gear Case Bearing: Replacement
445
Ring Gear Bearing
445
Rear Final Gear Assembly
447
Pinion Gear - Installation
448
Ring Gear Clearance Inspection
449
Rear Final Drive Installation
450
Rear Axle Installation
452
Battery/Charging System
455
Battery/Charging System - Component Location Diagram
456
Battery/Charging System Diagram
456
Battery/Charging System Diagram (Canada Type)
457
Battery/Charging System - Service Information
458
Battery Charging and Testing
458
Battery/Charging System - Specifications
458
Battery/Charging System - Tools Needed
459
Battery/Charging System Troubleshooting
460
Battery Removal/Installation
462
Voltage Inspection
462
Battery Testing
462
Battery Charging (USA Only)
462
Current Leakage Inspection
463
Charging Voltage Inspection
463
Alternator Charging Coil Inspection
464
Regulator/Rectifier Removal/Installation
464
Wire Harness Inspection
464
Power Relay (Canada Type) Inspection
465
22. Lights/Meters/Switches
467
Lights/Meters/Switches - Component Location Diagram
468
Lights/Meters/Switches - Service Information
469
Lights/Meters/Switches - Specifications
469
Lights/Meters/Switches - Torque Values
469
Lights/Meters/Switches - Tool Needed
469
Assist Headlight Bulb Replacement
470
Assist Headlight Removal/Installation
470
Headlight Bulb Replacement
471
Headlight Removal/Installation
471
Brake/Taillight Replacement
472
Combination Meter Removal/Installation
472
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Honda TRX500FE FourTrax Foreman 4x4 ES Owner's Manual (241 pages)
Brand:
Honda
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 6.44 MB
Table of Contents
Product View
3
Introduction
4
A few Words about Safety
6
Contents
8
ATV Safety
10
Important Safety Information
11
Safety Labels
14
Instruments & Controls
18
Component Locations
20
Indicators & Displays
23
Lamp Check
24
Display Check
24
Multi-Function Display
27
Gear Position Indicator
28
Oil Change Indicator
29
Odometer/Tripmeter
30
Hourmeter
32
Digital Clock
33
Fuel Gauge
34
Controls & Features
35
Fuel Valve
35
Left Side
35
Reserve Fuel
35
Choke Knob
36
Center of Handlebar
36
Ignition Switch
37
2WD/4WD Select Switch
38
Start Button
39
Left Handlebar
39
Engine Stop Switch
39
Headlight Switch
40
Headlight Dimmer Switch
40
Horn Button
40
Starting Primer Knob
41
Right Side
41
Recoil Starter
41
Throttle Lever
42
Right Handlebar
42
Gearshift Switch
43
Reverse Selector Knob
44
Front Brake Lever
45
Rear Brake Lever
45
Rear Brake Pedal
45
Parking Brake
46
Flag Pole Bracket
47
Right Rear
47
Trailer Hitch
48
Rear
48
Accessory Socket
49
Left Front
49
Utility Box
51
To Open/Close
51
Left Front Fender
51
Before Riding
52
Are You Ready to Ride?
53
Protective Apparel
53
Helmets and Eye Protection
53
Additional Riding Gear
54
Rider Training
55
Age Recommendation
56
No Passengers
56
No Alcohol or Drugs
57
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride?
58
Pre-Ride Inspection
58
Load Limits & Guidelines
61
Loading
61
Load Limits
62
Loading Guidelines
63
Accessories
64
Modifications
65
Basic Operation & Riding
66
Safe Riding Precautions
68
Off-Road Use Only
68
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls
69
Control Speed
70
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
71
Do Not Perform Stunts
72
Starting & Stopping the Engine
73
Preparation
73
Starting Procedure
74
Normal Air Temperature 10-35 C (50-95 F)
74
High Air Temperature 35 C (95 F) or above
75
Low Air Temperature 10 C (50 F) or below
75
Flooded Engine
76
Stalled Engine
76
How to Stop the Engine
77
Normal Engine Stop
77
Emergency Engine Stop
77
Using the Recoil Starter
78
Upshifting Sequence
79
Down Shifting Sequence
79
Shifting Gears
80
Riding in Reverse
82
Braking
84
Riding Your ATV
86
Making Turns
86
To Make a Turn on Level Ground
87
To Make a Sharp Turn at Low Speed
87
To Make a Turn from a Full Stop
87
Skidding or Sliding
88
Riding up Hills
89
Shift Weight Forward When Climbing Hills
90
Stalling the ATV And/Or Rolling Backwards
91
What to Do if the ATV Stalls or Rolls Backwards When Climbing a Hill
91
What to Do after the ATV Has Stalled or Rolled Backwards
92
Be Sure Your Legs Are Clear of the Wheels
92
Body Position for Backing down a Hill
92
Riding down Hills
93
On Downhills, Shift Your Weight Back
93
Crossing or Turning on Hills or Slopes
94
Crossing Hills or Slopes
95
Shift Weight Uphill When Crossing Slopes
95
Making Turns on Slopes
95
Riding over Obstacles
96
Riding through Water
97
Parking
98
Parking on a Steep Incline or a Loose or Slippery Surface
98
Servicing Your Honda
99
The Importance of Maintenance
101
Maintenance Safety
102
Important Safety Precautions
103
Maintenance Schedule
104
Summary of Maintenance Schedule Notes & Procedures
105
Maintenance Procedures
106
Maintenance Record
108
Tool Kit
112
Owner's Manual Storage
113
Seat Removal
114
Installation
114
Fuel Recommendation
115
Fuel Capacity
116
Refueling Procedure
116
Fuel
117
Engine Oil & Filter
118
Oil Recommendation
119
Checking & Adding Oil
121
Changing Engine Oil & Filter
123
Under Engine
123
Install a New Engine Oil Filter
124
Add Engine Oil
126
Gear Case Oil
127
Changing Oil
127
Differential Oil
129
Air Cleaner
131
Cleaning
132
Dust Cover
135
Air Cleaner Housing Drain Tube
136
Throttle Freeplay
137
Inspection
137
Adjustment
137
Throttle Inspection
138
Carburetor Choke Cable & Knob
139
Clutch System
140
Clutch Adjustment
140
Reverse Lock System Adjustment
141
Other Checks
141
Engine Idle Speed and Air-Fuel Mixture
142
Idle Speed Adjustment
142
Air-Fuel Mixture Adjustment
143
Spark Plug Recommendation
144
Spark Plug Replacement & Inspection
144
Valve Inspection
147
Spark Arrester
148
Brakes
150
Hydraulic Disc Front Brake
150
Mechanical Drum Rear Brake
150
Brake Fluid Recommendation
150
Fluid Level Inspection
151
Other Inspection
152
Brake Pad Wear
153
Right Front (Left Side Similar)
153
Rear Brake Pedal Freeplay
154
Rear Brake Lever Freeplay
156
Brake Shoe Wear
158
Brakelight Switch Adjustment
159
Rear Brake Only
159
Draining Water from Brakes
160
Tyres
161
Air Pressure
162
Tread Wear
165
Tyre Repair
166
Tyre Replacement
167
Engine Guards & Skid Plates
168
Driveshaft Boots
169
Battery
170
Battery Storage
171
Under Seat
172
Battery Charging
174
Appearance Care
175
General Recommendations
175
Washing Your ATV with a Mild Detergent
176
Spray Cleaning Your ATV
177
Suggestions for Using Spray Cleaner(S) Follow
177
Finishing Touches
178
Tips
179
Preparing for a Ride
180
What to Take to the Riding Area
180
What to Take on the Trail
181
Transporting Your Honda
182
Storing Your Honda
184
Preparation for Storage
185
Removal from Storage
187
You & the Environment
188
Taking Care of the Unexpected
189
General Guidelines
190
Honda TRX500FE FourTrax Foreman 4x4 ES Owner's Manual (264 pages)
with Power Steering
Brand:
Honda
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 4.08 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
A few Words about Safety
4
ATV Safety
9
Important Safety Information
10
Safety Labels
13
Instruments & Controls
17
Operation Component Locations
19
Indicators & Displays
22
Multi-Function Display
26
Gear Position Indicator
27
Oil Change Indicator
28
Odometer/Tripmeter
29
Hourmeter
31
Digital Clock
32
Fuel Gauge
34
Controls & Features
35
Fuel Valve
35
Choke Knob
36
Ignition Switch
37
2WD/4WD Select Switch
38
Start Button
39
Engine Stop Switch
39
Headlight Switch
40
Headlight Dimmer Switch
40
Starting Primer Knob
41
Recoil Starter
41
Throttle Lever
42
Gearshift Switch
43
Reverse Selector Knob
44
Front Brake Lever
45
Rear Brake Lever
45
Rear Brake Pedal
45
Parking Brake
46
Flag Pole Bracket
47
Trailer Hitch
48
Accessory Socket
49
Utility Box
51
Storage Compartment
52
PS (Electric Power Steering)
53
Before Riding
55
Are You Ready to Ride
56
Protective Apparel
56
Rider Training
58
Age Recommendation
59
No Passengers
59
No Alcohol or Drugs
60
Is Your ATV Ready to Ride
61
Pre-Ride Inspection
61
Load Limits & Guidelines
64
Loading
64
Load Limits
65
Loading Guidelines
66
Accessories & Modifications
67
Accessories
67
Modifications
68
Basic Operation & Riding
69
Safe Riding Precautions
71
Off-Road Use Only
71
Keep Hands and Feet on Controls
72
Control Speed
73
Use Care on Unfamiliar or Rough Terrain
74
Do Not Perform Stunts
75
Starting & Stopping the Engine
76
Preparation
76
Starting Procedure
77
Flooded Engine
79
Stalled Engine
79
How to Stop the Engine
80
Using the Recoil Starter
81
Shifting Gears
82
Riding in Reverse
85
Braking
87
Riding Your ATV
89
Making Turns
89
Skidding or Sliding
91
Riding up Hills
92
Riding down Hills
96
Crossing or Turning on Hills or Slopes
97
Riding over Obstacles
99
Riding through Water
100
Parking
101
Servicing Your Honda
103
The Importance of Maintenance
105
Maintenance Safety
106
Important Safety Precautions
107
Maintenance Schedule
108
Maintenance Record
112
Maintenance Component Locations
113
Tool Kit
116
Owner's Manual Storage
117
Seat Removal
118
Fuel
119
Engine Oil & Filter
122
Gear Case Oil
131
Differential Oil
133
Air Cleaner
135
Throttle
141
Carburetor Choke Cable & Knob
143
Clutch System
144
Reverse Lock System
145
Engine Idle Speed
146
Spark Plug
147
Valves
150
Spark Arrester
151
Brakes
153
Tires
165
Tire Repair
170
Guards
172
Drivetrain Boots
173
Battery
174
Appearance Care
179
Tips
183
Preparing for a Ride
184
What to Take to the Riding Area
184
What to Take on the Trail
185
Transporting Your Honda
186
Storing Your Honda
188
Preparation for Storage
189
Removal from Storage
191
You & the Environment
192
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