SECTION 2 - PERIODIC MAINTENANCE 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Periodic Maintenance Chart .................................... 2-2 Periodic Maintenance.............................................. 2-3 Lubrication Points.................................................... 2-3 Battery..................................................................... 2-3 Fuses ...................................................................... 2-4 Air Filter ................................................................... 2-4 Valve/Tappet Clearance (Feeler Gauge Procedure) ................................... 2-6 Valve/Tappet Clearance (Valve Adjuster Procedure) .................................. 2-6 Testing Engine Compression................................... 2-7 Spark Plug............................................................... 2-8 Muffler/Spark Arrester ............................................. 2-8 Adjusting Throttle Cable .......................................... 2-9 Adjusting Engine RPM (Idle) ................................... 2-9 Engine/Transmission Oil - Filter - Strainer .............. 2-9 Front Differential/Rear Drive Lubricant .................. 2-11 Tires ...................................................................... 2-12 Steering Components ........................................... 2-12 Driveshaft/Coupling ............................................... 2-12 Suspension/Shock Absorbers/Bushings ............... 2-12 Nuts/Bolts/Cap Screws.......................................... 2-12 Ignition Timing ....................................................... 2-12 Lights..................................................................... 2-13 Shift Lever ............................................................. 2-15 Frame/Welds/Racks .............................................. 2-15 Electrical Connections........................................... 2-15 Hydraulic Brake Systems ...................................... 2-15 Burnishing Brake Pads .......................................... 2-17 Checking/Replacing V-Belt ................................... 2-17 2-1