FILLING GAS TANK 1.Clean the seat cushion (cover and base) with a damp cloth and allow it to dry. WARNING 2.Clean the ATV thoroughly by washing dirt, oil, Always fill the gas tank in a well-ventilated area. grass, and other foreign matter from the entire Never add fuel to the ATV gas tank near any open ATV. Allow the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO flames or with the engine running. DO NOT SMOKE while filling the gas tank. NOT get water into any part of the engine or air intake. 3.Either drain the gas tank or add Fuel Stabilizer to the gas in the gas tank. Remove the air filter housing cover and air filter. Start the engine and allow it to idle; then using KYMCO Engine Storage Preserver, rapidly inject the preserver into the air filter opening for a period of 10 to 20 seconds; then stop the engine. Install the air filter and housing cover. CAUTION ATV0049B If the interior of the air filter housing is dirty, clean the Since gasoline expands as its temperature rises, area before starting the engine. the gas tank must be filled to its rated capacity only. Expansion room must be maintained in the 4.Drain the carburetor float chamber. tank particularly if the tank is filled with cold 5.Plug the exhaust outlet on the muffler with a gasoline and then moved to a warm area. clean cloth. 6.Apply light oil to the upper steering post WARNING bushing and plungers of the shock absorbers. Do not overflow gasoline when filling the gas tank. A 7.Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and fire hazard could materialize. Always allow the engine screws. Make sure rivets holding components to cool before filling the gas tank. together are tight. Replace all loose rivets. Tighten the gas tank cap securely after filling the Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts, 1 tank. cap screws, and bolts are tightened to specifications. WARNING 8.Turn the gas tank valve to the OFF position. Do not over-fill the gas tank. 9.Disconnect the battery cables; then remove the battery, clean the battery posts and Genuine Parts cables, and store in a clean, dry area. 10.Store the ATV indoors in a level position. When replacement of parts is necessary, use only genuine KYMCO ATV parts. They are CAUTION precision-made to ensure high quality and Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid correct fit. Refer to the appropriate Illustrated using a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the Parts Manual for the correct part number, ATV causing rusting. quantity, and description. Preparation For Storage Preparation After Storage CAUTION Taking the ATV out of storage and correctly Prior to storing the ATV, it must be properly serviced to preparing it will assure many miles and hours of prevent rusting and component deterioration. trouble-free riding. KYMCO recommends the following procedure to prepare the ATV. KYMCO recommends the following procedure to 1. Clean the ATV thoroughly. prepare the ATV for storage. . 2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the muffler. 1-5