2011 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Owners Manual - Page 12

2011 Kawasaki Mule 610 4x4 XC Manual

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10 BASIC SAFE DRIVING Wearing Seat Belt Both the operator and passenger should wear the seat belts whenever the vehicle is operated. This will help prevent injury in case of a sudden stop or collision. Also, to reduce chance of injury, always keep arms and legs inside the cab frame while the vehicle is in motion. Before Starting the Engine Three "musts" before starting the engine are: 1. 2. 3. Apply the parking brake, Put the gear shift lever in the "N" (neutral) position, Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It should return to its rest position when released. Obey Local Laws Know and obey all laws and regulations governing the use of off-highway vehicles in your area. Respect private property. Always try to preserve nature and the environment. Refueling Before refueling the vehicle, shut the engine off and make sure the area is well ventilated and free of any source of flame or sparks. Gasoline is very flammable. Tire Air Pressure Tire inflation and type can affect the vehicle's handling characteristics. Check the tire pressure frequently. Use only the recommended tires for replacement. Use the Parking Brake Always apply the parking brake before getting out of your vehicle.

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10
BASIC SAFE DRIVING
Wearing Seat Belt
Both the operator and passenger should wear the
seat belts whenever the vehicle is operated.
This
will help prevent injury in case of a sudden stop or
collision.
Also, to reduce chance of injury, always keep arms
and legs inside the cab frame while the vehicle is in
motion.
Before Starting the Engine
Three “musts” before starting the engine are:
1.
Apply the parking brake,
2.
Put the gear shift lever in the “N” (neutral) posi-
tion,
3.
Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It
should return to its rest position when released.
Use the Parking Brake
Always apply the parking brake before getting out
of your vehicle.
Obey Local Laws
Know and obey all laws and regulations govern-
ing the use of off-highway vehicles in your area. Re-
spect private property. Always try to preserve nature
and the environment.
Refueling
Before refueling the vehicle, shut the engine off
and make sure the area is well ventilated and free
of any source of flame or sparks. Gasoline is very
flammable.
Tire Air Pressure
Tire inflation and type can affect the vehicle’s han-
dling characteristics.
Check the tire pressure fre-
quently.
Use only the recommended tires for re-
placement.