2013 Kawasaki Brute Force 650 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 118

116 MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT High Altitude Performance Adjustment Information The original carburetor settings for this vehicle are best for sea level use. When the vehicle is used at high altitude, the thinner atmosphere makes the air/fuel mixture richer reducing performance and increasing fuel usage. To improve the performance of vehicles operated at high altitude, optional replacement of certain carburetor components are available. Have the carburetor adjusted by your authorized Kawasaki dealer if you intend to use this vehicle above 500 m (1 700 feet). However the carburetor must be returned to original settings before using at lower altitudes. Otherwise lean high-altitude carburetor setting may cause rough engine idling, stalling, or engine damage. MAINTENANCE Proper maintenance is necessary to ensure that your vehicle will continue to have low emission levels. This Owner's Manual contains maintenance operations recommended for your vehicle. Maintenance operations necessary to ensure compliance with the applicable emission standards are noted in the Periodic Maintenance Chart. As the owner of this vehicle, you have the responsibility to make sure that the recommended maintenance is carried out according to the instructions in this Owner's Manual at your own expense. You should keep a maintenance record for your vehicle. To assist you in keeping this record, we have provided space at the end of this manual where an authorized Kawasaki dealer, or someone equally competent, can record the maintenance. You should also retain copies of maintenance work orders, receipts, etc., as verification of this maintenance. j