2015 Kawasaki MULE PRO-FXT Owners Manual - Page 158

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT 157 Before washing, precautions must be taken to keep water off the following parts. Muffler rear opening - cover with a plastic bag. Ignition switch - cover the key hole with tape. Preparation for Washing Avoid spraying water with any great force near the following places. Disc brake master cylinder and caliper. Under the rear seat - if water gets into the ignition coils or into the spark plug caps, it can ground out the spark. When this happens the vehicle will not operate properly and the affected parts must be wiped dry. Power Steering System - if water gets into the actuator or is sprayed over the ECU, they may cause malfunction. Where to be Careful Flat finishes reflect light differently than traditional gloss paints and require some special care to maintain the flat effect. Do not use soaps, cleaners or wax designed for gloss paint. These products can smooth the special flat finish coat which makes it more glossy. To clean the flat finish; When washing the vehicle, only use soap designed specifically for flat (or matte) finishes. Use a spot cleaner especially formulated for flat paint to help remove tough dirt. Use only microfiber towels for drying. The flat finish effect may be lost when the finish is excessively rubbed. If any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki dealer. Flat Finish j NOTICE Coin operated, high pressure spray washers are not recommended. Water may be forced into bearings and other components causing eventual failure from rust and corrosion. Some soaps are highly alkaline and may leave a residue or cause spotting. After Washing the plastic bag and tape. • Remove as indicated in the "General Lubrication" • Lubricate section. the brakes before operation. • Test Start the engine and run it for 5 minutes to dry it • thoroughly. ○(KAF820D) Abrasive cleanser or high pressure washer will damage the paint finish or camouflage on the bodywork. NOTE

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MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT
157
j
Preparation for Washing
Before washing, precautions must be taken to
keep water off the following parts.
•
Muffler rear opening - cover with a plastic bag.
•
Ignition switch - cover the key hole with tape.
Where to be Careful
Avoid spraying water with any great force near the
following places.
•
Disc brake master cylinder and caliper.
•
Under the rear seat - if water gets into the ignition
coils or into the spark plug caps, it can ground out
the spark. When this happens the vehicle will not
operate properly and the affected parts must be
wiped dry.
•
Power Steering System – if water gets into the
actuator or is sprayed over the ECU, they may
cause malfunction.
NOTICE
Coin operated, high pressure spray wash-
ers are not recommended.
Water may be
forced into bearings and other components
causing eventual failure from rust and cor-
rosion. Some soaps are highly alkaline and
may leave a residue or cause spotting.
NOTE
○
(KAF820D) Abrasive cleanser or high pressure
washer will damage the paint finish or camouflage
on the bodywork.
Flat Finish
Flat finishes reflect light differently than traditional
gloss paints and require some special care to main-
tain the flat effect. Do not use soaps, cleaners or
wax designed for gloss paint. These products can
smooth the special flat finish coat which makes it
more glossy.
To clean the flat finish;
•
When washing the vehicle, only use soap de-
signed specifically for flat (or matte) finishes.
•
Use a spot cleaner especially formulated for flat
paint to help remove tough dirt.
•
Use only microfiber towels for drying.
•
The flat finish effect may be lost when the finish is
excessively rubbed.
•
If any doubt, consult an authorized Kawasaki
dealer.
After Washing
•
Remove the plastic bag and tape.
•
Lubricate as indicated in the “General Lubrication”
section.
•
Test the brakes before operation.
•
Start the engine and run it for 5 minutes to dry it
thoroughly.