2015 Kawasaki Teryx4 Owners Manual - Page 6

2015 Kawasaki Teryx4 Manual

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Wearing Seat Belts Both the operator and passenger(s) should always wear their seat belts properly. Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every accident, but in many cases a seat belt can reduce the risk of serious injury. Also, to avoid injury, do not put any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any reason. Close the Doors Be sure all doors are securely closed during operation and never remove a door. The doors prevent branches, gravel, and debris from getting inside the passenger compartment. Drive Carefully and with Good Judgement We want you to be satisfied with your new Kawasaki vehicle, so drive carefully, safely, and exercise good judgement. Practice basic maneuvers so you can drive confidently and safely. Improper use of this vehicle can be hazardous. Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or conditions. Handling characteristics of this vehicle change depending upon cargo load and driving modes. Never Drink and Drive Alcohol and drugs impair your judgement and slow your reactions. Even drugs prescribed by a physician can be dangerous. Check with your doctor. Before Starting the Engine Three "musts" before starting the engine are: 1. 2. 3. Apply the parking brake, Put the shift lever in the "N" (neutral) position, Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It should return to its rest position when released. Use the Parking Brake Always apply parking brake before exiting your vehicle. Modifications and Accessories Installation of accessories may affect the handling of your vehicle. See the "LOADING INFORMATION" chapter of this manual for more detailed information. Kawasaki does not recommend that you modify your vehicle in any way. Unauthorized modifications may produce dangerous handling conditions or adversely affect vehicle reliability. Perform the Daily Checks Refer to the Daily Checks section for a list of items to check each day before use. Habitual performance of these checks will help to insure safer, more reliable usage. Be sure that any irregularities found during these checks are corrected before operating the vehicle. 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.

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Wearing Seat Belts
Both the operator and passenger(s) should al-
ways wear their seat belts properly.
Seat belts
cannot completely protect you in every accident,
but in many cases a seat belt can reduce the risk
of serious injury.
Also, to avoid injury, do not put
any part of your body outside of the vehicle for any
reason.
Close the Doors
Be sure all doors are securely closed during oper-
ation and never remove a door.
The doors prevent branches, gravel, and debris
from getting inside the passenger compartment.
Drive Carefully and with Good Judgement
We want you to be satisfied with your new
Kawasaki vehicle, so drive carefully, safely, and ex-
ercise good judgement. Practice basic maneuvers
so you can drive confidently and safely.
Improper use of this vehicle can be hazardous.
Never operate at speeds too fast for your skills or
conditions. Handling characteristics of this vehicle
change depending upon cargo load and driving
modes.
Never Drink and Drive
Alcohol and drugs impair your judgement and slow
your reactions. Even drugs prescribed by a physi-
cian can be dangerous. Check with your doctor.
Before Starting the Engine
Three “musts” before starting the engine are:
1.
Apply the parking brake,
2.
Put the shift lever in the “N” (neutral) position,
3.
Check the throttle pedal for proper operation. It
should return to its rest position when released.
Use the Parking Brake
Always apply parking brake before exiting your ve-
hicle.
Modifications and Accessories
Installation of accessories may affect the handling
of your vehicle. See the “LOADING INFORMATION”
chapter of this manual for more detailed information.
Kawasaki does not recommend that you modify your
vehicle in any way. Unauthorized modifications may
produce dangerous handling conditions or adversely
affect vehicle reliability.
Perform the Daily Checks
Refer to the Daily Checks section for a list of items
to check each day before use. Habitual performance
of these checks will help to insure safer, more re-
liable usage. Be sure that any irregularities found
during these checks are corrected before operating
the vehicle.
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.