Massimo MSU 400 Manuel utilisateur

MASSIMO MSU 400

Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Massimo MSU 400 UTV. With the pur-

chase of this vehicle, you can now appreciate the high degree of craftsmanship.

This manual will provide you with a good basic understanding of the features

and operation of this vehicle. This manual includes important safety information.

It provides information about special techniques and skills necessary to ride your

vehicle. It also includes basic maintenance and inspection procedures. If you

have any questions regarding the operation or maintenance of your vehicle,

please consult you dealer.

AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE:

● READ THIS MANUAL FOR THE VEHICLE RIDER CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE. MAKE SURE YOU UNDERSTAND ALL

INSTRUCTIONS.

● PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE WARNING AND CAUTION LABELS ON THE

VEHICLE.

● NEVER OPERATE A VEHICLE WITHOUT PROPER TRAINING OR INSTRUCTION.

FREE TRAINING IS AVAILABLE TO ANYONE WHO BUYS A NEW VEHICLE.

● THIS VEHICLE, AND ANY OTHER VEHICLE OVER 90cc, SHOULD NOT BE RIDDEN

BY ANYONE UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE.

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IMPORTANT MANUAL INFORMATION

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY

OR DEATH. Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following

notations:

The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to

the machine operator, bystander or a person inspecting or repairing the

machine.

A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid damage

to the machine.

A NOTE provides key information to make procedures easier or clearer.

NOTE:

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

This UTV is designed and manufactured for OFF - ROAD use only. It is illegal and unsafe to operate this

UTV on any public street, road or highway.

This UTV complies with all applicable OFF - ROAD noise level and spark arrester laws and regulations in

effect at the time of manufacture.

Please check your local riding laws and regulations before operating this UTV.

When the temperature is below -4°F (-20°C), park the UTV in a place where the temperature is higher

than -4°F (-20°C). Start the UTV after the UTV has warmed up. Please see page 6-3 on the warming up

process.

Follow the proper parking procedures when the temperature is higher than 100°F (38°C): turn off the

engine; make sure the radiator fan is on for 3 minutes before turning off the power switch.

Starting the UTV for the first time will take longer because the fuel will need reach the fuel injectors. To

start the UTV the first time, hold the ignition key on at 5-second intervals. Allow the starter to rest 15

seconds between each start attempt.

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Location of the Warning and

Safety Labels 1-1

Safety Information 2-1

Description and Vehicle

Identification 3-1

Identification Number Records 3-3

Vehicle Identification Number 3-3

Control Functions 4-1

Ignition Switch 4-1

Indicator and Warning Lights 4-2

Use of EPS system 4-4

Speedometer Unit 4-5

Odometer and Trip Meter Modes 4-6

Fault code indicator 4-8

Switches 4-10

On-Command Four-Wheel-Drive and

Differential Gear Lock Switches

4-11

Throttle Pedal 4-15

Brake Pedal 4-16

Parking brake pedal 4-16

Drive Select Lever 4-17

Fuel Tank Cap 4-18

Starter 4-18

Seats 4-19

Seat Belts 4-20

Glove Compartment 4-23

Cargo Bed 4-24

Opening and Closing the Tailgate 4-24

Lifting and Lowering the Cargo

Bed 4-25

Front and Rear Shock Adjustment 4-27

Trailer Hitch Bracket 4-29

Auxiliary DC Jack 4-29

Pre-Operation Checks 5-1

Brakes 5-2

Front and Rear Brakes Brake Pedal

5-2

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Brake Fluid Level 5-3

Brake Operation 5-3

Fuel 5-4

Engine Oil 5-6

Coolant 5-6

Final Gear Oil 5-7

Differential Gear Oil 5-7

Throttle Pedal 5-8

Throttle Freeplay 5-9

Throttle Freeplay Inspection 5-9

Throttle Freeplay Adjustment 5-9

Steering Wheel Inspection 5-10

Seat Belts 5-10

Fittings and Fasteners 5-10

Lights 5-10

Switches 5-10

Tires 5-11

Measuring Tire Pressure 5-13

Tire Wear Limit 5-14

Operation 6-1

Starting a Cold Engine 6-1

Starting a Warm Engine 6-3

Jump Starting 6-3

Warming Up 6-5

Drive Select Lever Operation and

Reverse 6-5

Parking 6-9

Parking on a Slope 6-10

Accessories and Loading 6-11

Your Vehicle 7-1

Getting To Know Your Vehicle 7-1

Learning To Operate Your Vehicle 7-5

Turning Your Vehicle 7-6

Operating Improperly in Reverse 7-7

Braking 7-8

Going Uphill 7-8

Going Downhill 7-11

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Crossing Through Shallow Water 7-12

Vehicle Immersion 7-14

Rear Axle Differential Lock 7-15

Riding Over Rough Terrain 7-16

Riding in Brush or Wooded Areas 7-17

Encountering Obstacles on the

Trail 7-18

Periodic Maintenance and

Adjustment 8-1

Periodic Maintenance Chart for

the Emission Control System 8-3

General Maintenance and

Lubrication Chart 8-4

Hood 8-6

To Open 8-6

To Cl o se 8-7

EFI System 8-8

EFI System inspection 8-11

Engine Oil and Oil Filter Cartridge 8-11

To Check Engine Oil Level 8-11

To Change the Engine Oil (With or

Without Oil Fliter Cartridge

Replacement 8-12

Checking the Final Gear Oil Level 8-15

Changing the Final Gear Oil 8-16

Differential Gear Oil 8-18

Checking the Differential Gear Oil 8-18

Changing the Differential Gear Oil 8-19

Oil cooler 8-20

Coolant 8-21

Checking the Coolant Level 8-21

Changing the Coolant 8-22

Axle Boots 8-23

Spark Plug Inspection 8-24

Removal 8-24

Inspection 8-25

Installation 8-25

Cleaning the Air Filter Elements 8-26

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Cleaning the Spark Arrester 8-30

Valve Clearance 8-32

Front Brake Pad Check 8-32

Rear Brake Pad Check 8-33

Checking the Brake Fluid Level 8-33

Brake Fluid Replacement 8-35

Checking the Brake Pedal 8-35

Brake Light Switch Adjustment 8-36

Cable Inspection and Lubrication 8-37

Brake Pedal and Accelerator

Pedal Lubrication 8-38

Rear Knuckle Upper and Lower

Pivot Lubrication 8-39

Steering Shaft Lubrication 8-39

Wheel Installation 8-41

Battery 8-42

Battery Maintenance 8-44

Fuse Replacement 8-44

Replacing Headlight Bulb 8-47

Tail / Brake Light Bulb

Replacement 8-49

Troubleshooting 8-50

Common Problems in Vehicle 8-53

Cleaning and Storage 9-1

Cleaning 9-1

Storage 9-3

Specifications 10-1

Faultcode of Electronic

Injection System

11-1

USA EPA Emissions Limited

Warranty

12-1

Location of the Warning and Safety Labels 1-1

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