Husqvarna HUV 4213-GXP manual

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    2008 HUV 4213-G and HUV 4213-GXP Owner ’ s Manual Gasoline Utility V ehicles[...]

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    NOTICE W arranty information appears at the end of this manual. No other warranties, express or implied, are contained herein. Y our authorized representative checked the vehicle before it was delivered to you and will provide you a copy of the completed vehicle warranty registration form. Husqvarna is not liable for errors in this manual or for in[...]

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    FOREWORD Thank you for choosing Husqvarna, a world leader in outdoor products. Y ou have chosen the nest utility vehicle on the market. Please protect your investment and ensure that your Husqvarna vehicle provides years of reliable, superior performance by reading and following the maintenance instructions in this manual. Y our comfort and safe[...]

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    T ABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Decal and Feature Identication .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . 4 Practice Safety . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . .[...]

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    Safety Decal and Feature Identication SAFETY DECAL AND FEA TURE IDENTIFICA TION The following pages contain safety decal and feature identication information. For detailed information on specic features, read the appropriate section in this manual. Page 4 2008 HUV 4213-G and HUV 4213-GXP Owner’s Manual[...]

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    Safety Decal and Feature Identication HUV 4213-G/4213-GXP 347 5 3 9 7 1 11 8 2 12 13 14 4 6 16 15 10 1 101553901 Decal, Bed Loading W arning (on cargo bed or seat back) 9 102224301 Decal, Operating Instructions (on steering wheel) 2 101609401 Decal, Crush Area W arning (behind seat, near cargo bed) 10 Serial Number 3 101825102 Decal, On/Of f/Sta[...]

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    Safety Decal and Feature Identication HUV 4213-G/4213-GXP 348 2 9 8 10 7 4 11 3 6 5 12 1 1 101 1553 Decal, T railer Hitch T ongue Weight Notice (on trailer/receiver hitch) 7 102459301 Decal, Bed Latch W arning (on vehicle body , below bed latch) 2 101547601 Decal, Gasoline Fuel W arning (at fuel ll or on frame, near fuel tank) 8 Forward/Rever[...]

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    Practice Safety PRACTICE SAFETY 399 Figure 1 Practice Safety Safety signs like you see above may at rst seem shocking, but their impact is mild compared with the reality of severe personal injury . Y our safety and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. That is why before operating the vehicle, we urge you to review the information in [...]

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    Safety Details SAFETY DET AILS W ARNING • This owner’s manual should be read completely before attempting to drive or service the vehicle. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could result in property damage, severe personal injury , or death. It is important to note that some vital statements throughout this manual and on the deca[...]

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    General Warnings 1 2 (Viewed from passenger side of vehicle) 1. Remove negative battery cable. 2. Remove positive battery cable. Connect battery cables in reverse order . 1 Figure 2 Battery Cable Removal GENERAL W ARNINGS The following safety statements listed must be heeded whenever the vehicle is being operated, repaired, or serviced. See Safety [...]

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    Model Identication W ARNING • Follow the procedures exactly as stated in this manual, and heed all DANGER, W ARNING, and CAUTION statements in this manual as well as those on the vehicle. • Do not leave children unattended on vehicle. • Prior to leaving the vehicle unattended or servicing the vehicle, set the park brake, place the Forward/[...]

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    Controls and Indicators SERIAL NUMBER HH0601-583947 7349 ST ATESVILLE RD. CHARLOTTE, NC 28269 47 Figure 3 Serial Number CONTROLS AND INDICA T ORS See General W arnings on page 9. W ARNING • Before allowing anyone to drive the vehicle, make sure the driver is familiar with all controls and operating procedures. • Do not tamper with the governor [...]

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    Controls and Indicators KEY SWITCH The key switch is mounted on the instrument panel to the right of the steering column (Figure 4) . It has three positions: OFF , ON and ST AR T . T o start the vehicle, place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position and turn the key past the ON position to the ST ART position and hold until the engine is[...]

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    Controls and Indicators F N R 159 Figure 5 Forward/Reverse Handle ACCELERA T OR PEDAL The accelerator pedal is the pedal on the right, with the word GO molded into it (Figure 6) . With the engine running and the Forward/Reverse handle in the FOR W ARD or REVERSE position, vehicle speed will increase as the accelerator pedal is pressed. When the acc[...]

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    Controls and Indicators BRAKE PEDAL The brake pedal is the large pedal on the left with the word ST OP molded into it (Figure 6) . T o slow or stop the vehicle, press the brake pedal (Figure 7) . P ARK BRAKE The park brake handle is located between the driver and passenger seats. T o engage the park brake, rst apply pressure to the brake pedal, [...]

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    Controls and Indicators 162 Figure 9 Choke 163 Figure 10 Differential Lock DIFFERENTIAL LOCK W ARNING • With the differential lock engaged, vehicle turning functions are greatly reduced. T o prevent loss of vehicle control when differential lock is engaged, do not operate vehicle at speeds greater than half throttle and use caution when attemptin[...]

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    Seat Latch and Adjustment 164 Figure 1 1 Low Oil W arning Light FUEL GAUGE/HOUR METER A fuel gauge and hour meter are housed together at the lower left corner of the instrument panel. The fuel gauge operates when the key switch is in the ON position, and allows the operator to monitor the fuel level in the vehicle. The hour meter operates only when[...]

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    Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist The bucket seats on all vehicles are adjustable and can be moved forward or backward to accommodate the driver or passenger . T o adjust a seat: 1. Remove the seat from the vehicle. 2. Remove the four bolts and washers from the bottom of the seat mounting plate. 3. Align the mounting plate holes with holes i[...]

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    Driving Instructions Use the following checklist, in conjunction with the Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist, as a guide to inspect the vehicle and check daily for proper operation. Any problems should be corrected by a Husqvarna distributor/dealer or a trained technician. • Forward/Reverse shifter: Check for proper operation. See Controls [...]

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    Driving Instructions W ARNING – Be sure all passengers are capable of securing themselves in a vehicle before allowing them to ride in one. • Do not shift the Forward/Reverse handle while the vehicle is in motion. • Stop the vehicle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle. Engine must be at idle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle. [...]

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    Driving Instructions 9. Release park brake. 10. Keeping brake engaged, place the Forward/Reverse handle in desired position (F = forward or R = reverse). Engine must be at idle before moving the shift handle. A buzzer will sound as a warning when the vehicle is in the REVERSE position. 1 1. Release brake pedal and slowly press accelerator pedal. As[...]

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    Bed Latch and Prop Rod BED LA TCH AND PROP ROD See General W arnings on page 9. DANGER • Use caution when working under bed. Be sure prop rod is secure. Otherwise the bed will fall, resulting in severe personal injury or death. W ARNING • For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the vehi[...]

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    Loading and Unloading LOADING AND UNLOADING W ARNING • Firmly engage park brake before loading vehicle. • Do not allow riders in the cargo bed. • Reduce vehicle load and speed when driving up or down slopes or on uneven terrain. • Do not exceed rated vehicle capacity . Rated capacity is for level surfaces only . • Overloading can affect v[...]

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    T owing with the V ehicle TOWING WITH THE VEHICLE W ARNING • Do not tow a vehicle or trailer on public streets or highways. • Normal vehicle operating speed should be reduced when towing. • Extreme caution should be used when towing. • Do not allow riders in the vehicle or trailer being towed. • A void sudden starts, sudden stops, and tig[...]

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    Storage STORAGE See General W arnings on page 9. DANGER • Do not attempt to drain fuel when the engine is hot or while it is running. • Be sure to clean up any spilled gasoline before operating the vehicle. • Store fuel in an approved fuel container only . Store in a well-ventilated area away from sparks, open ames, heaters, or heat source[...]

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    Storage 7. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable rst. See W ARNING “T o avoid unintentionally starting...” in General W arnings on page 9. 8. Batteries should be clean and free of corrosion. W ash tops and terminals of batteries with a solution of baking soda and water (1 cup (237 mL) baking soda per 1 gallon (3.8 L) of water).[...]

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    Maintenance 4.1. Remove plug from fuel tank vent. 4.2. Connect vent tube to fuel tank vent. 5. Connect battery cables, positive (+) cable rst, and tighten terminals to 144 in-lb (16 N·m). Coat terminals with Battery T erminal Protector Spray (P/N 603 00 00-03). 6. Completely open the fuel shut-off valve (Figure 14) . Make sure the valve is full[...]

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    Periodic Service Schedule W ARNING • T o help avoid unintentionally starting the vehicle: – Disconnect battery cables, negative (–) cable rst (Figure 2). – Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug. • If wires are removed or replaced make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured. Failure to properly route a[...]

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    Periodic Service Schedule PERIODIC SER VICE SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERV AL SERVICE Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist See Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 17. Daily service by owner Performance Inspection See Performance Inspection on page 17. Check engine oil level; change as required. See Periodic Lubrication Schedule on page 29[...]

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    Periodic Lubrication Schedule PERIODIC LUBRICA TION SCHEDULE PERIODIC LUBRICA TION SCHEDULE REGULAR INTER V AL SERVICE LUBRICA TION POINTS RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT Brake pedal shaft bearings 1 Dry Moly Lube (P/N 603 00 00-01) Accelerator push rod pivots, mounts, and shifter cable pivots 2 Dry Moly Lube (P/N 603 00 00-01) Semiannually by owner or train[...]

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    Master Cylinder MASTER CYLINDER 1 2 3 1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level 168 Figure 16 Brake Fluid Reservoir The master cylinder is located under the passenger seat toward the center of the vehicle (Figure 16) . Raise or remove the seat to check the brake uid level. When checking the brake uid, also inspect the following: • The presen[...]

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    Engine Oil ENGINE OIL Even though the low oil warning light on the instrument panel should illuminate if oil becomes low , the engine oil level should be checked monthly . The vehicle should be on a level surface when checking oil. Do not overll with oil. ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK 1. Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil ller tube and wipe [...]

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    Engine Oil W ARNING • For vehicles with cargo beds, remove all cargo before raising the bed or servicing the vehicle. If the vehicle is equipped with a prop rod, ensure that it is securely engaged while bed is raised. Do not close the bed until all persons are clear of cargo bed area. Keep hands clear of all crush areas. Do not drop cargo bed; lo[...]

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    Engine Oil 10. Remove the engine oil lter , turning it counterclockwise, allowing the residual oil in the lter port and lter to drain into the oil drain pan. See following NOTE NOTE: An oil drip guard can be used to prevent excess oil from dripping into the engine base place. Use an empty quart (one liter) container and cut the bottom off [...]

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    Engine Oil 27 Figure 21 Coat Rubber Seal 172 Figure 22 Add Engine Oil 13. Tighten the oil lter by hand until tight. Do not use a band wrench or channel lock plier to tighten. 14. Lower the vehicle and remove the oor jack from under the rear of the vehicle. 15. Remove the dipstick and add engine oil into the dipstick port. Use a funnel or pour[...]

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    Fueling Instructions NOTE: Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40) will increase oil consumption. Check oil level more frequently when using them. FUELING INSTRUCTIONS See General W arnings on page 9. DANGER • T urn the key switch to the OFF position before fueling. • Do not pour fuel into the fuel tank when the engine is hot or whil[...]

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    Battery 1 4 5 3 2 1. V ent T ube 2. T o Carburetor 3. V ent 4. Fuel Shut-of f V alve 5. Fuel T ank 173 Figure 24 Fuel T ank BA TTER Y See General W arnings on page 9. DANGER • Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and ames away from the vehicle and service area. V entilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area[...]

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    Battery 2. Access the engine compartment. See W ARNING “For vehicles with cargo beds...” in General W arnings on page 9. 3. T ilt the bed and ensure that the prop rod is properly engaged. 4. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable rst. See W ARNING “T o avoid unintentionally starting...” in General W arnings on page 9. 5. Use[...]

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    Cleaning the V ehicle CLEANING THE VEHICLE Each vehicle is equipped with an ABS/DR acrylic front body and an all-aluminum rear body . The HUV4213 has a powder-coated steel cargo bed. Use commercial automotive cleaning solutions with a sponge or soft cloth for normal cleaning. A garden hose at normal residential water pressure is adequate. T o remov[...]

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    Subsequent Owner Registration CAUTION • Use of the winch for an extended period of time could discharge the battery . Keep winch operations as short as possible, and drive the vehicle for several minutes after the winch operation to recharge the battery . SUBSEQUENT OWNER REGISTRA TION In the event a vehicle is bought as a used vehicle, we strong[...]

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    V ehicle Specications VEHICLE SPECIFICA TIONS SPECIFICA TIONS HUV4213-GXP HUV4213-G POWER SOURCE Engine: 4-cycle OHV , 400 cc, 13.0 maximum HP @3600 RPM (per SAE J 1940/1349), single-cylinder , air-cooled, with pressure lubrication system • Fuel system: Side-draft carburetor with oat bowl, xed jets, fuel lters, and impulse fuel pump ?[...]

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    V ehicle Specications SPECIFICA TIONS HUV4213-GXP HUV4213-G Curb clearance circle (diameter) 24 ft. 1 in. (734 cm) T urning radius (per SAE J 695) 139.6 in. (355 cm) Intersecting aisle clearance 1 12.2 in (285 cm) Floorboard height 17 in. (43 cm) Seat height 35 in. (89 cm) Load bed height 31.1 in. (79 cm) Load bed size (box bed inside dimensions[...]

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    Warranties W ARRANTIES HUSQV ARNA® LIMITED TWO YEAR W ARRANTY FOR 2008 TRANSPORT A TION AND UTILITY VEHICLES 1. W ARRANTY : Husqvarna, INC., ("Husqvarna") hereby warrants to the Original Retail Purchaser that its new 2008 Model T ransportation and Utility V ehicles purchased from Husqvarna or an authorized dealer shall be free from defec[...]

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    Warranties 5. HOW T O MAKE A W ARRANTY CLAIM: T o make a warranty claim under this limited warranty , you must present the vehicle or defective component to an authorized Husqvarna dealer . 6. DISCLAIMER: THIS LIMITED W ARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE. HUSQV ARNA MAKES NO OTHER W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ANY IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANT A[...]

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    Warranties CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL W ARRANTY ST A TEMENT Y our new Husqvarna ("Husqvarna") vehicle engine complies with both the U.S. EP A and State of California emission regulations. However , the use of gasoline powered golf cars in areas of California that do not attain the federal ozone standards is illegal. Please refer to the A[...]

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    Warranties (5) Notwithstanding the provisions herein, warranty services or repairs will be provided at all of our distribution centers that are franchised to service the subject engines or equipment. (6) The engine or equipment owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor that is directly associated with diagnosis of a defective, emission-related[...]

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    Warranties NECESSARY MAINTENANCE AS OUTLINED IN THE OWNERS MANUAL AND MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE MANUAL W AS NOT PERFORMED A T THE TIME AND IN THE MANNER SPECIFIED IN SUCH MANUALS. 5. NO CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES: In no event shall Husqvarna be liable for any incidental or consequential damages including, but not limited to, loss related to property other[...]

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    Publication Part Number 603 00 43-23 Edition Code 0707C0608B 103372939[...]