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Bad Boy Stampede 4x4 Owner's Manual

Manual is about: 1/10 Scale Monster Truck. Ready-to-Race with Traxxas Stability Management

Summary of Stampede 4x4

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    Owner’ s manaul 2017.

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    Read and comply with all of the instructions and safety precautions in this manual and on all product labels. Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death. California proposition 65 engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain o...

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    W elcome 1 thank you for purchasing a bad boy off road vehicle. Before driving your new vehicle, read this owner’s manual to familiarize yourself with safe driving practices, operation, features and controls. Visit us online at www.Badboyoffroad.Com for the latest news, new product information, care...

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    2 all information in this owner’s manual is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to con- stant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some discrepancies may be found between your vehicle and the information presented in this publication. T...

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    T able of c ontents 3 introduction manufacturer’s intended use ..................................................................................................................... 8 noise control system ...................................................................................................

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    4 t able of c ontents unfamiliar terrain ............................................................................................................................................17 obstacles .............................................................................................................

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    T able of c ontents 5 engine break-in ................................................................................................................................................. 29 cvt belt break-in ..................................................................................................

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    6 t able of c ontents lifting rear ......................................................................................................................................................49 lowering vehicle ..................................................................................................

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    T able of c ontents 7 headlight beam adjustment ............................................................................................................................ 64 brake light ...................................................................................................................

  • Page 10: Introduction

    8 i ntroduction introduction the stampede 900 is an off road vehicle. Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of this vehicle in your area. The following symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these sym- bols are us...

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    I ntroduction 9 vehicle identification numbers record the vehicle identification numbers and key number in the spaces provided below. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. An ignition key can be duplicated only if the key number is pro- vided. If all keys are lost and the key number is ...

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    10 i ntroduction repair and parts manuals the following manuals can be purchased through a bad boy offroad dealer: • repair manual • parts manual • engine manual.

  • Page 13: Safety

    S afety 11 safety required riding apparel the driver and passenger must wear the following protective riding gear to decrease the risk of injury: • helmet • eye protection • gloves • boots • long sleeve shirt or jacket • long pants helmet wear a helmet designed for off road use to decrease the risk ...

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    12 s afety safety labels safety and warning labels are on the vehicle for your protection. Read and comply with the instructions on the labels carefully. If any label shown in this manual is different from the label on your vehicle, always follow the instructions on the vehicle label. If a label com...

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    S afety 13 operator warning (p/n 642599) located on the dash. Passenger safety warning (p/n 645330) located on the dash in front of the passenger seat. Rops warning (p/n 643597) located on the rops behind the driver. Clutch cover warning (p/n 643600) located on the clutch cover. This rops was tested...

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    14 s afety shifting transmission warning (p/n 643602) located on the dash above the gear shifter. Hitch warning (p/n 645329) located on the rear hitch. Seat belts operating the vehicle while not wearing the seat belt increases the risk of serious injury or death in the event of rollover, loss of con...

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    S afety 15 operator safety safe and responsible use of this vehicle is necessary to prevent dangerous conditions for the operator, passengers and other people in the area of operation. This section of the manual provides information on the safe operation of the vehicle. Make sure you read, understan...

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    16 s afety passenger do not carry any passenger below the age of 12 years. The passenger must be able to sit with their back against the seat, both feet on the floor and both hands on a passenger hand hold. For additional safety and operational informa- tion, see driving with a passenger on page 31....

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    S afety 17 if you experience any of the following symptoms, stop the engine and get fresh air immediately: operate this vehicle outdoors or in well-ventilated areas only. Driving in reverse make sure the area behind the vehicle is clear before operating in reverse. After making sure it is clear and ...

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    18 s afety stalling on a hill a rollover can result from stalling or rolling backward while climbing a hill. Drive uphill at a constant speed. See proce- dure on page 33 for maintaining control of your vehicle if it stalls on a hill. Tires operating the vehicle with incorrect tires or with incorrect...

  • Page 21: Features And Controls

    F eatures and c ontrols 19 features and controls console some features on the console are optional and may not be on all vehicles. Key switch the key switch is a three-position switch. • off • first position to the right is on; activates vehicle electronics and accessory power. • second position is ...

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    20 f eatures and c ontrols rear differential lock switch (if equipped) the rear differential lock switch is a two-position switch. • upper – locked • lower – unlocked all-wheel drive (awd) switch the awd switch is a two-position switch. • upper – power is transferred to the front wheels and the vehi...

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    F eatures and c ontrols 21 indicator lights number indicator light description 8 low oil pressure indicator low oil pressure indicator and backlight flashes when low oil pressure is detected. Automatically shuts the engine down. 4 drivetrain mode indicator awd; rear differential is locked 2wd; rear ...

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    22 f eatures and c ontrols selectable displays there are six selectable top level displays in the driver information center: • display 1 - engine faults - indicates trouble codes for the engine. For information and use, see diagnostics on page 71. • display 2 - epas faults - indicates trouble codes ...

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    F eatures and c ontrols 23 5. Either of the repl displays (b or d) indicates scheduled maintenance is due. After the maintenance is complete, the maintenance reminder can be cleared. • in oil repl or spark repl, press ok on the display control pad to enter edit mode (wrench displays). – use the left...

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    24 f eatures and c ontrols display 5 - clock notice: all options in this menu are editable. 1. With clock displayed, press the right arrow to enter the clock menu. 2. Press the up and down arrows to scroll through the clock preferences menu: • display a indicates the 24 hour mode selected. – press o...

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    F eatures and c ontrols 25 gear shifter the gear shifter has five positions. The positions from top to bottom are: • h – high • l – low • n – neutral • r – reverse • p – park high range is the primary driving gear. High gear is intended for use on hard-packed sur- faces with light loads. To change g...

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    26 f eatures and c ontrols adjustable steering wheel the steering wheel can be adjusted to suit different drivers. Press the adjustment lever down. Move the steering wheel to the most comfortable driving position and pull the lever back up to lock the steering wheel in place. Brake pedal the brake p...

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    F eatures and c ontrols 27 auxiliary outlet a 12-volt auxiliary outlet is located on the dash. With the key switch in the on position, the auxiliary outlet supplies power for any lights and accessories that have a 12-volt plug. Usb port (if equipped) a usb port (if equipped) is located on the dash. ...

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    28 f eatures and c ontrols fuel tank cap always make sure the fuel cap is reinstalled after filling the tank. Do not operate the vehicle with- out the fuel cap correctly installed and tightened. The fuel cap is located on the passenger side of the vehicle. See fuel on page 30 for fueling information...

  • Page 31: Operation

    O peration 29 operation safety failure to operate the vehicle correctly can result in a collision, loss of control, accident or rollover, and cause serious injury or death. Read and comply with all safety warnings in the safety section of this owner’s manual. Pre-ride inspection inspect and verify t...

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    30 o peration cvt belt break-in the cvt belt break-in period is the first hour of operation on each new belt. During the cvt belt break-in period, follow the same guidelines as described for engine break-in operation. See engine break-in on page 29. Fuel refer to fuel handling guidelines on page 16 ...

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    O peration 31 accelerating 1. Release the brake pedal completely. 2. Press the accelerator pedal with gradual and steady pressure until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. Braking when carrying cargo or towing a trailer, the weight of the load will increase the braking distance required to slow o...

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    32 o peration slippery surfaces skidding or sliding can cause loss of control. Skidding or sliding can cause rollover if tires have lost traction, then regain traction suddenly. When operating on slippery sur- faces, travel at reduced speed to help maintain control of the vehicle. When operating in ...

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    O peration 33 traversing hillsides traversing a hillside is not recommended. Improper procedure can cause loss of control or a rollover. Avoid crossing the side of a hill unless absolutely necessary. Check the terrain and determine if traversing the hill can be accom- plished safely. Do not proceed ...

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    34 o peration when driving through water, follow this procedure: 1. Determine the depth of water and strength of cur- rent before entering the water. 2. Choose a crossing where both banks have grad- ual inclines. 3. Proceed slowly. Avoid rocks and other obstacles. 4. Avoid driving through water that...

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    O peration 35 hauling cargo hauling cargo incorrectly can alter vehicle handling characteristics and cause loss of control, brake instability, and possibly lead to serious injury or death. Never exceed the maximum weight capacity of the vehicle. The total load (operator, pas- senger, accessories, ca...

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    36 o peration operating the vehicle with passengers in the truck bed can result in severe injury or death. Never allow a passenger to ride in the truck bed. Passengers must always ride seated in the passenger seat with the seat belt fastened. Towing loads towing loads incorrectly can alter vehicle h...

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    O peration 37 differential operation modes rear differential locking switch (if equipped) the differential on the rear axle has two options: • press the top of the rocker switch to lock the differential. The rear wheels are locked and rotate at the same rate. This option provides optimum traction on...

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    38 o peration.

  • Page 41: Winch

    W inch o peration 39 winch the safety warnings and information in this section apply if your vehicle has a winch. Improper or irresponsible use of the winch can result in severe injury or death. Always follow all winch instructions and warnings in this manual. Winch safety • read and understand this...

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    40 w inch winch operation read all of the winch safety beginning page 39 before operating your winch. Notice: practicing operation and use of the winch before it is needed to perform a job is recommended. Improper or irresponsible winch use can result in severe injury or death. Comply with all winch...

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    W inch 41 6. Pull out as much cable as possible to maximize the winch’s pulling capac- ity. Maintain at least five full turns of winch cable wrapped around the winch drum at all times. The friction provided by the wrapped cable allows the drum to pull on the winch cable and move the load. 7. Read an...

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    42 w inch • always inspect the winch cable before each use. Inspect for wear or kinks in the cable. – a kinked winch cable made of wire rope is shown at right. Even after being straightened out, this cable has been permanently and severely damaged. Discontinue use of a cable in this condition. – a w...

  • Page 45: Emission Control System

    E mission c ontrol s ystems 43 emission control system notice: a qualified repair shop or person of the owner’s choosing may maintain, replace, or repair emission control devices and systems with original or equivalent replacement parts. However, warranty, recall and all other services paid for by b...

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    44 e mission c ontrol s ystems emission control information label the emission control information label is located on the left rear frame, under the truck bed. It is visible and accessi- ble without the removal of any parts. The date of manufacture will be identified on the label (mm/yyyy). Emissio...

  • Page 47: Maintenance

    M aintenance 45 maintenance notice: a qualified repair shop or person of the owner’s choosing may maintain, replace, or repair emission control devices and systems with original or equivalent replacement parts. However, warranty, recall and all other services paid for by bad boy off road must be per...

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    46 m aintenance scheduled maintenance chart perform all services at the maintenance interval reached first. S – indicates operations that need to be performed on vehicles subjected to severe use. E – indicates emission-related services. Failure to do this maintenance will not void the emissions warr...

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    M aintenance 47 s front differential oil (inspection) 100 6 months 1000 (1600) inspect for leaks and contamination; change if required. Also change yearly. 53 s rear differential oil (inspection) 100 6 months 1000 (1600) inspect for leaks and contamination; change if required. Also change yearly. 53...

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    48 m aintenance recommended lubricants and fluids check and lubricate all components at the intervals shown in the scheduled maintenance chart beginning on page 46. Replacement of maintenance items these items or their equivalents can be purchased through your dealer, directly from bad boy offroad o...

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    M aintenance 49 lifting the vehicle read and comply with all of the following warnings and lifting procedures to prevent the possibility of the vehicle falling and causing severe injury or death. The vehicle must be on a firm and level surface for lifting. Remain constantly aware that the vehicle is...

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    50 m aintenance truck bed removal notice: you may choose to remove the truck bed for full access to the engine compartment when perform- ing some maintenance items. The truck bed is heavy and difficult to handle. To prevent possible injury, it is necessary to have an assistant or a lifting device to...

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    M aintenance 51 engine oil see recommended lubricants and fluids on page 48 for oil capacity and grade. The use of an incorrect grade of engine oil can damage the engine. Always use the recommended grade. Do not mix engine oils of different grades or viscosity. Notice: your engine features a dry sum...

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    52 m aintenance change oil remove engine oil 1. Start the engine and let it to run until it is warm. 2. Turn off the engine. Wear protective gloves to prevent scalding from hot engine oil. 3. Remove the engine oil. A. Put a drain pan under the oil tank. B. Remove the drain plug and seal. C. Allow th...

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    M aintenance 53 2. Clean the sealing surface with a lint free cloth. 3. Lightly coat the new oil filter seal with clean engine oil. 4. Install the oil filter by hand and then tighten to 7.4 ft.Lbs. (10 nm). Refill engine oil notice: do not overfill or under fill the engine. Low or excessive oil can ...

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    54 m aintenance rear differential the rear differential has two chambers; top and bottom. Notice: you may choose to remove the truck bed, side panel and/or skid plate for full access to the rear dif- ferential fill and drain plugs. Rear differential oil check notice: check the rear differential oil ...

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    M aintenance 55 6. Remove the vehicle speed sensor. 7. To fill the lower chamber to capacity, add 22 oz. (650 ml) through the speed sensor hole. 8. Replace the speed sensor. Spark plugs recommended spark plug: champion rc7pycbx spark plug inspection and replacement remove the spark plugs when the en...

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    56 m aintenance 5. Remove the spark plugs. Notice: a piece of rubber fuel line works well to remove the plug from the cylinder head after it is loosened. 6. If the electrodes are extremely sooty, clean carefully with a wire brush. 7. Inspect for cracks in the porcelain insulator. If cracks are vis- ...

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    M aintenance 57 check the coolant level when the engine is cold. 1. Verify that the coolant level in the reservoir is between the min and max lines. 2. If the level is below the min line, add coolant. Scalding can result from steam if the cap is removed while the coolant reservoir is hot. Open the t...

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    58 m aintenance continuously variable transmission (cvt) check and replace the cvt belt at the intervals indicated in the scheduled maintenance chart on page 46. The cvt cover is located under the driver side truck bed. Lift the bed and/or remove the rear fender liner and side panel to access the co...

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    M aintenance 59 notice: never try to start the engine if the water level is higher than the floorboard. 2. Inspect the air box. A. Dry out any water inside the air box. B. Dry or replace the filter if it is wet. 3. Thoroughly dry the engine intake. 4. Disconnect the wire harness from the ignition co...

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    60 m aintenance brakes the stampede 900 has front and rear hydraulic disc brakes. Perform scheduled maintenance on the brake system at the intervals indicated in the scheduled maintenance chart on page 46. Check the brake fluid level before each operation. Test the brakes for function before each us...

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    M aintenance 61 steering wheel perform scheduled maintenance on the steering system at the intervals indicated in the scheduled maintenance chart on page 46. Inspect the steering operation before each use using the following pro- cedure: 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Lightly turn the st...

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    62 m aintenance tire repair use a tire plug to repair small holes in the tread part of the tire. For large holes or holes/cuts in the tire sidewall, the tire must be replaced. 1. Remove the wheel from the vehicle. See wheel removal on page 62. 2. Locate the leak in the tire. A. If the tire is very l...

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    M aintenance 63 electronic power assisted steering (epas) the epas (if equipped) is not a serviceable system and requires no maintenance. If it is not working properly, refer to the repair manual for replacement procedures or contact the dealer. Fuses notice: have the vehicle inspected by your deale...

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    64 m aintenance headlight beam adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a flat surface adjacent to a vertical wall. The front of the vehicle should be approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from the wall. 2. Measure the distance from the ground to the center of the headlight. 3. Mark the wall at the measured height....

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    M aintenance 65 battery the stampede 900 has a sealed battery, which requires no maintenance except to keep it corrosion-free, and to test for functionality. The sealed battery is filled with electrolyte and sealed at the factory. Never pry the seal strip off, or add fluid to the bat- tery. Inspect ...

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    66 m aintenance cleaning keeping your stampede 900 clean is not only beneficial to its appearance, but can also help extend the life of vari- ous components. Washing the vehicle • use an automotive type cleaner or mild soap to wash the vehicle. Harsh cleaners can scratch the finish. • do not use a p...

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    M aintenance 67 inspect and lubricate 1. Inspect the shifter cable. 2. Lubricate all areas of the vehicle as recommended in the scheduled maintenance chart on page 46. Battery remove the battery. Fully charge the battery. See battery on page 65. Fluid levels inspect all fluid levels. Add or change f...

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    68 m aintenance transporting the stampede 900 loose cargo or vehicle components can fly off when the vehicle is being transported. Secure or remove all cargo. Inspect the vehicle for loose components prior to transport. 1. Drive the vehicle onto the trailer or truck. 2. Press the brake pedal. 3. Mov...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    S pecifications 69 specifications specifications chart item specification maximum weight capacity (includes weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories) 1200 lbs. (544 kg) seating capacity 2 person dry weight 1650 lbs. (748 kg) curb weight 1690 lbs. (766 kg) rollover protection system (rops) c...

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    70 s pecifications lubrication system dry sump cooling liquid shift type single lever on console gear reduction (l) 28.03:1 gear reduction (r) 25.49:1 gear reduction (h) 12.54:1 drive ratio (front) 3.81:1 transmission continuous variable transmission (cvt) steering self-compensating rack and pinion ...

  • Page 73: Fault Testing

    F ault t esting 71 fault testing diagnostics the stampede 900 is equipped with an on-board computer diagnostic system that stores diagnostic trouble codes (or fault codes). Trouble codes are stored when a sensor in the vehicle reports a reading that is outside the normal/ accepted range. Trouble cod...

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    72 f ault t esting display 1 - faults - engine notice: only the clear option in this menu is editable. 1. With faults (with engine symbol) displayed, press the right arrow to enter the fault codes display. 2. Press up or down to scroll through three fault code displays: • display a indicates no trou...

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    F ault t esting 73 display 2 - faults - epas notice: only the clear option in this menu is editable. 1. With faults (with epas symbol) displayed, press the right arrow to enter the fault codes menu. 2. Press up or down to scroll through fault code displays: • display a indicates no trouble code. No ...

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    74 f ault t esting cvt belt wear engine does not crank possible cause solution driving onto a pickup or trailer in high range use low range when loading. Starting out on a steep hill in high range use low range. Driving at low rpm or low ground speed drive at higher speeds or use low range more freq...

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    F ault t esting 75 engine cranks, but does not start engine stalls and can be restarted engine stalls and cannot be restarted engine output is interrupted engine backfires possible cause solution out of fuel refuel. Clogged fuel filter see your bad boy off road dealer. Water is present in fuel drain...

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    76 f ault t esting engine pings or knocks engine runs irregularly, stalls or misfires possible cause solution poor quality or low octane fuel replace with recommended fuel. Incorrect ignition timing see your bad boy off road dealer. Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range set gap to specs or replace ...

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    F ault t esting 77 engine stops or loses power engine does not reach full engine speed possible cause solution out of fuel refuel. Kinked or plugged fuel tank vent line inspect and replace. Water in fuel replace with fresh recommended fuel. Fouled or defective spark plug inspect, clean or replace sp...

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    78 f ault t esting.

  • Page 81: Maintenance Log

    M aintenance l og 79 maintenance log record periodic maintenance in the following maintenance log. Date miles (km) and hours technician service performed comments.

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    80 m aintenance l og date miles (km) and hours technician service performed comments.

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    M aintenance l og 81 date miles (km) and hours technician service performed comments.

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    82 m aintenance l og date miles (km) and hours technician service performed comments.

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    M aintenance l og 83 date miles (km) and hours technician service performed comments.

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    84 m aintenance l og.

  • Page 87: Index

    I ndex 85 index a accelerator pedal 26 adjustment backlight 20 hand hold, passenger 26 headlight 64 shock absorber spring 61 steering wheel 26 air filter 59 air filter, replacement part number 48 auxiliary outlet, 12v 27 awd switch 20 b backlight, lcd 20 battery maintenance 65 brakes 60 fluid 60 ins...

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    86 i ndex change 52 check 51 recommended 48 engine oil filter 52 replacement part number 48 epas 26, 63 epas diagnostics 73 f fault testing 71 fluids brake 60 capacities 48 recommended 48 fuel add 30 handling guidelines 16 specifications 30 stabilize 66 tank cap 28 fuses 63 g gasoline, see fuel gear...

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    I ndex 87 towing 36 unauthorized use 15 vehicle modification 18 water 18 weight capacity 14, 35 winch 39 safety labels 12 safety symbols 8 scheduled maintenance chart 46 seat belts 14, 15, 25 seat bottom 26 serial number labels 9 setup, vehicle 23 shifter 25 shock absorber spring 61 shock loading, w...

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    88 i ndex.

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    To locate your nearest dealer, call 1-888-438-3946 or visit www.Badboyoffroad.Com textron specialized vehicles 1451 marvin griffin rd. Augusta, ga 30906 usa 647693 - printed in usa.