Operator`s manual

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SECTION 8
TROUBLE SHOOTING
MALFUNCTION PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION
(SYMPTOM)
Severe vibration when vehicle 1. Engine loose on mounts 1. Take vehicle to an Argo dealer for
is operated service.
2. Driver or driven clutch or engine 2. Same as above.
defective
3. Axle bent 3. Remove and straighten or replace.
4. Wheel rim bent 4. Replace.
5. Worn or damaged drive belt 5. Replace. Clutch service may be
required.
Water leaks into lower body 1. Leak has developed at the axle bearing 1. Replace the bearing ange gaskets.
ange
2. Bearing ange seal has been damaged 2. Replace the bearing ange seal.
3. Water is leaking in around the outer 3. Caulk under 103-81 bolt heads with
bearing ange bolts silicone sealer.
4. Lower body is cut or punctured 4. Repair or replace vehicle lower body
5. Drain plugs not in place 5. Secure drain plugs.
Tire leaks air 1. Tire is punctured 1. Remove tire from rim and repair the
hole with a radial tire patch or
install a tube in the tire.
2. Tire is not properly seated on bead 2. Deate tire and carefully push tire
bead off the rim. Clean the rim bead
area to remove dirt and foreign
matter. Re-inate tire.
3. Position of air leak is not obvious 3. Submerge tire and rim in a water
tank. Air may be escaping through
the rim halves or the valve stem.
Repair as required.
4. Defective valve 4. Replace defective valve.
Hydraulic brakes are spongy, 1. Air in hydraulic system 1. Have an Argo dealer bleed the brake
or there is excessive handle bar
travel 2. Leak in system 2. Have an Argo dealer check all
ttings, hoses, calipers and seals for
loose connections or leakage. Rell
as needed.
3. Loose brakes 3. Adjust or tighten.
Brakes ineffective 1. Pads have overheated and glazed 1. Have the pads cleaned by an Argo
dealer or replace pads.
2. Pads worn beyond 0.10" 2. Replace.
3. Pads are contaminated with lubricant 3. Have the pads cleaned by an Argo
dealer or replace pads.
There is a loud bang when the 1. Idler chains worn/loose 1. Adjust/replace idler chains as
vehicle is turned right or left required.
2. Drive chains worn/loose 2. Adjust/replace drive chains as
required.
Vehicle does not steer left or 1. Worn or contaminated brake pads 1. Change pads
right
2. Leaking caliper or brake lines or air in 2. Take the vehicle to an Argo dealer
system for servicing