BOMBARDIER DS 250 Manual

This Operator’s Guide utilizes the following symbols to emphasize particular in-
formation:
The Safety Alert Symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could severely
damage vehicle components.
WARNING
YOUR VEHICLE CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO OPERATE. A collision or rollover
can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers such as turning and driv-
ing on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.
For your safety, understand and follow all the warnings contained in this
Operator's Guide and the labels on your vehicle. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH!
Keep this Operator's Guide with the vehicle at all times.
WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this
Operator’s Guide, Safety Videocassette and on-product labels could cause
injury including the possibility of death!
All safety documentation should remain with the vehicle at the time of sale.
All content of the Safety Information section should be interpreted by the reader
as a warning which, if not followed, may result in injury including the possibility
of death.
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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Bombardier*recreational vehicle.
It is backed by the BRP warranty and
a network of authorized Bombardier
ATV distributors/dealers ready to pro-
vide the parts, service or accessories
you may require.
Your distributor/dealer is committed
to your satisfaction. He has taken
training to perform the initial setup
and inspection of your vehicle as well
as completed the final adjustment
before you took possession. At deliv-
ery, your distributor/dealer would have
explained the operation, maintenance
and safety features of the vehicle. We
trust you have taken full advantage of
this! If you need more complete ser-
vicing information, please ask your
distributor/dealer.
At delivery, you were also informed of
the warranty coverage and completed
the Warranty Registration Form which
is to be sent to us for processing. In
the near future you should be receiv-
ing a warranty card which will confirm
our receipt of the registration as well
as be used for warranty or recall pur-
poses.
You are invited to contact our cus-
tomer assistance center should you
experience problems which cannot be
resolved by an authorized Bombardier
ATV distributor/dealer.
It is understood that this Operator’s
Guide may be translated into another
language. In the event of any discrep-
ancy, the English version shall prevail.
Throughout this document the mascu-
lineisusedtodenotethemasculineor
feminine.
The information and components/
system descriptions contained in this
document are correct at the time of
publication. BRP, however, maintains
a policy of continuous improvement
of its products without imposing upon
itself any obligation to install them
on products previously manufactured.
Due to late changes, some differ-
ences between the manufactured
product and the descriptions and/or
specifications in this guide may occur.
BRP reserves the right at any time to
discontinue or change specifications,
designs, features, models or equip-
ment without incurring any obligation
upon itself.
The illustrations in this document
show the typical construction of the
different assemblies and may not re-
produce the full detail or exact shape
of the parts. However, they represent
parts that have the same or similar
function.
TheuseofRIGHTandLEFTindica-
tions in the text always refers to driv-
ing position (when sitting on vehicle).
Specifications are given in the inter-
national metric system with the SAE
U.S. equivalent in parenthesis. Where
precise accuracy is not required, some
conversions are rounded off for easier
use.
We recommend genuine BRP prod-
ucts for replacement parts and acces-
sories. They’ve been especially de-
signed for your vehicle and manufac-
tured to meet BRP’s demanding stan-
dards.
A Shop Manual can be obtained for
complete service and maintenance in-
formation and more repair information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
While reading this Operator’s Guide, remember that:
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if not avoided, could result in serious in-
jury or death.
NOTICE................................................................................ 7
European Community ........................................................... 7
INTRODUCTION..................................................................... 8
SAFETY INFORMATION
SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES................................................... 10
OPERATION WARNINGS.......................................................... 13
SAFETY WARNING ................................................................ 39
Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 40
Clothing.......................................................................... 41
Carrying Loads .................................................................. 42
Hauling a Trailer ................................................................. 42
Working with your Vehicle..................................................... 42
Recreational Riding............................................................. 42
Environment..................................................................... 43
Design Limitation ............................................................... 43
Off-Highway Operation......................................................... 44
General Operating and Safety Precautions .................................. 44
Uphill Driving .................................................................... 44
Downhill Driving ................................................................ 45
Side Hilling....................................................................... 45
Drop-Offs........................................................................ 45
Riding Techniques .............................................................. 45
Routine Maintenance........................................................... 52
HANG TAG .......................................................................... 53
LOCATION OF THE IMPORTANT LABELS...................................... 54
VEHICLE INFORMATION
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR ATV .................................................. 60
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT .................................... 62
1) Throttle Lever ................................................................ 64
2) Front Brake Lever............................................................ 64
3) Rear Brake Lever............................................................. 64
4) Parking Brake................................................................. 65
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5) Transmission Lever.......................................................... 65
6) Multi-Function Switch....................................................... 66
7) Indicator Lamps.............................................................. 68
8) Ignition Switch ............................................................... 68
9) Fuel Tank Cap ................................................................ 69
10) Fuel Valve ................................................................... 69
11) Front/Rear Brake Pedal .................................................... 70
12) Footpeg...................................................................... 70
13) Tool Kit....................................................................... 70
14) Radiator Cap ................................................................ 71
15) Fuse.......................................................................... 71
16) Vehicle Lock................................................................. 71
17) Horn Button................................................................. 72
18) Hazard Warning Switch.................................................... 72
19) Seat Latch................................................................... 72
20) 12-Volt Power Outlet....................................................... 73
21) Speedometer ............................................................... 73
LIQUIDS.............................................................................. 75
Fuel............................................................................... 75
Engine Oil........................................................................ 75
Gearbox Oil...................................................................... 77
Engine Coolant.................................................................. 77
Brake Fluid....................................................................... 78
Battery ........................................................................... 79
BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................................. 80
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 81
General........................................................................... 81
Pre-Operation Check ........................................................... 81
Initial Cold Starting.............................................................. 81
Warm Engine Starting.......................................................... 82
Stopping the Engine............................................................ 82
Shifting the Transmission...................................................... 82
SPECIAL PROCEDURES........................................................... 84
Flooded Engine.................................................................. 84
Engine Overheat................................................................ 84
Post-Operation Care............................................................ 85
Turn Over ........................................................................ 85
ATV Immersion.................................................................. 85
Storage and Preseason Preparation .......................................... 85
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CARGO AND TRANSPORTATION ............................................... 86
TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................. 88
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................... 92
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE CHART........................................................... 98
GENERAL.......................................................................... 102
ENGINE ............................................................................ 103
Oil Change and Oil Strainer Cleaning ....................................... 103
Gearbox Oil Replacement.................................................... 104
Coolant Replacement ........................................................ 104
Drive Belt...................................................................... 105
Valve Adjustment ............................................................. 105
Radiator........................................................................ 106
Air Injection Valve Filter Cleaning ........................................... 106
CARBURETOR .................................................................... 108
AIR INTAKE SYSTEM............................................................ 109
Air Box Draining............................................................... 109
Air Filter Cleaning............................................................. 109
ELECTRICAL....................................................................... 111
Spark Plug ..................................................................... 111
Battery ......................................................................... 111
Fuse............................................................................ 112
Bulb Replacement............................................................ 112
DRIVE TRAIN...................................................................... 115
Drive Chain .................................................................... 115
Sprocket and Pinion .......................................................... 116
Wheel.......................................................................... 117
Wheel Bearing/Bushings Condition......................................... 117
Tires/Wheels .................................................................. 117
STEERING SYSTEM.............................................................. 119
Throttle Cable Lubrication.................................................... 119
Throttle Lever Adjustment................................................... 120
SUSPENSION..................................................................... 121
Adjustment.................................................................... 121
Lubrication..................................................................... 121
Inspection...................................................................... 121
BRAKE.............................................................................. 123
Front Brake.................................................................... 123
Rear Brake..................................................................... 123
Parking Brake.................................................................. 123
Brake Cable Lubrication...................................................... 123
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Inspection...................................................................... 124
Brake Fluid Replacement .................................................... 124
BODY/FRAME..................................................................... 125
Engine Area ................................................................... 125
Hitch/Trailer Ball Condition (if so equipped)................................ 125
Fasteners...................................................................... 125
Seat Fasteners ................................................................ 125
Vehicle Cleaning and Protection............................................. 125
WARRANTY
BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2006 BOMBARDIER* ATV
PRODUCTS........................................................................ 128
PRIVACY OBLIGATION/DISCLAIMER......................................... 132
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ........................................ 133
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NOTICE
This Operator's Guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner/operator
of a new vehicle with the various ve-
hicle controls, maintenance and safe
operating instructions. It is indispens-
able for the proper use of the product.
This Operator's Guide uses the follow-
ing symbols.
WARNING
Indicates a potential hazard that, if
not avoided, could result in serious
injury or death.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction
which, if not followed, could se-
verely damage vehicle compo-
nents.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary infor-
mation needed to fully complete an in-
struction.
Although the mere reading of such in-
formation does not eliminate the haz-
ard, the understanding and application
of the information will promote the
correct use of this vehicle.
To fully appreciate the pleasures, en-
joyment and excitement of using this
vehicle, there are some basic rules
that MUST be observed and followed
by any user.
European Community
This warning applies only in the Euro-
pean Countries where on road usage
is allowed.
WARNING
On road use:
• This vehicle is built for OFF-
ROAD purposes only. It may
be used for short distances
on paved surfaces at reduced
speed, in order to move the ve-
hicle from an off-road location
to another.
• When driving this vehicle on
roads, always refrain from
speeding and substantially re-
duce vehicle speed when turn-
ing.
• Failure to do so can cause a loss
of vehicle control, possibly re-
sulting in serious injury.
Front winch:
• The front winch hook of the
so equipped vehicle must be
removed and stored when rid-
ing the vehicle on public trails
and/or roads.
• Failure to do so can increase the
risk of injury to bystanders.
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INTRODUCTION
Your distributor/dealer should have
provided you with some basic infor-
mation on the particular controls and
features of your new vehicle. Please
takethetimetostudythisOpera-
tor's Guide and all on-product warning
labels as well as the Safety Video-
cassette that came with this vehicle.
They more completely describe what
you should know about this vehicle
before riding it.
Whether you are a new user or an
experienced rider, it is important for
your personal safety that you know the
controls and features of this vehicle.
Equally important is knowing how to
properly ride.
Irrespective of your age, experience or
state regulations, it is always prudent
for you or any other person who may
ride your vehicle, to take an approved
safe riding course. Please check with
your distributor/dealer or local authori-
ties for availability in your area. If you
are a completely new rider, this should
be done before your first ride. Your in-
structor should be able to provide ad-
vice on local conditions and safe riding
practices particular to the area.
Riding conditions vary from place
to place. Each is subject to weather
conditions which may radically change
fromtimetotimeandfromseasonto
season.
Riding on sand is different than rid-
ing on snow or through forests or
marshes. Each location may require
a greater degree of awareness and
skill. Show good judgement. Always
proceed with caution. Please do not
take any unnecessary risks that could
leave you stranded or possibly injured.
The contents of this Operator's Guide
provide riding information which has
been proven reliable by other users.
They are not intended as a definitive
means of avoiding accidents. How
you apply this information, coupled
with your mental and physical condi-
tion, the particular terrain hazard and
your risk acceptance level will have
an effect on your riding experience.
Have fun... and ride responsibly.
This Operator's Guide has been pre-
pared to acquaint the owner/operator
of a new vehicle with the various ve-
hicle controls, maintenance and safe
operating instructions. They are indis-
pensable for the proper use of the
product.
Wewouldbepleasedtoreceiveany
comments on the content and format
of this Operator's Guide, the Safety
Videocassette or on-product warnings
labels.
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