Argo 8x8 750 HDI Operator's Manual

Printed in Canada 04/2010 Do not remove this manual from this vehicle. ...

Thank you for selecting an ARGO amphibious, off-road utility vehicle! Ontario Drive & Gear Limited has been building ARGO vehicles since 1967. By listening carefully to our customers and responding to their needs, we have been constantly improving the ARGO and will continue to do so. Over thirty thousand ARGO vehicles have provided reliable service all over the world. From Britain to the Far East, Alaska to t ...

instructions and warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury. Warnings are identified in the text by the following symbol: Warning text warns the user about potential hazards that can result in personal injury or death. Cautions are identified in the text by the following symbol: This manual is based on the latest product information available at the ti ...

of the ARGO from date of printing. Please take the time to read this manual carefully, for your safety and that of others. By following these instructions, you will ensure extended, trouble free operation of your vehicle. For maintenance and adjustment of the engine, refer to the engine manufacturer’s operation and mainten ...

1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 AMPHIBIOUS OPERATION............................................................................................. 1 1.2 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.................................................................................... 1 1.3 WIND CHILL FACTOR ................................................................................................. 1 1.4 MODEL IDENTIFICATION................................... ...

5.6.2 Driving Procedures in Water................................................................................ 17 5.6.3 Driving Out of Water........................................................................................... 17 5.6.4 Outboard Motor Bracket................................................... ...

7.2 DRIVE SYSTEM & TIRES..................................................................................................... 28 7.2.1 DRIVE BELT............................................................................................................. 28 Drive Belt Removal................................................................................................... 29 Drive Belt Installation........................................ ...

Raise the Vehicle ............................................................................................................................. 45 Preparing the Engine for Storage..................................................................................................... 45 10.0 POTENTIAL HAZARDS...................................................................................................................... ...

All models of the ARGO are amphibious and capable of tra- versing calm water. Special operating procedures and safety precautions must be observed before entering the water and during amphibious operation. Do not drive your vehicle into water until you have read Section 5.6 Amphibious Opera- tion. Operators with disabilities need to take certain precautions in the interest of their own safety. Refe ...

on land and in water as listed in the following: 8x8 750 HDi (P) Engine: Kohler 748 cc (31 h.p.) V-twin 4 cycle, liquid cooled Transmission: Forward, neutral and reverse with high/low range Clutch: Variable speed torque converter Fuel Capacity: 27 Litre (5.9 Imp. Ga., 7.1 U.S Gal.) Steering/Brakes: Hydraulic steering disc brakes with hydraulic disc stopping brakes ...

Engine: Briggs & Stratton Vanguard, 480 cc, V-Twin, 4 cycle, air cooled Transmission: 2 forward speeds, neutral and reverse Clutch: Variable speed torque converter Fuel Capacity: 27 Litre (5.9 Imp. Ga., 7.1 U.S Gal.) Steering/Brakes: Hydraulic Caliper, 10.25" disc with holding brake system Drive Chains: Single RC-60 roller chain Electrical: 12 volt D.C. battery, 435 cranking amps at 0 F; 20 Amp magneto ...

There are labels on all models which indicate operating hazards and provide special operating instructions. Information about the use of the holding brake system, the use of the vehicle in water, correct fueling procedures and placement of the floorpans has been provided on distinctive coloured labels fastened to the various locations on the Argo. Figure 1-1 Location of Information Labels - All Models ...

2.1 NEW VEHICLE “BREAK-IN” PROCEDURE To obtain long term, trouble free service from your vehicle, observe the following break-in guidelines: 1. Vary the speed of the vehicle for the first tank of fuel. Avoid full throttle operation during break-in period. 2. Check engine and transmission oil levels daily during break-in period. 3. Change the transmission oil after initial 20 hours of opera- tion, or after 2 ...

Make sure all passengers riding in an ARGO equipped with tracks and ice cleats are informed to keep hands, feet and clothing inside the vehicle, well away from the tracks and ice cleats, while the ARGO is in motion. Serious injury or death could result from getting caught by the ice cleats. 2.4 OPERATORS WITH DISABILITIES The information below pertains to safety procedures, which, if not followed, can result in per ...

including yourself are wearing the seat belts and you are strapped in your seat firmly at all times. Loss of seating posi- tion could result in loss of control of the vehicle. Be constantly aware of the overall height and width of your Argo vehicle equipped with the ROPS. Watch out for low objects, eg. brush, branches, etc. which could strike the ROPS and cause the vehicle to stop ...

Argo body. All Camouflage material is especially vulner- able to damage and peeling if it comes into contact with gasoline. Take precautionary action when refueling to protect the body from any such occurances. 2.7 Instrument Cluster Beginning with 2009 model year, Argos are equipped with an LCD instrument cluster. Figure 2-1. It displays battery voltage, hourmeter, odometer, speedometer, coolant te ...

Do NOT oversteer. Avoid the tendency to push or pull harder on the steering system if the vehicle is not re- sponding as expected. Once the steering brakes have been locked, pushing or pulling harder on the steering system will not increase the turning capacity of the vehicle. Damage may occur to the steering system as a result of oversteering. The moto-cross style steering handle bar is used to t ...

Do not operate the starter continuously for more than 5 seconds or the starter may overheat. Wait 30 seconds between each operation of the starter to let it cool and the battery power recover. Never attempt to restart the engine until the engine completely stops. Always remove key from switch when leaving vehicle unattended or when vehicle is not in use. 5. Release the key as soon as the ...

GEARS 3.9.1 Changing Transmission Gears - Avenger and Frontier Avenger and Frontier models are equipped with a four position transmission. The gearshift lever extends through the firewall and is moved in an "H" pattern. Low Range is located to the left of neutral, high range to the right of neutral and reverse up and to the right of neutral. (See Figure 3-5.) PLEASE OBSERVE CAUT ...