Target audience:
Professional mechanical technicians and experienced ATV owners performing their own maintenance and repair
Intended use:
Work and utility quad, widely used on farms, ranches and for trail riding
Dealer-level content:
Includes specifications and procedures available in authorized Suzuki dealer service departments
Cost savings:
Avoid shop labor and overhead costs by performing simpler jobs yourself
Reliability of information:
Provides the most reliable repair and overhaul information for the LT-A400
Manual type:
Workshop / service manual (repair and overhaul)
Delivery method:
Instant digital download
Skill level assumed:
Technicians familiar with general service practices
Advisory symbols:
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTE callouts highlight critical information
Special tools:
Referenced by Suzuki special tool number with illustrations
Engine:
Complete repair, removal and installation, assemblies and disassemblies
Fuel system:
Carburetor service, fuel delivery and tuning
Ignition system:
Diagnosis, testing and repair procedures
Transmission and drive:
Clutch, gearbox and final drive service
Electrical system:
Wiring, charging and starting system diagnostics
Brakes:
Inspection, adjustment and overhaul
Suspension and steering:
Service and repair procedures
Wheels and tires:
Service information
Frame and body:
Removal, installation and repair
Tune-ups:
Full tune-up specifications and step-by-step procedures
Routine maintenance:
Scheduled servicing and adjustment intervals
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting procedures to follow when trouble occurs
Removal and installation:
Component R&I procedures throughout the vehicle
Assembly and disassembly:
Detailed teardown and rebuild instructions
Overhaul:
Complete repair and overhaul coverage
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances and factory service data included
Emphasis:
Special aspects of the product beyond general automotive practice
Proprietary components:
Instructions from respective component manufacturers included
Illustrations:
Diagrams and special tool illustrations throughout
Safety:
Required safety equipment and precautions identified
Special tools:
Identified by Suzuki special tool number where required
Fasteners:
Torque specifications provided for correct tightening
Fluids and lubricants:
Manufacturer specifications referenced for service fills
Part numbers:
N/A - this is a service procedure manual, not a parts catalog
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine type:
Single-cylinder 4-stroke air/oil-cooled SOHC
Valvetrain:
SOHC, 4 valves
Carburetor:
Mikuni carburetor
Starting system:
Electric start with recoil backup
Cooling:
Air/oil-cooled with oil cooler
Detailed specs:
Full torque, clearance and tuning data in the manual
Horsepower:
N/A - see manual specifications chapter for certified figures
Wheelbase:
Approximately 1275 mm (50.2 in)
Overall length:
Approximately 2085 mm (82.1 in)
Curb weight:
Approximately 261 kg (575 lb)
Ground clearance:
Approximately 240 mm (9.4 in)
Exact figures:
Verify against specifications chapter in the manual
Active and Passive Features
Brakes:
Dual front disc brakes and sealed rear drum brake
Lighting:
Headlight and taillight for visibility
Crash test rating:
N/A - ATVs are not assigned consumer crash test ratings
Owner guidance:
Manual emphasizes use of safety equipment and precautions during service
Instrumentation:
Speedometer with integrated indicator lights
Ignition:
DC-CDI electronic ignition system
Starting:
Electric starter with auxiliary recoil pull-start
Infotainment:
N/A - utility ATV, no audio or infotainment system
Driver assistance:
N/A - no electronic driver assistance systems on this model
Scheduled maintenance:
Full periodic maintenance chart with intervals included in manual
Routine servicing:
Step-by-step procedures for all regular tasks
Adjustments:
Valve, carburetor, cable and brake adjustment procedures
Engine oil:
Manufacturer-specified oil grade and capacities listed in manual
Known wear items:
Brake pads/shoes, drive system components, cables and carburetor servicing
Torque checks:
Torque wrench use emphasized to meet factory specifications
Brand and Model Background
Manufacturer:
Suzuki Motor Corporation, Japan
Model introduction:
Eiger LT-A400 introduced for the 2002 model year as a mid-size utility ATV
Model evolution:
Offered in manual-shift and automatic (F) versions through 2007
Production location:
Suzuki ATV production facilities
