Target Audience:
ATV owners, farmers, ranchers, hunters, and landowners needing a dependable mid-size utility quad; DIY mechanics and professional technicians servicing these machines
Class:
Mid-size utility ATV
Key Strengths:
Proven Suzuki engineering, durable single-cylinder engine, automatic CVT transmission, and available 2WD/4WD configurations suited to work and trail use
Engine:
Air-cooled SOHC single-cylinder four-stroke
Transmission:
Automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT)
Drive:
2WD with 4WD available on the LT-A400F variant
Engine:
Complete engine and transmission disassembly, assemblies and disassemblies, repair and overhaul
Fuel System:
Fuel system service, carburetor overhaul, and tuning
Ignition System:
Ignition diagnostics, testing, and repair
Lubrication System:
Lubrication system service and oil circuit procedures
Exhaust System:
Exhaust removal, installation, and inspection
Electrical System:
Wiring, charging, starting, and electrical component testing and repair
Body and Chassis:
Body panels, frame, suspension, brakes, and steering procedures
Tune-Ups:
Complete tune-up specifications and step-by-step procedures
Scheduled Maintenance:
Routine maintenance and servicing intervals and tasks
Removal and Installation:
Component removal and installation procedures throughout the machine
Assembly and Disassembly:
Full assembly and disassembly instructions, including engine and transmission teardown
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to follow when trouble occurs
Specifications:
Torque specifications, clearances, and factory service data
Detail Level:
Dealer-level service information equivalent to an authorized Suzuki service department
Special Tools:
Suzuki special tools identified by part number and illustrated where required
Torque Data:
Fastener tightening specifications included; use of a torque wrench is emphasized
Safety Guidance:
Safety precautions and required safety equipment outlined for all repair work
Assumed Skill Level:
Assumes the technician is fully conversant with general mechanical practices
Component Instructions:
Includes instructions for components manufactured for the LT-A400 Eiger
Proprietary Components:
Incorporates the respective component manufacturers' instructions for proprietary parts
Purpose:
Enables technicians to understand component functions and judge machine performance as a whole
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:
Air-cooled SOHC single-cylinder four-stroke
Lubrication:
Wet sump lubrication system
Starting:
Electric start with recoil backup
Detailed Specifications:
Full bore, stroke, compression, and tuning specs provided in the 518-page manual
Horsepower Rating:
N/A - factory rating not published in the source material
Workshop Safety:
Manual details required safety equipment and precautions, including torque wrench use to factory specifications
Braking System:
Front and rear brake service, inspection, and repair procedures covered
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - ATVs are not subject to automotive crash test ratings
Active Safety Systems:
N/A - not applicable to this vehicle class
Instrumentation:
Dash gauge cluster service and troubleshooting covered in the electrical section
Electrical System:
Complete wiring diagrams, testing, and repair procedures
Infotainment:
N/A - utility ATV, no audio or infotainment system
Driver Assistance:
N/A - not applicable to this vehicle class
Scheduled Maintenance:
Full maintenance and tune-up schedules and procedures included in the manual
Routine Servicing:
Step-by-step routine maintenance and servicing tasks for owners and technicians
Lubrication System:
Engine oil and lubrication system service procedures covered
Fluid Specifications:
Factory fluid capacities and specifications listed in the manual service data
Common Wear Items:
Brakes, drive system, filters, and CVT components covered with inspection and replacement procedures
Manufacturer:
Suzuki, a longtime pioneer in all-terrain vehicles and one of the original ATV manufacturers
Model Line:
The Eiger nameplate served as Suzuki's mid-size utility ATV line before the later KingQuad range
Production Years:
Eiger production ran from 2002 through 2009, with the 2008-2009 models covered by this manual representing the final years
Production Location:
N/A - not specified in the source material
