Honda Vtx 1800 F Service Manual

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Catalytic Converter
Technical Information
A defective catalytic converter contributes
to air pollution, and can impair your
engine’s perf ormance. Follow these
guidelines to protect your motorcycle’s
catalytic converter.
Always use unleaded gasoline. Even a
small amount of leaded gasoline can
contaminate the catalyst metals, making
the catalytic converter ineffective.
Keep the engine tuned-up.
Have your motorcycle diagnosed and
repaired if it is misf iring, backf iring,
stalling or otherwise not running
properly. Both Types of Catalytic Converters:
Catalytic converters must operate at a high
temperature for the chemical reactions to
take place. They can set fire to any
combustible materials that come near them.
Park your motorcycle away f rom high
grasses, dry leaves, or other flammables.
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Oxygenated Fuels
Technical Information
Some conventional gasolines are being
blended with alcohol or an ether
compound. These gasolines are
collectively referred to as oxygenated
fuels. To meet clean air standards, some
areas of the United States and Canada use
oxygenated f uels to help reduce emissions.
If you use an oxygenated f uel, be sure it is
unleaded and meets the minimum octane
rating requirement.
Bef ore using an oxygenated f uel, try to
conf irm the f uel’s contents. Some states/
provinces require this inf ormation to be
posted on the pump.The f ollowing are the EPA-approved
percentages of oxygenates:
ETHANOL (ethyl or grain alcohol) 10%
by Volume
You may use gasoline containing up to
10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline
containing ethanol may be marketed
under the name ‘‘Gasohol’’.
MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) 15%
by Volume
You may use gasoline containing up to
15% MTBE by volume.
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Oxygenated Fuels
Technical Information
Oxygenated f uels can damage paint and
plastic. Damage caused by spilled f uel is
not covered by warranty. Fuel system damage or perf ormance
problems resulting f rom the use of an
oxygenated f uel containing more than the
percentages of oxygenates mentioned
above are not covered under warranty.
Oxygenated fuels can damage paint and
plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when
f illing the f uel tank. Wipe up any spills
immediately.
If you notice any undesirable operating
symptoms, try another service station or
switch to another brand of gasoline. METHANOL (methyl or wood alcohol)
5% by Volume
You may use gasoline containing
methanol containing up to 5% methanol
by volume as long as it also contains
cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to
protect the f uel system. Gasoline
containing more than 5% methanol by
volume may cause starting and/or
perf ormance problems. It may also
damage metal, rubber, and plastic parts
of your f uel system.
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Consumer Inf ormation
Consumer Information
This section contains inf ormation on your
warranty and how to get an of f icial Honda
service manual............................. Authorized Manuals . 216
............................. Warranty Coverage . 219
................................. Warranty Service . 220
................................ Contacting Honda . 221
............................. Your Honda Dealer . 222
The Honda Rider’s Club
.......................................... (USA only) . 223
Reporting Safety Defects
.......................................... (USA only) . 224
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2005 VTX1800C/F Service Manual
Common Service Manual
2005 VTX1800C/F Owner’s Manual 61MCH03
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Authorized Manuals
Consumer Information
The Service Manual used by your authorized Honda dealer is available f rom Helm, Inc.
(USA only, Canada: See your Honda dealer to order authorized manuals.)
Also available, but not necessary, to service your model is the Honda Common Service
Manual which explains theory of operation and basic service inf ormation f or various systems
common to all Honda motorcycles, motor scooters and ATVs.
These Honda manuals are written f or the prof essional technician, but most mechanically-
capable owners should f ind them easy to use if they have the proper tools and observe proper
saf ety standards. Special Honda tools are necessary f or some procedures.
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Warranty Coverage
Consumer Information
Your new Honda is covered by these
warranties:
Motorcycle Limited Warranty
Exhaust Emission Warranty
Noise Control Warranty
There are responsibilities, restrictions, and
exclusions which apply to these warranties.
Please read the Warranties Booklet given
to you by your Honda dealer at the time of
purchase. Be sure to keep your Honda
owner’s card with your Warranties
Booklet (USA only).
It is important to realize that your
warranty applies to defects in material or
workmanship of your Honda. Your
warranty coverage does not apply to
normal wear or deterioration associated
with using the motorcycle.Your warranty coverage will not be
voided if you choose to perf orm your own
maintenance. However, you should have
the proper tools and service inf ormation
and be mechanically qualified. Failures
that occur due directly to improper
maintenance are not covered.
Almost all of your warranty coverage can
be extended through the Honda Protection
Plan (USA only). For more inf ormation,
see your Honda dealer.
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Warranty Service
Consumer Information
Please remember that recommended
maintenance interval servicing is not
included in your warranty coverage.
Additionally, your warranty does not
apply to the normal wear of items (such as
brakes, tires, etc.).
If you believe you have a problem with
your motorcycle, call the service
department of your Honda dealer. Make
an appointment f or an inspection and
diagnosis. Remember, as the owner of the
motorcycle, you will be asked to authorize
that inspection. Your dealer will give you
the results of the inspection. If the
problem is covered under warranty, your
dealer will perf orm the warranty repairs
f or you.If you have questions about warranty
coverage or the nature of the repair, it is
best to talk to the service manager of your
Honda dealer.
Sometimes, in spite of the best intentions
of all concerned, a misunderstanding may
occur. If you aren’t satisf ied with your
dealer’s handling of the situation, we
suggest you discuss your problem with the
appropriate member of the dealership’s
management team. If the problem has
already been reviewed with the Service
Manager, Parts Manager, Sales Manager,
etc., contact the Owner of the dealership
or their designated representative.
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							221Consumer Information
Contacting Honda
Your owner’s manual was written to cover
most of the questions you might ask about
your Honda. Any questions not answered
in the owner’s manual can be answered by
your Honda dealer. If your dealer doesn’t
have the answer right away, they will get
it f or you.Motorcycle Division, American Honda
Motor Co., Inc., P.O. Box 2220, Torrance,
CA 90509-2220, mailstop: 100-4W-5B,
telephone: (310) 532-9811.
Canada: Refer to the Warranties Booklet
that was supplied with your vehicle.
Please include the f ollowing inf ormation
in your letter:
name, address, and telephone number
product model, year, and f rame/VIN
serial number
date of purchase
dealer name and address
We will likely ask your Honda dealer to
respond, or possibly acknowledge your
comments directly. If you have a dif f erence of opinion with
your dealer, please remember that each
dealership is independently owned and
operated. That’s why it’s important to
work to resolve any dif f erences at the
dealership level.
If you wish to comment on your
experiences with your Honda or with your
dealer, please send your comments to the
f ollowing address (USA only):
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