HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual [Refer to back cover for applicable build code range]
NOTICE This manual is valid for vehicles manufactured in the build code range provided on the back cover of this manual. If the vehicle build code is different from that shown on the back cover of this manual, please contact your nearest dealer or go to www.husqvarna.com to retrieve the proper owner’s manual for the vehicle. See also Model Identification in this manual.
FOREWORD Thank you for choosing Husqvarna, the name most widely recognized as the industry leader in vehicle efficiency and long-lasting value. You have chosen the finest utility vehicle on the market. Please protect your investment and ensure that your Husqvarna vehicle(s) provides years of reliable, superior performance by reading and following the maintenance instructions in this manual.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Decal and Feature Identification .................................................................................................................. 4 Practice Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 7 Safety Details .......................................................................................................................................................
Safety Decal and Feature Identification SAFETY DECAL AND FEATURE IDENTIFICATION The following pages contain safety decal and feature identification information. For detailed information on specific features, read the appropriate section in this manual.
Safety Decal and Feature Identification HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX DIESEL CE MARK VEHICLES 4 6 3 5 9 1 2 7 8 374 1 1011553 2 101609401 3 102224001 4 5 Decal, Trailer Hitch Tongue Weight Notice (on 6 102961201 Decal, ROPS Warning (on ROPS) 7 103202601 Decal, Vehicle Loading Instructions (on cargo bed) Decal, Rotating Parts Warning (on frame) 8 103210401 Decal, Vehicle Loading Instructions (on cargo bed) 102459401 Decal, Young Driver Warning (on ROPS) 9 102884401 Decal, Rollover Warning
Safety Decal and Feature Identification HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX DIESEL CE MARK VEHICLES 3 2 1 1398 1 102460201 2 103687601 Page 6 Decal, Rotating Parts Warning (on vehicle body, under seat) 3 103687501 Decal, CE Mark Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX (on front fender) Decal, CE Mark Husqvarna HUV 5420 DX HD (on front fender) HUV 5420 DX All-Wheel Drive CE Mark Diesel Vehicle Owner’s Manual
Practice Safety PRACTICE SAFETY 399 Figure 1 Practice Safety Safety signs like you see above may at first seem shocking, but their impact is mild compared with the reality of severe personal injury. Your safety and satisfaction are of the utmost importance to us. That is why before operating the vehicle, we urge you to review the information in this manual.
Safety Details SAFETY DETAILS WARNING • This owner’s manual should be read completely before attempting to drive or service the vehicle. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could result in property damage, severe personal injury, or death. It is important to note that some vital statements throughout this manual and on the decals affixed to the vehicle are preceded by the words DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
General Warnings WARNING • Follow the procedures exactly as stated in this manual, and heed all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION statements in this manual as well as those on the vehicle. • Do not leave children unattended on vehicle. • Children requiring a child safety seat must not ride on the vehicle. Comply with state and local laws pertaining to child safety.
General Warnings DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY – DIESEL VEHICLES 1. Disable the vehicle. See Disabling the Vehicle on page 9. 2. Disconnect the battery cables, negative (–) cable first, as shown (Figure 2). 2 (+) PO S NEG 1 (–) 1. Remove negative battery cable. 2. Remove positive battery cable. Connect battery cables in reverse order. 189 188 Figure 2 Battery Cable Removal Figure 3 All-Wheel Drive Warning CONNECTING THE BATTERY – DIESEL VEHICLES 1.
General Information 1403 Figure 4 Dispose of Lead-acid Batteries Properly INTERNATIONAL SAFETY SYMBOLS ON BATTERIES Anyone using, repairing, or servicing the vehicle must understand and heed the safety symbols on the vehicle battery or batteries. 2 1 1. Shield eyes. 2. Read and follow operating instructions. 4 3 6 5 3. No smoking, no open flames, no sparks. 5. Battery acid hazard. 4. Keep away from children. 6. Explosive gas hazard. Refer to General Warnings for more information.
Model Identification MODEL IDENTIFICATION The serial number of each vehicle is printed on a bar code decal mounted either below the passenger side cup holder or above the accelerator or brake pedal (Example: PH0901-583947) (Figure 6). The two letters (1) at the beginning of the serial number indicate the vehicle model. The following four digits (2) indicate the model year and production week during which the vehicle was built.
Controls and Indicators 9 8 A 6 10 B 12 C 13 15 11 7 4 5 1 3 2 193 Figure 7 Instrument Panel – Diesel Vehicles WARNING • Moving parts! Keep clear of the engine compartment while the engine is running. CAUTION • Do not shift the Forward/Reverse handle while the accelerator pedal is pressed. Shift the handle only when the vehicle is at a complete stop and the engine is at idle. Failure to heed this caution could result in damage to the transmission.
Controls and Indicators FORWARD/REVERSE CONTROL The Forward/Reverse handle (6) is located on the right side of the instrument panel (Figure 7). The handle has three distinct positions: FORWARD (A), NEUTRAL (B), and REVERSE (C). Push the handle up to operate the vehicle in the forward direction, or pull the handle down to operate the vehicle in reverse. The engine can be started only when the handle is in the NEUTRAL (middle) position. The engine must be at idle before shifting the Forward/Reverse handle.
Controls and Indicators 4 191 Figure 8 Park Brake Release STEERING ADJUSTMENT LOCK The steering wheel position is adjustable. To adjust the steering wheel position, press down on the steering adjustment lock lever (5), then move the steering wheel to the desired position (Figure 7). While holding the steering wheel in the desired position, pull up on the steering adjustment lock lever to firmly lock the steering column in position. See following WARNING.
Roll-Over Protective Structure and Seat Belts CAUTION • Failure to add oil immediately when the low oil warning light stays on may result in permanent engine damage. FUEL GAUGE/HOUR METER The fuel gauge and hour meter (8) are housed together on the right side of the instrument panel (Figure 7). The fuel gauge operates when the key switch is in the ON position and allows the operator to monitor the fuel level in the vehicle.
Roll-Over Protective Structure and Seat Belts WARNING • The ROPS must be properly installed before operating the vehicle. Husqvarna strongly urges that the vehicle’s occupants be properly restrained at all times with the seat belts provided. Pregnant woman: Consult your doctor for specific recommendations. The seat belt should be worn securely and as low as possible over the hips and not on the waist. Injured person: Depending on the injury, first check with your doctor for specific recommendations.
Seat Latch and Adjustment WARNING • In the event of a roll-over, do not attempt to jump or otherwise exit the vehicle. Remain seated with seat belt fastened and with arms and legs inside the vehicle. • After inserting the tab, make sure the tab and buckle are locked and that the belt is not twisted. • Loose fitting seat belts could increase the chance of injury due to sliding under the belt if sudden braking should occur. Keep the seat belt snug and positioned as low on the hip bone as possible.
Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist 4. Install washers and bolts, and tighten to 96 in-lb (10.8 N·m). 5. Install the seat. See preceding WARNING “Make sure seat hinges and latch...” PRE-OPERATION AND DAILY SAFETY CHECKLIST Each Husqvarna vehicle has been thoroughly inspected and adjusted at the factory; however, upon receiving your new vehicle(s), you should become familiar with the controls, indicators, and operation.
Driving Instructions checked and adjusted as required. When the brake pedal is fully pressed under heavy pressure, the pedal should feel firm and the distance between the back of the pedal and the floorboard should be a minimum of 1.25 inches (3.2 cm). Brake adjustment must be maintained so the brake pedal cannot be pressed to the floorboard under any circumstance. • Park brake: When latched, the park brake should lock the wheels and hold the vehicle stationary on an incline of 20% or less.
Driving Instructions WARNING • To help prevent falls from the vehicle, remain seated with seat belt fastened and hold on to hand holds at all times. Driver should keep both hands on the steering wheel when the vehicle is in motion. • To help prevent the possibility of serious injury, keep entire body inside the vehicle. • To help prevent overturning the vehicle, drive slowly in turns. • To help prevent overturning the vehicle, drive slowly straight up and down slopes.
Driving Instructions 10. Keep the brake pedal engaged, and select direction of travel by placing the shift handle in the desired position (Figure 7). The engine must be at idle before the shift handle is moved. A buzzer will sound as a warning when the Forward/Reverse handle is in the REVERSE position. 11. Release the brake pedal completely, and then slowly press the accelerator pedal. As the accelerator pedal is pressed, the vehicle will begin to move.
Driving Instructions WARNING • To avoid the risk of rollover when operating a vehicle equipped with mud tires on a paved surface: reduce speed, use extreme caution, and drive slowly in turns. • The diameter of all tires on the vehicle must be equal; otherwise the all-wheel drive system will not operate as intended and could result in severe personal injury or death. Never install tires of different diameters on the vehicle.
Bed Latch and Prop Rod BED LATCH AND PROP ROD See General Warnings on page 8. The bed latch (Figure 10) has an automatically engaging prop rod and prop rod track (Figure 11) as standard features. To lift the bed, pull the bed latch handle toward the rear of the vehicle and lift the bed. The prop rod will come to rest in one of the notches in the prop rod track. To close the bed, lift the bed so that the prop rod is no longer supported in one of the track notches.
Loading and Unloading Cargo LOADING AND UNLOADING CARGO WARNING • Firmly engage park brake before loading vehicle. • Do not allow riders in the cargo bed. • Reduce vehicle load and speed when driving up or down slopes or on uneven terrain. • Do not exceed rated vehicle capacity. Rated capacity is for level surfaces only. • Overloading can affect vehicle handling or cause component failure, resulting in loss of control of vehicle and possible severe personal injury or death. • Do not load tailgate.
Vehicle Load Capacities VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITIES Maximum Occupant Capacity The maximum occupant capacity is the maximum allowable weight for occupants (operator and passengers) to operate the vehicle safely. Gross Trailer Weight Gross trailer weight is the combination of the trailer weight and the trailer load weight. Maximum Payload Capacity The maximum payload capacity is the maximum amount of load that the vehicle can haul in the cargo bed and/or tow in a trailer.
Towing with the Vehicle TOWING WITH THE VEHICLE WARNING • Do not tow a vehicle or trailer on public streets or highways. • Normal vehicle operating speed should be reduced when towing. • Extreme caution should be used when towing. • Do not allow riders in the vehicle or trailer being towed. • Avoid sudden starts, sudden stops, and tight turns when towing. • Avoid stopping on a hill when towing. If you must stop on a hill, avoid sudden starts, or rolling backwards and stopping suddenly.
Storage STORAGE See General Warnings on page 8. DANGER • Do not attempt to drain fuel when the engine is hot or while it is running. • Clean up any spilled fuel before operating the vehicle. • Store fuel in an approved fuel container only. Store in a well-ventilated area away from sparks, open flames, heaters, or heat sources. • Keep fuel out of the reach of children. • Do not siphon fuel from the vehicle.
Maintenance 11. Do not engage the park brake. Chock the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling. RETURNING THE STORED VEHICLE TO SERVICE 1. Make sure the key switch is in the OFF position and the Forward/Reverse handle is in the NEUTRAL position. Chock the wheels. 2. Restore the fuel system to operation (Figure 26). 2.1. Remove the plug from the fuel tank vent. 2.2. Connect the vent tube to the fuel tank vent. 3. Connect battery. See Connecting the Battery – Diesel Vehicles on page 10.
Periodic Service Schedule WARNING • To avoid unintentionally starting the vehicle, disconnect battery. See Disconnecting the Battery – Diesel Vehicles on page 10. • If wires are removed or replaced make sure wiring and wire harness are properly routed and secured. Failure to properly route and secure wiring could result in vehicle malfunction, property damage, personal injury, or death. • Lift only one end of the vehicle at a time.
Periodic Service Schedule PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist See Pre-Operation and Daily Safety Checklist on page 19. Daily service by owner Performance Inspection See Performance Inspection on page 19. Check engine oil level; add if necessary. See Engine Oil Level Check on page 35. Engine Diesel vehicles: Check engine coolant; add if necessary. See Engine Coolant Level Check on page 40.
Periodic Service Schedule PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERVAL SERVICE 19.See also Brake System Section in the appropriate maintenance and service manual. Check for leaks around gaskets, fill plugs, etc. Diesel vehicles: Check the v-belt for proper tension or damage. Adjust or replace if Engine necessary. Diesel vehicles: Change engine coolant. See Radiator and Cooling System Section in the maintenance and service manual.
Periodic Lubrication Schedule PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE PERIODIC LUBRICATION SCHEDULE REGULAR INTERVAL LUBRICATION SERVICE RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT POINTS Diesel vehicle: First change 50 hours – additional change for both every 100 hours 1 Change engine oil and oil filter Diesel vehicles: 3 qt. (2.8 L) with filter See Oil Viscosity on page 38. of operation or annually, whichever comes first.
Brake Fluid Reservoir BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR 1 2 2 1 3 1. Full Level 2. Safe Level 3. Low Level 202 201 Figure 14 Brake Fluid and Coolant Access (diesel vehicle shown) Figure 15 Brake Fluid Reservoir The brake fluid reservoir (1) is located under the hood (Figure 14). Raise the hood to check the brake fluid level. During the brake fluid level inspection, also inspect the following: • The presence of brake fluid on the exterior surface of the master cylinder indicates a leak.
Engine Oil ENGINE OIL Even though the low oil warning light on the instrument panel should illuminate if the oil level becomes low, the engine oil level should be checked daily. The vehicle should be on a level surface when the oil is checked. Do not overfill the engine with oil. ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK 1. Remove the oil level dipstick from the oil filler tube and wipe oil from the dipstick (Figure 16). See following CAUTION. CAUTION • Do not remove dipstick while engine is running. 2.
Engine Oil ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE Engine oil and oil filter should be changed after the first 50 hours of operation (diesel). After that, they should be changed every 100 hours of operation or annually, whichever comes first. Engine Oil Draining 1. Turn the key switch to the OFF position and remove the key. Place the Forward/Reverse handle in the NEUTRAL position. Chock the front wheels. 2. Disconnect battery. See Disconnecting the Battery – Diesel Vehicles on page 10. 3.
Engine Oil NOTE: An oil drip guard (1) can be used to prevent excess oil from dripping onto the engine base plate (Figure 18). Use an empty quart (one liter) container and cut the bottom off at an angle, then slide the open area of the container up and under the oil filter (2) before removal. Position the port of the plastic container so oil will be directed into the oil pan (3).
Engine Oil 212 Figure 20 Add Engine Oil – Diesel Vehicles OIL VISCOSITY Choose the viscosity according to the temperature as shown in the appropriate oil viscosity chart (Figure 21). See following NOTE. NOTE: Use engine oil with API classification CF for diesel engines. Using multi-grade oils (5W-20, 10W-30, and 10W-40) will increase oil consumption. If multi-grade oil is used, check the oil level more frequently.
Gearcase Lubrication GEARCASE LUBRICATION NOTE: Dispose of used oil according to the environmental laws and regulations for your area. LUBRICATION LEVEL CHECK FOR FRONT DIFFERENTIAL, TRANSMISSION, AND REAR DIFFERENTIAL Each gearcase component is equipped with two oil port plugs (1 and 2) (Figure 22, Figure 23, and Figure 24). When the vehicle is on a level surface, use the level indicator hole (upper plug) (1) as a lubricant level indicator.
Engine Coolant – Diesel Vehicles Check the level of lubricant at the level indicator plug (1). Apply Loctite 567 to the threads of the level indicator plug and tighten to 21 ft-lb (28 N·m). Rear differential: Clean and install the drain plug (2) and washer before filling the rear differential with new lubricant (Figure 24). Tighten the drain plug to 96 in-lb (10.8 N·m). Use a funnel to fill the differential through the lubricant level indicator hole (1). See Periodic Lubrication Schedule on page 33.
Air Intake System AIR INTAKE SYSTEM CAUTION • Do not drill into the driver-side frame. Failure to heed this caution could damage the engine by allowing excessive contamination to enter the air intake system. AIR FILTER REPLACEMENT The air filter should be inspected periodically and replaced when necessary. Filter changes should not exceed the recommended interval. See Periodic Service Schedule on page 30. More frequent service may be required in extremely dirty operating environments.
Fueling Instructions FUELING INSTRUCTIONS See General Warnings on page 8. DANGER • Turn the key switch to the OFF position before fueling. • Do not pour fuel into the fuel tank when the engine is hot or while it is running. • To avoid electric arc caused by static electricity, the fuel storage/pumping device must be grounded. If the pump is not grounded, the vehicle must be grounded to the pump before and during the fueling operation.
Fueling Instructions NOTE: Use of biodiesel may result in premature failure of fuel system components. Kubota has documented problems such as plugged fuel filters and deteriorated fuel lines during testing of biodiesel. Biodiesel can damage painted surfaces. Be sure to remove all spilled fuel immediately to help prevent damage to painted surfaces.
Battery NOTE: Dispose of water according to the environmental laws and regulations for your area. 1 221 Figure 27 Fuel Filter BATTERY See General Warnings on page 8. DANGER • Battery – Explosive gases! Do not smoke. Keep sparks and flames away from the vehicle and service area. Ventilate when charging or operating vehicle in an enclosed area. Wear a full face shield and rubber gloves when working on or near batteries. • Battery – Poison! Contains acid! Causes severe burns.
Battery WARNING • Wear safety glasses or approved eye protection when servicing the vehicle. • Follow all instructions carefully when working with batteries. • When jumping from a booster battery make final (negative) connection at engine frame. • Do not jump start or charge a frozen or damaged battery. Unplug charger before connecting or disconnecting cables to the battery. Never lean over battery while boosting, testing, or charging.
Using A Booster Battery (Jump Starting) WARNING • If battery wire terminals are damaged or corroded, replace or clean them as necessary. Failure to do so may cause them to overheat during operation and could result in a fire, property damage, or personal injury. Be sure the battery hold-down clamp is properly tightened. Tighten to 108 in-lb (12.2 N·m). A loose clamp may allow the battery to become damaged from vibration or jarring. If battery appears weak, have it charged by a trained technician.
Cleaning the Vehicle 4 2 POS NEG 3 G E N P O S 1 223 Figure 30 Jump Starting CLEANING THE VEHICLE Each vehicle is equipped with hand-washable front and rear bodies. The vehicle has a powder-coated steel cargo bed (or optional aluminum flat bed). Use commercial automotive cleaning solutions with a sponge or soft cloth for normal cleaning. A garden hose at normal residential water pressure is adequate.
Accessories ACCESSORIES There is a complete line of accessory equipment available from Husqvarna and our dealers/distributors. Care should be taken that these accessories are properly installed by trained technicians and that they are used in the manner for which they were designed. See following WARNING and CAUTION. WARNING • Custom cab assemblies, canopy tops, weatherproof enclosures, and windshields will not protect occupants from flying objects.
Vehicle Specifications VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX CE MARK VEHICLE SPECIFICATIONS POWER SOURCE Diesel Engine: 4-cycle OHV, 719 cc, 15Kw (20.
Vehicle Specifications SPECIFICATIONS Front and rear wheel tread HUSQVARNA HUV 5420 DX CE MARK VEHICLE 48.8 in. (124 cm) *Weight: 2-passenger diesel with electric bed lift, mud tires, and brush guard 1597 lb. (724.2 kg) 4-passenger diesel with all-terrain tires Forward speed 25 mph (40 km/h) Governed RPM 3825 Turning Radius 138 in. (350.5 cm) Load bed height 34 in. (86.4 cm) 48.0 x 49.8 x 10.9 in. Load bed size (box bed inside dimensions) (122 x 127 x 28 cm) (15.3 cubic feet) 800 lb.
BC55284 Publication Part Number 103472545 Edition Code 0409F0110E This manual is valid for vehicles built during the 2009 model year. It is also valid for vehicles with build codes between 54699 and the one indicated at the top of this page.
