Linhai 260 ATV Service Manual 2008–2014 (P/N 02693)

This undated Masters of Motion ATV Service Manual (P/N 02693) covers the Linhai 260 ATV, Model No. 8260. The main electrical sheet is labeled ATV 260 Wiring Diagram. The repair coverage is organized by system for this model.

PDF Contents and Wiring Legibility

Finding sections and reading schematics: Use the printed table of contents to locate sections. PDF text search and embedded bookmarks are unavailable. Small wiring labels are easier to read when zoomed in, though some switch markings remain hard to distinguish.

The download is one printable English-language PDF with 187 pages, including the original cover, foreword, and table of contents.

Engine, Drivetrain, Brake, and Electrical Service

These selected workshop topics show the scope of the manual. Other procedures include cleaning the crankcase filter and testing the gear-position indicator switches for continuity.

• Engine overhaul: Cylinder-head removal, camshaft and rocker-arm inspection, valve and seat work, piston and ring service, cylinder measurement, timing-chain installation, crankshaft inspection, and oil-pump service.
• Transmission and CVT: Selector-box teardown and resealing, shift-linkage adjustment, engine and transmission removal and alignment, internal gear and bearing inspection, shaft and shift-fork assembly, and V-belt, centrifugal clutch, weight, and sheave service.
• Chassis and final drive: A-arm replacement, front strut and ball-joint service, swingarm bearing setup, steering-post assembly, front hub bearings, rear axle and bearing replacement, and rear gearcase overhaul.
• Hydraulic brakes: Master-cylinder overhaul, front and rear caliper rebuilding, pad and disc inspection, separate bleeding for the hand and auxiliary foot circuits, brake-noise diagnosis, drag checks, and post-repair testing.
• Cooling system: Coolant replacement, radiator and radiator-cap inspection, water-pump and mechanical-seal service, thermostat testing, and fault checks for the fan, temperature gauge, and heat alarm.
• Electrical troubleshooting: Ignition, charging, electric starting, lighting, and reverse-limit schematics accompany checks for the battery, CDI ignition, coils, stator, starter relay, and switches. Starter-motor inspection and repair are also covered.

The foreword addresses factory-certified ATV technicians working in a properly equipped shop. The procedures also suit experienced repairers who are comfortable with disassembly, precision measurement, and electrical testing.

Scheduled Maintenance and Shop References

The maintenance charts give service intervals and lubrication points, along with fuel-line and filter checks, wheel and tire inspection, toe alignment, suspension preload, and hydraulic auxiliary-brake adjustment. Engine service includes valve-clearance and idle adjustment, compression measurement, an oil-pressure check, and A.C. magneto and starter-clutch repair.

The reference tables cover component torque, engine clearances, carburetor calibration, CVT and brake wear limits, fluid quantities, and electrical test values. Specified tools include the ball-joint service tool, engine and transmission alignment tools, valve and clutch spring compressors, rotor and sheave holders, flywheel puller, mechanical-seal installer, radiator-cap tester, ignition checker, tachometer, and pocket tester.

The rear gearcase, transmission, and front brake caliper exploded views show component order and orientation during reassembly. For a battery that won’t charge, the charging-system chart helps narrow the fault by checking the fuse, battery, charging voltage, stator, and wiring.

Selector Box, Valve Timing, and Shop Safety

The spring-loaded selector-box detents and differently notched low and high/reverse slides require careful assembly. The slide positions affect shift operation, and fitting the cover with the slides out of neutral can damage the internal butterfly. The engine chapter also warns that turning the crankshaft during cam-sprocket installation can upset valve timing or cause damage.

Several jobs involve a raised ATV, compressed springs, fuel, battery acid, hot pressurized coolant, or hydraulic brakes. Follow the manual’s safety instructions, use the specified tools, and leave work beyond your training or equipment to a qualified ATV technician.

Sample Valve Clearance and CVT Wear Specs

The valve adjustment section lists cold clearances of 0.08–0.12 mm for the intake valve and 0.16–0.20 mm for the exhaust valve.

The CVT inspection section lists a standard outside diameter of 20.0 mm for the centrifugal clutch weight, with a wear limit of 19.5 mm.