Honda TRX250TE FourTrax Recon ES 2003–2004 Owner's Manual (P/N DPR8EA-9)

Need factory-accurate specs for the Recon ES? This official Honda publication delivers exactly the reference data you need for routine maintenance and safe operation.

• Official Honda publication (P/N 31HM8610) covering 2003 and 2004 TRX250TE utility ATVs
• 234 pages of operational limits, maintenance schedules, and technical data in a convenient PDF format
• Step-by-step procedures to avoid shop fees: Valve clearance adjustments, clutch system calibration, engine idle speed tuning, reverse lock system checks, spark arrester purging, brake shoe wear measurements, and hypoid gear oil replacement
• Essential reference data: Flooded engine clearing, recoil starter operation, high-altitude carburetor modifications, emergency gear selection, air cleaner drain tube servicing, battery trickle charging, and throttle freeplay routing

Stop guessing fluid capacities and intervals. This manual outlines exact factory maintenance schedules, operating parameters, and fluid requirements for the 229cc engine. You get a clear breakdown of the electric shift transmission system (ESP) controls, reverse selector mapping, and ignition operations. It covers routine service points like air cleaner maintenance, engine oil intervals, and brake system care, keeping the machine reliable on the trail.

Access critical baseline data fast to handle fundamental preparation and troubleshooting. The guide defines precise cargo rack weight limits (33 lbs front / 66 lbs rear), recommended 86+ octane fuel standards, and engine warm-up temperature ranges. Having these precise tolerances readily available in your bay eliminates guesswork and speeds up daily workshop routines, preventing costly assembly errors by letting you verify factory specifications directly at the machine.

Proper maintenance requires adhering strictly to these factory parameters to ensure safe operation and prevent mechanical failure. Always secure the ATV on a stable shop lift and ensure adequate ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide exposure before starting any inspection or service work.

Note: This document serves as the primary manufacturer reference for owner-serviceable tasks and standard operating protocols, rather than a full tear-down repair manual.

Avoid unnecessary maintenance risks and start working to official factory specifications now.