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2015 KAWASAKI MULE™ 4010 TRANS4x4® Offering the best of both worlds, the MULE 4010 TRANS4x4 side x side transforms from a Two- to a Four-Seater – Perfect for the farm or trail! The need for a reliable vehicle that can multi-task has never been greater, and the MULE 4010 TRANS4x4 is built to tackle any job, anywhere. When large amounts of supplies, gravel or grain need to be moved, the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 has the strength to make the haul while also carrying two passengers. But when the necessity for carrying cargo shifts to ferrying people, this rugged MULE quickly transforms into a fourseater. The ability to change without using additional tools or removing parts is what makes the Trans4x4 one of the most versatile vehicles in its class. Moving from a two-seater hauler to a four-passenger transport is done simply by folding the cab’s cargo walls and rotating the rear seat into place. Reverse this process and the Side x Side returns to a two-seater with additional cargo space. Ease and efficiency are the results of such an innovative design. POWERTRAIN & POWER STEERING The MULE 4010 Trans4x4 is built with reliable standard features such as selectable four-wheel drive, Electric Power Steering (EPS) system and a powerful engine equipped with Digital Fuel Injection (DFI®) that works in conjunction with a fully automatic transmission and locking rear differential. All these add up to make the versatile MULE 4010 Trans4x4 the go-to choice for just about any task. Paying homage to Kawasaki’s engineering heritage, the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 features an industrial strength liquid-cooled 617cc four-stroke V-twin, which is precisely controlled by a digital Electronic Control Unit (ECU) and Digital Fuel Injection (DFI) system. These systems also allow the engine to compensate for variations in atmospheric pressure, engine and air temperature. The result is smooth and consistent 2015 MULE™ 4010 Trans4x4, page 1 of 8
engine starts, crisp throttle response and more precise fuel metering, which helps reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The ECU incorporates an automatic fast idle speed control that activates when the engine is cold, eliminating the need for a manual choke. Maximum engine speed is regulated electronically, eliminating the need for a mechanical governor. Power from the 617cc V-twin engine is transferred to the ground via a continuously variable transmission (CVT) that features both high and low range plus reverse. A dependable, low-maintenance shaft drive system delivers power to a dual-mode rear differential that can be locked to maximize traction. If the rear differential is left unlocked, the driver experiences improved handling and minimized ground disturbance when making tight turns. MULE 4010 Trans4x4 drivers can also engage four-wheel drive for extra traction in difficult conditions. While the wheelbase of the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 is 11.6 inches longer than a standard 4010 4x4, it still offers a tight turning radius and excellent rough terrain capabilities. The Electric Power Steering makes the low-effort rack-and-pinion steering system even easier to turn. The EPS reduces steering effort by up to 30 percent, and is a significant boost at low speeds in four-wheel drive, using input from vehicle speed and torque sensors to determine how much assistance is provided by the system’s electric motor. BRAKES, SUSPENSION & HAULING Effective stopping power is provided by four hydraulically operated, self-adjusting, sealed drum brakes designed to resist contamination from water, mud and other debris. Large 23-inch low-pressure tires provide a comfortable ride, great traction and help minimize impact over a variety of terrain. A smooth-riding MacPherson strut front suspension works in conjunction with a heavy duty DeDion-type leaf spring rear suspension system to provide the 4010 Trans4x4 with an extended-bed 800-pound cargo capacity, or a 400-pound cargo capacity when in four-passenger mode. In addition to its stellar payload capacity, the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 side x side can tow up to 1,200 lb with its standard 2” receiver hitch and an optional draw bar.
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The strength of the 2014 MULE 4010 Trans4x4 can be seen from beginning to end. A strong tubular steel front brush guard that improves durability is coupled with a 2” hitch receiver that allows towing of up to 1,200 lb. INTERIOR FEATURES With the forward/reverse, high/low-range gear lever and the four-wheel drive selector all within easy reach on the dash, drivers can focus more attention on negotiating rough or fragile terrain. Cabin features include an easy-to-read multi-function digital fuel gauge and hour meter, a dash-mounted horn button that eliminates unintended honking while turning and a comfortable, sporty steering wheel. The 4010 Trans4x4 dashboard features an easy-to-see coolant temperature warning light, digital fuel gauge/hour meter combo, a dash-mounted horn, dual glove boxes, driver and passenger cup holders and a push-button control that activates the headlights. The cab also features retractable rear seat belts and padded rear-passenger grab handle. CHASSIS & BODYWORK With its stylish and rugged bodywork, this four-wheel drive Side x Side is a natural in tough work environments. Its body panels are manufactured from a durable, colormolded plastic that helps hide minor scuffs and scratches. The extendable cab on the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 is surrounded by an extremely strong large-diameter steel Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) that meets SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5 requirements for wheeled tractors, and also meets the FMVSS 216 roof crush resistance requirement. The front hood can be opened with the pull of a dash-mounted knob and allows access to a deep storage space equipped with convenient D-rings to help secure cargo. Additionally, two levers make opening and closing the tailgate a secure and easy process. The convenience factor on the 4010 Trans4x4 extends beyond easy-access latches or controls; it also boasts owner-friendly features like the winch-ready mounting plate located under the front grille, which greatly simplify the winch-mounting process.
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Maintenance chores are simplified with an air restrictor gauge in the cab to indicate when the air filter needs to be cleaned or replaced, and the fuse box and oil dipstick are conveniently located beneath the seat for quick access. KAWASAKI STRONG THREE-YEAR WARRANTY Completing the appeal of the MULE 4010 Trans4x4 is Kawasaki’s promise to keep you running Strong with our standard Three-Year Limited Warranty. ACCESSORIES A host of Genuine Kawasaki Accessories are available for the MULE 4010 Trans 4x4, and they include an enclosed cab, cab heater, snow plow, and soft or hard tops. These and many other Genuine Kawasaki Accessories are available through authorized Kawasaki dealers. ABOUT KAWASAKI Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. (KMC) markets and distributes Kawasaki motorcycles, ATVs, Side x Sides, and Jet Ski® watercraft through a network of almost 1,200 independent retailers, with close to an additional 7,400 retailers specializing in general purpose engines. KMC and its affiliates employ nearly 3,100 people in the United States, with approximately 300 of them located at KMC's Irvine, California headquarters. Kawasaki’s tagline, “Let the good times roll.™”, is recognized worldwide. The Kawasaki brand is synonymous with powerful, stylish and category-leading vehicles. Information about Kawasaki’s complete line of powersports products and Kawasaki affiliates can be found on the Internet at www.kawasaki.com.
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2015 Kawasaki MULE™ 4010 Trans4x4® Features and Benefits At a glance… − Easily transformable design allows seating for two or four passengers − Straightforward selectable four-wheel drive − Optional SE two-tone paint for maximum style − Strong tubular steel front brush guard improves durability and helps protect the nose from trail debris and minor impacts − Easy-to-read digital fuel gauge and hour meter − Dash-mounted horn button eliminates unintended honking − Comfortable sport-style steering wheel − 2” hitch receiver hitch allows towing of up to 1,200 lb. − Digital fuel injected V-twin power − Fully automatic transmission with selectable two- or four-wheel drive − Electric power steering system (EPS) − Modern styling and low operating costs − Extremely strong large-diameter steel Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) meets SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5 requirements for wheeled tractors, and also meets FMVSS 216 roof crush resistance requirement Transformable Cargo Bed − Two rows of seats easily accommodate up to four people − Transformable from a four-passenger short-bed into a two-passenger long-bed with the rear seat folded down and the cargo bed expanded to carry larger payload – from 400 lb of cargo with four passengers up to 800 lb with two passengers − Rear bench seat includes retractable seat belts and padded rear-passenger grab handle − Thick tailgate panel and secure latching tailgate locking pins reduce vibration and noise, and add durability Liquid Cooled, V-twin Engine − Industrial strength four-stroke, 617cc V-twin engine produces exceptional torque at low engine speeds − Modern four-stroke design with overhead valves for efficient running and good fuel economy − Large capacity radiator and fan maintain consistent engine temperatures, even in hot climates − Rubber engine mounts minimize vibration, noise and wear to maximize operation comfort and diminish fatigue Digital Fuel Injection ® − Computer-controlled Digital Fuel Injection (DFI ) system automatically compensates for atmospheric pressure, air and engine temperature for easy, prompt engine starting under a variety of conditions − Automatic fast idle speed control eliminates the need for a choke, allowing the operator to drive off immediately after a cold engine start − Throttle body features a sub-throttle valve for optimum performance and drivability. The sub throttle is located behind the main throttle valve and is controlled by the ECU for smooth throttle response − Automatic digital ignition system helps ensure smooth, efficient operation − Maximum engine speed is controlled by the ECU, eliminating the need for a mechanical governor − Offers easy engine operation and reduced maintenance requirements Environmentally Friendly Emissions − DFI precision reduces fuel consumption and cuts exhaust emissions − Positive crankcase ventilation system sends blow-by gases to the intake tract to be burned in the engine − Muffler features a US Forest Service-approved spark arrestor 2015 MULE™ 4010 Trans4x4, page 5 of 8
Kawasaki Automatic Power-Drive System (KAPS) − Fully automatic continuously variable transmission (CVT) features forward high and low and reverse, which helps keep the engine in the right operating rpm for a variety of vehicle speeds, loads or terrain − The CVT has a wide spread of drive ratios for quick acceleration and ample pulling power − Tuned to accommodate higher loads − Large drive and driven torque converters maximize engagement area of the thick and strong drive belt for improved heat dissipation and added durability − High-flow cover helps cool the CVT while providing superb splash protection and waterproofing − Sheaves with high silicon type material for increased durability − An open-sided drive pulley offers better cooling for longer belt life − Offers adjustable belt deflection Cab Frame Air Intake − Draws engine air and converter cooling air from the top of the cab frame where there is less dust, so the air filter stays cleaner longer Torque Converter Air Filter − Efficient intake cooling fan draws plenty of air into the CVT − Special air cleaner with easily replaceable filter element cuts torque converter wear by cooling it with filtered air Four-Wheel Drive with Two-Speed Transfer Case − Selectable four-wheel drive gives the operator traction options − Shift to four-wheel drive and low range for maximum traction in adverse conditions, or select twowheel drive and high range to cut gear wear and increase fuel economy Dual Mode Differential − Dual-mode rear differential can be locked for extra pulling power and maximum traction, or unlocked when traveling across delicate terrain Electric Power Steering (EPS) − The EPS system reduces steering effort, especially at low speeds when turning effort is greatest − Electric motor’s inertia significantly reduces bump steer and kickback to the steering wheel caused by shocks to the wheels for a more comfortable and controlled ride − Input from vehicle speed and torque sensors determine the amount of steering assistance required from the system’s motor − No power steering pump means no power loss from the engine − EPS only operates when the engine is running to keep from draining the battery Independent Strut-Type Front Suspension − MacPherson strut long-travel front suspension provide a comfortable ride and excellent loadcarrying capability − Stiffer springs prevent bottoming and increase ground clearance DeDion Rear Suspension − Overload-style leaf springs can handle heavy loads, yet provide a smooth ride when the cargo box is empty − Semi-independent action Four-Wheel, Self-Adjusting Sealed Hydraulic Drum Brakes − Powerful, low maintenance four wheel brakes are self-adjusting and feature extra sealing for protection against mud, dust and debris − Brake drums have an added flange and seal to resist mud and water
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Wheels and Tires − 23” tires with stiff sidewalls for an improved ride and added ground clearance − Rear wheel bearings use two rollers in one large bearing for added durability − Durable wheel bearings seals on all four wheels have three lips for better protection Front Hood with Storage Tub − Large under hood storage tub holds cargo out of sight − Offers quick, easy access with a push-button latch − Includes four D-rings for securing loads Rugged and Capable − 2” receiver hitch allows towing of up to 1,200 lb with optional Kawasaki draw bar − Durable bodywork features modern styling inspired by heavy-duty trucks and is available in a SE version with a high-quality two-tone finish − Strong tubular steel front guard improves durability and helps protect the nose from brush, trail debris and minor impacts − Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS) meets SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, 7.4, and 7.5 requirements for wheeled tractors, and also meets FMVSS 216 roof crush resistance requirement − Durable chassis includes winch-ready mounts to simplify winch installation Simple Maintenance − The oil dipstick and filler tube are accessed under the seat − Cyclone-type engine air cleaner has meter to indicate when to replace the filter − An automotive-style fuse box is convenient and uses blade-type fuses Cab Features − Digital fuel gauge and hour meter makes it easier to see how much fuel is in the tank − Dash-mounted horn eliminates unintended honking while turning − Comfortable, sport-style steering wheel − 12V DC outlet with 10-amp capacity − The 2WD / 4WD lever is mounted on the dash for easy access − Dashboard has dual glove boxes and cupholders for both the driver and passenger − Parking brake and coolant temperature warning lights are easy to see − Shift lever with Y-gate pattern eliminates need for High-Low switch lever − Push-button headlight switch activates 35-watt cat-eye headlights − Hour meter and a horn are standard equipment Popular Accessory Items − Soft or Hard Top − Windshield − Winch − Enclosed Cab − Cab Heater − Snow Plow
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2015 Kawasaki MULE™ 4010 Trans4x4® Specifications* Engine:
Four-stroke, liquid-cooled, overhead valve V-twin
Displacement:
617cc
Bore x stroke:
76 x 68mm
Compression ratio:
10.3:1
Fuel injection:
DFI with 34mm Mikuni throttle body
Air filter:
Snorkel-type with cyclone-type two-stage dry replaceable element
Oil filter:
Automotive-type spin-on canister
Ignition:
Digital electronic
Electrical:
Final drive:
12V, 18amp/hour battery, alternator Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with high and low range, forward, neutral and reverse Shaft, selectable four-wheel drive with dual-mode rear differential
Exhaust:
Muffler with USFS-approved spark arrestor
Tires:
23x11-10 tubeless
Front suspension / wheel travel:
Independent, MacPherson strut / 3.9”
Rear suspension / wheel travel:
Semi-independent, DeDion axle with leaf springs and shocks / 2.8”
Steering:
Electric power assisted rack-and-pinion
Brakes:
Four-wheel hydraulic drums, sealed
Fuel capacity:
6.3 gallons
Curb weight:
1,587 lb
Overall length:
128.5”
Overall height:
75.8”.
Overall width:
58.5”
Wheelbase:
85.2”
Ground clearance:
Load capacity:
7.1” This structure meets ROPS requirements for wheeled tractors under SAE J1194, 7.1.1, 7.1.2, and 7.5 and meets the FMVSS 216 Roof Crush resistance requirement 50.4 x 47.6 x 11.2" / 15.6 cu ft (2-passenger mode) 30.3 x 47.6 x 11.2" / 10.2 cu ft (4-passenger mode) 1,330 lb
Cargo bed capacity:
400 lb (4-passenger mode) / 800 lb (2-passenger mode)
Towing capacity:
1,200 lb
Turning radius:
12.8ft
Top speed:
25mph, governed
Lights:
(2) 35W sealed-beam headlights, (2) 5/21W tail/brake lights Parking brake warning light, coolant temperature warning light, horn, 12V DC outlet ® Dark Royal Red, Timberline Green, Super Black (LE), Realtree Xtra Green Camo $11,199; $11,499 (LE); $11,699 (Camo)
Transmission:
Roll over protective structure (ROPS): Cargo bed dimensions (LxWxH):
Instruments: Color choices: MSRP: Warranty: Good Times™ Protection Plan (optional):
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Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A. 9950 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, Calif. 92618 949-770-0400 (www.kawasaki.com) *Specifications are subject to change. Media are encouraged to visit www.kawasaki.com for most current specifications. 2015 MULE™ 4010 Trans4x4, page 8 of 8 Wholesale distributor:
