Operator`s manual

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General Maintenance
 NOTE: Proper maintenance of the ATV is important for optimum per-
formance. Follow the Maintenance Schedule and all ensuing mainte-
nance and care instructions/information.
 NOTE: Proper maintenance procedures for each item can be found on
the corresponding page indicated.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations, or improper functioning of any compo-
nent of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the ATV to an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified to perform any of these maintenance procedures
or checks, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for professional service.
I=Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary T = Tighten R = Replace C = Clean
* = Dealer maintenance ** = When using Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change
interval can be increased to every 1,000 miles or every year.
Maintenance Schedule
Item Page
Initial
Service
(100 miles)
1 month 3 months 6 months
Battery 69 I I
* Engine nuts and bolts — I I
* Valve clearance — I I
Spark plug(s) 72 I I I
72 Replace every 18 months
Idle Speed (400) 73 I
Liquid cooling system (500/550/700/1000) 64 I Inspect every time before riding
Throttle cable 72 I Inspect every time before riding
Gas/vent hoses 57 I Inspect every time before riding
57 Replace every 2 years
Engine/transmission oil and filter 65 R R**
Air filter 73 I I C
Gear lubricant (Front differential - rear
drive)
66 I I
66 Replace every 4 years
V-belt cover 74 I I
Muffler/spark arrester 76 C
Tires/air pressure 75 I Inspect every time before riding
36 I Inspect every time before riding
* Brake components 67/68 I Inspect every time before riding
Brake fluid 67 I *Replace every 2 years
Brake hoses 67 I *Replace every 4 years
* Steering — I Inspect every time before riding
* Suspension (Ball joint boots, drive axle
boots front and rear, tie rods, differential
and rear drive bellows)
— I Inspect every time before riding
* Chassis nuts and bolts — I T
Frame/welds/racks — I I
Electrical connections — I I
Headlights/taillight-brakelight 76 I Inspect every time before riding
Wheel nuts 75 I I