Arctic Cat 2013 1000 TRV, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...not remove this Operator s Manual from this ATV according to the guidelines and agreement with the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission Read this manual carefully It contains important safety information ...

Page 2: ...Canadian owners call 613 739 1535 Un cours d instruction est disponible pour les propriétaires canadiens compo sez le 613 739 1535 Particularly important information is dis tinguished in this manual by the follow ing notations California Proposition 65 The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BE ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could...

Page 3: ...ATV within your level of skill and cur rent terrain conditions Know all local state provincial riding laws Respect your ATV and Respect the environment We also advise you to strictly follow the recommended maintenance program as outlined This preventive maintenance program is designed to ensure that all critical components on this ATV are thor oughly inspected at various intervals All information ...

Page 4: ...s And Functions 49 Power Steering XT Limited 53 Speedometer LCD Digital 400 550 53 Speedometer LCD Analog Digital 550 Limited 55 Speedometer LCD Digital 500 700 1000 57 Vacuum Fuel Pump 400 61 Primer Cold Start 400 61 Gas Vent Hoses 400 61 Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 400 62 Oil Level Stick 62 Windshied Limited 62 Mirrors Limited 62 Rear Seat Lock 63 Front Seat Lock 63 Storage Box Limited 63 Safety...

Page 5: ...able 3 Thirty days from date of sale of ATV on Arctic Cat supplied batteries Exclusions to this warranty include normal wear abuse or corrosion and the following parts and items Tires CV Boots Torn or Punctured Upholstery Oil Filter Drive Belt Cracks or Gouges in Body Panels Air Filter Brake Pads Drive Driven Clutch Wear Parts Light Bulbs Spark Plug s The following will VOID Arctic Cat s warranty ...

Page 6: ...ealer has ceased to do business you have moved or you are in a location away from your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer The authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer will examine the TRV or part to determine if in his opinion a warrantable condition exists If a warrantable condition appears to exist the dealer will repair or replace at Arctic Cat s option fre...

Page 7: ... control components If an emission related component on the ATV is defective the component will be repaired or replaced by any authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer Owner s Emission Control Warranty Responsibilities It is the owner s responsibility to perform the required maintenance listed in the Operator s Manual Arctic Cat recommends the retention of all receipts covering maintenance per formed on t...

Page 8: ...repair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed components in order to receive compensation Limitations This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following A Repair or replacement required as a result of 1 accident 2 misuse 3 lack of required maintenance 4 repairs improperly performed or replacements improperl...

Page 9: ... for 30 months or 3100 miles whichever comes first COMPONENTS COVERED The emissions warranty covers major emissions control components and emission related components listed as follows Engine Management and Sensors Fuel Air System Barometric Pressure Sensor Fuel Injectors Camshaft Position Sensor Fuel Pressure Regulator Engine Control Module ECM Fuel Pump Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Carburet...

Page 10: ...ective 97 24 EC Date of Issue June 1997 EC Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Date of Issue May 2006 Issued by European Commission Type of Equipment All Terrain Vehicles Brand Name Arctic Cat Model 400 TRV 550 TRV XT 700 Limited 700 TRV XT 500 TRV 550 Limited 1000 Limited Standards to which conformity is declared EN 61000 6 2 2005 EN 55012 2007 Manufacturer if not issuing agent Arctic Cat Inc 601 Broo...

Page 11: ...teep hill if possible Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backward when climbing a hill To avoid stalling maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you stall or roll backwards follow the special procedure for braking described in this manual Dismount on the uphill side or to either side if pointed straight uphill Turn the ATV around and mount following the procedure described i...

Page 12: ...ete a training course Never allow anyone under 16 years old to operate an Arctic Cat TRV Never carry a passenger under the age of 12 on the ATV Never operate the ATV on pave ment The ATV is not designed to be used on paved surfaces and may be difficult to control Never operate the ATV on a public road even a dirt or gravel one because you may not be able to avoid colliding with another ATV Also op...

Page 13: ...supervision Call the CSC at 1 613 739 1535 ext 227 for more details Also available is a bilingual com puter based safety training program on a CD ROM from CATV call toll free at 1 877 470 2288 Au canada le conseil canadien de la sécurité CSC offre un cours de conduite de VTT pour enseigner les habiletés d opération sécuritaires de VTT Un cours spécial de conduite de VTT est également offert aux en...

Page 14: ...t TRV comes with hang tags containing important safety informa tion Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information before riding Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre détaillant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 1436 799 2258 417 2257 220 400 ...

Page 15: ...rtant safety informa tion Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information before riding The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Arctic Cat ATV dealer for a replacement NOTE The location and content of labels on the ATV you have pur chased may differ from those shown on these two pages CR041B ...

Page 16: ... WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in a serious injury or death 14 Warning Labels Information cont CR040A ...

Page 17: ...rate this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of the ATV by children can lead to severe injury or death of the child Children under the age of 16 may not have the skills abilities or judgment needed to operate the ATV safely and may be involved in a serious accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD A child under 16 should never operate this ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on paved surfaces WHAT CAN HAP...

Page 18: ... operation must always keep feet on the footrests and must always keep hands on handholds WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV on public streets roads or high ways WHAT CAN HAPPEN You can collide with another vehicle HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate this ATV on any public street road or highway even a dirt or gravel one In many states it is illegal to operate the ATV on public streets ...

Page 19: ...ances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident Operating or riding as a passenger on this ATV without eye protection can result in an accident and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident Operating or riding as a passenger on this ATV without protective clothing increases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZ...

Page 20: ...duce your ability to control the ATV or could cause you to lose your balance and fall off the ATV If you remove a foot from the footrest your foot or leg may come into contact with the wheels which could injure you or cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always keep both hands on the handlebar grips operator handholds passen ger and both feet on the footrests of your ATV during operation WARN...

Page 21: ...ent including a rollover HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not operate on rough slippery or loose terrain until you have learned and practiced the skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person behind you resulting in serious injury HOW ...

Page 22: ...tempting larger hills WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Climbing hills improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for climbing hills as described in this Operator s Manual Always check the terrain carefully before you start up any hill Never climb hills with slippery or loose surfaces Shift your weight forward ...

Page 23: ...racticing at slow speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces such as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of improper tires on the ATV or operation of the ATV with improper or uneven tire...

Page 24: ...ge the brake lever lock Have the passenger dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill then the operator should dismount on uphill side or to a side if pointed straight uphill Turn the ATV around and mount following the procedure described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading the ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause ch...

Page 25: ...l resulting in serious injury or death HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Do not accelerate rapidly or in an uncontrolled man ner on any terrain Use extra care when going uphill Slowly apply throttle in a controlled manner Release throttle lever as necessary to maintain control WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV ...

Page 26: ...sories added to this ATV should be genuine Arctic Cat components designed for use on the ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions Never install a twist grip throttle If you have ques tions consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV with differential lock engaged WHAT CAN HAPPEN The increased steering effort and reduced maneuverabili...

Page 27: ...he winter and lighter protective clothing in the summer Following is the minimum pro tection you need to wear during every ride Gloves Your hands are targets for flying objects and branches Along with providing skin pro tection gloves will shield your hands from harsh weather Wear gloves that are weather resistant and have a gripping surface to keep them from sliding off the handlebars Off road st...

Page 28: ...cking the condition of your ATV Chances are good that you ll be using your ATV in some rough terrain and there s no way you want your brakes to go out when riding downhill You need to check the following parts on your ATV before every ride 1 Tires and Wheels 2 Controls and Cable 3 Lights and Electrical 4 Oil and Fuel 5 Chassis and Drive Train 6 Miscellaneous Items One easy way to remember what par...

Page 29: ...dicators reverse neutral and HI LO beam on the LCD when you start the ATV Don t drive the ATV unless all sys tems are working Check the ignition switch and engine stop switch 4 OIL AND FUEL Start with a full tank of gas before every ride and while you re at it top off the oil Don t forget to check for fluid leaks around the ATV Watch the overheat lamp to ensure the engine coolant level is adequate...

Page 30: ... dehy drated you could find yourself physi cally unable to safely operate your ATV Identification If something does happen to you the emergency personnel will want to know who you are and whom to contact It s possible you may be in no condition to give them that information Put your I D in your pocket before you ride Without it you re anonymous Cellular Phone It may be necessary to make an urgent ...

Page 31: ... For example when you drive a car quickly into a sharp turn your body is pulled to the outside of the turn by centrifugal force Although a car is relatively stable enough centrifugal force can cause the ATV to overturn Constantly shifting operator and passenger weight is one major difference between driving a car and riding the ATV Knowing how to shift your weight is necessary to avoid rolling or ...

Page 32: ...nd dangerous situations 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 8 Do you hurt yourself because you do things out of your ability range 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 9 Do you tailgate other drivers when you think they re driving too slow 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 10 Do you ignore weather reports before you do outside activities like swimming camping fishing or boating 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often Add the totals...

Page 33: ...do it The ATV isn t designed for pavement Its handling becomes more difficult on paved surfaces Trail Riding Use sound judgment when trail riding that means riding on a trail that fits your ability level If the trail is pretty rugged standing up on your footrests will make it easier for you to endure the rough terrain Make yourself visible by using head lights and taillights and pull completely of...

Page 34: ...mal noises vibrations or improper functioning of any component 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 Cargo Limitations Limit the ATV to the load capacity ratings identified in the Load Capacity Ratings chart So if you and your passenger com bined weigh in at over 500 lb 226 kg leave some of that ex...

Page 35: ...adache medications Your physical size and weight can t protect you just one anti histamine tablet can affect your judgment If your sense of adventure persuades you to do illegal drugs when you re riding your ATV this is a reality check Some thing to think about there can be legal consequences that will take away all that freedom you love Don t use alcohol or drugs before or during your ride WARNIN...

Page 36: ...re you can continue to ride in your favorite areas The quickest way to have a land area closed is by riding over the regulations Group Behavior People occasionally do crazier and riskier things in a group than they would con sider doing by themselves When you re riding with others and things start to get out of hand decide whether you re will ing to be injured or see your friends injured SIPDE By ...

Page 37: ... over a year of experience with riding an all terrain ATV or taken a training course it s your responsibility to keep them off your ATV It can be dan gerous especially for under aged chil dren all the more reason for you to be firm Experienced Trained Riders If anyone is going to borrow your ATV you are responsible for their supervision Before they ride have them take the training course have them...

Page 38: ...ear Foot Brake 500 550 700 1000 CHASSIS Length Overall 250 4 cm 98 6 in 256 5 cm 101 0 in Limited Height Overall 127 8 cm 50 3 in 139 7 cm 55 0 in Limited Width Overall 120 6 cm 47 5 in Suspension Travel 25 4 cm 10 0 in Tire Size Front AT25 x 8R12 Tire Size Rear AT25 x 10R12 Tire Inflation Pressure 48 3 kPa 7 0 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 315 7 kg 696 lb 400 326 1 kg 719 lb 500 346 5 kg 764 l...

Page 39: ...Compartment 8 Rear Foot Brake 9 Taillight Brakelight 10 Brake Lever Lock 11 Key Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 Throttle Limiter 14 Throttle Lever 15 Operator s Manual Location 16 Drive Select Switch 17 Handwarmer Thumbwarmer Switch Limited 18 Headlight HI LO Switch 19 Starter Button 20 Engine Stop Switch 21 Speedometer LCD NOTE The ATV you have pur chased may differ slightly from those shown in the figu...

Page 40: ...right hand grasp the backrest then swing your leg over the seat and set your right foot down on the right side footrest 2 Get seated in a comfortable position and keep hands firmly on the hand holds 3 Always keep your feet planted on the footrests Starting the Engine Always start with the ATV on a flat level surface Carbon monoxide poisoning can kill you so keep your ATV outside while it s running...

Page 41: ... then press the starter button again 4 Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2 3 minutes or until the ATV will accelerate without hesitating Shifting 400 500 550 CF130A 1 To engage the high range from neu tral move the shift lever forward 2 To engage the low range from high range move the shift lever outward and forward NOTE The high range is for nor mal riding with light loads The low ran...

Page 42: ...t the ATV into low gear otherwise try to park only on level surfaces 5 Engage the brake lever lock Dismounting the TRV After you ve followed the procedure for parking it s time to dismount 1 The operator should double check that the brake lever lock is engaged 2 The passenger should grasp the left shoulder of the operator with the right hand and with the left hand grasp the left side handhold then...

Page 43: ... the handlebar 2 Hold the brake lever and release the brake lever lock 3 Shift into gear 4 Release the brake slowly and apply the throttle Leaning Weight Shift and Balance When you turn the trick is to move for ward and slide over to the side of the seat that s on the inside of the turn Support your body weight on the outside footrest At the same time lean your body and the passenger body to the i...

Page 44: ...ght to the inside of the turn 3 Gradually increase your speed as you come out of the turn Sharp Turns After mastering wide turns practice the advanced skill of sharp turns ATV 202 1 Ease off the throttle as you approach the turn to slow down 2 Use the principles of leaning weight shifting and balancing shift your body weight to the inside of the turn 3 You might have to lean into the turn more tha...

Page 45: ...ight shifting and balanc ing shift your body weight and passenger s body weight to the inside of the turn 3 Follow this with slight acceleration 4 For multiple turns repeat this move ment as needed 5 To make your turn quicker try rais ing yourself off the seat a few inches as you shift your weight K Turns Use K turns if you accidentally stall while riding uphill you need to take action before the ...

Page 46: ... follow this method for riding uphill ATV 207 1 Accelerate before you start climb ing then maintain a steady pace 2 Both the operator and passenger should lean as far forward as possible For steeper hills the operator should come off the seat to stand and lean forward 3 If you lose speed release the throttle so your front tires don t lift OR 4 If that doesn t work and you still have forward motion...

Page 47: ...downhill If that s not possible because of the terrain or other conditions or if it just doesn t work stop and get off Have the passenger dismount on the uphill side first then you should dismount on the uphill side Swerving Swerving is usually an emergency reac tion to avoid an obstacle but is similar to quick turns The difference is that quick turns involve slight acceleration in the turn don t ...

Page 48: ...elease the throttle when the front tires clear the obsta cle 9 Keep your body loose to absorb any shock 10 If the ATV starts tipping shift your body weight to keep it in balance To clear a single track only one tire con tacts obstacle follow the same rules except 1 Use the ATV s momentum to clear the obstacle 2 Don t pull up on the handlebar 3 Don t apply the throttle Driving an ATV and a car have...

Page 49: ...o a stop follow the procedure for the K turn Crossing Water This ATV can only handle water up to its footrests Any more than that and you risk engine damage and or personal injury Stay away from fast moving riv ers Tires can be buoyant so if the water is too deep you might find the ATV sud denly afloat 1 Physically check the depth and cur rent of the water especially if you can t see the bottom Yo...

Page 50: ...t slow speeds before driving on snow cov ered or ice covered trails 5 Learn how the ATV responds to steering and braking on the type of terrain to be encountered on the ride Stopping The ATV To stop the ATV first release the throttle lever Next apply the brake Stopping The Engine To stop the engine turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position or set the engine stop switch to the OFF position N...

Page 51: ... AF968B The ESN is located on the left side of the engine crankcase KC287A CF109N GZ001D Always provide the ATV name VIN and ESN when contacting an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for parts service accesso ries or warranty If a complete engine must be replaced ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for correct registration information Ignition Switch Key Two keys come with the ATV Keep the spare key...

Page 52: ...lat dry hard surfaces 2 wheel drive should be sufficient In situ ations of aggressive trail conditions 4 wheel drive would be the desired choice To either engage or disengage the front wheels move the switch to the 4WD posi tion or to the 2WD position On the 550 700 1000 the 4WD lock allows the operator to mechanically lock the front differential to apply equal power to both front wheels To engage...

Page 53: ... brake lever will not return to its released position 4 Release the brake lever lock by squeezing the brake lever It will return to its released position Check to make sure the brake lever lock engages properly and that the brake when engaged locks the wheels 1 Pump the brake lever 2 or 3 times 2 Engage the brake lever lock 3 Attempt to push the ATV NOTE The brake lever lock must lock the wheels I...

Page 54: ...ard posi tion and the brake lever lock is engaged NOTE This ATV has safety inter lock switches which prevent the starter motor from activating when the transmission is not in neutral To start the ATV while in gear depress the rear foot brake or compress the brake lever then depress the starter button Reverse Override Switch This ATV is equipped with a reverse speed limiter system When additional R...

Page 55: ... code or Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC on the LCD gauge speedometer should an EPS system control circuit problem occur Do not operate the ATV with a code dis played NOTE Turn the key switch to the OFF position then back to the ON posi tion to reset the code If the code con tinues to be displayed take your ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat Dealer for EPS system servicing before resuming operation In th...

Page 56: ... modes 4 Set Button The Set Button is used to select the gauge display of clock hour meter trip 1 trip 2 and odome ter It is also used to activate the clock set function and adjust the minute display on the clock 5 Fuel Level Indicator Indicates approximate amount of gasoline in the gas tank NOTE When the bottom seg ment flashes approximately 3 5 L 0 92 U S gal of gasoline remains in the tank 6 Oi...

Page 57: ...l continue to flash until the cause of error is corrected NOTE Take the ATV to an autho rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have the EFI error corrected and to have the ECU reset as soon as possible Speedometer LCD Analog Digital 550 Limited CF094A 1 Clock Engine Hour Meter The clock function indicates time in the 12 hour mode the hour meter indi cates the total time the ATV has run and cannot be reset...

Page 58: ...1 T1 or trip 2 T2 press the Mode Button 3 to select the distance mode then press the Set Reset Button 4 to select the desired display Hold the Set Reset button down to reset trip meters 6 Gear Position Indicator Indicates which gear is selected R reverse N neutral H high range L low range NOTE An E will be displayed if there is an error caused by a no shift position signal 7 Speedometer Tachometer...

Page 59: ...cting air flow 14 EFI Error Indicator The speedome ter tachometer needle will sweep full scale and the LCD will go blank except the letters EFI will flash on the LCD whenever an electronic fuel injection error code is detected After 30 seconds the LCD and speedome ter tachometer needle will return to normal but the letters EFI will con tinue to flash on the LCD until the cause of the error is corr...

Page 60: ...wer the temperature NOTE Debris in front of the engine or packed between the cooling fins of the radiator can reduce cooling capacity Using a garden hose wash the radiator and the engine to remove any debris restricting air flow 3 Mode Button Shifts the gauge through two operating modes speedometer tachometer and MPH KPH NOTE The Mode Button must be pressed and released to shift speedometer tachom...

Page 61: ...layed whenever an elec tronic fuel injection malfunction is detected After 30 seconds the LCD will return to normal however the DTC and wrench icon will continue to be dis played until the malfunction is corrected NOTE Take the ATV to an autho rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have the EFI error corrected and to have the ECM reset as soon as possible Speedometer LCD Digital 700 1000 Limited EFI 013A ...

Page 62: ...ition requring mainte nance occurs 7 Odometer Trip Meter Odometer registers the total distance the vehi cle has traveled The trip meter is resetable and can be used to measure trip or trip legs The odometer can not be reset 8 Gear Position Indicator Indicates which gear is currently selected R reverse N neutral L low range H high range 9 High Beam Indicator The High Beam icon will appear only when...

Page 63: ...e ATV tips over past 60 70 Righting the ATV will reactivate the ignition and fuel pump Vacuum Fuel Pump 400 A vacuum fuel pump is mounted under the seat to deliver gasoline to the carbure tor The fuel pump operates when the engine is turning Primer Cold Start 400 CF123A The primer is located on the carburetor Depress and release the lever several times prior to attempting to start a cold engine 1 ...

Page 64: ...t and right plastic knobs and remove the wind shield assembly Tighten the knobs securely or remove them completely to prevent loss CR003 To install the windshield loosen the left and right plastic knobs then install the tapered windshield pins into the mounts and tighten knobs securely Mirrors Limited The mirrors can be adjusted to the desired viewing angle or moved to a stowed posi tion when oper...

Page 65: ...the Lim ited models it is necessary only to elevate the front of the rear seat CR010A 1 To remove the front seat pull the seat lock lever up located at the rear of the seat Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it rearward 2 To lock the seat into position slide the front of the seat into the seat retainers and push down firmly on rear of seat The seat should auto matically lock into position St...

Page 66: ...eed and allow more stopping distance than when not towing a trailer CAUTION Do not operate or trailer the ATV with lock unlocked or damage to the box will occur WARNING Make sure the load on the rack will not interfere with the controls or obstruct the view of the operator Also make sure the load is evenly distributed properly secured and will not shift while operating the ATV WARNING Never use th...

Page 67: ...lated for use in this Arctic Cat engine Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic engine oil is the only oil recommended for use in this engine use of any API certified SM 0W 40 oil is acceptable OILCHARTJ Recommended Front Differential Rear Drive Lubricant NOTE Arctic Cat recommends the use of genuine Arctic Cat lubri cants The recommended lubricant front differ ential and rear drive is SAE a...

Page 68: ...ng the break in period allows the components to load aiding the engine transmission compo nent mating process and then unload allowing components to cool Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine components during break in care should be taken not to overload the engine too often Do not pull a trailer during the break in period When the engine starts allow it to warm up properly ...

Page 69: ...edule Item Page Initial Service 100 miles 1 month 3 months 6 months Battery 73 I I Engine nuts and bolts I I Valve clearance I I Spark plug s 76 I I I 76 Replace every 18 months Idle Speed 400 77 I Liquid cooling system 500 550 700 1000 68 I Inspect every time before riding Throttle cable 76 I Inspect every time before riding Gas vent hoses 61 I Inspect every time before riding 61 Replace every 2 ...

Page 70: ...e speed or heavy load can raise engine temperature Decreasing engine RPM reducing load and selecting an appropriate transmission gear can lower the temperature To check add coolant use the following procedure 1 Remove the two reinstallable rivets from the front of the radiator access panel CF134A 2 Lift the front of the access panel then slide the panel forward to dis engage the two rear tabs CF13...

Page 71: ...ons If the spring action is too soft or too stiff adjust it according to the chart CD453 NOTE Before attempting to adjust suspension clean dirt and debris from the sleeve and remove load from the suspension then use the spanner wrench to adjust the sleeve to the desired position NOTE It is recommended that all ATV weight be taken off the sus pension prior to adjusting shock absorber sleeves Genera...

Page 72: ...the engine off and wait approx imately three minutes Recheck the oil level 9 Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter for leaks Front Differential And Rear Drive Gear Lubricant Inspecting Changing Check and change the gear lubricant in each according to the Maintenance Schedule When changing the lubricant use approved SAE 80W 90 hypoid oil and use the following procedure NOTE To check...

Page 73: ...ke Hoses Carefully inspect the hydraulic brake hoses for cracks or other damage If found take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have the brake hoses replaced Brake Pads The clearance between the brake pads and brake discs is adjusted automatically as the brake pads wear The only mainte nance that is required is replacement of the brake pads when they show excessive wear Check the t...

Page 74: ... ATV dealer for this service Protective Rubber Boots The protective boots should be inspected periodically according to the Mainte nance Schedule Ball Joint Boots Upper and Lower Right and Left CC791 1 Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the front wheels 2 Remove both front wheels 3 Inspect the four ball joint boots for cracks tears or perforations 4 Check the ball joint for free play by ...

Page 75: ...ort trips and high amperage accessory usage are also reasons for battery discharge Maintenance Charging NOTE Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery main tenance charging Maintenance charging is required on all batteries not used for more than two weeks or as required by battery drain 1 When charging a battery in the vehi cle be sure the ignitio...

Page 76: ...ter solution 2 Be sure the charger and battery are in a well ventilated area and ensure the battery charger cables will not contact any battery acid Be sure the charger is unplugged from the 110 volt electrical outlet 3 Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the positive terminal of the battery then connect the black terminal lead of the charger to the negative terminal of the battery 4...

Page 77: ...both vehicles 6 Attach one clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive terminal 1 of the dead battery C being careful not to touch any metal with the other clamp then attach the other clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive ter minal 2 of the good battery B 0744 527 NOTE Some jumper cables may be the same color but the clamps or ends will be color coded red and black WARN...

Page 78: ...ar buretor 400 may need to be adjusted Consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer if the plug insulator is not a light brown color To help prevent cold weather fouling make sure to thoroughly warm up the engine before operating To maintain a hot strong spark keep the plug free of carbon Before removing the spark plug be sure to clean the area around the spark plug If you do not dirt could enter e...

Page 79: ...If the ATV is used under normal conditions service the filter at the intervals speci fied If operated in dusty wet or muddy conditions inspect and service the filter more frequently Use the following pro cedure to remove the filter and inspect and or clean it 1 Remove the reinstallable rivets at the rear of the steering post cover then unlatch the storage compart ment lid CF260A 2 Lift up on the r...

Page 80: ...me 10 Clean any dirt or debris from inside the air filter housing Be sure no dirt enters the carburetor 400 11 Place the filter in the air filter hous ing making sure it is properly in position and seated then install the cover and secure with the fasteners Air Filter Housing Drains Inspect the drain beneath the main hous ing for debris and for proper sealing FI704A Draining V Belt Cover NOTE If t...

Page 81: ...lated items are not available have this maintenance per formed by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or a qualified tire repair station Tire Repair Tubeless Should a leak or flat tire occur due to a puncture the tire may be repaired using a plug type repair If the damage is from a cut or if the puncture cannot be repaired using a plug the tire must be replaced When operating the ATV in areas wher...

Page 82: ...ting NOTE The bulb portion of the headlight is fragile HANDLE WITH CARE When replacing the head light bulb do not touch the glass portion of the bulb If the glass is touched it must be cleaned with a dry cloth before installing Skin oil residue on the bulb will shorten the life of the bulb To replace the headlight bulb use the fol lowing procedure 1 Rotate the bulb assembly counter clockwise and r...

Page 83: ...s obtained in step 2 make horizontal marks on the aiming surface 4 Make vertical marks which intersect the horizontal marks on the aiming surface directly in front of the head lights 5 Switch on the lights Make sure the HIGH beam is on DO NOT USE LOW BEAM 6 Observe each headlight beam aim Proper aim is when the most intense beam is centered on the vertical mark 5 cm 2 in below the horizon tal mark...

Page 84: ...age Tray Battery Hold Down A basic tool kit is provided with the ATV CF157 Maintain the tool kit with the ATV at all times The tool storage tray is located beneath the seat It also serves as the battery hold down CAUTION Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rating If the new fuse blows after a short period of use consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer immediately CAUTI...

Page 85: ... carburetor float bowl 5 Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing and plungers of the shock absorbers 6 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws Make sure rivets hold ing components together are tight Replace all loose rivets Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts cap screws and bolts are tightened to specifications 7 On the 500 550 700 1000 fill the cooling system to the bottom...

Page 86: ...perly mixed coolant as necessary 6 Charge the battery then install Con nect the battery cables making sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake systems fluid level pads etc all controls headlights taillight brakelight and headlight aim adjust or replace if necessary 8 Check the tire pressure Inflate to recommended pressure as necessary 9 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws an...

Page 87: ... Cat will then process the application and issue warranty for the balance of the time remaining of the original warranty Address Change Ownership Change Warranty Transfer CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP WARRANTY TRANSFER TO Name _________________________________________ Address _______________________________________ City State Province Zip Code Postal Code ___________ Phone __________________________...

Page 88: ...Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here ...

Page 89: ...87 Maintenance Record DATE MILEAGE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES ...

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Page 91: ...ecord this number in the space provided for reference if you ever need a new key 2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 3 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen ...

Page 92: ...p n 2259 434 2012Arctic Cat Inc Trademarks ofArctic Cat Inc Thief River Falls MN 56701 218 681 9851 U S 204 982 1772 Canada ...