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2. Secure the ATV with load rated hold-down straps.
NOTE: Suitable hold-down straps are available from your
Arctic Cat ATV dealer. Ordinary rope is not recommended
because it can stretch under load.
Gasoline-Oil-Lubricant
Recommended Gasoline
The recommended gasoline to use in this ATV is 87 minimum octane
regular unleaded. In many areas, oxygenates are added to the gasoline.
Oxygenated gasolines containing up to 10% ethanol or 5% methane
are acceptable gasolines.
When using ethanol blended gasoline, it is not necessary to add a gaso-
line antifreeze since ethanol will prevent the accumulation of moisture
in the fuel system.
Recommended Engine/Transmission Oil
The recommended oil to use is Arctic
Cat ACX All Weather synthetic
engine oil, which has been specifi-
cally formulated 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 cer-
tified SM 0W-40 oil is acceptable.
Recommended Front Differential/Rear Drive
Lubricant
NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of genuine Arctic Cat
lubricants.The recommended lubricant (front differential and
rear drive) is SAE approved 80W-90 hypoid. This lubricant
meets all of the lubrication requirements of the Arctic Cat ATV.
Filling Gas Tank
CAUTION
When using hold-down straps, care must be taken not to
damage the ATV.
CAUTION
Do not use white gas. Only Arctic Cat approved gasoline addi-
tives should be used.
CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could cause
serious engine damage. Do not use oils which contain graph-
ite or molybdenum additives. These oils can adversely affect
clutch operation. Also, not recommended are racing, vegeta-
ble, non-detergent, and castor-based oils.
CAUTION
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended lubricant
could cause serious front differential/rear drive damage.
! WARNING
Always fill the gas tank in a well-ventilated area. Never add gaso-
line to the ATV gas tank near any open flames or with the engine
running or hot. DO NOT SMOKE while filling the gas tank.
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