Arctic Cat 2015 WILDCAT SPORT Operator'S Manual Download

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Braking/Stopping

Always allow plenty of room and time to

stop smoothly. Sometimes quick stops

are inevitable, so always be prepared.

Whether you’re stopping slowly or stop-

ping quickly, do this:

1. Release the accelerator; then press the

foot brake pedal to apply the brake.

2. If the wheels lock, release them for a

second; then apply them again. On

surfaces such as ice, mud, or loose

gravel, pump the brake pedal rapidly.

3. Never “ride” the brake. Even maintain-

ing minimal pressure on the brake pedal

will cause the brake pads to drag on the

disc and may overheat the brake fluid.

Parking

Parking involves following the previous

rules for braking; then:

1. After the vehicle stops, shift into

park; then turn off the ignition.

2. If you have to park on a hill, block the

wheels on the downhill side.

Basic Turns

Steering effort is at its lowest in two-wheel

drive (2WD). Greater effort is needed

when in four-wheel drive (4WD). The

greatest effort is needed when in four-

wheel drive and the differential is locked.

Never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) with the

lock control in the LOCK position.

Slow down before entering a turn. The

basic turning technique is to drive at low

speed and gradually adjust the amount of

steering to suit the driving surface. Do

not make sudden sharp turns on any sur-

face. Refer to the sub-sections Driving

Uphill, Driving Downhill, Crossing

Obstacles, Driving in Reverse, Skidding

or Sliding, Crossing Water, or Crossing

Roads for more information.
If your vehicle ever skids sideways during

a turn, steer in the direction of the skid.

Also, avoid hard braking or accelerating

until you have regained directional control.

Driving Uphill

Always drive straight up the hill and

always avoid hills steeper than 15°.

1. Keep both hands on the wheel.

2. Prior to starting the climb, shift into

low range, select four-wheel drive for

traction, and gradually press the accel-

erator; then maintain a constant speed.

3. If the vehicle stalls on a hill, press the

foot brake pedal to apply the brake,

shift into reverse, and slowly back

down the hill. Do not attempt to turn

around on a hill.

! WARNING

Excessive repetitive use of the
hydraulic brake for high speed stops
will cause overheating of the brake
fluid and premature brake pad wear
which will result in an unexpected
loss of brakes.

! WARNING

Use only Arctic Cat approved brake
fluid. Never substitute or mix differ-
ent types or grades of brake fluid.
Brake loss can result. Check brake
fluid level and pad wear before each
use. Brake loss can result in serious
injury or death.

! WARNING

Use care in turns - turning the steering
wheel too far or too fast can result in
loss of control or a rollover. Excessive
speed, driving aggressively, or making
abrupt maneuvers, even on flat, open
areas, can cause loss of control, tipping,
or rollover. Uneven terrain, rough terrain,
soft surfaces, slippery surfaces, and
paved surfaces can also cause a loss of
control or rollover in a turn. On loose or
soft surfaces, allow yourself more time
and distance to turn and slow down.

! WARNING

Do not attempt to turn around on a hill.

! WARNING

Driving up hills improperly can cause
loss of control of the vehicle resulting
in serious injury or death. Use extreme
care when driving in hilly terrain.