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Limited Warranty

Arctic Cat Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Arctic Cat) extends a limited warranty as described below on
each new Arctic Cat ATV it assembles and on each genuine Arctic Cat ATV part and accessory
assembled and sold by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. The limited warranty on an Arctic Cat ATV
is extended to the original retail purchaser for the time periods described below; however, the balance
of the remaining warranty may be transferred to another party unless the purchase is for commercial
use (see below). Warranty coverage is only available in the country in which the original retail purchase
occurs to the original retail purchaser resident in that country or to a transferee resident in that country
of the balance of the remaining warranty.

Arctic Cat warrants only the products it assembles and/or sells and does not warrant that other
products will function properly when used with an Arctic Cat ATV or will not damage the ATV. Arctic Cat
does not assume any liability for incidental or consequential damages.

Arctic Cat will repair or replace, at its option, free of charge (including any related labor charges), any
parts that are found to be warrantable in material or workmanship. This repair work MUST be done by
an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. No transportation charges, rental charges, or inconvenience costs
will be paid by Arctic Cat. The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by Arctic Cat or an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. Arctic Cat reserves the right to inspect such parts at its factory for
final determination if warranty should apply.

The warranty periods are as follows:

1. Six months from the date of sale — for an Arctic Cat ATV used for recreational purposes.

2. Ninety days from date of invoice — for an Arctic Cat ATV used for commercial purposes, including

rental operations (non-transferable).

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:

1. Failure to perform the proper break-in procedure and all related maintenance, storage procedures

(if stored for extended periods), and/or service as recommended in the Operator’s Manual.

2. Repairs and/or adjustments by anyone other than an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer.

3. Use of improper carburetor jets.

4. Use of improper gasoline, lubricating oils, or spark plug(s).

5. An accident or subjecting the ATV to misuse, abuse, or negligent operation.

6. Any modification, addition, or removal of parts unless instructed to do so by Arctic Cat.

7. Use of the ATV in any way for racing purposes.

8. Removal of the engine for use in another vehicle.

9. Removal or mutilation of the Vehicle Identification Number or Engine Serial Number.

10. Use of parts not sold or approved by Arctic Cat.

11. Damage due to improper transportation.

Arctic Cat shall not be responsible for and this limited warranty excludes recovery of economic,
punitive, consequential and incidental damages, lost profits, and loss of use. Some states or
provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so
the above limitation may not apply to you. Arctic Cat’s aggregate liability may not exceed the
price of the product. The law of the State of Minnesota shall apply to all claims or disputes,
exclusive of its conflicts of law provisions.

IMPLIED WARRANTY EXCLUSION AND DISCLAIMER

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Arctic Cat excludes and disclaims all implied warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
If you are not satisfied with warranty service or repairs, you should contact Arctic Cat at (U.S.)
1-218-681-9851 or (Canada) 1-204-982-1656.

Summary of Contents for 300 Utility

Page 1: ...eement with the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission Read this manual carefully It contains important safety information UNDER 16 WARNING Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death NEVER operate this ATV if you are under 16 www arcticcat com 300 Utility DVX 300 ...

Page 2: ...ED IN THIS MAN UAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH For your safety it is important all opera tors be properly trained to operate an ATV Training is available U S owners call 800 887 2887 Canadian owners call 613 739 1535 Pour votre sécurité il est importante que tout opérateur est formé correctement pour opérer un VTT Un cours d instruction est disponible pour les propriétaires cana diens co...

Page 3: ...This preventive maintenance program is designed to ensure that all critical components on this ATV are thor oughly inspected at various intervals All information in this manual is based on the latest product data and specifica tions available at the time of printing Arctic Cat Inc reserves the right to make product changes and improvements which may affect illustrations or explana tions without no...

Page 4: ...9 Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 49 Oil Level Inspection Window 49 Seat Latch 49 Safety Flag Bracket 49 Rack Loading Front and Rear Utility 49 Trailering and Towing Utility 50 Transporting ATV 50 Gasoline Oil Lubricant 50 Engine Break In 52 Burnishing Brake Pads 52 General Maintenance 53 67 Maintenance Schedule 53 Cooling System 54 Shock Absorbers 54 General Lubrication 55 Hydraulic Brakes 57 Brake F...

Page 5: ... 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 pro cedure described in this manual Always check for obstacles before operating in a...

Page 6: ...rse Always follow these age recommen dations A Y 12 is intended for use by chil dren age 12 or older and a T 14 is intended for use by an operator age 14 or older A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV without adult supervision Children need to be observed carefully because not all children have the strength size skills or judgment to operate an ATV safely Never carry a passenger o...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...nformation Anyone who rides the ATV should read and under stand this information before riding The labels should be considered as per manent parts of the ATV If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Arctic Cat ATV dealer for a replacement Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre détaillant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 2436 149 DVX ...

Page 9: ... WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 7 Warning Labels Utility KM152C ...

Page 10: ... WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 8 Warning Labels DVX KM169E ...

Page 11: ...s ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of an 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 Carrying a passenger on this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly r...

Page 12: ...g without an approved helmet increases your chances of a severe head injury or death in the event of an accident Operating without eye protection can result in an acci dent and increases your chances of a severe injury in the event of an accident Operating without protective clothing increases your chances of severe injury in the event of an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always wear an approved...

Page 13: ... in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always ride at a speed that is proper for the terrain visibility and operating condi tions and your experience WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies jumps and other stunts WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident including a roll over HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts such as wheelies or jumps Don t try to show off WARNING POTENT...

Page 14: ...to react Could result in the ATV overturning or going out of control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar terrain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating on rough slippery or loose terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of traction or ATV control which co...

Page 15: ...d Never open the throttle suddenly or make sudden gear changes The ATV could flip over backwards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to over turn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always fol...

Page 16: ...improperly dismounting while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in the ATV overturning HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when climbing a hill If you lose all forward speed Keep weight uphill Apply the brakes Engage the brake lever lock after you are stopped If you begin rolling backwards Keep weight uphill Apply the brakes while rolling backwards When full...

Page 17: ...hat wet brakes may have reduced stopping capability Test your brakes after leaving water If necessary apply them several times to dry out the pads WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating in reverse WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could hit an obstacle or person behind you resulting in serious injury HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Before you engage reverse gear make sure there are no obstacles or people behind ...

Page 18: ...ENTIAL HAZARD Overloading the ATV or carrying or towing cargo improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause changes in ATV handling which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capacity for the ATV Cargo should be properly distributed and securely attached Reduce speed when carrying cargo or pulling a trailer Allow greater distance for braking Always follow the ins...

Page 19: ... remember the seasons Wear a hat under your helmet and a snowmobile suit in the winter and lighter protective clothing in the summer Following is the minimum protection you need to wear during every ride Gloves Your hands are targets for flying objects and branches Along with providing skin protection gloves will shield your hands from harsh weather Wear gloves that are weather resistant and have ...

Page 20: ...ond step in Prevention is checking 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 ...

Page 21: ... should have a free smooth range of motion If it seems to stick at any point refer to the General Mainte nance section of this Operator s Manual for instructions Driving your ATV with a sticking throttle can turn your leisurely ride into an unwelcome accident Don t drive your ATV if the throttle sticks 3 LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL Turn the hi beam and lo beam on and off to make sure they work At the sa...

Page 22: ...Kit with Flashlight and First Aid Kit Tools Routine maintenance will generally elim inate the need for emergency repairs Riding on rough terrain could cause loos ening of nuts bolts and fasteners Espe cially on long rides carrying the right tools can prevent an inconvenience from becoming a crisis Water Water is so important that you need to carry it regardless of the duration of your ride Heat ex...

Page 23: ...ems in your Emer gency Kit including a flashlight The matches will come in handy if you need to start a fire to stay warm Flares are appropriate for signaling help A first aid kit is very important if an injury of some type should happen A good First Aid Kit should include bandages antiseptic spray gauze tape etc Carry these items 1 Flashlight 2 Matches 3 Flares 4 First Aid Kit 5 Money ...

Page 24: ...he ATV For example when you drive a car quickly into a sharp turn your body is pulled to the outside of the vehicle by centrifugal force Although a car is relatively stable enough centrifugal force can cause an ATV to overturn Constantly shifting your weight is one major difference between driving a car and riding an ATV Knowing how to shift your weight is necessary to avoid rolling or flipping th...

Page 25: ...ften 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 from lines 1 10 YOUR RISK FACTOR IS 10 15 You re pretty conservative Chances are good that the consistently safe choices you make will help you a...

Page 26: ... 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 off the trail if you need to stop Keep your weight shifted into the slope It also helps to know which trails you can legally ride and who else might be on those same trails The...

Page 27: ...repair Cargo Limitations One reason why passengers are prohibited on this ATV is because their presence throws off the weight and balance of the ATV Cargo can do the same Limit the ATV to the specified load capacity rating The combined weight limit including you and your personal items is a specified amount so consult the Load Capacity Rat ings Chart and monitor it carefully Extra weight on the AT...

Page 28: ...ting this ATV with improper modifications can be hazardous Improper installation of accessories or modification of the ATV may cause changes in handling which could lead to an accident Never modify the ATV with improper installation or use of improper accessories All parts and accessories installed on this ATV must be genuine Arctic Cat parts and accessories designed for use on this ATV Install an...

Page 29: ...p with or out do those around you We can all be competi tive and that can lead to risk taking resulting in serious injury or equipment damage Know your limitations and don t be afraid to slow the pace down SIPDE By themselves none of these safe behav iors and sound judgments will go very far But when you put them all together when you re paying attention to how you feel when you re monitoring the ...

Page 30: ... do it ATV s are all a little different from the handling to the stability to the controls So regardless of how much experience your family members have with ATV s they don t have experience with your ATV Let experienced riders get familiar with your ATV show them the basics before they take off You don t want it on your conscience that someone got hurt because you didn t tell them how to use your...

Page 31: ...x 11 9 Tire Inflation Pressure Front 27 6 kPa 4 0 psi Tire Inflation Pressure Rear 24 1 kPa 3 5 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 216 4 kg 477 lb 192 8 kg 425 lb Gas Tank Capacity 12 8 L 3 39 U S gal 12 8 L 3 39 U S gal Reserve Capacity 4 54 L 1 2 U S gal 4 54 L 1 2 U S gal Engine Oil Capacity Approx 1 4 L 1 5 U S qt 1 6 L 1 69 U S qt Transmission Lubricant Capacity 600 ml 20 3 fl oz Overhaul 500 m...

Page 32: ...e 5 Choke Lever 6 Seat Lock Lever 7 Rear Foot Brake 8 Recoil Starter 9 Engine Stop Switch 10 Brake Lever Lock 11 Key Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 Throttle Limiter 14 Throttle Lever 15 Starter Button 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location 18 Headlight OFF HI LO Switch 19 Reverse Override Button 20 Tool Kit ...

Page 33: ...lve 5 Choke Lever 6 Seat Lock Lever 7 Rear Foot Brake 8 Shift Lever 9 Brake Lever Lock 10 Engine Stop Switch 11 Key Switch 12 Reverse Override Button 13 Throttle Limiter 14 Throttle Lever 15 Tool Kit Location 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location 18 Headlight OFF HI LO Switch 19 Starter Button ...

Page 34: ...running Follow these steps to start it up 1 Ensure that the fuel valve is in the ON position 2 Mount the ATV and sit down 3 Compress the hand brake then engage the brake lever lock 4 Shift the transmission into neutral 5 Turn on the ignition 6 Move the choke lever to the engaged position if starting the engine cold if it s already warmed up you shouldn t need to use the choke at all 7 Move the eng...

Page 35: ...To shift the ATV follow these steps 1 To engage the high range from neu tral move the shift lever outward and forward 2 To engage the low range from high range come to a complete stop then move the shift lever outward and forward KM124A NOTE The high range is for nor mal riding with light loads The low range is for carrying heavy loads or trailer towing Compared to HIGH range the LOW range positio...

Page 36: ...ng involves following the previous rules for braking then 1 After the ATV stops shift into neu tral 2 Stop the engine using the engine stop switch 3 Turn off the ignition 4 If you have to park on a hill shift the ATV into low gear otherwise try to park only on level surfaces 5 Engage the brake lever lock Dismounting the ATV After you ve followed the procedure for parking it s time to dismount 1 Do...

Page 37: ...nds on the handlebar 2 Compress the brake lever releasing the brake lever lock 3 Move the shift lever from N and select a desired gear then slowly compress the throttle lever while releasing the hand brake 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 footr...

Page 38: ...g 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 than you do in a wide turn 4 If shifting your weight and balance aren t enough to keep the ATV tires on the ground stra...

Page 39: ...ight shifting and balancing shift your 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 ATV rolls backward down the h...

Page 40: ...ously use extreme caution and follow this method for riding uphill ATV 0019 ATV 0032 ATV 0033 1 Accelerate before you start climb ing then maintain a steady pace 2 Lean as far forward as possible For steeper hills come off your seat to stand and lean forward 3 If you lose speed quickly shift to a lower gear At the same time release the throttle so your front tires don t lift OR 4 If that doesn t w...

Page 41: ... follow this method ATV 0017 ATV 0028 ATV 0029 1 Keep your speed low and consistent 2 Shift all your body weight to the uphill side of the seat also support your weight on the uphill footrest 3 Steer like you re driving into the hill 4 If the ATV feels like it s tipping turn the handlebar downhill If that s not possible because of the terrain or other conditions or if it just doesn t work stop and...

Page 42: ...motion Your ATV will respond differently for different obstacles logs ruts etc but these are general guidelines for overcoming two track both tires contacting the obstacle at the same time obstacles ATV 0016 ATV 0026 ATV 0027 1 Keep your speed way down less than 5 mph 2 Approach the obstacle head on 3 Come up off the seat 4 Keep your weight on the footrests 5 Apply a little throttle when the front...

Page 43: ...ock 3 Find something to block the rear tires Stalling on a Hill If you use the right method for riding uphill this shouldn t happen But if you have a problem do this 1 If the ATV hasn t started rolling backwards yet follow the proce dure for the K Turn OR 2 If the ATV is already rolling back ward lean as far forward as possible standing up on the footrests 3 Nice and easy apply the front and rear ...

Page 44: ...aw dry them by applying them several times while riding slowly NOTE After riding through water mud snow or slush it is important to dry both brake systems before parking the ATV 4 Practice driving in an open snow covered or ice covered area at 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 encounte...

Page 45: ...circuits are off The engine will not start The key can be removed in this position ON position The ignition circuit is complete and the engine can run The key cannot be removed in this position LIGHTS position The ignition circuit is complete and the taillight is on The key cannot be removed in this position NOTE To illuminate the head light the engine must be running and the headlight switch must...

Page 46: ...gages and the 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...

Page 47: ... is in neutral and the parking brake lock is engaged NOTE This ATV has a safety interlock switch which prevents the starter motor from activating when the transmission is not in neutral The interlock will be bypassed if the hand brake lever is compressed or if the auxiliary brake pedal is depressed Reverse Override These ATV s are equipped with a reverse speed limiter system When additional RPM is...

Page 48: ...alve will pre vent gasoline flow to the carburetor In the ON position the normal operating position gasoline will flow from the tank to the carburetor In this position 4 54 L 1 2 U S gal will remain in the tank as a reserve quantity Moving the valve to the reserve RES position will allow the operator to use the remaining gasoline in the tank When turning the valve to any of the three posi tions be...

Page 49: ...tricting air flow 2 High Beam Indicator A blue light will illuminate when the engine is running the ignition switch is in the LIGHTS position and the headlight switch is in the HI beam position 3 Neutral Indicator A green light will illuminate when the transmis sion is in neutral and the ignition switch is on The light will go out when shifted into any gear other than neutral 4 Reverse Indicator A...

Page 50: ... return to normal operation A Hour Set Press and hold Mode Set Buttons 1 and 2 until the hour display flashes then release both buttons and again press Mode Set Button 2 to select the desired hour When the desired hour is displayed release the button NOTE The clock displays a sequential 24 hour time only There is no 12 hour AM PM designation B Minute Set Press and hold Mode Set Button 1 until the ...

Page 51: ...rks KM180 Seat Latch 1 To remove the seat push the seat latch lever to the left located at the rear end of the seat Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it backward 2 To lock the seat into position slide the front of the seat into the seat retainer and push down firmly on rear of seat The seat should auto matically lock into position Safety Flag Bracket A bracket is provided for mounting a fla...

Page 52: ...es are added to the gasoline Oxygenated gaso lines containing up to 10 ethanol or 5 methane are acceptable gasolines When using ethanol blended gasoline it is not necessary to add a gasoline antifreeze since ethanol will prevent the accumulation of moisture in the fuel system WARNING Make sure the loads on the front and rear racks will not interfere with the ATV controls or obstruct the view of th...

Page 53: ...ot to overfill the tank If overfilled gas may leak onto the engine creating a fire haz ard To remove and install the tank cap use the following procedure 1 Remove the vent tube from the instrument pod 2 Turn the cap counterclockwise and remove 3 Turn the cap clockwise to tighten the cap securely after filling the tank then install the vent tube making sure it is properly routed CAUTION Any oil use...

Page 54: ...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 When the engine starts allow it to warm up properly Idle the engine several min utes until the engine has reached normal operating temperature Do not idle the engine for excessively lon...

Page 55: ... 3 months 6 months Air filter Engine 63 I I Air filter V belt housing 62 I I Battery 58 I I Brake components 57 I Inspect every time before riding Brake fluid 57 I Replace every 2 years Brake hoses 57 I Replace every 4 years Chassis nuts and bolts I T Cooling system 54 I Inspect every time before riding Electrical connections I I Engine nuts and bolts I I Engine oil 55 C C Frame welds racks I I Ga...

Page 56: ...the cooling system is being filled air pockets may develop there fore run the engine for five minutes after the initial fill shut the engine off and then fill the cooling system NOTE Use a good quality biode gradable glycol based automotive type antifreeze Shock Absorbers Each shock absorber should be visibly checked weekly for excessive fluid leak age some seal leakage may be observed but it does...

Page 57: ...NOTE Refer to the recommended oil viscosity chart on page 51 in this manual for the proper engine oil Change the engine oil and clean the oil screen at the scheduled intervals The engine should always be warm when the oil is changed so the oil will drain easily and completely 1 Park the ATV on level ground 2 Loosen the oil fill plug Be careful not to allow contaminates to enter the opening KM126A ...

Page 58: ... to allow contaminates to enter the opening KM104A 3 Remove the drain plug and drain the lubricant into a drain pan KM106A 4 Install the drain plug and tighten to 22 ft lb 5 Pour correct amount of recommended lubricant see specifications chart into the fill plug hole then install the fill plug and tighten securely 6 Start the engine and drive the ATV to warm up the transmission then check for any ...

Page 59: ... 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 condition of each of the brake pads as follows 1 Remove a front wheel 2 Measure each brake pad thickness 3 If thickness of either brake pad is less than 1 0 mm 0 039 in take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer to have brake pads replaced P...

Page 60: ...e rod end free play seems excessive con tact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service Battery The battery is located under the seat After being in service batteries require regular cleaning and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and maxi mum service life The following proce dure is recommended for cleaning and maintaining a sealed battery Always read and follow instructions pro...

Page 61: ...ich time the Mainte nance Charge Indicator D will illu minate and the maintainer charger will change to pulse float mainte nance If the battery falls below 12 9 DC volts the charger will automati cally start again at the first step of the charge sequence 3300A NOTE Not using a battery char ger with the proper float mainte nance will damage the battery if connected over extended periods Charging NO...

Page 62: ... easily reach then shift into neutral set and lock the brakes shut off all electrical accessories and turn the ignition switch OFF NOTE Make sure all switches on the vehicle to be jump started are turned OFF 5 Disconnect all external accessories such as cell phones GPS units and radios on both vehicles 6 Attach one clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the positive terminal 1 of the dead batte...

Page 63: ...ons chart for the correct spark plug A light brown insu lator indicates that the plug is correct A white or dark insulator indicates that the engine may need to be serviced or the car buretor 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 oper...

Page 64: ...using cover Tap the filter lightly to remove dust and debris then use compressed air to thoroughly clean the filter NOTE Inspect the filter element If damaged or torn it must be replaced 3 Install the filter housing cover onto the filter housing 4 Place the filter housing into position on the front fender Tighten the two screws securely then place the cen ter cover into position between the front ...

Page 65: ...Arctic Cat 5 Squeeze the element by pressing it between the palms of both hands to remove excess solvent Do not twist or wring the element or it will develop cracks 6 Dry the element 7 Put the element in a plastic bag then pour in air filter oil and work the oil into the element 8 Squeeze the element to remove excess oil 9 Clean any dirt or debris from inside the air cleaner Be sure no dirt enters...

Page 66: ...e drive chain should be cleaned and lubricated frequently to prolong chain and sprocket life Use the following pro cedure to clean and lubricate the chain NOTE This ATV is equipped with an O ring type roller chain Each link incorporates small O rings to seal out water and dirt Care should be taken to choose cleaning solutions and lubricants suitable for O ring chains 1 Using a suitable nonflammabl...

Page 67: ...tire bead or wheel rims If proper tools and related items are not available have this maintenance per formed by an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or a qualified tire repair station Tubeless Tire Repair 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...

Page 68: ...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 Remove the rubber boot from the back of the headlight housing then remove the three wire connector from the bulb KM194A 2 Rel...

Page 69: ...se box with three active fuses and one spare fuse is located under the seat near the battery KM102 NOTE To remove the fuse com press the locking tabs on either side of the fuse cover and lift off then remove and replace the fuse Tools A basic tool kit located under the seat is provided with the ATV Maintain the tool kit with the ATV at all times CAUTION When replacing the headlight bulb be careful...

Page 70: ...right side of the gas tank 5 Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean cloth 6 Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing plungers of the shock absorbers and drive chain 7 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 speci...

Page 71: ...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 and screws making sure all cali bra...

Page 72: ...70 Maintenance Record DATE HOURS SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES ...

Page 73: ...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 74: ...ent the selling dealer 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 ATV 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...

Page 75: ...s 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 ...

Page 76: ...onths 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 Carburetor s Inta...

Page 77: ...air 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 improperly i...

Page 78: ...f council directives EMC Directive 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 DVX 300 300 Utility Standards to which conformity is declared EN 61000 6 2 2005 EN 55012 2007 Manufacturer if not issuing agent Arctic Cat Inc 601 Brooks Ave S Thief River Falls ...

Page 79: ...ly available in the country in which the original retail purchase occurs to the original retail purchaser resident in that country or to a transferee resident in that country of the balance of the remaining warranty Address Change Ownership Change Warranty Transfer CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP WARRANTY TRANSFER TO Name _________________________________________ Address ______________________________...

Page 80: ...Place Stamp Here Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 ...

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Page 83: ...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 84: ...ithout proper training or instruction at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions on public roads a collision can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns avoid paved surfaces pavement may seriously affect handling an...

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