Arctic Cat 2004 650, Service Manual

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20. Remove the rear engine mount through-bolt; then
remove the rear engine mount brackets from the
frame.
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NOTE: Removing the brackets will allow the
engine to be moved rearward enough to release
the front drive coupler.
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21. Remove the front lower engine mount
through-bolt.
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22. Raise the rear of the engine and maneuver forward
to release the rear drive coupler; then lower the
rear and shift the engine to the rear to release the
front drive coupler.
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NOTE: This will require an assistant to hold
cables and lines clear and to assist in maneuver-
ing the engine/transmission assembly out of the
frame.
23. Remove the engine/transmission assembly from
the left side of the frame.
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NOTE: Tape over or cap all open hoses, lines,
and vents to prevent contamination. Make sure
that the gas tank valve is in the OFF position and
the tank cap is securely tightened.
Left-Side Components
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NOTE: For efficiency, it is preferable to remove
and disassemble only those components which
need to be addressed and to service only those
components. The technician should use discretion
and sound judgment.
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NOTE: The engine/transmission does not have
to be removed from the frame for this procedure.
Removing Left-Side
Components
A. Recoil Starter
B. Water Pump
C. Cover
D. Rotor/Flywheel
E. Stator
F. Starter Torque Limiter
G. Starter Clutch/Clutch Gear
H. Oil Pump
1. Remove the four cap screws securing the recoil
starter assembly to the left-side cover; then
remove the recoil starter. Account for the gasket.
2. Drain the cooling system including the coolant
reserve tank; then remove the coolant hoses (A),
four cap screws (B), and the water pump cover
(C). Account for the gasket.
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AT THIS POINT
To service any one specific component, only
limited disassembly of components may be
necessary. Note the AT THIS POINT information
in each sub-section.