Arctic Cat 2006 DVX 400 Operator'S Manual Download Page 17

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1. 

Remove the seat. 

2. 

Remove the two machine screws securing the cover.

 

 

3. 

Pull the retainer out and remove the filter with the foam element. 

4. 

Separate the foam element from the filter and clean both parts with soapy 

 

water.  

5. 

Air-dry the element. 

6. 

Put the foam element in a plastic bag and pour in some air filter cleaning  

 

solvent; then work the solvent into the element. 

7. 

Slightly squeeze the element to remove excess solvent.  

8. 

When the element is dry, put it into the filter. 

 

!! CAUTION !! 

Never put oil into the filter or the foam element. 

 
9. 

Place the foam around the air filter and install the filter into the air filter housing.   

10. 

Make sure that the air filter is properly seated and secure with the retainer.  

11. 

Install the cover and secure with the screws.  Install the seat. 

 

Air Filter Housing Drain Tube

 

 
Periodically check the drain tube for gasoline, oil or dirt accumulation. 

 

Tires 

 

The  ATV  has  low-pressure  tubeless  tires.  Below  you’ll  find  a  list  with  the  right  tire  sizes. 
Always use the size and type of tires as specified. 

 

Vehicle type 

Front 

Rear 

DVX 

22x7-10 

20x10-9 

 

!! ATTENTION !! 

Always use the size and type of tires as specified and maintain proper tire inflation pressure. 

 

Tire inflation pressure 

 

In  the  tool  set  supplied  with  your ATV you’ll find a barometer to measure the tire inflation 
pressure. Always check tire pressure before starting your ATV. 

 

Type 

Pressure  

 

Front 

Rear 

Off-road tires 

0,6-0,8 bar (according to load and route) 

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Tire Tread Condition 

 

 The  use  of  worn-out  tires  on  and  ATV  is  very  dangerous.  A  tire  is 
considered to be worn out when the depth of the tread is less than 3mm. 
Please observe legal regulations of your country! 
Worn-out tires have to be replaced immediately! 

 
 
 
 

!! ATTENTION !! 

The use of worn-out tires can be dangerous and can increase the risk of an accident. 

 

Tire Replacement 

 

The  ATV  has  low-pressure  tubeless  tires.  Air  is  sealed  by  the  contact  surfaces  of  the inner 
wheel rim and the tire bead. If either the inner wheel rim or tire bead is damaged, air may 
leak. Be extremely careful not to damage these areas when replacing tires.  If proper tools 
and  related  items  are  not  available,  have  this  maintenance  performed  by  an  authorized 
Arctic Cat ATV dealer. 

 
 

!! CAUTION !!   

When breaking the tire bead loose from the wheel, be extremely careful not to damage the  
inner wheel surface or the tire bead. 

 
 
Front/Rear Wheel Removal 
 

1. 

Park the ATV on level ground and engage the parking brake. 

2.  Loosen the lug nuts. 
3.  Elevate the ATV by placing a jack under the axle. 
4.  Remove the lug nuts. 
5.  Remove the wheel 
6.  Install the wheel and install the lug nuts. 
7.  Tighten the nuts to 80 Nm – 95 Nm 
8.  Remove the jack. 
 

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Summary of Contents for 2006 DVX 400

Page 1: ...17 GASOLINE OIL LUBRICANT 22 BREAK IN PROCEDURE 24 GENERAL MAINTENANCE 27 PREPARATION FOR STORAGE 38 PREPARATION AFTER STORAGE 39 FOR YOUR SAFETY 40 ACTIVE RIDING 44 TROUBLESHOOTING 52 WARRANTY 54 NOT...

Page 2: ...t remain with the ATV at the time of resale If the ATV changes ownership please contact the warranty service of the company ACE Trade AG Industriestra e 43 5600 ST JOHANN PG to ensure a proper registr...

Page 3: ...ODEL DVX 400 1 Tool storage under the seat 2 Reverse lever 3 Gearshift Pedal 4 Battery under the seat 5 Fuel valve 8 1 9 5 6 3 4 Page 6 6 Seat Lock 7 Foot Brake Pedal main brake 8 Parking Brake 9 Tail...

Page 4: ...e 12 Hazard Warning Lights 18 E Starter 13 Throttle Control 19 Mirrors 14 Low beam full beam 20 Speedometer 15 Horn 10 11 13 20 19 14 16 15 12 18 17 19 Page 8 Note The ATV you have purchased may diffe...

Page 5: ...y fixed No play is allowed and steering has to move freely Brakes Check the brake fluid level Push the hydraulic brake lever several times Check the lever for tightness and maneuverability Test the pa...

Page 6: ...perature is below 5 C ATTENTION Ii is very important not to touch or compress the throttle lever during the starting procedures 1 Move the choke lever until it is engaged you ll feel a light pressure...

Page 7: ...brake pads have to be prepared Don t put yourself into situations that require an immediate braking unless the brake pads are working properly this may result in serious accidents When using the hydra...

Page 8: ...fication Number is located on the right side of the frame The Engine Serial Number is located on the right side behind the exhaust pipe Always provide the ATV name Vehicle Identification Number and En...

Page 9: ...s 300 Page 18 NOTE High engine RPM low vehicle speed or heavy load can raise engine temperature Decreasing engine RPM reducing load and selecting an appropriate transmission gear can lower the tempera...

Page 10: ...S position The light switch has 2 positions low beam high beam Light switch Page 20 Electric Starter Button Pushing in on this button activates the starter motor Before starting the engine make sure t...

Page 11: ...he parking brake and place the transmission in first gear Turn the gas tank valve OFF Secure the ATV with load rated hold down straps ON OFF Page 22 NOTE Suitable hold down straps are available from y...

Page 12: ...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 pr...

Page 13: ...ION If necessary drain the gasoline or oil into a suitable container Shock absorbers Each shock absorber should be visibly checked weekly for excessive fluid leakage cracks or breaks in the lower case...

Page 14: ...r O ring and check to make sure it is positioned correctly then install the new oil filter 7 Install the oil filter drain plug and tighten securely 8 Install the engine drain plug and tighten it secur...

Page 15: ...sses Protect skin and clothing when handling batteries When servicing battery in enclosed space keep the area well ventilated Page 30 To charge the battery use the following procedure 1 Remove the bat...

Page 16: ...g temperature 2 Turn the throttle stop screw in our out until the engine idles at the recommended RPM Engine Idle RPM 1250 1350 U Min Page 32 ATTENTION Adjust the idle to the correct RPM Make sure the...

Page 17: ...set supplied with your ATV you ll find a barometer to measure the tire inflation pressure Always check tire pressure before starting your ATV Type Pressure Front Rear Off road tires 0 6 0 8 bar accord...

Page 18: ...e cover Adjusting Headlight Aim The headlights can be adjusted horizontally high beam low beam The geometric center of the HIGH beam light zone is to be used for vertical and horizontal aiming 1 Posit...

Page 19: ...ng dirt oil grass and other foreign matter from the entire ATV DO NOT get water into any part of the engine or air intake Allow the ATV to dry thoroughly 3 Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel stab...

Page 20: ...etc all controls headlights taillight brake light and headlight aim 7 Check the tire pressure 8 Take care that all screws nuts and holding components are tightened properly 9 Make sure the steering mo...

Page 21: ...clockwise three laps counter clockwise Turning in and out of the cones Three laps Page 42 5 Quick Turns 6 Crossing Obstacles Move two cones 1 Suddenly go left right or straight 2 Use posts or lumber...

Page 22: ...dvisable to take a rider training course See your Arctic Cat ATV dealer for details Riding Once the engine s warm the ATV is ready to go Please observe the following points Keep your feet on the footr...

Page 23: ...of the turn Page 46 Quick Turns Quick turns are the most difficult turns and should only be done after you are experienced with your ATV 1 As you approach the turn slow down 2 Turn the handlebars and...

Page 24: ...TION Never climb hills with an angle of gradient higher than 25 Page 48 Riding downhill 1 Shift your body weight as far back on the seat as possible 2 Keep it in a low gear 3 Lightly apply the brake a...

Page 25: ...observe the following 1 Examine the depth of the water and check for hidden obstacles like logs or rocks 2 Keep your speed slow 3 Make sure you have a way out on the other side of the water 4 If you...

Page 26: ...e the hand brake lever when you have shifted into a gear You cannot shift into reverse gear and or you hear a roaring noise Was the vehicle stopped completely before shifting Be sure to have engaged t...

Page 27: ...be done by an authorized ACE ATV dealer No transportation or rental charges for rented vehicles will be paid by ACE The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by ACE or an authorized AC...

Page 28: ...The costumer is then asked to sign a warranty form to ensure that warranty work repair o replacement of the warrantable part respectively was actually performed It s the owner s responsibility to main...

Page 29: ...NERSHIP WARRANTY TRANSFER TO Name ____________________________________________________ Address ___________________________________________________ Construction year Model _____________________________...

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Page 32: ...price list NOTE Some of the information in this booklet may not be up to date due to changes performed since printing The models shown in the pictures contain in part special equipment Please ask your...

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