Arctic Cat 2008 400 4x4, Operator'S Manual

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Adjust the idle to the correct RPM.
Make sure the engine is at normal
operating temperature before ad-
justing the idle RPM.
Throttle cable adjustment
To adjust the throttle cable free-
play:
1. Loosen the jam nut.
2. Slide the rubber boot away and
turn the adjuster until the throttle
lever has proper free-play of 2-4
mm.
3. Tighten the knurled nut against
the throttle cable adjuster securely;
then slide the rubber boot over the
adjuster.
Carburettor Float Bowl
Periodically, the fl oat bowl should
be drained. Your Arctic Cat ATV
dealer will do this service.
Gas/Vent Hoses
Replace the gas hose every two
years. Do not bend or obstruct
the routing of the carburetor vent
hose. Make certain that the vent
hose is securely connected to the
carburetor and hose holder and the
opposite end is always open.
Air fi lter
The air fi lter inside the air fi lter
housing must be kept clean to pro-
vide good engine power. If the ATV
is used under normal conditions,
service the fi lter at the intervals
specifi ed. If operated in dusty, wet
or muddy conditions, inspect and
service the fi lter more frequently.
The air fi lter is to be found under
the storage box:
• Remove the two plastic rivets.
• Remove the storage box cover
and slide the loose panelling
element forward.