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Preparation After Storage
Taking the ATV out of storage and cor-
rectly preparing it will assure many miles
and hours of trouble-free riding. Arctic
Cat recommends the following procedure
to prepare the ATV.
1. Clean the ATV thoroughly.
2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth
from the exhaust system.
3. Check all control wires and cables
for signs of wear or fraying. Replace
if necessary.
4. Change the engine/transmission oil
and filter.
5. Check the coolant level and add
properly mixed coolant as necessary.
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,
license plate light, front and rear
turn signals, 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-
brated nuts, cap screws, and bolts
are tightened to specifications.
10. Make sure the steering moves freely
and does not bind.
11. Check the spark plug. Clean or
replace as necessary.
12. Follow the recommendations found
in the Starting the Engine sub-sec-
tion in this manual.
CAUTION
Before installing the battery, make
sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
position.
