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Installing
Engine/Transmission
NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends new gaskets and
O-rings be installed whenever servicing the vehi-
cle.
1. Using a suitable lifting sling and engine hoist,
lower the engine into the vehicle engaging the
slotted rear engine mount brackets with the engine
mounts; then install the front through-bolt.
2. Tighten the flange nuts on the rear cradle to 25
ft-lb; then tighten the nut on the front through-bolt
to 40 ft-lb.
HDX157A
HDX156A
3. Remove the plugs from the oil cooler lines and
connect to the appropriate fittings. Secure with
hose clamps and tighten securely.
4. Secure the front and rear driveshafts to the engine
flanges with the cap screws and tighten to 20 ft-lb;
then connect the upper and lower coolant hoses
and tighten the clamps securely.
5. Place a new grafoil seal in the cylinder head and a
new grafoil seal on the muffler end of the exhaust
pipe and install the exhaust pipe. Secure with two
exhaust springs and two cap screws tightened to
20 ft-lb.
HDX153A
HDX154
6. Install the forward exhaust pipe heat shield and
secure with the machine screws. Tighten securely.
HDX152A
7. Install the CVT cooling ducts on the V-bolt hous-
ing and secure with clamps. Tighten securely.
Install an appropriate nylon tie to secure the
exhaust duct.
HDX135A
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