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Your ATV can be hazardous to

operate.

A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneu-

vers such as turning and driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail

to take proper precautions.
For your safety, understand and follow all the warnings contained in

this Operator’s Manual and the labels on your ATV.
Keep this Operator’s Manual with your ATV at all times.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE WARNINGS CONTAINED IN THIS

MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
Training is available: U.S. owners, call 800-887-2887; Canadian

owners, call 613-739-1535.
Un cours d’instruction est disponible: pour les propriétaires cana-

diens, composez le 613-739-1535.
Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by

the following notations:

California Proposition 65

The Safety Alert Symbol means
ATTENTION! BE ALERT! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.

! WARNING

WARNING indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION, without the safety alert
symbol, is used to address practices
not related to personal injury.



NOTE:

A NOTE provides key information to
make procedures easier or more
clear.

! WARNING

This product contains or emits chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.

Summary of Contents for 2012 ATV 150

Page 1: ... TM 2012 Operator s Manual Do not remove this Operator s Manual from this ATV according to the guidelines and agreement with the U S Consumer Product Safety Commission Read this manual carefully It contains important safety information ...

Page 2: ...l 613 739 1535 Un cours d instruction est disponible pour les propriétaires cana diens composez le 613 739 1535 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations California Proposition 65 The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION BE ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or s...

Page 3: ...eventive maintenance program is designed to ensure that all critical components on this ATV are thor oughly inspected at various intervals All information in this manual is based on the latest product data and specifications available at the time of printing Arctic Cat Inc reserves the right to make product changes and improvements which may affect illustrations or explanations without notice At t...

Page 4: ...Key 33 Control Locations and Functions 33 LCD Indicator Lights 35 Gas Vent Hoses 36 Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 36 Oil Level Stick 36 Seat Lock 36 Safety Flag Bracket 36 Transporting ATV 36 Gasoline Oil Lubricant 37 Engine Break In 38 General Maintenance 39 49 Maintenance Schedule 39 Shock Absorbers 40 General Lubrication 40 Hand Brake Systems 41 Brake Lever Lock 41 Suspension Steering Arm Bushing...

Page 5: ...rate an ATV without wearing an approved helmet that fits properly You should also wear eye protection goggles or face shield gloves boots long sleeved shirt or jacket and long pants Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ATV Never operate at excessive speeds Always travel at a speed which is proper for the terrain visibility and operating conditions and your experience Never...

Page 6: ...use the size and type tires specified in this manual Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this manual Never improperly install or improperly use accessories on your ATV Never install a twist grip throttle on this ATV Never exceed the stated load capacity for this ATV One operator only No passengers Remove the speed limiting safety device on this ATV at your own risk FOR MORE INFORM...

Page 7: ...NST THE LAW NEVER OPERATE AN ATV WITHOUT AN APPROVED MOTORCYCLE HELMET EYE PROTECTION BOOTS GLOVES LONG PANTS AND A LONG SLEEVED SHIRT OR JACKET NEVER CONSUME ALCOHOL OR DRUGS BEFORE OR WHILE OPERATING AN ATV NEVER OPERATE AN ATV AT EXCESSIVE SPEEDS GO AT A SPEED WHICH IS PROPER FOR THE TERRAIN VISIBIL ITY CONDITIONS AND YOUR EXPERIENCE NEVER ATTEMPT TO DO WHEELIES JUMPS OR OTHER STUNTS ALWAYS BE ...

Page 8: ...on Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this informa tion before riding The labels should be considered as permanent parts of the ATV If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Arctic Cat ATV dealer for a replacement Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre détaillant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 1436 344 KM881B KM879D...

Page 9: ...ren may not have the skills abilities or judgment needed to operate the ATV safely and may be involved in a serious accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD A child under 14 should never operate this ATV A child lacking the skills abilities or judgment needed to operate the ATV safely should never operate this ATV A child under the age of 16 should never operate this ATV without parental supervision WARNI...

Page 10: ...control HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Go slowly and be extra careful when operating on unfamiliar ter rain Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when operating the ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an approved motorcycle helmet eye pro tection and protective clothing WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operating without an approved helmet increases your chances of a severe head injury...

Page 11: ...ontrol of the ATV which can result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always ride at a speed that is proper for the terrain visibility and operating conditions and your age and experience WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting wheelies jumps and other stunts WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the chance of an accident including an overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt stunts such as wheelies or j...

Page 12: ...small hills HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate the ATV on hills too steep for the ATV or for your abilities Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Turning improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN ATV could go out of control causing a collision or rollover HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for turning as described in this Operator s Manual Pract...

Page 13: ...ld flip over back wards Never go over the top of any hill at high speed An obstacle a sharp drop or another vehicle or person could be on the other side of the hill WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Stalling rolling backwards or improp erly dismounting while climbing a hill WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could result in the ATV overturning HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Use proper gear and maintain steady speed when climbing a ...

Page 14: ...es always follow proper procedures as described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding WHAT CAN HAPPEN You may lose control of the ATV You may also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Learn to safely control skidding or sliding by practicing at slow speeds and on level smooth terrain On extremely slippery surfaces...

Page 15: ...brake lever lock engaged could cause a change in handling or loss of brakes and cause an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always release the brake lever lock before driving the ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV through deep or fast flowing water WHAT CAN HAPPEN Tires may float causing loss of traction and loss of control which could lead to an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never op...

Page 16: ... of helmets on the market but make sure you wear a helmet that complies with the current standards of the U S Department of Transportation DOT The Snell Memorial Foundation or the Ameri can National Standards Institute ANSI Helmets that comply with one or more of these agency s standards have a sticker on the inside or outside of the helmet These helmets should provide full face protec tion If you...

Page 17: ...tems One easy way to remember what parts you need to check is by using the acronym T CLOC It stands for 1 Tires and Wheels Correct tire pressure is crucial Consult the General Maintenance section of this Opera tor s Manual for tire pressure guidelines Incorrect tire pressure can cause poor han dling instability and a loss of ATV control While checking the tire pressure inspect the tread and sidewa...

Page 18: ...ergencies and accidents are traumatic enough but they re even worse when you re not pre pared for them At the minimum during every ATV ride you should have the following items on board Tools Water Identification First Aid Kit For rides that are longer in duration and distance the following addi tional items are recommended Cellular Phone Maps GPS Emergency Kit with Flashlight and First Aid Kit Too...

Page 19: ...l Maps GPS Global Positioning System Maps may be unnecessary when you re familiar with the area But when you re riding on unfamiliar trails it s good to know where you are what s coming up and how to get back Emergency Kit with Flashlight and First Aid Kit You ll need several items in your Emergency Kit including a flashlight The matches will come in handy if you need to start a fire to stay warm ...

Page 20: ... For example when you drive a car quickly into a sharp turn your body is pulled to the outside of the vehicle by centrifugal force Although a car is relatively stable enough centrifugal force can cause an ATV to overturn Constantly shifting your weight is one major difference between driving a car and riding an ATV Knowing how to shift your weight is necessary to avoid rolling or flipping the ATV ...

Page 21: ...e times dangerous if you don t take proper precautions Weather You need to consider the weather It is dangerous to ride your ATV when the weather is bad or potentially bad Keep abreast with weather forecasts Terrain Always pay close attention to the terrain you re on even if it is famil iar to you You can t assume that the landscape you re used to doesn t change Changes to landscape can happen at ...

Page 22: ...ny component of this ATV is detected DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV Take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair Cargo Limitations One reason why passengers are prohib ited on this ATV is because their pres ence throws off the weight and balance of the ATV Cargo can do the same Limit the ATV to the specified load capacity rating The combined weight limit incl...

Page 23: ...lations Any police officer will tell you that ignorance of the law is no defense Your best defense is to check out your local state or provin cial ATV laws before riding It ll also make sure that you can con tinue to ride in your favorite areas The quickest way to have a land area closed is by riding over the regulations Group Behavior People occasionally do crazier and riskier things in a group t...

Page 24: ...s will go very far But when you put them all together when you re paying attention to how you feel when you re monitoring the move ments of your ATV and when you re constantly evaluating your envi ronment then you re practicing SIPDE SIPDE is an acronym that stands for S I P D E SCAN SEARCH IDENTIFY HAZARDS PREDICTWHAT WILL HAPPEN DECIDE WHAT TO DO EXECUTE THE DECISION ...

Page 25: ...deraged children all the more reason for you to be firm Experienced Trained Riders If anyone is going to borrow your ATV you are responsible for their supervision Before they ride have them take the training course have them watch the safety video and have them read the Operator s Manual You train them It doesn t matter how you do it as long as you do it ATV s are all a little different from the h...

Page 26: ...th Overall 95 0 cm 37 4 in Tire Size Front 21 x 7 10 Tire Size Rear 22 x 10 10 Tire Inflation Pressure Front Rear 27 6 kPa 4 0 psi 24 1 kPa 3 5 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 157 9 kg 349 lb Gas Tank Capacity Rated 8 7 L 2 3 U S gal Transmission Lubricant Recommended SAE 80W 90 Hypoid Transmission Lubricant Capacity 300 ml 10 fl oz Engine Oil Capacity Approx 1 0 L 1 06 U S qt Gasoline Recommende...

Page 27: ...e Limiter 9 Throttle Lever 10 Brakelights Taillights 11 Kick Start Lever 12 Engine Stop Switch 13 Starter Button 14 Rear Brake Lever 15 Oil Level Stick 16 Brake Fluid Sight Glass 17 Headlight Switch 18 Choke Lever 19 Shift Lever 20 Headlights Parking Lights NOTE The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of this manual KM882A KM879A KM884B ...

Page 28: ...engine warms up slowly slide the choke lever to the off position full right Another way to remember the starting procedure is by using the acro nym BONE C It stands for Emergency Starting This Arctic Cat ATV has an emergency kick starter to use if the electric starter becomes inoperative To use the starter follow this procedure 1 Push down on the kick starter until resistance is felt then with a s...

Page 29: ...our wheels lock release them for a second then apply them again 3 Never ride the brakes Even maintaining minimal pressure on a brake lever will cause the brake shoes to drag on the drums and overheat the brake system Parking Parking involves following the previous rules for braking then 1 After the ATV stops shift into neutral 2 Stop the engine using the engine stop switch 3 Turn off the ignition ...

Page 30: ...3 Shift your weight forward Sometimes your ATV may not respond and goes straight ahead instead of letting you turn Here s how to handle it 1 Slow down 2 Move forward on the seat 3 Lean to inside of turn 4 Turn handlebar Leaning Weight Shift and Balance When you turn the trick is to move forward and slide over to the side of the seat that s on the inside of the turn Support your body weight on the ...

Page 31: ...hen you sit down 10 Start the engine and follow the method for riding downhill Riding Uphill Roughly 20 of accidents happen while riding on hills and as a result of the ATV rolling or flipping So obviously use extreme caution and follow this method for riding uphill 1 Accelerate before you start climbing then maintain a steady pace 2 Lean as far forward as possible For steeper hills come off your ...

Page 32: ...w your brakes take it easy on them or you could flip over 1 Shift your body weight as far back on the seat as possible 2 Lightly apply the brakes and ease up on the throttle Wide Turns About 20 of ATV accidents happen during turns If you don t understand turning techniques it s easy for the ATV to get away from you by losing traction plowing or tipping 1 Ease off the throttle as you approach the t...

Page 33: ...tarts tipping shift your weight to keep it in balance To clear a single track only one tire contacts obstacle follow the same rules except 1 Use the ATV s momentum to clear the obstacle 2 Don t pull up on the handlebar 3 Don t apply the throttle Crossing Water Your ATV can only handle water up to its footrests Any more than that and you risk engine damage and or personal injury Stay away from fast...

Page 34: ...g slowly NOTE After riding through water mud snow or slush it is important to dry the brake system before parking the ATV 4 Practice driving in an open snow covered or ice covered area at slow speeds before driving on snow covered or ice covered trails 5 Learn how the ATV responds to steering and braking on the type of terrain to be encountered on the ride Stopping The ATV To stop the ATV first re...

Page 35: ...Functions Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions OFF position All electrical circuits are off The engine will not start The key can be removed in this position ON position The ignition circuit is complete the engine can run The key cannot be removed in this position LIGHTS position The ignition circuit is complete and the parking lights and taillights are on The headlight switch i...

Page 36: ...gnition circuit is off The engine cannot be started or will not run If the engine stop switch is used to stop engine without turning off ignition switch the battery may discharge RUN position The ignition circuit is on The engine can start and run Electric Starter Button Pushing in on this button activates the starter motor Before starting the engine make sure the ignition switch is in the ON posi...

Page 37: ...hen the desired display is indicated While in TRIP mode depress and hold buttons A and B to reset the trip meter to zero 3 Clock To set the clock use the following procedure A Using button B make sure the gauge is in the odometer ODO mode then simultaneously depress and hold buttons A and B until the hour flashes in the clock window approxi mately three seconds B Depress button B to set the hour 2...

Page 38: ...should be threaded into the engine crankcase for checking purposes 3 Remove the oil level stick the engine oil level should be between the lower level and upper level on the stick Seat Lock 1 To remove the seat push the seat lock lever rearward located at the rear of the ATV under the seat Raise the rear end of the seat and slide it rearward 2 To lock the seat into position slide the front of the ...

Page 39: ...ctic Cat engine Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather syn thetic engine oil is the only oil rec ommended for use in this engine use of any API certified SM 0W 40 oil is acceptable Recommended Transmission Lubricant NOTE Arctic Cat recommends the use of genuine Arctic Cat lubricants The recommended transmission lubricant to use is SAE 80W 90 hypoid CAUTION Failure to engage the brake lever lock and p...

Page 40: ...to load aiding the engine component mating process and then unload allowing components to cool Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine components during break in care should be taken not to overload the engine too often When the engine starts allow it to warm up properly Idle the engine several minutes until the engine has reached normal operating tem perature Do not idle the e...

Page 41: ...icate replace as necessary Dealer maintenance When using Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic oil oil change interval can be increased to every 1 000 miles or every year C Clean L Lubricate R Replace T Tighten Maintenance Schedule Item Page Initial Service First Week Monthly Quarterly Annually Air filter 46 I I Battery 42 I I I Brake components 41 I Inspect every time before riding Lights 48 I Ins...

Page 42: ...contami nates to enter the opening 3 Remove the oil drain plug from the left front of the engine then remove the oil screen filter cap from under the right front of the engine and clean the screen 4 Install the screen filter cap spring and screen Tighten to 11 ft lb 5 Install the drain plug and tighten to 22 ft lb Pour the recommended oil in the fill hole Install oil level stick 6 Start the engine...

Page 43: ...g Front Wheel Brake System 1 Raise ATV enough to allow the wheels to spin freely 2 On the brake lever cable assembly loosen both jam nuts Turn both cable adjusters counterclockwise until both front wheels do not spin freely 3 Turn both cable adjusters in 1 4 turn increments clockwise until wheels spin with a very slight amount of drag 4 Lower ATV push ATV forward and compress brake lever 5 If fron...

Page 44: ... present or tie rod end free play seems exces sive contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service Battery The battery is located under the seat After being in service batteries require regular cleaning and recharg ing in order to deliver peak performance and maximum service life The following procedure is recommended for cleaning and maintain ing a sealed battery Always read and follow in...

Page 45: ...f the charge sequence NOTE Not using a battery charger with the proper float maintenance will damage the battery if connected over extended periods Charging NOTE Arctic Cat recommends the use of the CTEK Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery maintenance charging 1 Be sure the battery and terminals have been cleaned with a bak ing soda and water solution NOTE The sealing strip should N...

Page 46: ... Attach one clamp of the posi tive red jumper cable to the positive terminal 1 of the dead battery C being careful not to touch any metal with the other clamp then attach the other clamp of the positive red jumper cable to the posi tive terminal 2 of the good battery B NOTE Some jumper cables may be the same color but the clamps or ends will be color coded red and black WARNING Improper handling o...

Page 47: ...TV dealer if the plug insulator is not a light brown color To help prevent cold weather fouling make sure to thoroughly warm up the engine before operating To maintain a hot strong spark keep the plug free of carbon Before removing the spark plug be sure to clean the area around the spark plug If you do not dirt could enter engine when removing or installing the spark plug Adjust the gap to 0 6 mm...

Page 48: ...r 2 Remove the air filter housing cover then pull the filter out 3 Fill a wash pan larger than the filter with a non flamma ble cleaning solvent then dip the filter in the solvent and wash it NOTE Foam Air Filter Cleaner and Foam Air Filter Oil are available from Arctic Cat 4 Compress the filter by pressing it between the palms of both hands to remove excess solvent Do not twist or wring the filte...

Page 49: ...ld be taken to choose cleaning solutions and lubricants that are suitable for O ring chains 1 Using a suitable nonflammable cleaning solution thoroughly wash the chain and sprockets 2 Allow the chain to dry then apply a dry graphite based lubricant to the chain The drive chain should be lubricated with a dry graphite based chain lubricant By using a dry graphite based chain lubricant dirt buildup ...

Page 50: ...ot be repaired using a plug the tire must be replaced When operating the ATV in areas where transportation or service facilities are not readily available it is strongly recommended to carry a plug type repair kit and a tire pump along Wheels 1 Park the ATV on level ground and engage the brake lever lock 2 Loosen the wheel nuts on the wheel to be removed 3 Elevate the ATV 4 Remove the wheel nuts 5...

Page 51: ...new bulb into the socket and press the socket into the run ning light housing To replace the brakelight bulb use the following procedure 1 Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock and pull it out of the light housing 2 Push the bulb in and turn it counterclockwise 3 Install the new bulb by turning it clockwise while pushing in then place the socket into the light housing and lock by turning...

Page 52: ... float chamber 5 Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean cloth 6 Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing and plungers of the shock absorbers 7 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws Make sure rivets holding components together are tight Replace all loose rivets Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts cap screws and bolts are tightened to specifications 8 Clean the ATV...

Page 53: ...ssary 4 Change the transmission lubricant 5 Charge the battery then install 6 Connect the battery cables making sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake system cables shoes etc all controls and brakelight adjust or replace if necessary 8 Check the tire pressure Inflate to recommended pressure as nec essary 9 Tighten all nuts bolts cap screws and screws making sure all cali...

Page 54: ...tion of council directives EMC Directive 97 24 EC Date of Issue June 1997 EC Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Date of Issue May 2006 Issued by European Commission Type of Equipment All Terrain Vehicles Brand Name Arctic Cat Model 150 2x4 Standards to which conformity is declared EN 61000 6 2 2005 EN 55012 2007 Manufacturer if not issuing agent Arctic Cat Inc 601 Brooks Ave S Thief River Falls MN 567...

Page 55: ...s including rental operations non transferable 3 Thirty days from date of sale of ATV on Arctic Cat supplied batteries 4 Thirty days from date of sale for all dealer installed genuine Arctic Cat service parts and accessories 5 Until expiration of the new product warranty paragraphs 1 and 2 above for all eligible replacement parts on new product Exclusions to this warranty include normal wear abuse...

Page 56: ...t the selling dealer has ceased to do business you have moved or you are in a location away from your selling dealer warranty may be performed by any authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer The authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer will examine the ATV or part to deter mine if in his opinion a warrantable condition exists If a warrantable con dition appears to exist the dealer will repair or replace at Arctic...

Page 57: ...epair and the geographically appropriate hourly labor rate The owner may be required to keep receipts and failed components in order to receive compensation Limitations This Emission Control System Warranty shall not cover any of the following A Repair or replacement required as a result of 1 accident 2 misuse 3 lack of required maintenance 4 repairs improperly performed or replacements improperly...

Page 58: ...e and continues for 30 months or 2500 miles whichever comes first COMPONENTS COVERED The emissions warranty covers major emissions control components and emission related components listed as follows Engine Management and Sensors Fuel Air System Barometric Pressure Sensor Fuel Injectors Camshaft Position Sensor Fuel Pressure Regulator Engine Control Unit ECU Fuel Pump Engine Coolant Temperature Se...

Page 59: ...c Cat will then process the application and issue warranty for the balance of the time remaining of the original warranty Address Change Ownership Change Warranty Transfer Change Of Address Ownership Warranty Transfer To Name _________________________________________ Address _______________________________________ City State Province Zip Code Postal Code __________ Phone __________________________...

Page 60: ...CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here Fold Back ...

Page 61: ...59 Maintenance Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES ...

Page 62: ...60 Maintenance Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES ...

Page 63: ...ecord the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your autho rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer or for reference in case the ATV is stolen WARNING Indicates a potential hazard that could result in serious injury or death ...

Page 64: ...assengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control ALWAYS use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns avoid paved surfaces pavement may seriously affect handling and control LOCATE AND READ OPERATOR S MANUAL FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVE...

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