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Location of Parts and Controls

KC405A

KC401A

KC391A

 1. Battery
 2. Headlights
 3. Rear Brake Lever
 4. Power Distribution Module
 5. Electrical Access Panel
 6. Seat Latch
 7. Storage Compartment

8.  Reverse Override Switch

 9. Rear Brake Pedal

10. Brake Lever Lock

11. Key Switch

12. Shift Lever
13. Throttle Limiter
14. Throttle Lever
15. Front Brake Lever
16. Taillight/Brakelight
17. Operator’s Manual Location
18. Headlight HI/LO Switch
19. Starter Button
20. Emergency Stop Switch
21.  Drive Select Switch 

NOTE: The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly

from those shown in the figures of this manual.

Summary of Contents for 2012 XC 4501

Page 1: ...SSION 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: ...IN THIS MANUAL CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Training is available U S owners call 1 800 887 2887 Canadian owners call 1 613 739 1535 Un cours d instruction est disponible pour les propriétaires cana diens composez le 1 613 739 1535 Particularly important information is distinguished in this manual by the following notations California Proposition 65 The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION...

Page 3: ...s without notice Division II of this manual covers operator related maintenance oper ating instructions and storage instructions If major repair or service is ever required contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for pro fessional service At the time of publication all information and illustrations in this manual were technically correct Some illustrations used in this man ual are used for cla...

Page 4: ...ick 42 Seat Latch 42 Safety Flag Bracket 42 Trailering and Towing 43 Transporting ATV 43 Gasoline Oil Lubricant 44 Break In Procedure 45 General Maintenance 46 58 Maintenance Schedule 46 Liquid Cooling System 47 Shock Absorbers 47 General Lubrication 48 Hydraulic Brakes 49 Protective Rubber Boots 50 Battery 51 Spark Plug 54 Throttle Cable Adjustment 54 Air Filter 54 Air Filter Housing Drain 55 Dra...

Page 5: ...il you have mastered the turn ing techniques described in this manual on level ground Avoid crossing the side of a steep hill if possible Always use proper procedures if you stall or roll backward when climbing a hill To avoid stalling maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill If you stall or roll backwards follow the special pro cedure for braking described in this manual Dismount on the uphil...

Page 6: ...raining course Always follow these age recommendations A Y 12 is intended for use by children age 12 or older and a T 14 is intended for use by an operator age 14 or older A child under 16 years old should never operate an ATV without adult supervision Children need to be observed carefully because not all children have the strength size skills or judgment to oper ate an ATV safely Never carry a p...

Page 7: ...al supervision Call the CSC at 1 613 739 1535 ext 227 for more details Also available is a bilingual computer based safety training program on a CD ROM from CATV call toll free at 1 877 470 2288 Au canada le conseil canadien de la sécurité CSC offre un cours de conduite de VTT pour enseigner les habiletés d opération sécuritaires de VTT Un cours spécial de conduite de VTT est également offert aux ...

Page 8: ...ATV comes with hangtags containing important safety information Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information before riding KC360 Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre détaillant de autorisé VTT Arctic Cat pour le numéro de pièce 1436 344 2258 432 2258 714 ...

Page 9: ...ng important safety information Anyone who rides the ATV should read and understand this information 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 NOTE The location and content of labels on the ATV you have purchased may differ from those shown on this page ...

Page 10: ...hildren can lead to serious injury or death of the child Children under the age of 16 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 16 should never operate this ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Carrying a passenger on this ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Greatly reduces your ability to balance and cont...

Page 11: ...se the ATV to lean sharply to one side Go straight down the hill where possible WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing an approved helmet eye protection and protective clothing WHAT CAN HAPPEN Operating without an approved helmet increases your chances of a serious head injury or death in the event of an accident Operating without eye protection can result in an accident and i...

Page 12: ...ilure to inspect the ATV before operating Failure to properly maintain the ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the possibility of an accident or equipment damage HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always inspect your ATV each time you use it to make sure the ATV is in safe operating condition Always follow the inspection and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL...

Page 13: ... skills necessary to control the ATV on such terrain Always be especially cautious on these kinds of terrain 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 Practice turning at slow speeds before attempting to turn at fas...

Page 14: ...follow the instructions in this Operator s Manual for carrying cargo or pulling a trailer WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never attempt to turn the ATV around on any hill until you have mas tered the turning technique as described in this Operator s Manual Practic...

Page 15: ...uld flip over backwards 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 16: ...ces such as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of control 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 operate the ATV in fast flowing water or in water deeper than the fo...

Page 17: ... will shield your hands from harsh weather Wear gloves that are weather resistant and have a gripping surface to keep them from sliding off the handlebar Off road style gloves with knuckle pads are the best for comfort and protection Boots Ankle Protection Wear a boot that covers the largest possible area of your leg prefera bly up to your knee and can handle significant impact Choosing boots with...

Page 18: ...no way you want your brakes to go out when riding downhill You need to check the following parts on your ATV before every ride 1 Tires and Wheels 2 Controls and Cables 3 Lights and Electric 4 Oil and Fuel 5 Chassis 6 Miscellaneous Items 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 ...

Page 19: ...around the ATV Watch the overheat indicator to ensure the engine coolant level is adequate 5 CHASSIS Grass and leaves can gum up your suspension and shocks Clear and clean the suspension arms shock springs and fenders Check smooth ness by turning the handlebar full left and full right Check that there is no binding restrictions free play or looseness in steering components 6 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS In...

Page 20: ...s possible you may be in no condition to give them that information Put your I D in your pocket before you ride Without it you re anonymous Cellular Phone It may be necessary to make an urgent phone call 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 t...

Page 21: ... the ATV 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 roll ing or flipping...

Page 22: ...etimes Often 7 Do you thrive on the adrenaline rush you get from speeding and dangerous situations 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 8 Do you hurt yourself because you do things that are out of your ability range 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 9 Do you tailgate other drivers when you think they re driving too slow 1 2 3 Never Sometimes Often 10 Do you ignore weather reports before you do outside activities...

Page 23: ... emer gency Paved Surfaces Don t do it The ATV isn t designed for pavement Its handling becomes more difficult on paved surfaces Trail Riding Use sound judgment when trail riding that means riding on a trail that fits your ability level If the trail is pretty rugged standing up on your footrests will make it easier for you to endure the rough terrain Make yourself visible by using headlights and t...

Page 24: ... can do the same if it weighs too much Limit the ATV to the load capacity ratings identified in the following chart for the particular model being operated So if you re weighing in at over 200 lb 91 kg when you ride leave some of that extra cargo at home The combined weight limit including you your rack cargo and your trailer is a specified amount so consult the ATV Load Capacity Ratings Chart and...

Page 25: ... to affect your ability to make good safe choices Alcohol and Drug Consumption Alcohol is related to 30 of all hospital admissions due to ATV accidents in the U S This isn t an issue of moral ity It s extremely dangerous to drink alcoholic beverages and ride it s also very foolish When the alcohol starts kicking in and you re tearing along on your ATV those odds can catch up to you Arctic Cat ATV ...

Page 26: ...efense 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 always do crazier and riskier things in a group than they would consider doing by themselves When you re ATV riding with others and things start to...

Page 27: ... do it ATV s are all a little different from the handling to the stability to the controls So regardless of how much experience your family mem bers have with ATV s they don t have experience with your ATV Let experienced riders get familiar with your ATV show them the basics before they take off You don t want it on your conscience that someone got hurt because you didn t tell them how to use you...

Page 28: ...th Overall 120 7 cm 47 5 in Suspension Travel Front Rear 17 7 cm 7 0 in Tire Size Front 23 x 8 12 Tire Size Rear 23 x 10 12 Tire Inflation Pressure 40 kPa 5 7 psi MISCELLANY Dry Weight Approx 272 2 kg 600 lb Gas Tank Capacity 16 3 L 4 3 U S gal Differential Capacity 275 ml 9 3 fl oz Coolant Capacity 1 8 L 1 9 U S qt Rear Drive Capacity 250 ml 8 5 fl oz Engine Oil Capacity 2 8 L 3 0 U S qt Gasoline...

Page 29: ...Compartment 8 Reverse Override Switch 9 Rear Brake Pedal 10 Brake Lever Lock 11 Key Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 Throttle Limiter 14 Throttle Lever 15 Front Brake Lever 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location 18 Headlight HI LO Switch 19 Starter Button 20 Emergency Stop Switch 21 Drive Select Switch NOTE The ATV you have purchased may differ slightly from those shown in the figures of th...

Page 30: ... RUN 6 Press the starter button 7 Let the engine warm up Another way to remember the starting procedure is by using the acro nym BONE C It stands for Starting A Cold Engine NOTE It is very important not to touch or compress the throttle lever during the starting procedures 1 Turn off all electrical accessories hand warmer lights etc then rotate the ignition switch key to the first position ON leav...

Page 31: ...ange is for carrying heavy loads or trailer towing Compared to HIGH range the LOW range position provides slower speed and greater torque to the wheels 3 To engage reverse gear from neutral move the shift lever out ward and rearward into the R position WARNING Excessive repetitive use of the hydraulic brake for high speed stops will cause overheating of the brake fluid and premature brake pad wear...

Page 32: ...who don t use safe riding techniques are 13 times more likely to have an ATV accident than riders who have over 1 month of experience Safe riding techniques include Riding Leaning Weight Shift and Balance Wide Turns Sharp Turns Quick Turns K Turns Riding Uphill Riding Downhill Sidehilling Traversing Swerving Crossing Obstacles Riding Once the engine s warm the ATV is ready to go 1 Keep your feet o...

Page 33: ...balancing shift your body weight to the inside of the turn 3 You might have to lean into the turn more than you do in a wide turn 4 If shifting your weight and balance aren t enough to keep the ATV tires on the ground straighten out the handlebar as much as you can 5 Gradually increase your speed as you come out of the turn Quick Turns Quick turns are the most difficult turns and should only be do...

Page 34: ...ll when 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 Shift down and accelerate before you start climbing then main tain a steady pace 2 Lean as far forward as possible For steeper ...

Page 35: ...o the uphill side of the seat also sup port your weight on the uphill footrest 3 Steer like you re driving into the hill 4 If the ATV feels like it s tipping turn the handlebar downhill If that s not possible because of the terrain or other conditions or if it just doesn t work stop and get off Dismount the ATV on the uphill side Swerving Swerving is usually an emergency reaction to avoid an obsta...

Page 36: ... 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 Driving an ATV and a car have some similarities however there are a few situations that require special attention Reversing Skidding or Sliding Parking on a Hill Stalling on a Hill Crossing Water Crossing Roads Driving in Cold Weather S...

Page 37: ...E Engine damage caused by water ingestion or immer sion will not be covered by Arctic Cat warranty 1 Physically check the depth and current of the water especially if you can t see the bottom You re also checking for boulders logs or any other hidden obstacles 2 Keep your speed slow 3 Make sure you have a way out on the other side of the water 4 If you get stuck in the sludge or mud try rocking th...

Page 38: ...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 release the throttle lever Next apply the brake Stopping The Engine To stop the engine turn the ignition switch key to the OFF position or set ...

Page 39: ...with the ATV Keep the spare key in a safe place An identify ing number is stamped on each key Use this number when ordering a replacement key Control Locations and Functions Ignition Switch The ignition switch has three positions OFF position All electrical circuits except the accessory plug are off The engine will not start The key can be removed in this position NOTE The accessory plug is powere...

Page 40: ... in on the brake lever lock squeeze the brake lever NOTE It will click as it engages and the brake lever will not return to its released position 4 Release the brake lever lock by squeezing the brake lever It will return to its released position Check to make sure the brake lever lock engages properly and that the brake when engaged locks the wheels 1 Pump the brake lever 2 or 3 times 2 Engage the...

Page 41: ...ansmission is in neutral and the brake lever lock is engaged NOTE This ATV has safety interlock switches which pre vent the starter motor from activating when the transmis sion is not in neutral Reverse Override Switch This ATV is equipped with a reverse speed limiter system When additional RPM is needed in reverse depress and hold the override switch Throttle Lever Control engine RPM with the pos...

Page 42: ...s to scroll Momentarily release when the correct hour is displayed then repeatedly press and release the Set Reset Button 4 until the correct minutes are displayed NOTE Clock memory power is supplied through the 15 amp accessory fuse and verified during gauge power up and reset In the event of clock memory power failure blown fuse etc the gauge will power up reset and shut down repeat edly until c...

Page 43: ...p meter 8 Gear Position Indicator Indicates which gear position is selected R reverse N neutral L low range H high range NOTE An E will be displayed if there is an error caused by a no shift position signal 9 High Beam Indicator The High Beam icon will appear only when the headlights are on high beam 10 Drive Select Indicator Displays 4WD when selected by the drive select switch The display is bla...

Page 44: ...d when check ing the engine oil level 1 Unscrew the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean cloth 2 Install the oil level stick and thread it into the engine case 3 Remove the oil level stick the engine oil level should be above the L mark but not higher than the F mark Seat Latch 1 To remove the seat pull back on the latch release located under the right rear of the seat then raise the rear of t...

Page 45: ...ng procedure be used 1 Engage the brake lever lock and place the transmission in gear 2 Secure the ATV with load rated hold down straps NOTE Suitable hold down straps are available from your Arctic Cat ATV dealer Ordinary rope is not recommended because it can stretch under load WARNING Never use the racks as a towing or trailering point WARNING Make sure that the load in the trailer is properly s...

Page 46: ...tic Cat ATV Filling Gas Tank Since gasoline expands as its tempera ture increases the gas tank must be filled to its rated capacity only Expansion room must be maintained in the tank particularly if the tank is filled with cold gasoline and then moved to a warm area Allow the engine to cool before filling the gas tank Care must be taken not to overfill the tank If overfilled gas may leak onto the ...

Page 47: ...cess 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 Do not pull a trailer during the break in period 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 th...

Page 48: ...e Item Page InitialService 1st Week Monthly Quarterly Annualy Battery 51 I I Engine nuts and bolts I I Valve clearance I I Spark plug 54 I I I 54 Replace every 4000 miles or 18 months Liquid Cooling System 47 I I Throttle cable 54 I Inspect every time before riding Gas hoses 42 I Inspect every time before riding 42 Replace every 2 years Engine transmission oil and filter 48 R R Air filter 54 I I A...

Page 49: ...ng 1 Locate the coolant reservoir on the right side behind the radia tor 2 Remove the cap and fill with the appropriate coolant until coolant level is between the LOW and FULL lines Do not overfill 3 Install the cap on the reservoir Shock Absorbers Each shock absorber should be visibly checked weekly for excessive fluid leakage some seal leakage may be observed but it does not indicate the shock i...

Page 50: ...e and allow the filter to drain com pletely 5 Using the oil filter wrench and a ratchet handle or a socket or box end wrench remove the old oil filter and dispose of prop erly Do not re use oil filter NOTE Clean up any excess oil after removing the filter 6 Apply oil to the new filter O ring and check to make sure it is positioned correctly then install the new oil filter Tighten securely 7 Instal...

Page 51: ... level in the reservoir is not visible in the sight glass add DOT 4 brake fluid NOTE If the sight glass windows appear dark there is a sufficient amount of fluid in the reservoir Brake Lever Lock Right Hand Brake Check to make sure the brake lever lock engages properly and that the brake when engaged locks the front wheels 1 Pump the brake lever 2 or 3 times 2 Engage the brake lever lock 3 Attempt...

Page 52: ...pattern to 40 ft lb Protective Rubber Boots The protective boots should be inspected periodically according to the Maintenance Schedule Ball Joint Boots Upper and Lower Right and Left 1 Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the front wheels 2 Remove both front wheels 3 Inspect the four ball joint boots for cracks tears or per forations 4 Check the ball joint for free play by grasping the st...

Page 53: ...Multi US 800 or the CTEK Multi US 3300 for battery maintenance charging Maintenance charging is required on all batteries not used for more than two weeks or as required by battery drain 1 When charging a battery in the vehicle be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position NOTE Be sure to maintain the fluid of the battery at the UPPER LEVEL Use only distilled water when adding fluid to these ...

Page 54: ...f the battery then connect the black terminal lead of the charger to the negative terminal of the battery 4 Plug the charger into a 110 volt electrical outlet 5 By pushing the Mode button A on the left side of the charger select the Normal Charge Icon E The Normal Charge Indicator C should illuminate on the upper left portion of the charger 6 The battery will charge to 95 of its capacity at which ...

Page 55: ... coded red and black 7 Attach one clamp of the negative black jumper cable to the negative terminal 3 of the good battery B then attach the other clamp of the negative black jumper cable 4 to an unpainted metal surface A on the engine or frame well away from the dead battery and fuel system components 8 Stand well away from the dead battery and start the vehicle with the good battery Allow the veh...

Page 56: ...lug should be tightened 1 2 turn once the washer contacts the cylinder head A used spark plug should be tightened 1 8 1 4 turn once the washer contacts the cylin der head Throttle Cable Adjustment To adjust the throttle cable free play 1 Loosen the jam nut from the throttle cable adjuster 2 Slide the rubber boot away and turn the adjuster until the throt tle lever has the proper free play of 3 6 m...

Page 57: ...leys should be inspected every 500 miles and the belt replaced if necessary Tires Tire Tread Condition The use of worn out tires on an ATV is very dangerous A tire is considered to be worn out when the depth of the tread is less than 3 mm 1 8 in Be sure to replace the tires before reaching this minimum specification Tire Replacement The ATV has low pressure tubeless tires Air is sealed by the cont...

Page 58: ... ft lb 8 Remove the jack Muffler Spark Arrester The muffler has a spark arrester which must be periodically cleaned At the intervals shown in the Maintenance Schedule clean the spark arrester using the following procedure 1 Remove the cap screws securing the spark arrester assembly to the muffler then remove the spark arrester 2 Using a suitable brush clean the carbon deposits from the screen taki...

Page 59: ...l aiming 1 Position the ATV on a level floor so the headlights are approximately 6 1 m 20 ft from an aiming surface wall or similar aiming surface NOTE There should be an average operating load on the ATV when adjusting the head light aim 2 Measure the distance from the floor to the mid point of each headlight 3 Using the measurements obtained in step 2 make horizontal marks on the aiming surface ...

Page 60: ...ody panel Tools A basic tool kit is provided with the ATV Maintain the tool kit with the ATV at all times The tool kit is located under the seat CAUTION Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rating If the new fuse blows after a short period of use con sult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer immediately CAUTION Always use electrical accessories less than 180W ...

Page 61: ... housing cover 4 Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean cloth 5 Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing and plungers of the shock absorbers 6 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 7 Fill the cool...

Page 62: ...attery then install Connect the battery cables mak ing sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake systems fluid level pads etc all con trols headlights taillight brakelight and headlight aim 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 calibrated nuts cap ...

Page 63: ... 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 64: ...nt the selling dealer has ceased to do business you have moved or you are in a loca tion 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 determine if in his opinion a warrantable condition exists If a warrantable condi tion appears to exist the dealer will repair or replace at Arcti...

Page 65: ... 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 66: ...Place Stamp Here Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 ...

Page 67: ...ns control components If an emission related component on the ATV is defective the component will be repaired or replaced by any authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer Owner s Emission Control Warranty Responsibilities It is the owner s responsibility to perform the required maintenance listed in the Operator s Manual Arctic Cat recommends the retention of all receipts covering maintenance performed on ...

Page 68: ...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 installed 5 use of replacement components or accessor...

Page 69: ...inues for 30 months or 3100 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 Sensor Carbu...

Page 70: ...Ratings Chart 23 Lubricant Inspecting Changing 48 Lubricant Recommended Front Differential Rear Drive 44 Lubrication General 48 Maintenance General 46 Maintenance Record 69 Maintenance Schedule 46 Mounting the ATV 28 Muffler Spark Arrester 56 Oil and Filter 48 Oil Level Stick 42 Oil Recommended Engine Transmission 44 Operating Maneuvers Basic 28 Operation Maintenance Division II 26 Parking 30 Part...

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Page 74: ... Directive 2006 42 EC Date of Issue May 2006 Issued by European Commission Type of Equipment All Terrain Vehicles Brand Name Arctic Cat Model 450 XC 4x4 Standards to which conformity is declared IEC 801 2 1991 IEC 801 3 1984 EN 55012 Manufacturer if not issuing agent Arctic Cat Inc 601 Brooks Ave S Thief River Falls MN 56701 USA ...

Page 75: ...r reference if you ever need a new key 2 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER 3 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record 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 76: ...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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