Arctic Cat 2014 XF 2-STROKE, Service Manual

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XM022
36. Place new O-rings (lightly coated with oil) onto each
of the head cap screws. Place four of these cap
screws (from opposite end of each other) into the
cylinder head. Thread the spark plugs in part way;
then while holding the head above the cylinder, care-
fully start and finger-tighten all four cap screws
while observing the cylinder O-rings to make sure
they remain in position. Slowly place the head into
position on top of the O-rings.
XM016
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NOTE: To install the remaining cap screws, the
spark plugs must be removed.
37. Start and finger-tighten the remaining cap screws
being very careful not to move the cylinder head;
then tighten the cap screws in two steps to 25 ft-lb
using the pattern shown.
0742-200
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NOTE: At this point, install the spark plugs; then
install the knock sensor with the new lock plate,
tighten the sensor to 17 ft-lb, and bend the lock plate
tabs up.
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NOTE: At this point, pressure test the engine (see
the Engine-Related Items section).
38. With the raised edge of the valve aligned with the
channel of the cylinder, slide the APV assemblies
into position in the cylinders; then secure with cap
screws. Tighten to 96 in.-lb.
XM017
39. Secure the stator plate to the crankcase with the
Allen-head cap screws (coated with blue Loctite
#243) and tightened to 96 in.-lb.
40. Route the stator harness through the opening in the
crankcase; then secure the stator to the stator plate
with the Allen-head cap screws (coated with blue
Loctite #243). Tighten to 96 in.-lb.
CM143A
41. Secure the upper ignition timing sensor (white dot/
connector) with cap screws (coated with blue Loctite
#243). Tighten to 48 in.-lb; then install the wiring
grommet into the notch of the crankcase.
IO049A