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WARNING

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

Active Riding

Overview

“Active Riding” is the second part of “P.A.S.S.” It involves an under-
standing of how your body weight, balance, gravity, and physical forces
affect the handling of the ATV. For example, when you drive a car
quickly into a sharp turn, your body is pulled to the outside of the vehi-
cle by centrifugal force. Although a car is relatively stable, enough cen-
trifugal 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 flip-
ping the ATV.

For complete operating instructions, see ATV OPERATION section in
this manual.

Summary of Contents for 90 Utility

Page 1: ...LITY 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 safet...

Page 2: ...o oper ate an ATV Training is available U S owners call 800 887 2887 Canadian owners call 613 739 1535 Pour votre s curit il est importante que tout op rateur est form cor rectement pour op rer un VTT...

Page 3: ...emember only authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealers have the knowledge and facilities to provide you with the best service possible Know all local state provincial riding laws Respect your ATV Respect the...

Page 4: ...39 ATV Identification Numbers 34 Ignition Switch Key 34 Control Locations and Functions 34 Shift Lever 36 Gas Vent Hoses 37 Carburetor Float Bowl Drain 37 Oil Level Stick 37 Seat Lock 37 Safety Flag...

Page 5: ...ved helmet that fits prop erly 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 operat...

Page 6: ...ways be careful of skidding or sliding On slippery surfaces such as ice go slowly and be very cautious in order to reduce the chance of skid ding or sliding out of control Never operate an ATV in fast...

Page 7: ...ROPER INSTRUC TION TAKE A TRAINING COURSE BEGINNERS SHOULD COMPLETE THE TRAINING COURSE DESCRIBED ON PAGE 6 NEVER CARRY A PASSENGER OR RIDE AS A PASSENGER ON AN ATV CARRYING A PASSENGER MAY UPSET THE...

Page 8: ...after completing the training course U S owners only one incentive Arctic Cat provides free rider training courses to appropriate immediate family members per ATV purchase Others can take the training...

Page 9: ...safety information 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 ha...

Page 10: ...ant 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...

Page 11: ...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 12 should never operate this ATV A child lacking...

Page 12: ...balance and perception Could result in an accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while driving this ATV WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this ATV without wearing...

Page 13: ...as wheelies or jumps Don t try to show off WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to inspect the ATV before operating Failure to properly maintain the ATV WHAT CAN HAPPEN Increases the possibility of an acc...

Page 14: ...rfaces or 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 HAZA...

Page 15: ...NING POTENTIAL HAZARD Going down a hill improperly WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the ATV to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for going down hills...

Page 16: ...ribed in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the ATV with improper tires or with improper or uneven tire pressure WHAT CAN HAPPEN Use of improper tires on the ATV or operation of...

Page 17: ...omponents designed for use on the ATV and should be installed and used according to instructions Never install a twist grip throttle If you have questions consult an autho rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer...

Page 18: ...helmet and a snowmobile suit in the winter and lighter pro tective clothing in the summer Helmet There are several types of helmets on the market but make sure you wear a helmet that complies with th...

Page 19: ...ur ATV in some rough terrain and there s 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 an...

Page 20: ...st ment 6 Miscellaneous Items Inspect your air filter Look for debris or damage that may indicate you need to replace it A clogged filter can stop an engine Check your battery terminals for corrosion...

Page 21: ...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 f...

Page 22: ...he ATV For example when you drive a car quickly into a sharp turn your body is pulled to the outside of the vehi cle by centrifugal force Although a car is relatively stable enough cen trifugal force...

Page 23: ...if it is familiar to you You can t assume that the landscape you re used to doesn t change Changes to landscape can happen at nearly any time Fences can be constructed and excavations dug in a short...

Page 24: ...e General Maintenance section of this Operator s Manual tells you about taking care of your ATV If at any time abnormal noises vibrations or improper functioning of any component of this ATV is detect...

Page 25: ...k taking resulting in serious injury or equipment damage Know your lim itations and don t be afraid to slow the pace down SIPDE By themselves none of these safe behaviors and sound judgments will go v...

Page 26: ...ren 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 cours...

Page 27: ...ion operator related maintenance and storage instructions If major repair or service is ever required contact an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for profes sional service At the time of publication a...

Page 28: ...CR7HSA Spark Plug Gap 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in Brake Type Front Double Drum Rear Hydraulic Disc w Brake Lever Lock CHASSIS Length Overall 1468 1 mm 57 8 in Height Overall 962 6 mm 37 9 in Width Over...

Page 29: ...rter button 8 Let the engine warm up 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 t...

Page 30: ...e 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...

Page 31: ...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 tu...

Page 32: ...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 c...

Page 33: ...n how well you know 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 Tur...

Page 34: ...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 aw...

Page 35: ...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 f...

Page 36: ...place Control Locations and Functions Ignition Switch The ignition switch has two positions OFF position All electrical circuits are off The engine will not start The key can be removed in this posit...

Page 37: ...gnition 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 p...

Page 38: ...Lever 1 To shift into forward gear pull out and upward on the shift lever until the transmission engages in the forward gear 2 To shift into reverse gear pull out and push downward on the shift lever...

Page 39: ...with a clean cloth 2 Install the oil level stick com pletely into the engine crankcase NOTE The oil level stick should be threaded into the engine crankcase for check ing purposes 3 Remove the oil lev...

Page 40: ...Weather synthetic engine oil which has been specifi cally formulated for use in this Arctic Cat engine Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic engine oil is the only oil recommended for use in t...

Page 41: ...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 tak...

Page 42: ...lace as necessary C Clean L Lubricate R Replace T Tighten 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...

Page 43: ...e the oil level stick Be careful not to allow contaminates to enter the opening 3 Remove the oil drain plug from the left side of the engine then remove the oil screen filter cap from under the right...

Page 44: ...to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for service Adjusting Brakes Checking Adjusting Front Wheel Brake System 1 Raise ATV enough to allow the wheels to spin freely 2 On the brake lever cable assem...

Page 45: ...Left 1 Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the front wheels 2 Remove both front wheels 3 Inspect the four tie rod boots for cracks tears or perfora tions 4 Check the tie rod end free play by...

Page 46: ...ese charging adapter connectors 5 Plug the battery charger into a 110 volt electrical outlet 6 If using the CTEK Multi US 800 there are no further but tons to push If using the CTEK Multi US 3300 pres...

Page 47: ...hicle to be jump started remove the battery cover and any terminal boots 2 Inspect the battery for any signs of electrolyte leaks loose termi nals or bulging sides Leaking or bulging battery cases may...

Page 48: ...cle with the dead battery and allow it to run for several minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables 10 Remove the jumper cables in opposite order of hook up 4 3 2 1 Be careful not to short cables...

Page 49: ...necessary If adjustment is necessary the following procedure should be followed 1 Pull back rubber boots to access cable adjustment nut 2 Loosen jam nut to allow cable adjustment nut to be adjusted 3...

Page 50: ...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 contact surfaces of the inner wheel rim and...

Page 51: ...bulb portion of the headlight is fragile HANDLE WITH CARE When replacing the head light bulb do not touch the glass portion of the bulb If the glass is touched it must be cleaned with a dry cloth befo...

Page 52: ...cated within the holder If there is any type of electrical system failure always check the fuse first Storage Compartment Tools A basic tool kit is provided with the ATV It is located under the seat M...

Page 53: ...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...

Page 54: ...sary 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...

Page 55: ...53 Maintenance Record DATE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES...

Page 56: ...ble 3 Thirty days from date of sale of ATV on Arctic Cat supplied batteries Exclusions to this warranty include normal wear abuse or corrosion and the following parts and items Tires CV Boots Torn or...

Page 57: ...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 Arc...

Page 58: ...ir 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 Warra...

Page 59: ...ues 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 Manag...

Page 60: ...f 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...

Page 61: ...ty Warranty coverage is only available in the country in which the original retail purchase occurs to the original retail purchaser resident in that country or to a transferee resident in that country...

Page 62: ...Fold Back CHANGE OF ADDRESS OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT P O BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS MN 56701 Place Stamp Here...

Page 63: ...FICATION NUMBER 2 ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist you in ordering parts from your authorized Arctic Cat ATV deal...

Page 64: ...sion can occur with another vehicle with a passenger passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk of losing control use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rou...

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