Arctic Cat HDX CREW 2017, Service Manual

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Periodic Maintenance/
Tune-Up
Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap screws. Care must be
taken that all calibrated nuts, bolts, and cap screws are
tightened to specifications.
It is advisable to lubricate certain components periodi-
cally to ensure free movement. Apply light oil to the
components using the following list as reference.
A. Accelerator Pedal Pivot/Cable Ends
B. Brake Pedal Pivot
C. Shift Cable
SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the techni-
cian when performing service procedures in this section.
Refer to the current Special Tools Catalog for the appro-
priate tool description.
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NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the
chart below, and capitalized.
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NOTE: Special tools are available from the Arctic
Cat Service Department.
Air Inlet Pre-Filter
This vehicle is equipped with a foam pre-filter to filter
dirt from the inlet air prior to reaching the main air filter.
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NOTE: To access the pre-filter, open the cargo box.
1. Gently squeeze the pre-filter cover and lift it up to
expose the pre-filter.
HDX237A
2. Loosen the clamp securing the pre-filter.
HDX235
3. Remove the pre-filter assembly and wash thoroughly
in warm, soapy water; then rinse and dry.
4. Install and secure with the clamp. Tighten securely;
then install the pre-filter cover.
Air Filter
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NOTE: To access the air filter, the cargo box must
be raised.
1. Remove dirt and debris from around the filter hous-
ing.
2. Unsnap the four spring-clip fasteners and remove the
air filter cover. Remove the two wing nuts securing
the filter.
3. Place the element in a pan larger than the element
and spray all sides generously with cleaning solvent.
Let sit approximately three minutes.
HDX050A
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NOTE: Cleaning Solvent and Aerosol Air Filter Oil
are available from Arctic Cat.
4. In a pan larger than the element, with a mild deter-
gent (dish soap) and water, wash all the dirt and oil
off by squeezing the element. Ringing or twisting the
filter may cause damage.
5. Rinse off any remaining soap.
Description p/n
Compression Tester Kit 0444-213
Oil Filter Wrench 0644-389
Timing Light 0644-296
Valve Clearance Adjuster 0444-255
CAUTION
Failure to inspect the air filter frequently if the vehicle is
used in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions can damage
the engine.