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HDX117A

2. Install the stake pocket retaining bolts

and jam nuts leaving clearance to

install side panel stakes.

HDX118A

3. Set the left and right cargo box side pan-

els into place on the cargo bed engaging

the stakes into the side pockets.

HDX121

4. Install the left and right side clip nuts

onto the frame; then install and

tighten the forward tie bolts securely.

HDX116A

5. Tighten the four stake pocket retaining

bolts to 25 ft-lb making sure the cargo

box side panels are resting firmly on

the cargo bed; then tighten the jam-nuts

to 15 ft-lb. Lower the cargo box.

HDX112A

HDX113A

HDX122

6. Secure the tailgate stop-cables to the

tailgate with the machine screws and

bushings making sure the bushing

engages the cable as shown. Tighten

to 24 in.-lb.

HDX123

Summary of Contents for HDX

Page 1: ...2016 OPERATOR MANUAL Prowler HDX www arcticcat com...

Page 2: ...and passen gers from Recreational Off Highway Vehicle Association ROHVA Arctic Cat recommends that you complete this course before you first use your new ROV This web based course takes approximately...

Page 3: ...vehicle to become thoroughly familiar with its basic opera tion maintenance and storage procedures Read and understand the entire Operator s Manual before operating this vehicle to ensure safe and pro...

Page 4: ...ance Schedule 38 Liquid Cooling System 39 Oil Cooler 1000 39 Shock Absorbers 39 General Lubrication 40 Hydraulic Brake 42 Gas Hoses 43 Protective Rubber Boots 43 Battery 44 Spark Plug s 47 Air Filter...

Page 5: ...the vehicle may tip over 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 back wards...

Page 6: ...ay not be able to avoid colliding with other vehicles Never operate this vehicle without an approved motorcycle helmet eye protection boots gloves long pants and a long sleeved shirt or jacket Never c...

Page 7: ...ituation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 5 Warning Labels Pour commander des Etiquettes de Mise en Garde gratuites voyez votre d tailant de autoris VTT Arctic Cat pour le...

Page 8: ...WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury 6 Warning Labels PR878A...

Page 9: ...ake Pedal 10 Fuses 11 Ignition Start Switch 12 Shift Lever 13 DC Power Outlets 14 Accelerator Pedal 15 Cargo Box Latch Handle 16 Taillight Brakelight 17 Operator s Manual Location 18 Headlight Switch...

Page 10: ...s accident HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Only people 16 years of age or older with a valid driver s license should operate this vehicle WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating or riding in the vehicle without we...

Page 11: ...n approved helmet that fits properly You should also wear Eye protection goggles or face shield Gloves Boots Long sleeved shirt or jacket Long pants WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this vehicle aft...

Page 12: ...the passenger compartment during operation WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury or death Body parts could strike objects outside of vehicle or be crushed in the event of a rollover or accident HOW TO AVOID...

Page 13: ...on and maintenance procedures and schedules described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Failure to use extra care when operating this vehicle on unfamiliar terrain WHAT CAN HAPPEN You...

Page 14: ...lls WHAT CAN HAPPEN This vehicle can overturn more easily on steep hills than on level surfaces or small hills HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Never operate the vehicle on hills too steep for the vehicle or f...

Page 15: ...erson could be on the other side of the hill WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Crossing hills or turning on hills WHAT CAN HAPPEN Could cause loss of control or cause the vehicle to overturn HOW TO AVOID THE H...

Page 16: ...ou When it is safe to proceed go slowly WARNING POTENTIAL HAZARD Skidding or sliding WHAT CAN HAPPEN You could lose control of the vehicle You could also regain traction unexpectedly which may cause t...

Page 17: ...OW TO AVOID THE HAZARD Always use the size and type tires specified in this Operator s Manual for this vehicle Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in this Operator s Manual WARNING POTEN...

Page 18: ...vehicle due to physical size WHAT CAN HAPPEN Serious injury or death Occupant could strike objects in the passenger compart ment fall out of the vehicle during maneuvers or be ejected and crushed in...

Page 19: ...spension Travel Front Rear 25 4 cm 10 in Tire Size Front 500 700 1000 26 x 9R 14 27 x 9R 14 Tire Size Rear 500 700 1000 26 x 11R 14 27 x 11R 14 Tire Inflation Pressure 0 84 1 41 kg cm 12 20 psi MISCEL...

Page 20: ...Shocks not leaking mountings secure Shock spring pre load equal on left and right Components free of all debris Lights Switches Check headlight HI LO beam light switch to OFF Check taillight brakelig...

Page 21: ...range move the shift lever downward one position until the letter L is dis played on the LCD gauge NOTE The high range is for nor mal driving with light loads The low range is for carrying heavy load...

Page 22: ...ferential if equipped is locked Slow down before entering a turn The basic turning technique is to drive at low speed and gradually adjust the amount of steering to suit the driving surface Do not mak...

Page 23: ...he exit side If you believe you can cross the obstacle safely select four wheel drive 4WD NOTE Selecting the LOCK posi tion on the differential lock control may be beneficial however steer ing effort...

Page 24: ...um 3 Make sure you have a way out on the other side of the water 4 Once you ve cleared the water briefly apply the brakes to make sure they work NOTE Light pedal pressure or pumping the brakes for a s...

Page 25: ...when the transmission is not in neutral Depress and hold the brake pedal to engage starter when the transmission is not in neutral Shift Lever This vehicle has a dual range Constant Variable Transmis...

Page 26: ...h a reverse speed limiter system When additional RPM is needed in reverse depress and hold the override switch located on the center console NOTE The vehicle must be in 4WD to activate the reverse ove...

Page 27: ...e left and right side restraints to restrict arms or legs from extending outside the vehi cle The restraints should always be secured when the vehicle is moving To secure the restraint connect the res...

Page 28: ...nds and tailgate HDX114A 4 Lift off the left and right cargo box panels then remove the tailgate from the cargo bed HDX117 HDX115A 5 Remove the stake pocket retaining bolts jam nuts and forward tie bo...

Page 29: ...side clip nuts onto the frame then install and tighten the forward tie bolts securely HDX116A 5 Tighten the four stake pocket retaining bolts to 25 ft lb making sure the cargo box side panels are res...

Page 30: ...te pull the latch located at the center of the tailgate 2 To close the tailgate lift up and push forward firmly The tailgate will latch automatically Tailgate Latches HDX HDX184B 1 To open the tailgat...

Page 31: ...then back to the ON position to reset the malfunction code If the code continues to be dis played take your vehicle to an autho rized Arctic Cat Dealer for EPS system servicing before resuming operat...

Page 32: ...meter select the Trip Meter then press and hold the Middle Button until the trip meter display reads 0 NOTE The engine hour meter will not activate until engine speed exceeds 500 RPM NOTE An item can...

Page 33: ...nsor Circuit Low SG Open C1263 Backup Reverse Light Circuit Open C1264 Backup Reverse Light Circuit High C1265 Backup Reverse Light Circuit Low SG C1400 Fuel Level Sender Open C1418 Memory Power Failu...

Page 34: ...le Sensor Circuit SG P0342 Camshaft Angle Sensor Intermittent Erratic P0480 Fan Primary Right Relay Control Cir cuit P0481 Fan Secondary Left Relay Control Circuit High P0482 Fan Secondary Left Relay...

Page 35: ...and all cargo in the trailer Trailering and Towing PR039B This vehicle is equipped with a rear frame mounted receiver for a standard 5 1 cm 2 in receiver hitch The standard receiver hitch must be pur...

Page 36: ...t be filled to its rated capacity only Expansion room must be maintained in the tank particu larly if the tank is filled with cold gaso line and then moved to a warm area WARNING Driving this vehicle...

Page 37: ...under severe conditions heavy pull ing or loading extremely high ambi ent air temperatures or extended high speed operation Arctic Cat rec ommends installing an engine oil cooler kit if not so equippe...

Page 38: ...ng 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...

Page 39: ...any component of this vehicle is detected DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE Take the vehicle to an authorized Arctic Cat dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair If the owner operator does not feel qua...

Page 40: ...41 R I I V belt 49 I I Spark arrester muffler 50 C Tires air pressure 49 17 I Inspect every time before operating Brake components 42 I Inspect every time before operating Brake fluid 42 I Inspect eve...

Page 41: ...be cleaned from the cooling fins regularly to ensure proper engine oil cooling NOTE High engine RPM low vehi cle speed or heavy load can raise engine temperature Decreasing engine RPM reducing load an...

Page 42: ...decrease pres sure until desired pressure is achieved NOTE For proper air pressure in rear shocks use the following rec ommended settings The vehicle must be on the ground with no load in cargo box Do...

Page 43: ...il in the filler hole 700 HDX or level stick opening 500 HDX Prowler models Install filler plug or level stick 8 Start the engine while the vehicle is outside on level ground and allow it to idle for...

Page 44: ...evel in the brake fluid reservoir The fluid level must be maintained between the MAX and MIN level marks If the level in the reservoir is low add DOT 4 brake fluid NOTE If fluid must be added remove t...

Page 45: ...ft lb aluminium wheel w black nuts or 80 ft lb aluminum wheel w chrome nuts Gas Hoses Inspect the gas hoses Damage from aging may not always be visible Protective Rubber Boots The protective boots sh...

Page 46: ...ti US 3300 for battery main tenance 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 vehi cl...

Page 47: ...rical outlet 5 By pushing the Mode button A on the left side of the charger select the Nor mal Charge Icon E The Normal Charge Indicator C should illuminate on the upper left portion of the charger 6...

Page 48: ...ck 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 neg ative black jumper cable 4 to an unpainted metal surfac...

Page 49: ...thoroughly warm up the engine before operating To maintain a hot strong spark keep the plug free of carbon ATV 0051 Before removing the spark plug be sure to clean the area around the spark plug If y...

Page 50: ...Filter Cleaner and Foam Air Filter Oil are available from Arctic Cat 4 Squeeze the element by pressing it between the palms of both hands to remove excess solvent Do no twist or ring the element or i...

Page 51: ...to the tire bead or wheel rims If proper tools and related items are not available have this maintenance per formed by an authorized Arctic Cat dealer or a qualified tire repair station Tubeless Tire...

Page 52: ...the screen NOTE If the screen or gasket is damaged in any way it must be replaced 3 Install the spark arrester assembly and secure with the cap screws Tighten to 60 in lb Muffler Spark Arrester HDX Th...

Page 53: ...remove it from the housing 3 To remove the bulb from the socket pull it straight out of the socket 4 To install the bulb push it straight into the socket 5 Insert the socket into the housing and rotat...

Page 54: ...ear wiring harnesses Two accessory plugs are located on the dash board NOTE The rear output terminal is located beneath the center console near the right side of the throttle body The front output ter...

Page 55: ...ect the occupant side restraints for frayed edges cuts or separation of seams Wash off any dirt and make sure the latch straps lock securely into the foot restraints with straps taut PR872A ROPS Inspe...

Page 56: ...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 calibrat...

Page 57: ...tall Con nect the battery cables making sure to connect the positive cable first 7 Check the entire brake systems fluid level pads etc all controls head lights taillight brakelight and head light aim...

Page 58: ...56 Maintenance Record DATE MILEAGE SERVICE PERFORMED NOTES...

Page 59: ...Belt Air Filter Torn or Punctured Upholstery Brake Pads Cracks or Gouges in Body Panels Light Bulbs Spark Plug s CV Boots Windshield Shock Absorber s Limited to one 1 year of normal riding conditions...

Page 60: ...nt 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 autho rized Arctic Cat dealer The authorized Arct...

Page 61: ...or 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...

Page 62: ...60 NOTES...

Page 63: ...is form to Arctic Cat Inc Arctic Cat will then process the application and issue warranty for the balance of the time remaining of the original warranty Warranty coverage is only available in the coun...

Page 64: ...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 65: ...ete engine must be replaced ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for correct registration information Record the Vehicle Identification Number and Engine Serial Number in the spaces provided to assist...

Page 66: ...Trademarks ofArctic Cat Inc Thief River Falls MN 56701 218 681 9851 U S 204 982 1772 Canada Vehicle Capacity 2 seat models 1 Operator 1 Passenger with seat belts Vehicle Capacity 3 seat models 1 Opera...

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