Arctic Cat M 8000, Service Manual

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XM251A
21. Position the heat shield onto the two front locating
pins (B); then secure it to the chassis with the two
screws (A). Tighten securely.
XM250A
22. Install the resonator and secure with the springs; then
place the expansion chamber and gaskets into posi-
tion and secure to the exhaust manifold and resonator
with the springs.
23. Place the drive clutch with drive belt into position on
the crankshaft and secure with the cap screw (threads
coated with oil) and high-collar washer. Tighten to
51 ft-lb.
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NOTE: Before installing the drive clutch, be sure to
wipe both the crankshaft and clutch mounting tapers
clean using a clean towel.
24. Install the driven clutch on the driven shaft; then
install the drive belt (see the Drive
Train/Track/Brake Systems section).
25. Check drive belt deflection (see the Drive
Train/Track/Brake Systems section).
26. Place the hood into position on the front end and
secure with the screws; then install the hood harness.
Install the side access panels.
27. Start the engine and warm up to operating tempera-
ture; then verify that all components are functioning
properly and that coolant is circulating through the
cooling system properly.
28. After running the engine to the proper operating tem-
perature, shut the engine off; then open the access
panels and inspect for any signs of coolant, gasoline,
or oil leakage.
29. Allow the engine to cool; then check the coolant
level and add coolant as necessary. Verify the tight-
ening torque of the drive clutch.
CAUTION
When installing the drive clutch, do not tighten the
clutch cap screw with any kind of impact tool. Tighten
cap screw using a hand torque wrench only. Failure to
do so could result in stationary sheave damage.
CAUTION
Never run the engine with the hood harness discon-
nected or damage to the electrical system will result.
CAUTION
If the engine had a major overhaul or if any major com-
ponent was replaced, proper engine break-in proce-
dures must be followed (see the General Information
section) or severe engine damage may result.