Arctic Cat M6000, Operator'S Manual

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Lubrication
Chain Case
„ NOTE: The snowmobile must be
on a level surface for this procedure.
1. Check the lubricant level in the
chain case by using the sight glass.
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„ NOTE: The correct level is when
the lubricant is at least halfway up in
the sight glass.
„ NOTE: Adding lubricant can be
done by the snowmobile owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner does
not feel qualified, take the snowmo-
bile to an authorized Arctic Cat
Snowmobile dealer for this service.
This service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner
.
2. On the 6000 if the lube level is low,
remove the fill plug from the chain
case; then add the appropriate
amount of Arctic Cat Synthetic
Chain Lube (p/n 6639-539) in the
fill hole. Install the plug.
3. On the 7000 if the lube level is low,
remove the three screws securing the
shift actuator to the chain case, dis-
connect the actuator wiring harness,
and remove the actuator w/exten-
sion; then add appropriate amount of
Arctic Cat Synthetic Chain Lube (p/
n 6639-539) through the shift actua-
tor opening. When the lube is half-
way up the sight glass, install the
shift actuator w/extension and con-
nect the actuator wiring harness.
Tighten screws to 36 in.-lb.
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4. On the 7000, start the engine and
verify proper reverse and forward
operation by shifting in and out of
reverse three times.
„
NOTE: If excessive build-up of
moisture or discolored oil is
detected in the chain case, it may be
necessary to replace the lube.
„ NOTE: Replacing the lubricant can
be done by the snowmobile owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner does
not feel qualified, take the snowmo-
bile to an authorized Arctic Cat
Snowmobile dealer for this service.
This service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner
.
To replace the lubricant, use the follow-
ing procedure:
„ NOTE: The side panels, hood, and
exhaust resonator must be removed
for this procedure.
1. Place a drain pan under the chain
case; then loosen the eleven screws
securing the chain case cover/oil tank
assembly to the chain case housing
starting with the bottom screws first.
„
NOTE: It is critical that the snow-
mobile is on a level surface to
ensure the lubricant drains properly
and completely.
„ NOTE: Inspect the chain case
cover seal for nicks or damage.
CAUTION
When installing the shift actuator,
rotate the actuator back and forth to
properly align it with the extension
gear. Failure to do so could cause
component damage.