Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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Engine/Transmission
Oil - Filter
OIL - FILTER
The engine should always be warm when the oil is
changed so the oil will drain easily and completely.
1. Park the ATV on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level stick/filler plug.
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3. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the engine
and drain the oil into a drain pan. Account for and
discard the gasket.
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4. Using the adjustable Oil Filter Wrench and a suitable
wrench, remove the old oil filter. Discard the oil fil-
ter and O-ring.
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NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing the
filter. Thoroughly clean the oil filter mating surface
on the crankcase.
5. Apply fresh oil to the O-ring of a new oil filter and
make sure it is positioned correctly; then install the
new oil filter. Tighten securely.
6. Place a new drain plug gasket onto the engine drain
plug; then install the engine drain plug and tighten to
16 ft-lb. Pour the specified amount of the recom-
mended oil in the filler hole. Install the oil level
stick/filler plug.
7. Start the engine (while the ATV is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
8. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one min-
ute.
9. Remove the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean
cloth.
10. Install the oil level stick and thread into the engine
case.
11. Remove the oil level stick; the oil level must be
within the operating range but not exceeding the
upper mark.
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12. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter
for leaks.
! WARNING
Use extreme caution when removing the oil drain plug.
Hot oil can cause severe injury and skin burns.
CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. These oils
can adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not recom-
mended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and cas-
tor-based oils.
CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make sure
that the oil level is not above the upper mark.