Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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Front Differential/Rear
Drive Lubricant
When changing the lubricant, use approved SAE 80W-90
hypoid gear lube.
To check lubricant, remove the fill plug; the lubricant
level should be 1 in. below the threads of the plug. If low,
add SAE approved 80W-90 hypoid gear lubricant as nec-
essary.
To change the lubricant, use the following procedure.
1. Place the ATV on level ground.
2. Remove each fill plug and level plug.
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3. Drain the lubricant into a drain pan by removing in
turn the drain plug from each.
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4. After all the lubricant has been drained, install the
drain plugs and tighten to 45 in.-lb.
5. Pour the appropriate amount of approved SAE
80W-90 hypoid gear lubricant into the filler hole.
The fluid should be level with the bottom threads of
the Level Plug.
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NOTE: If the differential/rear drive lubricant is
contaminated with water, inspect the drain plug, fill
plug, and/or bladder.
6. Install the fill plugs; then tighten to 16 ft-lb. Install
the level plugs and tighten to 45 in-lb.
Shift Lever
CHECKING ADJUSTMENT
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Stop the ATV completely and shift the transmission into
the R position.
ADJUSTING SHIFT LEVER
1. Remove the seat; then remove the left-side engine
cover.
CAUTION
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended gear
lube could result in premature failure of the shock lim-
iter. Do not use any lubricant containing graphite or
molybdenum additives or other friction-modified lubri-
cants as these may cause severe damage to shock lim-
iter components.
CAUTION
Water entering the outer end of the axle will not be able
to enter the rear drive unless the seals are damaged.
! WARNING
Never shift the ATV into reverse gear when the ATV is
moving as it could cause the ATV to stop suddenly
throwing the operator from the ATV.