Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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Muffler
REMOVING
1. Remove the two exhaust springs at the muf-
fler/exhaust pipe juncture.
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2. Slide the muffler rearward to clear the mounting lugs
and remove the muffler.
INSPECTING
1. Inspect muffler externally for cracks, holes, and
dents.
2. Inspect the muffler internally by shaking the muffler
back and forth and listening for rattles or loose debris
inside the muffler.

NOTE: For additional details on cleaning the muf-
fler/spark arrester, see Periodic Mainte-
nance/Tune-Up.
INSTALLING
1. Place the muffler into position engaging the mount-
ing lugs into the grommets; then slide the muffler
forward.
2. Install the two exhaust springs.
Taillight Assembly
REMOVING
1. Unplug the three-prong connector and free the tail-
light wiring harness from the frame.
2. Remove the torx-head cap screws securing the tail-
light assembly to the body. Account for any washers.
3. Remove the taillight assembly.
INSPECTING
1. Inspect wiring harness, three-prong connector, lens,
base, cap screws, and socket for damage.
2. Inspect all wires for corroding, pinching, and crack-
ing.
3. Inspect the bulb for wattage, voltage, and proper
operation.
INSTALLING
1. Place the assembly into position on the body and
secure with torx-head cap screws and any washers.
2. Tighten the cap screws securely.
3. Route the wiring harness over the rear frame; then
connect the three-prong connector.
Seat
REMOVING/INSTALLING
1. To remove the seat, lift up on the latch release
(located at the rear of the seat). Raise the rear of the
seat and slide it rearward.
2. To lock the seat into position, slide the front of the
seat into the seat retainers and push down firmly on
the rear of seat. The seat should automatically lock
into position.
Headlights - Taillight/
Brakelight
 NOTE: The bulb portion of a headlight is fragile.
HANDLE WITH CARE. When replacing a headlight
bulb, do not touch the glass portion of the bulb. If the
glass is touched, it must be cleaned with a dry cloth
before installing. Skin oil residue on the bulb will
shorten the life of the bulb.
To replace a headlight bulb, use the following procedure.
1. Rotate the bulb assembly counterclockwise and
remove from the headlight housing; then disconnect
from the wiring harness.
2. Connect the new bulb assembly to the wiring harness
connector; then insert into the headlight housing and
rotate fully clockwise.
To replace the taillight-brakelight bulb, use the following
procedure.
1. Turn the bulb socket assembly counterclockwise and
remove from the housing.
! WARNING
Do not attempt to remove a bulb when it is hot. Severe
burns may result.