Arctic Cat VLX 70002017, Service Manual

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Electrical System
The electrical connections should be checked periodi-
cally for proper function.
TESTING ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
All electrical tests should be made using the CATT II or
the Fluke Model 77 Multimeter. The CATT II can return
data for certain components which are identified at the
beginning of their respective sub-section. If any other
type of meter is used, readings may vary due to internal
circuitry. When troubleshooting a specific component,
always verify first that the fuse(s) are good, that the indi-
cator panel is good, that the connections are clean and
tight, that the battery is fully charged, and that all appro-
priate switches are activated.
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NOTE: For absolute accuracy, all tests should be
made at room temperature of 68° F.
SPECIAL TOOLS
A number of special tools must be available to the techni-
cian when performing service procedures in this section.
Refer to the current Special Tool Catalog for the appro-
priate tool description.
 NOTE: When indicated for use, each special tool
will be identified by its specific name, as shown in the
chart below, and capitalized.
 NOTE: Special tools are available from the Service
Department.
Battery
After being in service, batteries require regular cleaning
and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and
maximum service life. The following procedure is rec-
ommended for cleaning and maintaining a sealed battery.
Always read and follow instructions provided with bat-
tery chargers and battery products.
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NOTE: Refer to all warnings and cautions provided
with the battery or battery maintainer/charger.
Loss of battery charge may be caused by ambient tem-
perature, ignition OFF current draw, corroded terminals,
self discharge, frequent start/stops, and short engine run
times. Frequent winch usage, snowplowing, extended
low RPM operation, short trips, and high amperage
accessory usage are also reasons for battery discharge.
Maintenance Charging
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NOTE: Use the CTEK Multi US 800 or the CTEK
Multi US 3300 for battery maintenance charging.
Maintenance charging is required on all batteries not
used for more than two weeks or as required by bat-
tery drain.
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1. When charging a battery in the vehicle, be sure the
ignition switch is in the OFF position.
2. Clean the battery terminals with a solution of baking
soda and water.
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NOTE: The sealing strip should NOT be removed
and NO fluid should be added.
3. Be sure the charger and battery are in a well-venti-
lated area. Be sure the charger is unplugged from the
110-volt electrical outlet.
4. Connect the red terminal lead from the charger to the
positive terminal of the battery; then connect the
black terminal lead of the charger to the negative ter-
minal of the battery.
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NOTE: Optional battery charging adapters are
available from your authorized dealer to connect
directly to your vehicle from the recommended char-
gers to simplify the maintenance charging process.
Check with your authorized dealer for proper instal-
lation of these charging adapter connectors.
5. Plug the battery charger into a 110-volt electrical
outlet.
6. If using the CTEK Multi US 800, there are no further
buttons to push. If using the CTEK Multi US 3300,
press the Mode button (A) at the left of the charger
until the Maintenance Charge Icon (B) at the bottom
illuminates. The Normal Charge Indicator (C) should
illuminate on the upper portion of the battery charger.
 NOTE: The maintainer/charger will charge the bat-
tery to 95% capacity at which time the Maintenance
Charge Indicator (D) will illuminate and the main-
tainer/charger will change to pulse/float maintenance.
If the battery falls below 12.9 DC volts, the charger
will automatically start again at the first step of the
charge sequence.
Description p/n
Fluke Model 77 Multimeter 0644-559
MaxiClips 0744-041
Tachometer 0644-275
CATT II Tool 0544-029
Component data can be retrieved using the CATT II. Uti-
lize the Sensor Data screen.