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Tighten the gas tank cap securely after filling the tank.
RECOMMENDED GASOLINE
The recommended gasoline to use is 91 minimum octane
regular unleaded. In many areas, oxygenates are added to
the gasoline. Oxygenated gasolines containing up to 10%
ethanol or 5% methane are acceptable gasolines.
When using ethanol blended gasoline, it is not necessary
to add a gasoline antifreeze since ethanol will prevent the
accumulation of moisture in the fuel system.
RECOMMENDED
ENGINE/TRANSMISSION OIL
The recommended oil to use is Arctic Cat ACX All
Weather synthetic engine oil, which has been specifi-
cally formulated for use in this Arctic Cat engine.
Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic engine
oil is the only oil recommended for use in this engine,
use of any API certified SM 0W-40 oil is acceptable.
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RECOMMENDED FRONT
DIFFERENTIAL/REAR DRIVE
LUBRICANT
The recommended lubricant is Arctic Cat Gear Lube or
an equivalent gear lube which is SAE approved 80W-90
hypoid. This lubricant meets all of the lubrication
requirements of the Arctic Cat vehicle front differential
and rear drive.
Preparation For Storage
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to pre-
pare the vehicle for storage.
1. Clean the seat cushions with a damp cloth and allow
to dry.
2. Clean the vehicle thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire vehi-
cle. Allow the vehicle to dry thoroughly. DO NOT
get water into any part of the engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel stabilizer to the
gas in the gas tank.
4. Change the engine oil.
5. Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean
cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering shaft bushing
and plungers of the shock absorbers.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws. Care
must be taken that all calibrated nuts, cap screws,
and bolts are tightened to specifications.
8. Fill the cooling system to the bottom of the stand pipe
in the radiator neck with properly mixed coolant.
9. Disconnect the battery cables (negative cable first);
then remove the battery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
NOTE: For storage, use a battery maintainer or
make sure the battery is fully charged (see Battery
section in this manual).
10. Store the vehicle indoors in a level position.
Preparation After Storage
Taking this vehicle out of storage and correctly preparing
it will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free riding.
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure.
1. Clean the vehicle thoroughly.
2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the exhaust
system.
3. Check all control wires and cables for signs of wear
or fraying. Replace if necessary.
4. Change the engine/transmission oil and filter.
! WARNING
Do not overflow gasoline when filling the gas tank. A
fire hazard could materialize. Always allow the engine to
cool before filling the gas tank.
! WARNING
Do not over-fill the gas tank.
CAUTION
Do not use white gas. Only Arctic Cat approved gaso-
line additives should be used.
CAUTION
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended lubri-
cant could cause serious front differential/rear drive
damage.
CAUTION
Prior to storing this vehicle, it must be properly serviced
to prevent rusting and component deterioration.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid using
a plastic cover as moisture will collect on the vehicle
causing rusting.