Arctic Cat Z Series 2006, Operator'S Manual

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LUBRICATION 35
ACT DRIVE GEAR CASE (Each
Season Prior to Storage)

NOTE: Changing gear case fluid
can be done by the snowmobile
owner if qualified to do so. If the
owner does not feel qualified,
take the snowmobile to an autho-
rized Arctic Cat dealer for this
service. If not under warranty,
this service is at the discretion
and expense of the snowmobile
owner
.
It is very important that the gear case
fluid be changed after each season of
use. Arctic Cat recommends that the
fluid be changed prior to off-season
storage.
To change the gear case lubricant,
use the following procedure:
1. Place a drain pan beneath the
gear case; then from the back-
side of the case, remove the
drain/fill plug.
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NOTE: It is critical that the
snowmobile is on a level surface
to ensure the fluid drains properly
and completely.
2. Tip the snowmobile onto its left
side and place a piece of card-
board underneath to protect the
finish on the hood and belly
pan.

NOTE: It is recommended that
the gas tank be nearly empty
(less than 1/4 full) when tipping
the snowmobile.
3. Secure the snowmobile in this
position.
4. Pour the exact amount (see
specification sheet) of Arctic
Cat ACT Drive Fluid into the
drain/fill hole; then install the
plug. Tighten securely.
5. Tip the snowmobile back to the
upright position.

NOTE: If excessive oil deposits
are noticed, take the snowmobile
to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow-
mobile dealer for service. If not
under warranty, this service is at
the discretion and expense of the
snowmobile owner
.
! CAUTION
Do not over-fill the gear case. If
the gear case is over-filled with
fluid, damage to the gear case
could occur.
! CAUTION
The correct lubricant to use in
the gear case is Arctic Cat ACT
Drive Fluid. Any substitute may
cause serious damage to the
drive system.
! CAUTION
It is critical that all of the old
fluid be drained from the gear
case prior to filling with new
fluid.
! CAUTION
Do Not add more or less than
the recommended amount of
drive fluid to the gear case or
damage to the gear case will
occur.