Arctic Cat Z Series 2006, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE 59
734-505A
3. If the resultant distance is less
than specified, take the snow-
mobile to an authorized Arctic
Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser-
vice. This service is at the dis-
cretion and expense of the
snowmobile owner.
Bleeding Brake System
If the brake lever feels spongy when
applied, the brake system may need
to be bled. To bleed the brake, use
the following procedure:

NOTE: The brake system may
be bled by the snowmobile owner
if qualified to do so. If the owner
does not feel qualified, take the
snowmobile to an authorized Arc-
tic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this
service. This service is at the dis-
cretion and expense of the snow-
mobile owner.
1. Remove the reservoir cover and
fill the reservoir to the high
mark with Arctic Cat approved
brake fluid.
2. Slide a piece of flexible tubing
over the ball of the bleeder
valve and direct the other end
into a container.
0730-434
0739-269
! WARNING
Do not operate the snowmobile
i f t h e c o m p r e s s e d d i s t a n ce
between the brake lever and the
handlebar is less than 2.54 cm
(1 in.). Brake loss may occur.
Brake loss can result in severe
personal injury.
! CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive.
Do not spill brake fluid on any
surface of the snowmobile.
! WARNING
Use only Arctic Cat approved
brake fluid. Any substitute may
result in a loss of brakes.