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2. Adjust the handlebar to operator’s
desired tilt; then tighten the lock
nuts/cap screws evenly and securely.
Check steering for maximum right/
left turning capabilities.
NOTE: Do not adjust the handlebar
to a position that allows air to enter
the brake system.
3. Recheck lock nuts/cap screws;
tighten securely.
NOTE: Recommended torque
value of lock nuts is 18 ft-lb. Recom-
mended torque value for the Allen-
head cap screws (on models with a
telescoping handlebar) is 20 ft-lb.
Exhaust System
The exhaust system is designed to reduce
noise and to improve the total perfor-
mance of the engine. If any exhaust sys-
tem component is removed from the
engine and the engine is run, severe
engine damage will result.
Air-Intake Silencer
Used in conjunction with the fuel intake
system is a specially designed air-intake
silencer. The purpose of the silencer is to
quiet the intake of fresh air. Since the fuel
intake system is calibrated with the air-
intake silencer in place, the engine must
never be run with the silencer removed.
Performance will not be improved if the
air-intake silencer is removed. In con-
trast, severe engine damage will occur.
Cooling System
These snowmobiles are equipped with a
closed liquid cooling system for engine
cooling. The cooling system should be
inspected daily for leakage and damage.
Also, the coolant level should be checked
daily. If leakage or damage is detected,
take the snowmobile to an authorized
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser-
vice. If not under warranty, this service is
at the discretion and expense of the
snowmobile owner.
When filling the cooling system reser-
voir, use an ethylene glycol-based cool-
ant/water mixture which will satisfy the
coldest anticipated weather conditions of
your area in accordance with the coolant
manufacturer’s recommendations.
For checking/filling cooling system, refer
to Coolant Level sub-section in the Main-
tenance section.
Drive Clutch and
Driven Pulley
The drive clutch and driven pulley do not
require lubrication; therefore, no special
maintenance is required by the snowmo-
bile owner except for periodical cleaning
(see the Periodic Maintenance Checklist
in the Maintenance section).
! WARNING
Tighten lock nuts/cap screws
according to specifications to pre-
vent unexpected “movement” of the
handlebar during operation over
rough terrain. DO NOT position han-
dlebar so steering (maximum right/
left turning capabilities) or throttle
and brake controls are affected.
Allen-Head
Cap Screw
CAUTION
These snowmobiles are not
designed to be operated in dusty
conditions. Operating the snowmo-
bile in dusty conditions will result in
severe engine damage.
