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5. Install the drain bolt and tighten
securely.
NOTE: The V-belt and clutches
should be inspected every 500
miles and the belt replaced (if nec-
essary).
On the 650 V-Twin to drain the belt
cover, use the following procedure.
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1. Elevate the rear of the ATV (no
more than 25°) to allow water
trapped in the V-belt cover to run
into the cooling inlet duct and
drain out through the “duck bill”
drain.
2. Shift the range lever to the neutral
position; then start the engine.
3. Increase and decrease the RPM
several times to “blow out” any
water; then stop the engine.
NOTE: The V-belt and pulleys
must be inspected every 100 hours
and the belt replaced (if neces-
sary).
TIRES
Tire Tread Condition
The use of worn-out tires on an ATV is
very dangerous. A tire is considered to
be worn out when the depth of the tread
is less than 3 mm (1/8 in.). Be sure to
replace the tires before reaching this
minimum specification.
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Tire Replacement
The ATV has low-pressure tubeless
tires. Air is sealed by the contact sur-
faces of the inner wheel rim and the tire
bead. If either the inner wheel rim or
tire bead is damaged, air may leak. Be
extremely careful not to damage these
areas when replacing tires.
It is very important to use the proper
tools when repairing or replacing tires
to prevent damage to the tire bead or
wheel rims. If proper tools and related
items are not available, have this main-
tenance performed by an authorized
Arctic Cat ATV dealer or a qualified
tire repair station.
! WARNING
Always use the size and type of
tires as specified. Refer to the
appropriate specifications chart for
proper tire inflation pressure, and
always maintain proper tire inflation
pressure.
650 V-Twin
! WARNING
The use of worn-out tires can be
dangerous and can increase the
risk of an accident.
! CAUTION
When breaking the tire bead loose
from the wheel, be extremely careful
not to damage the inner wheel sur-
face or the tire bead.