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2000
1. Open the hood and remove the spark
plug caps from the plugs.
2. Using a spark plug wrench, remove
the plugs.
3. Install the plugs and finger-tighten.
4. Tighten the spark plugs to 19 ft-lb;
then install the spark plug caps and
close the hood.
3000/7000
NOTE: Always use the recom-
mended spark plugs in the engine.
See the appropriate specifications
sheet for correct spark plug gap.
1. Open the hood and disconnect the main
harness from the ignition coils; then
remove the ignition coils from the cyl-
inder head cover.
2. Remove the spark plugs.
NOTE: Prior to installing the spark
plugs, check the gap between the
electrode and ground strap. The
clearance should be 0.028-0.031 in.
3. Install new spark plugs. Tighten to
9.4 ft-lb.
4. Install the ignition coils onto the cyl-
inder head cover making sure they
are fully seated. Connect the main
harness to the ignition coils.
5. Close the hood.
Valve Clearance
3000
After 5,000 miles or prior to seasonal
storage, valve clearance should be
checked and adjusted as necessary.
7000
After 25,000 miles or prior to seasonal
storage, valve clearance should be
checked and adjusted as necessary.
NOTE: Take the snowmobile to an
authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile
dealer for inspection and service.
This service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner.
Battery
These sealed batteries after being in ser-
vice require regular cleaning and
charging in order to deliver peak perfor-
mance and maximum service life. The
following procedure is recommended for
cleaning and maintaining sealed batter-
ies. Always read and follow instructions
provided with battery chargers and bat-
tery products.
NOTE: Battery maintenance may
be done by the snowmobile owner if
qualified to do so. If the owner does
not feel qualified, take the snowmo-
bile to an authorized Arctic Cat
Snowmobile dealer for this service.
This service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner.
CAUTION
If adjusting spark plug gap is neces-
sary, do not use the center electrode
as a leverage point. Damage to the
plug may occur.
CAUTION
It is critical that the checking/adjust-
ing valve clearance be done at the
recommended intervals or severe
engine damage may occur.
! WARNING
Improper handling or connecting of a
battery may result in severe injury
including acid burns, electrical burns,
or blindness as a result of an explo-
sion. Always remove rings and
watches. Any time service is per-
formed on a battery, the following
must be observed: keep sparks, open
flame, cigarettes, or any other flame
away. Always wear safety glasses.
Protect skin and clothing when han-
dling a battery. When servicing a bat-
tery in an enclosed space, keep the
area well-ventilated.
! WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.
