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Lubrication Points
It is advisable to lubricate certain components periodically
to ensure free movement. Apply light oil to the compo-
nents using the following list as reference.
A. Accelerator Pedal Pivot/Cable Ends
B. Brake Pedal Pivot
C. Shift Cable
Air Filter
CLEANING AND INSPECTING FILTER
1. Unsnap the five fasteners securing the air cleaner
housing cover and remove the cover.
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2. Remove the air filter from the housing; then remove
the foam filter medium.
NOTE: Do not attempt to remove the inner foam
from the wire mesh. It is part of the filter frame.
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3. Fill a wash pan larger than the filter with a non-flam-
mable cleaning solvent; then dip the inner filter and
outer foam medium in the solvent and wash them.
NOTE: Foam Filter Cleaner and Foam Filter Oil are
available from Arctic Cat.
4. Dry both filter components.
5. Put the foam filter in a plastic bag; then pour in air fil-
ter oil and work the filter.
NOTE: Apply oil to the inner filter; then carefully
squeeze excessive oil from the filter element. Do not
twist foam to remove oil.
6. Attach the foam filter to the inner filter screen.
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7. Clean any dirt or debris from inside the air cleaner. Be
sure no dirt enters the throttle body.
8. Install the filter in the air filter housing. Position the
filter frame on top.
9. Install the air filter housing cover and secure with the
retaining clips.
CHECKING AND CLEANING DRAINS
1. Inspect the drain beneath the main housing for debris
or liquid. Remove and clean the drain bulb if contami-
nated.
2. Wipe any accumulation of oil or gas from the filter
housing and drain.
Valve/Tappet Clearance
To check and adjust valve/tappet clearance, use the follow-
ing procedure.
NOTE: The engine must be cold for this procedure.
NOTE: On the Wildcat/X, the seats, left-side seat belt
and anchor, left-side heat shroud and shield, cargo
box, and rear body panel must be removed for this pro-
cedure.
NOTE: On the Wildcat 4/4X, the rear seats, left-rear
seat belt retractor, left-side heat shroud and shield,
cargo box, and rear body panel must be removed for
this procedure.
CAUTION
Failure to inspect the air filter frequently if the vehicle is
used in dusty, wet, or muddy conditions can damage
the engine.
CAUTION
A torn air filter can cause damage to the vehicle engine. Dirt
and dust may get inside the engine if the element is torn.
Carefully examine the element for tears before and after
cleaning it. Replace the element with a new one if it is torn.