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Snowmobile Arctic Cat (2006 year). Manual - part 10

LUBRICATION

FRONT SUSPENSION



NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends

that Arctic Cat Low-Temp Grease
(p/n 0636-593) be used for this
procedure.

It is very important that the front

suspension is greased on a monthly

basis using low-temperature grease.

The front suspension should also be

greased after trailering the snowmo-

bile on an open trailer. Pump grease

into the spindle grease fitting (both

sides) until grease is noted coming

out of the top and bottom of the

spindle. Wipe excess grease from

the spindle.

0739-724

On the AWS VI and M-Series mod-

els, pump grease into the upper

steering shaft grease fitting (located

on the right-side of the snowmobile

directly above the forward part of

the upper A-arm) until grease is

noted coming out of the bottom of

the shaft. Wipe excess grease from

the shaft.

0737-294

SPEEDOMETER DRIVE
ADAPTER (Semi-Annually)

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NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends

that Arctic Cat Low-Temp Grease
(p/n 0636-593) be used for this
procedure.

1. Shut the engine off and wait for

all moving parts to stop; then

open the hood.

2. Using low-temperature grease,

lubricate the fitting on the

speedometer drive adapter until

grease is noted coming out

along the edge of the drive

adapter.

0727-472

REAR SUSPENSION (Every 40
Operating Hours)



NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends

that Arctic Cat Low-Temp Grease
(p/n 0636-593) be used for this
procedure.

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NOTE: Determine which style

rear suspension is being lubri-
cated and locate the grease fit-
tings accordingly.

1. Shut engine off and wait for all

moving parts to stop.

LUBRICATION

2. With the gas tank nearly empty

(less than 1/4 full), lay the

snowmobile on its left side. A

piece of cardboard should be

used to protect the finish on the

hood and belly pan.

3. Remove ice and snow buildup

from the skid frame to expose

the grease fittings.

0732-616

0729-069

0739-638

4. Lubricate the grease fittings

with low-temperature grease.

! CAUTION

The Firecat/Sabercat models
should not be tipped on their
right sides for any extended
period of time, as air bubbles
may form in the oil hose. If air
bubbles form in the oil hose, the
oil injection system must be
bled. Take the snowmobile to an
a u t h o r i z e d A r c t i c C a t
s n ow m o b i l e d e a l e r fo r t h i s
service. This service is at the
discretion and expense of the
snowmobile owner

! CAUTION

The 660 cc models should not
be tipped on their sides for any
reason, as engine oil may seep
into the upper engine through
the air-intake system. Severe
engine damage could result if
the engine is run with oil in the
upper engine.

MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

ITEM

INTERVAL REFER TO

REMARKS

Air Filter

(660 cc Turbo)

2000 miles/

Seasonal

Replace

Brake System (Hydraulic)

Daily

Page 57

Check for binding, leakage, and proper operation;

lever firmness, travel, caliper, disc, and pads

Brake System (Mechanical)

Daily

Page 56

Check for binding, sticking, and proper operation;

lever travel, cable, spring, caliper, and disc

Cooling System - Liquid

Daily

Page 15

Check for leakage, damage, obstructions, coolant

level

Cooling System - Fan Belt

Monthly

Page 77

Check tightness and for wear, damage, and

obstructions

Charging System - Accessory Belt

(660 cc)

Monthly

Page 77

Check tightness and for wear, damage, and

obstructions

Oil System

Daily

Page 40-42

Check for leakage, damage, and injection/engine oil

level

Engine Oil

(660 cc Standard)

2500-3000

miles/

Seasonal

Page 41

Change oil and filter

Engine Oil

(660 cc Turbo)

2000 miles/

Seasonal

Page 41

Change oil and filter

Battery

Daily

Page 15
Page 53

Check for proper charge and tight connections

Stop Switch

Daily

—

Check for proper operation

Hoses

Daily

—

Check for damage, leakage, and routing

Headlight & Taillight/Brakelight

Daily

Page 71

Check for proper operation and cleanliness

Steering System

Daily

—

Check for proper operation, tightness of bolts, and

binding

Throttle Control System

Daily

Page 31

Check for binding, sticking, proper operation, throttle

cable tension, and routing

Drive Belt

Daily

Monthly

Page 61

Check for wear, cracks, and fraying
Check length and width dimensions

Ski Wear Bars

Daily

Page 74

Check for wear and damage

Carburetors - Main Jets - Adjustment

Screws

Daily

Weekly

Page 50

Page 42-50

Install proper main jets
Adjust according to specifications

Electrical Wiring

Weekly

—

Check for wear, damage, tight connections, and

routing

Exhaust System

Weekly

Page 14

Check for damage, leakage, and obstructions

Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners

Weekly

—

Check tightness

Recoil Starter

Weekly

—

Check rope for wear, fraying, and proper operation

Shock Absorbers

Weekly

Page 17

Check for fluid leakage and damage

Spark Plugs

(2-Stroke)

Weekly

Page 51

Check center electrode insulator color, carbon, and

gap

Suspension

Weekly

Page 67

Check for damage, loose components, and proper

adjustment

Track Tension/Alignment

Weekly

Page 64
Page 66

Check/adjust as necessary

Wear Strips

Weekly

Page 76

Check for wear and damage

Wires & Cables

Weekly

—

Check for wear, damage, and routing

Fuel System - Tank, Pump,

In-Line Filter, & Vent Hose

Weekly

—

Check for damage, wear, obstructions, and leakage

Fuel Filter

(660 cc)

5000 miles/

2 years

Replace

APV System

Monthly

Page 22

Check/adjust as necessary

Standard Chain Case

Monthly

Page 34

Check lube level and for leakage

ACT Drive Gear Case

Seasonal

Page 35

Change drive fluid prior to storage

Heat Exchangers

Monthly

—

Check for wear, leakage, and damage

Drive Clutch/Driven Pulley

Monthly

Page 15-16

Check for damage, abnormal noise, vibration,

binding, and sticking and clean off drive belt
deposits

Front & Rear Suspension

Monthly

Page 36

Grease

MAINTENANCE

The longevity and safety of the

snowmobile can be increased by

making periodic checks of the items

in the preceding checklist.
If, at any time, abnormal noises,

vibrations, or improper working

conditions of any component of this

snowmobile are detected, DO NOT

OPERATE THE SNOWMOBILE.

Take the snowmobile to an autho-

rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer

for inspection and adjustment or

repair.
The snowmobile should be taken to

an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo-

bile dealer at the end of each snow-

m o b i l i n g s e a s o n f o r g e n e r a l

inspection and for off-season stor-

age servicing. This inspection and

servicing is at the expense of the

snowmobile owner.

FUEL SYSTEM

In-Line Fuel Filter
(Carbureted Models)

Arctic Cat recommends that the in-

line fuel filter be checked weekly.

The in-line fuel filter is located just

in front of the fuel pump inlet fitting.

The filter must be clean to allow the

fuel hose to transmit the amount of

gasoline required. If the in-line fuel

filter is obstructed, gasoline flow

will be restricted; therefore, the filter

must be replaced. To remove and

install the in-line fuel filter, use the

following procedure:



NOTE: Determine which style

in-line fuel filter is being replaced
and remove and install accord-
ingly.

1. On models with a gas tank shut-

off valve, turn the gas tank shut-

off valve to the CLOSED posi-

tion.

2. Using a screwdriver, pry the

fuel hoses off the in-line fuel

filter and remove the filter.

726-065A

728-272B

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NOTE: The in-line fuel filter

must be replaced if obstructed.
F i l t e rs a r e ava i l a bl e f ro m a n
authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo-
bile dealer.

3. Install the in-line fuel filter in

the fuel hose so the arrow on

the filter points toward the fuel

pump. Make sure the fuel hoses

fit tightly on the filter. If a fuel

hose does not fit tightly, cut 6

mm (1/4 in.) from the end of the

fuel hose; then install on the fil-

ter.

! WARNING

Whenever any maintenance or
inspection is made on the fuel
system in which there may be
fuel leakage, there should be no
welding, smoking, open flames,
etc., in the area.

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