Engine/Transmission Oil - Filter - Arctic Cat Wildcat ROV 2013 Service Manual

 NOTE: If the screen or gasket is damaged in any
way, it must be replaced.
3. Install the spark arrester assembly and gasket and
secure with the cap screws. Tighten the cap screws to
72 in.-lb.
Engine/Transmission Oil -
Filter
OIL - FILTER
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled inter-
vals. The engine should always be warm when the oil is
changed so the oil will drain easily and completely.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level stick/filler plug.
! WARNING
Use caution when removing oil level stick. Exhaust
components may be extremely hot.
3. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the engine
and drain the oil into a drain pan.
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4. Using the Oil Filter Wrench and a ratchet handle (or a
socket or box-end wrench), remove the old oil filter.
 NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing the filter.
5. Apply oil to a new filter O-ring and check to make
sure it is positioned correctly; then install the new oil
filter. Tighten securely.
6. Install the engine drain plug and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil in
the filler hole. Install the oil level stick/filler plug.
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could cause
serious engine damage. Do not use oils which contain
graphite or molybdenum additives. These oils can
adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not recommended
are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and castor-based oils.
7. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
8. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one min-
ute.
9. Unscrew the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean
cloth.
10. Install the oil level stick and thread into the engine
case.
 NOTE: The oil level stick should be threaded into
the case for checking the oil level.
11. Remove the oil level stick; the oil level must be within
the operating range but not exceeding the upper mark.
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CAUTION
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