Troubleshooting - Arctic Cat Wildcat ROV 2013 Service Manual

3. Remove the oil bolt securing the banjo-fittings to the
master cylinder; then remove the master cylinder. Dis-
card the three crush washers.
CAUTION
Brake fluid is highly corrosive. Do not spill brake fluid
on any surface of the vehicle.

Troubleshooting

Problem: Power not transmitted from engine to wheels
Condition
1. Rear axle shaft serration worn - broken
Problem: Power not transmitted from engine to either front wheel
Condition
1. Secondary drive - driven gear teeth broken
2. Propeller shaft serration worn - broken
3. Coupling damaged
4. Coupling joint serration worn - damaged
5. Front drive - driven bevel gears broken - damaged
6. Front differential gears/pinions broken - damaged
7. Front drive actuator not operating
Problem: Braking poor
Condition
1. Pad worn
2. Brake fluid leaking
3. Master cylinder/brake cylinder seal worn
Problem: Brake pedal travel excessive
Condition
1. Brake fluid low
2. Piston seal - cup worn
Problem: Brake fluid leaking
Condition
1. Fittings loose
2. Hose cracked
3. Piston seal worn
Problem: Brake pedal spongy
Condition
1. Air trapped in hydraulic system
2. Brake fluid low
Inspecting
1. Inspect the master cylinder push rod and clevis for
wear, bending, or elongation of clevis holes.
2. Inspect the push rod boot for tears or deterioration.
3. Inspect the reservoir for cracks and leakage.
4. Inspect the brake hose for cracks and deterioration and
the condition of the banjo-fittings.
Installing
1. Place the master cylinder into position; then using
three new crush washers, secure the two banjo-fittings
to the master cylinder. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
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2. Secure the master cylinder assembly to the frame with
two cap screws and two flange nuts. Tighten to 25 ft-lb.
3. Install the pivot pin and secure with a new cotter pin.
4. Fill the master cylinder and bleed the brake system
(see Hydraulic Brake System in Periodic Mainte-
nance/Tune-Up).
Remedy
1. Replace shaft
Remedy
1. Replace gear(s)
2. Replace shaft
3. Replace coupling
4. Replace joint
5. Replace gear(s)
6. Replace gears - pinions
7. Replace fuse - drive select switch - front drive actuator
Remedy
1. Replace pads
2. Repair leak(s)
3. Replace seal(s)
Remedy
1. Add fluid to proper level
2. Replace seal - cup
Remedy
1. Tighten fittings
2. Replace hose
3. Replace seal
Remedy
1. Bleed hydraulic system
2. Add brake fluid and bleed hydraulic brake system
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