Joining Crankcase Halves - Arctic Cat 400 Service Manual

9. Install the two gear shift fork shafts; then verify
that the two crankcase half alignment pins are in
place.
NOTE: Prior to joining crankcase halves, turn the
shift cam to ensure all gears shift properly.
Joining Crankcase
1. Verify that the shim washer is on the idler shaft;
then apply Three Bond Sealant (p/n 0636-070)
to the mating surfaces. Place the right-side half
onto the left-side half.
2. Using a plastic mallet, lightly tap the case halves
together until cap screws can be installed.
3. From the right side, install the four case half 8
mm cap screws; then tighten only until snug.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to
ensure no binding or sticking occurs.
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4. From the left side, install the three case half 8
mm cap screws (two inside the case); then
tighten only until snug.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to
ensure no binding or sticking occurs.
5. From the left side, install the seven case half 6
mm cap screws; then tighten only until snug.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to
ensure no binding or sticking occurs.
6. From the right side, install the five case half 6
mm cap screws (one inside the case); then
tighten only until snug.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to
CC102D ensure no binding or sticking occurs.
7. In a crisscross/case-to-case pattern, tighten the 8
mm cap screws (from steps 3-4) until the halves
are correctly joined; then tighten to specifica-
tions.
NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to
ensure no binding or sticking occurs.
8. In a crisscross/case-to-case pattern, tighten the 6
mm cap screws (from steps 5-6) to specifica-
tions.
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