Maintenance; Periodic Maintenance Checklist - Arctic Cat 500 Sno Pro Operator's/Performance Manual

Maintenance

The longevity and safety of the snowmobile can be increased by making periodic checks of the items in the follow-
ing checklist. Perform maintenance checks more often if the snowmobile is used under severe conditions.
INTERVAL
SERVICE ITEM HRS
1 ½ - 2 HRS
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug End Caps
Drive Belt
Cooling System
Chain Case Lubricant
Drive Chain/Sprockets
Chain Tensioner
Brake Fluid
Brake Pads
Throttle Cable/Lever
Fuel Hoses
Exhaust System
Pistons/Rings
Reed Valves
Front Suspension
Steering
Rear Suspension
Shock Oil
Track
Wear Strips
Drive Clutch
Driven Pulley
Recoil Rope/Handle
Skis and Wear Bars
Cap Screws/Nuts
R= Replace, T=Tighten, I = Inspect and clean, adjust, or replace if necessary

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST

EVERY EVERY
RACE 3 RACES
EVERY EVERY
4 ¼ - 6 HRS
I R
I I
I I
I I
I R
I I
I I
I R
I I
I I
I I
I I
— —
I I
I I
I I
— —
I I
I I
I I
I I
I I
I I
T T
EVERY
5 RACES
EVERY
7 ½ - 10 HRS
I Check for condition and heat range.
R Check for secure connection.
R Check for proper deflection, burn spots/wear.
I Replace coolant and engine coolant hoses every year.
I Change after break-in period.
I Inspect for broken/stretched links.
I Inspect for worn or damaged components. Check and
retighten sprocket cap screws.
I Replace brake hose every year.
I Inspect for wear.
I Inspect for proper adjustment and wear.
I Inspect for wear and pinching. Replace yearly.
I Check for cracks and missing springs.
R
I Replace yearly.
I Apply grease to bellcrank fittings. Inspect for damaged parts.
I Inspect ski alignment. Check for damaged or worn
components. Apply grease to bell crank fittings and steering
bearing.
I Inspect for damaged or worn components. Apply grease to
fittings.
— Change oil at end of normal race season (10-12 races). If a
long race season is planned, change oil mid-season and at
end of season.
I Inspect for proper tension/alignment.
I Inspect for wear/damage.
I Inspect surfaces for belt build-up and glazing.
I Inspect for glazing.
I Inspect rope for fraying/handle for cracks.
I Check condition and alignment.
T Tighten to torque specifications (if applicable).
REMARKS
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