Removing Engine/Transmission (550/700) - Arctic Cat 500 Service Manual

Removing
Engine/Transmission
(550/700)
Many service procedures can be performed without
removing the engine/transmission from the frame.
Closely observe the note introducing each sub-section for
this important information.
AT THIS POINT

If the technician's objective is to service Top-Side Com-
ponents, Left-Side Components, or Right-Side Compo-
nents, the engine/transmission does not have to be
removed from the frame.
AT THIS POINT

If the technician's objective is to service/replace
left-side cover oil seals, front output joint oil seal, rear
output joint oil seal, and/or the oil strainer (from
beneath the engine/transmission), the engine/transmis-
sion does not have to be removed from the frame.
Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the wheels.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
1. Remove the seat.
2. Remove the negative cable from the battery; then
remove the positive cable. Remove the battery and
the battery vent hose; then remove the battery.
CAUTION
Battery acid is harmful if it contacts eyes, skin, or cloth-
ing. Care must be taken whenever handling a battery.
3. Remove the radiator access cover, steering post
cover, and storage compartment cover assembly;
then remove the storage compartment box.
4. Remove the side panels.
5. Remove the instrument pod; then remove the front
rack and front body panel (see Steering/Frame/Con-
trols).
6. Drain the oil from beneath the engine/transmission;
then drain the coolant.
7. Remove the air filter (see Periodic Maintenance).
8. Remove the gasline hose connector from the fuel rail.
9. Loosen the clamp securing the air intake duct to the
air filter housing.
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733-441A
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