Preparation For Storage - Arctic Cat XC 450 Operator's Manual

Preparation for Storage

CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be properly serviced to pre-
vent rusting and component deterioration.
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to prepare the ATV
for storage. An authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer should perform this
service; however, the owner/operator may perform this service if
desired.
1. Clean the seat cushion (cover and base) with a damp cloth and
allow to dry.
2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by washing dirt, oil, grass, and other
foreign matter from the entire ATV. Allow the ATV to dry thor-
oughly. DO NOT get water into any part of the engine or air
intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a fuel stabilizer to the gas in the
gas tank.
4. Clean the interior of the air filter housing.
5. Plug the hole in the exhaust system with a clean cloth.
6. Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing and plungers of
the shock absorbers.
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws, and screws. Make sure rivets
holding components together are tight. Replace all loose rivets.
Care must be taken that all calibrated nuts, cap screws, and bolts
are tightened to specifications.
8. Fill the cooling system to the bottom of the stand pipe in the radi-
ator neck with properly mixed coolant.
9. Disconnect the battery cables (negative cable first); then remove
the battery, clean the battery posts and cables, and store in a clean,
dry area.
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NOTE: For storage, use a battery maintainer or make sure the
battery is fully charged (see Battery section in this manual).
10. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid using a
plastic cover as moisture will collect on the ATV causing rust-
ing.
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