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- Page 1 2016 OPERATOR MANUAL PANTERA 7000 XT LTD/ ® ™ BEARCAT /LYNX ® ® 2000/3000/7000 www.arcticcat.com...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. No transportation charges, rental charges, or inconvenience costs will be paid by Arctic Cat. The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by Arctic Cat or an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. Arctic Cat reserves the right to inspect such parts at its factory for final determination if warranty should apply. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Coverage (U.S. Only) ........64 Braking ............23 Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Emergency Stopping ........24 Transfer ............65 Engine Heater (Pantera 7000 XT LTD/Bearcat Warranty Procedure/Owner 7000 GS) ............25 Responsibility .......Inside Back Cover Throttle/Ignition Monitor Switch ....... 25... -
Page 4: Parts And Accessories
SELF AND OTHERS. Parts and Accessories When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your Arctic Cat Snowmo- bile, be sure to only use GENUINE ARCTIC CAT PARTS, OIL, AND ACCESSO- RIES. Only genuine Arctic Cat parts, oil, and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and requirements of your Arctic Cat Snowmobile. -
Page 5: Foreword
Drive with caution, observe all state and local regulations, and respect the rights of others. ISMA members like Arctic Cat do their part to improve trails, sponsor events, and generally support the sport of snowmobiling. As a mem- ber of the National Snowmobile Foundation, Arctic Cat Inc. -
Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity
Declaration of Conformity Application of council directives: EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Issued by European Commission. EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Type of Equipment: Snowmobile Brand Name: Arctic Cat Model Numbers: S2016BCDFCOSL S2016BCDWTUSL S2016BCUWTRUL S2016PTTTOOSB S2016BCDFCUSL S2016BCTLTUSL S2016BCUWTRUR S2016PTTTORUB S2016BCDWEOSB S2016BCUWGOSO S2016BCUWTUSL S2016PTTTOUSB... -
Page 7: Snowmobile Safety Rules
Snowmobile Safety Rules... -
Page 8: General Information
General Information Control Locations Shown are the control locations. Bearcat 7000 XT XM314A Pantera 7000 XT LTD 0749-189 Bearcat 7000 XT GS 0749-190... -
Page 9: Snowmobile Identification
When using ethanol blended gasoline, it is the complete engine must be replaced, not necessary to add a gasoline antifreeze ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for since ethanol will prevent the accumula- correct registration information. tion of moisture in the fuel system. -
Page 10: Engine Break-In
The recommended oil to use in the oil- CAUTION injection system is Arctic Cat Formula 50 Injection Oil (p/n 5639-475 - qt) or (p/n Never mix oil and gasoline in the 5639-476 - gal.). This oil is specially for- snowmobile gas tank. -
Page 11: Drive Belt Break-In
NOTE: After 500 miles of opera- tion, the engine oil must be changed and the oil filter replaced. If any engine trouble should occur during the engine break-in period, immedi- ately have a Arctic Cat dealer check FZ003C the snowmobile. RPM/MPH (kph) Drive Belt Break-In... - Page 12 Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service. If not under war- level; however, it is highly recommended ranty, this service is at the discretion...
- Page 13 E. Service Icon 4. Speedometer/Tachometer Display - Indicates approximate vehicle speed On electric start models, the icon should in MPH or KM/H when speedome- illuminate each time the key is turned to ter function is selected, RPM when RUN or START, and it should go out tachometer function is selected.
- Page 14 The indicator and LOW TEMP display will remedy the problem, take the snowmo- cease to flash when the engine reaches bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- proper operating temperature. mobile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion If the coolant temperature rises too far and expense of the snowmobile owner.
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Page 15: Diagnostic Codes
With the clock mode selected by pressing engine does not start, take the snowmo- the Upper Right Button, press and hold the bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo- Upper Right Button to set the clock. The bile dealer. If not under warranty, this... - Page 16 3000 Code Trouble P1687 Main Relay Circuit High Code Trouble P1688 Reverse Relay Open Circuit P0016 Crankshaft Position - Camshaft Position Correlation P1689 Reverse Relay Circuit Low P0030 O2 Heater Control Circuit P1690 Reverse Relay Circuit High P0031 O2 Heater Control Circuit Low P1691 Forward Relay Open Circuit P0032...
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Page 17: Handlebar Tilt
7000 P2300 Ignition coil A primary control circuit Code Trouble P2303 Ignition coil B primary control circuit P0031 O2 Heater Control Circuit Low P0032 O2 Heater Control Circuit High P2306 Ignition coil C primary control circuit P0107 Manifold absolute pressure circuit low U1000 Vehicle not registered or invalid PIN P0108 Manifold absolute pressure circuit high U1001 Vehicle not registered and vehicle lim-... -
Page 18: Exhaust System
DO NOT position the handlebar so Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser- steering (maximum right/left turning vice. If not under warranty, this service is capabilities) or throttle and brake at the discretion and expense of the controls are affected. - Page 19 5. Disconnect all external accessories such as cell phones, GPS units, and ! WARNING radios on both vehicles. Improper handling or connecting of a CAUTION battery may result in severe injury including acid burns, electrical burns, or Failure disconnect electronic blindness as a result of an explosion.
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Page 20: Drive Clutch And Driven Clutch
If a fuel delivery problem is in the Maintenance section). suspected, take the snowmobile to an autho- rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. If not However, the drive clutch and driven under warranty, this service is at the discre- clutch should be disassembled, cleaned, tion and expense of the snowmobile owner. -
Page 21: Reverse Operation
Always use a shielded safety stand whenever performing When installing studs on a single-ply any maintenance or adjustments. track, it is important to use Arctic Cat- ! WARNING approved studs (proper head diame- ter). If approved studs (proper head... - Page 22 2000/3000 3. After shifting from reverse to for- ward (or from forward to reverse), apply the throttle slowly and evenly to allow the driven clutch to engage properly. 2000/3000 CAUTION Never engage the electric starter or pull the recoil starter rope when the engine is running or when operating in reverse.
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Page 23: Adjustable/Movable Backrest
Adjustable/Movable NOTE: If additional cargo is being Backrest added, maximum weight on the snowmobile (operator/passenger/ Bearcat 2000/Lynx 2000 cargo) should not exceed the maxi- mum limitation set for each snowmo- bile. See the chart in the Suspension The backrest is designed for maximum - Overload Springs sub-section in comfort and safety. -
Page 24: Removable Light Bar (Bearcat Xt Gs)
Make sure the rear seat is securely locked in place before carrying a pas- senger or personal injury may result. Pantera 7000 XT LTD 742-593B To install the seat, use the following pro- To remove the rear seat, lift up the lever... -
Page 25: Towing
1. Remove the four screws securing the 3. Remove the four screws securing the seat panel to the rear of the seat light bar to the tunnel mounts. base. XM320A Towing XM322A 2. Disconnect the style-21 connector to If the snowmobile is to be towed by the right of the fuse block then care- another snowmobile, do not tow using fully pull the light bar harness... -
Page 26: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Pre-Start 3. If the brake fluid is below the high brake fluid mark, add Arctic Cat It is imperative that the brake system be approved DOT 4 brake fluid until checked for wear and proper operation the fluid is at the recommended and that all safety checks found in the level. -
Page 27: Starting And Stopping Engine
It is extremely important that the not feel qualified, take the snowmo- engine is properly warmed up before bile to an authorized Arctic Cat subjecting the engine to high speed Snowmobile dealer for inspection operation or heavy loads. The engine and service. -
Page 28: Emergency Stopping
Identified in the following chart are the ways a snowmobile may be ! WARNING brought to a stop and the effectiveness under normal conditions. Use only Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 brake fluid. Never substitute or mix Item Function Condition different types or grades of brake fluid. -
Page 29: Engine Heater (Pantera 7000 Xt Ltd/Bearcat 7000 Gs)
If the engine now starts and stops when the throttle lever is released, take the snowmobile to an autho- rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner. -
Page 30: Varying Altitude Operation
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer carburetor switch may be the prob- for service as soon as possible. If lem. Take the snowmobile to an not under warranty, this service is at... - Page 31 Always consult the altitude take the snowmobile to an autho- decal. rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the CAUTION discretion and expense of the snow- mobile owner...
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Page 32: Lubrication
Arctic Cat rec- its left side far enough to allow the ommends that the flushing and replacing lubricant to drain from the gear case be done prior to off-season storage. -
Page 33: Chain Case (3000)
20. Pour 444 ml (15 fl oz) of Arctic Cat amount of Arctic Cat Synthetic Synthetic ACT Gear Case Fluid into Chain Lube (p/n 6639-539) through the check/fill hole;... -
Page 34: Transmission (7000)
It is very important that the transmission making sure the track is free to rotate. be flushed and the lubricant be replaced after each season of use. Arctic Cat rec- ! WARNING ommends that the flushing and replacing be done prior to off-season storage. -
Page 35: Front Suspension (2000)
11. Pour Arctic Cat Synthetic ACT Heavy Duty 3-Speed Transmission Fluid (p/n 7639-080) into the fill hole until fluid is level with the bottom of the check level hole;... -
Page 36: Maintenance
Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Checklist Item Interval Page Remarks Brake System Daily Check for binding, leakage, and proper operation; lever firmness, travel, caliper, disc, and pads Cooling System - Liquid Daily 14,37 Check for leakage, damage, obstructions, coolant level Oil System Daily —... -
Page 37: Fuel System
DO NOT OPERATE THE and secure with new clamps. SNOWMOBILE. Take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner. -
Page 38: Gasoline Additives
XM303 pickup valve is suspected, take the snow- 1. Remove the fuel filter from the fuel mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- filter bracket. mobile dealer for this service. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion 2. -
Page 39: Changing Engine Oil/Filter
Changing Engine Oil/ Filter 3000 ! WARNING Engine oil is extremely hot immedi- ately after the engine is turned off. Burning could occur if oil contacts skin or clothing. SNO-525A NOTE: Recycle or properly dis- 4. If step 1-3 was followed and the oil pose of the used engine oil. - Page 40 NOTE: If the oil and engine are not at operating temperature, the oil level may read too low. Always make sure the engine is at operating tem- perature before checking the oil. 11. Install the access plate and torx-head screws beneath the snowmobile;...
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Page 41: Coolant Level
6. Remove the cap screw on the bottom NOTE: The warning icon should of the oil tank and let the oil drain into go out within five seconds. If it does, the drain pan. proceed to step 10. If the warning icon does not illuminate, take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service. -
Page 42: Adjusting/Calibrating Carburetors (2000)
If the owner does not feel expense of the snowmobile owner. qualified, take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner. - Page 43 Adjusting Choke Cable 3. Slide the insulators away from the adjusters; then loosen the jam nut (External) securing each throttle cable adjuster. 1. Be sure the ignition switch key is in Rotate each adjuster clockwise until the OFF position and the brake lever each piston valve bottoms in the pis- lock is set.
- Page 44 9. At this point, there must be 0.75-1.5 4. With the snowmobile on a shielded mm (0.030-0.060 in.) of cable free- safety stand, start the engine, release play gap in the throttle lever. If there the brake lever lock, and thoroughly is no cable free-play in the throttle warm up.
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Page 45: Spark Plugs
A main jet which is too small will that this service be done by an authorized cause severe engine damage. Engine Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer only. damage caused by lean jetting WILL NOT BE covered by Arctic Cat Inc. CAUTION warranty policy. 1. Loosen each... -
Page 46: Valve Clearance
Arctic Cat inder head cover. Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the discretion and 2. - Page 47 1. Remove the negative battery cable ! WARNING and ground wire; then remove the positive cable. An overheated battery could explode causing severe injury death. ! WARNING Always monitor charging times and charge rates carefully. Stop charging Avoid spillage and contact with skin, if the battery becomes very warm to eyes, and clothing.
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Page 48: Fuses
Bearcat/Pantera XT LTD CAUTION Before installing the battery, make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position. 8. Secure the red positive cable to the positive terminal on the battery using a cap screw, lock washer, and a flat washer. Tighten securely. 9. -
Page 49: Brake System
If not under warranty, this ser- sight glass, remove the reservoir cover vice is at the discretion and expense of and add Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 the snowmobile owner. brake fluid until the fluid is at the rec- ommended level. -
Page 50: Checking Brake Lever Travel
! WARNING 0745-816 Use only Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 brake fluid. Any substitute may result in a loss of brakes. 2. Slide a piece of flexible tubing over the ball of the bleeder valve and direct the other end into a container. - Page 51 Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. 6. Measure the thickness of the brake This service is at the discretion and pad.
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Page 52: Burnishing Brake Pads
Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. 13. Secure the brake shield, the driven This service is at the discretion and clutch (tightened to 51 ft-lb);... - Page 53 0743-395 0749-025 NOTE: Each time the driven clutch 3. When the sheaves are fully apart, cap screw is removed, the hole in the pull up on drive belt and roll belt driven shaft should be cleaned free over stationary sheave until it is free of any Loctite residue.
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Page 54: Checking/Adjusting Deflection
3. Place a straightedge on the top of the deflection. Available shim washers from Arctic Cat are p/n 0648-714 drive belt. The straightedge should (0.090 in.) - one included in the tool reach from the drive clutch to the top kit, p/n 0648-715 (0.030 in.), and p/n... -
Page 55: Track Tension
“lock.” 0743-188 Arctic Cat recommends that the track Adjusting Track Tension tension be checked daily during the first 300 miles of operation and once a week ... -
Page 56: Track Alignment
Excessive wear to the idler wheels, drive lugs, and track will occur if the track is improperly aligned. Arctic Cat recommends that the track alignment be checked once a week or whenever the track tension is adjusted. -
Page 57: Suspension
Suspension On 3000 and 7000 models, the front (ski) shock spring pre-load adjustment is The suspension should be adjusted for accomplished by loosening the adjuster the operational needs and riding prefer- nut locking collar (B) from the adjuster ence of the operator. nut (A) and using the Spring Adjuster The front shock springs determine the Tool from the tool kit, rotating the... - Page 58 NOTE: If the limiter straps are adjusted, it is highly recommended that at least a minimum of 1/8 in. pre- load on the shock spring be main- tained. ! WARNING Do not adjust the front arm limiter straps to a point at which steering and operator control of the snowmo- bile are adversely affected.
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Page 59: Lights
To move the spring slide, remove the nut NOTE: Arctic Cat recommends on the backside of the spring slide cap that overload springs screw; then carefully remove the spring engaged whenever a load on the slide and cap screw to the desired loca-... - Page 60 5. Install the new bulb in the socket by NOTE: To access the harness con- pushing it straight in. nector and the two self-tapping screws securing the taillight to the 6. Push the socket into the housing and snowflap, compress the two flanged rotate it clockwise to lock into place.
- Page 61 7. Route the taillight harness through the bumper; then secure the taillight to the bumper with the two self-tap- ping screws. 8. Carefully route the harness beneath the Speedrack mount and through the hole in the storage compartment panel; then connect the harness connector.
- Page 62 2. Remove the cap screw and lock nut 5. Install the two torx-head screws located securing the front of the headlight to the outside of the headlight adjust- assembly to the air-intake silencer. ment knobs; then tighten securely. 3. Lift the front of the console enough 6.
- Page 63 5. Check headlight aim. 7. Adjust the headlight using the adjustment knobs until correct aim is ! WARNING obtained. Shut the engine off; then disengage the brake lever lock. Do not operate the snowmobile 3000/7000 unless headlight beam is adjusted properly.
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Page 64: Ski Wear Bars
2. Align the wear bar studs with the ski wear bar will wear faster. To maintain holes in the ski; then install the lock positive steering characteristics, Arctic Cat nuts. Tighten to 11-15 ft-lb. recommends that the ski wear bars be... -
Page 65: Rail Wear Strips
Rail Wear Strips NOTE: The rail wear strips will wear Arctic Cat recommends that the wear strips rapidly if the snowmobile is operated be checked weekly and replaced as neces- on terrain on which the snow cover is sary. -
Page 66: Preparation For Storage
An authorized 12. Apply light oil to the upper steering Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer should per- post bushing and shafts of the shock form this service; however, the owner/ absorbers. -
Page 67: Preparation After Storage
7. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap trouble-free snowmobiling. Arctic Cat screws making sure all nuts, bolts, recommends the following procedure: screws tightened 1. -
Page 68: Epa Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.s. Only)
Coverage (U.S. Only) STATEMENT/WARRANTY Arctic Cat warrants to the original retail purchaser, and each subsequent purchaser, that all U.S. EPA- certified Arctic Cat snowmobiles are designed, built, and equipped to conform to all U.S. EPA Emission Control Regulations. Please read the following information completely. -
Page 69: Change Of Address, Ownership, Or Warranty Transfer
Please make sure a copy of this form is completed and returned to Arctic Cat Inc. if you move or if the vehicle is sold to another party. This form may also be used to transfer the unused portion of the original warranty to a second party. - Page 70 Fold Back Once Place Stamp Here CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC. PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT. P.O. BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN 56701...
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Page 71: Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility
You, the consumer, will then be asked to sign a warranty form to ensure Arctic Cat that the warranty work was actually performed. - Page 72 Printed in U.S.A. Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc. Thief River Falls, MN 56701 p/n 2260-795 ®TM Phone: (218) 681-9851 - U.S. (204) 982-1656 - Canada...
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