Engine/Transmission Oil - Filter - Arctic Cat HDX CREW 2017 Service Manual

1. Remove the cap screws securing the spark arrester
screen assembly to the muffler; then loosen and
remove the spark arrester. Account for a gasket and
wave washer.
HDX284
2. Using a suitable brush, clean the carbon deposits
from the screen taking care not to damage the screen.
 NOTE: If the screen or gasket is damaged in any
way, it must be replaced.
3. Install the spark arrester assembly with wave washer
and gasket and secure with the cap screws. Tighten
the cap screws to 50 in.-lb.
Engine/Transmission Oil -
Filter
OIL - FILTER
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the scheduled inter-
vals. The engine should always be warm when the oil is
changed so the oil will drain easily and completely.
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the engine
and drain the oil into a drain pan; then remove the
center console, seat, seat back, and seat base.
Account for and discard the drain plug gasket.
PR078A
3. Using the Oil Filter Wrench and a ratchet handle (or a
socket or box-end wrench), remove the oil filter and
discard the O-ring.
NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing the

filter.
10
4. Apply fresh oil to a new filter O-ring and check to
make sure it is positioned correctly; then install the
new oil filter. Tighten securely.
5. Install the engine drain plug with a new gasket and
tighten to 16 ft-lb. Pour the specified amount of the
recommended oil in the filler hole.
HDX251B
HDX042A
CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could cause
serious engine damage. Do not use oils which contain
graphite or molybdenum additives. These oils can
adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not recommended
are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and castor-based oils.
6. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
7. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one minute;
then unscrew the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean
cloth.
8. Install the oil level stick and thread into the engine case.
9. Remove the oil level stick; the oil level must be within
the operating range but not exceeding the upper mark.