Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant; Preparation For Storage - Arctic Cat HDX 700 2017 Service Manual

Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant

FILLING GAS TANK
! WARNING
Always fill the gas tank in a well-ventilated area. Never add
fuel to the gas tank near any open flames or with the engine
running. DO NOT SMOKE while filling the gas tank.
Since gasoline expands as its temperature rises, the gas tank
must be filled to its specified capacity only. Expansion room
must be maintained in the tank particularly if the tank is filled
with cold gasoline and then moved to a warm area.
! WARNING
Do not overflow gasoline when filling the gas tank. A
fire hazard could materialize. Always allow the engine to
cool before filling the gas tank.
Tighten the gas tank cap securely after filling the tank.
! WARNING
Do not over-fill the gas tank.
RECOMMENDED GASOLINE
The recommended gasoline to use is 87 minimum octane
regular unleaded. In many areas, oxygenates are added to
the gasoline. Oxygenated gasolines containing up to 10%
ethanol or 5% methane are acceptable gasolines.
When using ethanol blended gasoline, it is not necessary
to add a gasoline antifreeze since ethanol will prevent the
accumulation of moisture in the fuel system.
CAUTION
Do not use white gas. Only Arctic Cat approved gaso-
line additives should be used.
RECOMMENDED ENGINE/
TRANSMISSION OIL
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 recom-
mended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and cas-
tor-based oils.
The recommended oil to use is Arctic Cat ACX All
Weather synthetic engine oil, which has been specifi-
cally formulated for use in this Arctic Cat engine.
Although Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic engine
oil is the only oil recommended for use in this engine,
use of any API certified SM 0W-40 oil is acceptable.
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RECOMMENDED FRONT
DIFFERENTIAL/REAR DRIVE
LUBRICANT
The recommended lubricant is Arctic Cat Gear Lube or
an equivalent gear lube which is SAE approved 80W-90
hypoid. This lubricant meets all of the lubrication
requirements of the Arctic Cat vehicle front differential
and rear drive.
CAUTION
Any lubricant used in place of the recommended lubri-
cant could cause serious front differential/rear drive
damage.

Preparation For Storage

Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to pre-
pare the vehicle for storage. An authorized Arctic Cat
dealer should perform this service; however, the owner/
operator may perform this service if desired.
CAUTION
Prior to storing this vehicle, it must be properly serviced
to prevent rusting and component deterioration.
1. Clean the seat cushions with a damp cloth and allow
to dry.
2. Clean the vehicle thoroughly by washing dirt, oil,
grass, and other foreign matter from the entire vehi-
cle. Allow the vehicle to dry thoroughly. 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 shaft 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.
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