Joining Crankcase Halves - Arctic Cat 1000 XT 2014 Service Manual

AT THIS POINT
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Proper transmission shifting should be verified by turn-
ing the gear shift shaft to select High, Low, Neutral, and
Reverse while rotating the input shaft and observing the
countershaft rotation.
The right-side crankcase is now ready for installation to
the left-side crankcase.

Joining Crankcase Halves

1. Using rubber bands, support the connecting rods to
align with the cylinder bores.
2. Coat both sides with engine oil; then install the spacer
washer on the crankshaft with the radius directed
toward the crankshaft.
3. Install the two alignment pins; then apply a thin bead
of silicone sealant to the crankcase mating surface.
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NOTE: When applying silicone, make sure to keep clear
of all oil galleys and ports. Do not over-apply silicone.
GZ339
4. Carefully join the crankcase halves by placing the
left-side crankcase onto the assembled right side.
Secure with the cap screws (eight left side and one
right side).
5. Tighten the 6 mm cap screws to 8 ft-lb and the 8 mm
cap screws to 20 ft-lb using the pattern shown and
turning the shafts frequently to ensure there is no
binding.
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NOTE: Rotate the shafts back and forth to ensure
no binding or sticking occurs.
GZ340
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NOTE: Cap screw number eight (8) is installed from
the right side.
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NOTE: If the secondary drive/driven assemblies
GZ341 have been disassembled, refer to Servicing Center
Crankcase Components sub-section for proper gear
tooth contact and backlash.
GZ345C
GZ342
GZ457A