Arctic Cat 2008 400 4x4 Owner's Manual page 72

components to "load" (aiding the engine/transmission compo-
nent mating process) and then "unload" (allowing components to
cool). Although it is essential to place some stress on the engine
components during break-in, care should be taken not to overload the
engine too often.
When the engine starts, allow it to warm up properly. Idle the engine
several minutes until the engine has reached normal operating tem-
perature. Do not idle the engine for excessively long periods of time.
! CAUTION
BRAKE PADS MUST BE BURNISHED TO ACHIEVE FULL BRA-
KING EFFECTIVENESS.
TO PROPERLY BURNISH THE BRAKES, USE FOLLOWING
PROCEDURE:
• Choose an area suffi ciently large to safely accelerate ATV to
50 km/h (30 mph) and to brake to a stop.
• Accelerate to 50 km/h (30 mph); then compress brake lever to
decelerate to 0-10 km/h (0-5 mph).
• Repeat procedure 5 times until brakes are burnished.
! WARNING
Do not attempt sudden stops or put yourself into a situation where
a sudden stop will be required until the brake pads are properly
burnished.
After the completion of the break-in period, the engine oil should be
changed and the screen/fi lter should be cleaned. Other maintenance
after break-in should include checking of all prescribed adjustments
and tightening of all fasteners. At the discretion and expense of the
owner/operator, the ATV may be taken to an authorized Arctic Cat
ATV dealer for this initial service.
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