Arctic Cat 2008 300 DVX Owner's Manual page 29

Prevention
B. Throttle
The throttle should have a free, smooth
range of motion. If it seems to "stick" at
any point, refer to the General Maintenance section of this Operator's
Manual for instructions. Driving your ATV with a sticking throttle can
turn your leisurely ride into an unwelcome accident. Don't drive your
ATV if the throttle sticks.
LIGHTS AND ELECTRICAL
Turn the hi-beam and lo-beam on
and off to make sure they work.
At the same time, check that the
taillight, brakelight, turn lights, hazard
warning lights, number plate light and
horn work. Also, check the indicator/
warning lights (turn lights, hi beam
and temperature) on your handlebars
when you start the ATV. Don't drive the
ATV unless all systems are working.
Check the ignition switch.
OIL AND FUEL
Start with a full tank of gas before
every ride, and while you're at it, top
off the oil. Don't forget to check for
fl uid leaks around the ATV. Check the
coolant tank to ensure the engine
coolant level is adequate.
CHASSIS AND DRIVE CHAIN
Grass and leaves can gum-up your
suspension and shocks. Clear and
clean the suspension arms, shock
absorbers/springs, and fenders. Check
smoothness by turning the handlebar full-left and full-right. Check that
there is no binding, restrictions, freeplay, or looseness in steering
components. Check and clean the drive chain and sprockets of
foreign material and debris. Check drive chain adjustment.
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CHECK:
1. Free, smooth range of
1. motion
CHECK:
1. Hi-beam
2. Lo-beam
3. Tailight/brakelight
4. Indicator/warning lights
5. Position lights
CHECK:
1. Hazard warning lights
2. Ignition switch
CHECK:
1. Gas
2. Oil
3. Fluid leaks
CHECK:
1. Suspensions arms
2. Shock absorbers/springs
3. Steering
4. Drive chain