Arctic Cat WILDCAT/X Service Manual page 51

14. Remove the two nuts securing the cylinder to the
crankcase.
15. Lift the cylinder off the crankcase taking care not to
allow the piston to drop against the crankcase.
Account for the gasket and two alignment pins.

GZ141A
To service cylinder, see Servicing Top-Side Compo-
nents sub-section.
When removing the cylinder, be sure to support the pis-
ton to prevent damage to the crankcase and piston.
16. Using an awl, remove one piston-pin circlip.
GZ160A
17. Using the Piston Pin Puller, remove the piston pin.
Account for the opposite-side circlip. Remove the
piston.
 NOTE: It is advisable to remove the opposite-side
circlip prior to using the puller.
 NOTE: Support the connecting rod with rubber
bands or a piece of hose to avoid damaging the rod
or install a suitable connecting rod holder.
GZ142
AT THIS POINT
CAUTION
GZ144
GZ145
GZ146A
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