Shock Absorbers; General Lubrication - Arctic Cat TRV 2015 Operator's Manual

CAUTION
Continued operation of the ATV with
high engine temperature may result in
engine damage or premature wear.
 NOTE: High engine RPM, low vehi-
cle speed, or heavy load can raise
engine temperature.
engine RPM, reducing load, and
selecting an appropriate transmis-
sion gear can lower the temperature.

Shock Absorbers

Each shock absorber should be visibly
checked weekly for excessive fluid leak-
age (some seal leakage may be observed
but it does not indicate the shock is in
need of replacement), cracks or breaks in
the lower case, or a bent shock rod. If any
one of these conditions is detected,
replacement is necessary.
 NOTE: When the ATV is oper-
ated in extremely cold weather
(-23°C/-10°F or colder), a small
amount of leakage may be pres-
ent. Unless
excessive, replacement is not
necessary.
The shock absorber has a spring force
adjustment sleeve with five adjustment
positions to allow the spring to be
adjusted for different riding and loading
conditions. If the spring action is too soft
or too stiff, adjust it according to the chart.
Decreasing
the leakage
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Position
1
2
3
4
5
 NOTE:
adjust suspension, clean dirt and
debris from the sleeve and remove
load from the suspension; then
use the spanner wrench to adjust
the sleeve to the desired position.
 NOTE: It is recommended that all
ATV weight be taken off the sus-
pension prior to adjusting shock
absorber sleeves.

General Lubrication

Cables
None of the cables require lubrication;
however, it is advisable to lubricate the
ends of the cables periodically with a
is
good cable lubricant.
Engine/Transmission Oil
and Filter
Change the engine oil and oil filter at the
scheduled intervals. The engine should
always be warm when the oil is changed
so the oil will drain easily and completely.
1. Park the ATV on level ground.
2. Remove the oil level stick/filler
plug. Be careful not to allow con-
taminates to enter the opening.
Spring
Setting
Force
Soft
Stronger
Stiff
Before attempting
Load
Light
Heavy
to
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