Preparation For Storage - Arctic Cat TRV 2015 Operator's Manual

Preparation For Storage

CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be
properly serviced to prevent rusting
and component deterioration.
Arctic Cat recommends the following
procedure to prepare this ATV for stor-
age. An authorized Arctic Cat ATV
dealer should perform this service; how-
ever, the owner/operator may perform
this service if desired.
1. Clean the seat cushion (cover and
base) with a damp cloth and allow to
dry.
2. Clean the ATV thoroughly by wash-
ing dirt, oil, grass, and other foreign
matter from the entire ATV. Allow
the ATV to dry thoroughly. DO
NOT get water into any part of the
engine or air intake.
3. Either drain the gas tank or add a
fuel stabilizer to the gas in the gas
tank. Remove the air filter housing
cover and air filter. Start the engine
and allow it to idle; then using Arc-
tic Cat Engine Preserver, rapidly
inject the preserver into the air filter
opening for a period of 10 to 20 sec-
onds. Install the air filter and hous-
ing cover.
CAUTION
If the interior of the air filter housing
is dirty, clean the area before starting
the engine.
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4. Plug the hole in the exhaust system
with a clean cloth.
5. Apply light oil to the upper steering
post bushing and plungers of the
shock absorbers.
6. Tighten all nuts, bolts, cap screws,
and screws. Make sure rivets hold-
ing components together are tight.
Replace all loose rivets. Care must
be taken that all calibrated nuts, cap
screws, and bolts are tightened to
specifications.
7. Fill the cooling system to the bottom
of the stand pipe in the radiator neck
with properly mixed coolant.
8. Disconnect the battery cables (nega-
tive cable first); then remove the bat-
tery, clean the battery posts and
cables, and store in a clean, dry area.
 NOTE: For storage, use a battery
maintainer or make sure the bat-
tery is fully charged (see Battery
section in this manual).
9. Store the ATV indoors in a level
position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sun-
light and avoid using a plastic cover
as moisture will collect on the ATV
causing rusting.