General Maintenance; Maintenance Schedule - Arctic Cat 2012 XC 4501 Operator's Manual

General Maintenance

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NOTE: Proper maintenance of the ATV is important for
optimum performance. Follow the Maintenance Schedule
and all ensuing maintenance instructions/information.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations, or improper functioning of
any component of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE
ATV. Take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspec-
tion and adjustment or repair.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified to perform any of these
maintenance procedures or checks, take the ATV to an authorized
Arctic Cat ATV dealer for professional service.
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NOTE: The following instructions and information refer to
specific items in the maintenance and care of the ATV.

Maintenance Schedule

Page Initial Service
Item
(1st Week)
Battery 51
* Engine nuts and bolts -
* Valve clearance -
Spark plug 54
54 Replace every 4000 miles or 18 months
Liquid Cooling System 47
Throttle cable 54
Gas hoses 42
42
Engine/transmission 48
oil and filter
Air filter 54
Air filter housing drain 55
Gear lubricant (Front 48
differential - rear drive)
48
46
Monthly Quarterly Annualy
I I
I I
I I
I I I
I I
I Inspect every time before riding
I Inspect every time before riding
Replace every 2 years
R R**
I I
I Inspect every time before riding
I I
Replace every 4 years
Initial Service
Item Page
(1st Week)
V-Belt 55
Muffler/spark arrester 56
Tires/air pressure 55/26
* Brake components 49/50
Brake fluid 49
Brake hoses 50
* Steering -
* Suspension (Ball
joint boots, drive axle -
boots front and rear,
tie rods, differential
and rear drive bellows)
* Chassis nuts and -
bolts
Frame/welds/racks -
Electrical connections -
Headlight/taillight- 56
brakelight
I = Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary
T = Tighten R = Replace C = Clean
** When using Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change and
strainer inspection interval can be increased to every 1000 miles or every
year.
Monthly Quarterly Annualy
I I
C
I Inspect every time before
riding
I Inspect every time before
riding
I *Replace every 2 years
I *Replace every 4 years
I Inspect every time before
riding
I Inspect every time before
riding
I T
I I
I I
I Inspect every time before
riding
* Dealer maintenance