Preparation For Storage - Arctic Cat 2012 XC 4501 Operator's Manual

Preparation for Storage

CAUTION
Prior to storing the ATV, it must be properly serviced to pre-
vent rusting and component deterioration.
Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure to prepare the ATV
for storage. An authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer should perform this
service; however, 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 washing dirt, oil, grass, and other
foreign matter from the entire ATV. Allow the ATV to dry thor-
oughly. 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 Arctic Cat Engine Pre-
server, rapidly inject the preserver into the air filter opening for a
period of 10 to 20 seconds. Install the air filter and housing
cover.
CAUTION
If the interior of the air filter housing is dirty, clean the area
before starting the engine.
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
holding 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 (negative cable first); then remove
the battery, clean the battery posts and cables, and store in a
clean, dry area.
9. Store the ATV indoors in a level position.
CAUTION
Avoid storing outside in direct sunlight and avoid using a
plastic cover as moisture will collect on the ATV causing rust-
ing.
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