Removing Engine/Transmission - Arctic Cat 2014 450 Service Manual

Removing Engine/
Transmission
Many service procedures can be performed without
removing the engine/transmission from the frame.
Closely observe the note introducing each sub-section for
this important information.
AT THIS POINT

If the technician's objective is to service Top-Side Com-
ponents, Left-Side Components, or Right-Side Compo-
nents, the engine/transmission does not have to be
removed from the frame.
AT THIS POINT

If the technician's objective is to service/replace
left-side cover oil seals or the oil strainer (from beneath
the engine/transmission), the engine/transmission does
not have to be removed from the frame.
Secure the ATV on a support stand to elevate the wheels.
! WARNING
Make sure the ATV is solidly supported on the support
stand to avoid injury.
1. Remove the seat and tool kit; then disconnect the
negative battery cable.
2. Remove the left footwell, footrest, and footwell sup-
port assembly; then drain the coolant into a suitable
container.
3. From the left side, remove the gear position switch
connector (A) and the speed sensor connector (B).
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4. Drain the engine oil into a suitable container.
5. Remove the gas tank (see Fuel/Lubrication/Cooling
section); then remove the air inlet tube from the
throttle body.
6. Remove the air inlet and outlet ducts from the CVT
housing.
7. Remove the muffler and exhaust pipe. Account for a
grafoil seal on each end of the exhaust pipe.
8. Loosen the clamp securing the air filter housing to
the front air inlet duct; then disconnect the coil con-
nector and remove the spark plug cap from the spark
plug.
FI530A
9. Disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the air
filter housing and remove the air filter housing
assembly.
FI525A
FI691A
FI519A