Servicing Engine In Frame; Engine Removal - Arctic Cat Cougar Service Manual

ENGINE
been changed or replaced, label each electrical
connection before separating it.
5. Use a vise with protective jaws to hold parts.
If protective jaws are not available, insert
wooden blocks on either side of the part( s) before
clamping it in the vise.
6. Remove and install pressed-on parts with an
appropriate mandrel, support and hydraulic
press. Do not try to pry, hammer or otherwise
force them on or off.
7. Refer to Table 10 at the end of the chapter for
torque specifications. Proper torque is essential
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Left Right
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to ensure long life and satisfactory service from
snowmobile components.
8. Discard all 0-rings and oil seals during dis-
assembly. Apply a small amount of heat -resistant
grease to the inner lips of each oil seal to prevent
damage when the engine is first started.
9. Keep a record of all shims as they are re-
moved. As soon as the shims are removed, in-
spect them for damage and write down their
thickness and location.
10. Work in an area where there is sufficient
lighting and room for component storage.
SERVICING ENGINE IN FRAME
Some of the components can be serviced
while the engine is mounted in the frame:
a. Cylinder head.
b. Cylinder.
c. Piston.
d. Carburetors.
e. Magneto.
f. Oil pump.
g. Recoil starter.
h. Clutch assembly.
ENGINE REMOVAL
Engine removal and crankcase separation is
required for repair of the bottom end (crankshaft,
connecting rod and bearings).
1. Remove the hood as follows:
a. Open the hood.
b. Disconnect any interfering wiring. It may
be necessary to detach the wiring from the
hood or speedometer cable.
c. Disconnect the speedometer cable.
d. Disconnect the hood restraining cable and
have an assistant support the hood.
e. Remove the screws that attach the hood
hinge, then lift off the hood.
f. Set the hood out of the way to prevent
damage to it.
2. Remove the exhaust assembly as follows: