Arctic Cat 400 4x4 Operator's Manual

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Page 1 Arctic Cat Models 400 4x4 400 4x4 3in1 500 4x4 500 4x4 3in1 650 H1 650 H1 3in1 700 Diesel Operator`s manual...
Page 3 ARCTIC CAT. When in need of replacement parts, oil or accessories for your ARCTIC CAT ATV, be sure to use only GENUINE ARCTIC CAT PARTS, OIL AND ACCESSORIES. Only genuine ARCTIC CAT parts, oil and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and requirements of your ARCTIC CAT ATV.
Page 4 OWNER/VEHICLE SURNAME Vehicle owner NAME ZIP/CITY Street/Nr. Owner`s signature Vehicle model Chassis number Dealer Engine number Key number Purchase date Dealer`s signature and stamp Dealer Page 2...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Issue Page TECHNICAL DATA ARCTIC CAT ATV..........4 LOCATION OF PARTS AND CONTROLS ........13 OPERATOR´S MANUAL ..............15 GENERAL INFORMATION ............. 22 CONTROL LOCATIONS AND FUNCTIONS ........24 GASOLINE / OIL / LUBRICANT ............. 32 BREAK-IN PROCEDURE............... 34 GENERAL MAINTENANCE............
Page 6: Technical Data Arctic Cat Atv
Technical Data ARCTIC CAT ATV Engine and Drive 400 4x4 400 4x4 3in1 Type Four-cycle/Oil cooled Four-cycle/Oil cooled Bore x Stroke 82x72,1 mm 82x72,1 mm Displacement 376 ccm 376 ccm Ignition type Ignition timing 10° BTDC < 1500 turns/min 10° BTDC < 1500 turns/min...
Page 7 400 4x4 400 4x4 3in1 Rear Tire Size 205-60-15 or 25x11-12 205-60-15 or 25x11-12 Tire Inﬂ ation Pressure 0,8-1,0 bar (according to load and 0,8-1,0 bar (according to load and On Road route) route) Tire Inﬂ ation Pressure 0,8-1,0 bar (according to load and...
Page 8 Headlight 12V/35W (2) Starting System Electric with Manual Recoil* Technical Data ARCTIC CAT ATV 500 4x4/500 4x4 3in1 Engine and Drive 500 4x4 500 4x4 3in1 Type Four-cycle/Liquid cooled Four-cycle/Liquid cooled Bore x Stroke 87,5x82 mm 87,5x82 mm Displacement 493 ccm...
Page 9 Chassis 500 4x4 500 4x4 3in1 Length (overall) 210,8 cm 244,5 cm Height (overall) 125 cm 125 cm Width (overall) 120,7 cm 120,7 cm Suspension travel (front and rear) 21 cm 21 cm Wheelbase 127 cm 147 cm Front Tire Size 185-65-15 or 25x8-12 185-65-15 or 25x8-12 Rear Tire Size...
Page 10 Rear drive volume 250 ml 250 ml Coolant volume 2,9 l 2,9 l Taillight / Brake light 12V/5W/21W 12V/5W/21W Engine oil capacity 2,5 l 2,5 l Gasoline 87 Octane Regular Unleaded (EU: Regular Gasoline 91 oct.) Engine oil (recommended) SAE 10W-40 SAE 10W-40 Head light 12V/35W (2)
Page 11 Technical Data ARCTIC CAT ATV 650 H1/650 H1 3in1 Engine and Drive 650 H1 650 H1 3in1 Type Four-cycle/Liquid cooled Four-cycle/Liquid cooled Bore x Stroke 97,9x85 mm 97,9x85 mm Displacement 641 ccm 641 ccm Ignition type Ignition timing 10° BTDC < 1500 turns/min 10°...
Page 12 650 H1 650 H1 3in1 Front Tire Size 185-65-15 or 25x8-12 185-65-15 or 25x8-12 Rear Tire Size 205-60-15 or 25x11-12 205-60-15 or 25x11-12 Tire Inﬂ ation Pressure On Road 0,8-1,0 bar (according to load and route) Tire Inﬂ ation Pressure Off Road 0,8-1,0 bar (according to load and route) Miscellany 650 H1...
Page 13 Technical Data ARCTIC CAT ATV 700 Diesel Engine and Drive 700 Diesel Type Four-cycle Diesel/Liquid cooling Bore x Stroke 75x77,6 mm Displacement 686 ccm Brake type Hydraulic service brake; mechanic parking brake Chassis Length (overall) 237 cm Height (overall) 124,5 cm...
Page 14 Miscellany 700 Diesel Dry weight 374 kg Gas tank capacity 20,8l Reserve capacity Differential capacity (front) 275 ml Differential Lubricant SAE 80W-90 Taillight/Brake light 12V/5W/21W / 12V/8W/27W Engine oil capacity Rear drive capacity 250 ml Gasoline (recommended) 42-50 Cetan Engine oil (recommended) SAE 10W-40 Transmission oil SAE80W-90/600ml...
Page 15: Location Of Parts And Controls
Location of Parts and Controls Models 400 4x4/400 4x4 3in1/500 4x4/500 4x4 3in1/650 H1/ 650 H1 3in1 Symbolic pictures 01.Battery (under the seat) 02.Headlight 04.Seat lock 12.Taillight/Brake light/Registration number 05.Tool storage (under the seat 13.Operator´s Manual Location 09.Gearshift lever 21.Storage box 11.Recoil starter...
Page 16 Location of Parts and Controls Models 400 4x4/400 4x4 3in1/500 4x4/500 4x4 3in1/650 H1/ 650 H1 3in1/700 Diesel 6.Hand brake lever and parking brake 8.Ignition switch 010.Hazard warning lights 014.E-Starter 015.Drive selector (Model 4x4) 016.Low beam / full beam 017.Horn 018.Blinker left side and right side...
Page 17: Operator`s Manual
Operator`s Manual Precautionary measures Check before starting !! IMPORTANT !! For perfect brake efﬁ ciency you The more you familiarize with the have to burnish the brake pads. !! WARNING !! operation of your vehicle, the better Always inspect this ATV each you can handle it.
Page 18 ATV - Checkliste Steering system Fuel Gear linkage Turn the handlebars completely to Check the fuel level in the tank and Make sure that you can shift into the right/left – there must be no the fuel pipes. Make sure that the all gears without problems.
Page 19 Start up the engine wheels with appropriate objects !! WARNING !! time needed for warming up incre- (stone, wedge). It is very important not to touch or ases. If you don’t warm up the en- compress the throttle lever during gine sufficiently, there could occur 1.
Page 20 (Automatic transmission) give a short, quick pull. 2. Repeat until the engine starts. The ARCTIC CAT ATV with an automatic transmission has a dual- range transmission with reverse: !! WARNING !! When using the recoil starter, ple- ase keep exactly to the procedure 1.
Page 21 Braking To do so, please follow the instruc- !! WARNING !! !! CAUTION !! The high range is for normal riding Always come to a complete stop tions below: with light loads. The low range is before attempting to shift from one for carrying heavy loads or trailer range to the other or into reverse.
Page 22 4. The left hand brake lever Parking q NOTE disposes of a detent used to block Further information on how to the whole hydraulic system. When Please observe the following points: maintain the hydraulic brake system using the detent, the wheels are can be found in the Service booklet.
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Page 24: General Information
Always provide the ATV name, Ve- cated at the left-side of the recoil hicle Identiﬁ cation Number and En- The Arctic Cat ATV hat two identiﬁ - starter (500/650 H1). gine Serial Number when contacting cation numbers: Vehicle identiﬁ cati-...
Page 25 Ignition switch key Two keys come with the ATV. Keep the spare key in a safe place. An identifying number is stamped on each key. Use this number when ordering a replacement key. The same applies for the keys of the anti-theft device.
Page 26: Control Locations And Functions
Control locations and functions Ignition switch Speedometer/Indicator Lights !! CAUTION !! The ignition switch has three posi- Leaving the ignition switch in the tions: LIGHTS position for a long peri- 1. Speedometer: od of time when the engine is not The speedometer shows approxi- OFF-Position: All electrical circuits running may cause the battery to...
Page 27 4. High Beam Indicator: A blue q NOTE 7. Reverse Indicator: An orange light will illuminate when the lights High engine RPM, low vehicle light will illuminate when the re- are on high beam. The light will not speed or heavy load can raise engi- verse gear is engaged.
Page 28 Drive Selector The electrical drive selector allows the operator to operate the ATV in either 2-wheel-drive (rear wheels) or 4-wheel drive (all wheels). For normal riding on ﬂ at, dry, hard surfaces, 2-wheel drive should be Parking brake sufﬁ cient. In situations of aggres- sive trail conditions, 4-wheel drive would be the desired choice.
Page 29 if left engaged for a long period of Electric starter button started also when engaging the time. Pushing in on this button activates brake. Park the vehicle on a flat surface. the starter motor. Before starting If you can’t do so, block the wheels the engine, make sure the igniti- Choke and engage a low gear.
Page 30 Throttle Limiter Screw q NOTE Hand brake lever (left side) Throttle lever travel may be limited The ATV is equipped with a CDI unit Compressing the brake lever will by adjusting the throttle limiter that retards ignition timing when also apply the brake to the front screw.
Page 31 Filler Cap/Refuelling Indicator oil level. Rack Loading Capacity Turn the ﬁ lling cap counter clock- wise. To close it turn the ﬁ ller cap 1. Unscrew the oil level stick and Vehicle front rear clockwise. The refuelling indicator wipe it with a clean cloth. type informs you about the gas level.
Page 32 Never exceed any of the ATV equipment of the ATV. Please only weight restrictions. q NOTE use genuine ARCTIC CAT trailer When mounting the mirrors, please hitch brackets. Make sure that the Approximately 60 % of the cargo do not thread them in completely,...
Page 33 Suitable hold-down straps the ATV is properly secured. never exceed second gear. Avoid available from your Arctic Cat ATV sudden accelerations and stopping dealer. of the ATV. Do not make quick ma- noeuvres. Avoid uneven surfaces and do not tow an hills. Never carry...
Page 34: Gasoline /Oil /Lubricant
These oils meet all Any lubricant used in place of the of the lubrication requirements of recommended lubricant could cau- 20W-50 the Arctic Cat ATV engine. The re- se serious differential damage. ENGINE commended engine oil viscosity is 10W-40 SAE 10W-40.
Page 35 Filling Gas Tank Allow the engine to cool before ﬁ lling the gas tank. Care must be taken not to overﬁ ll the tank. If !! WARNING !! Always ﬁ ll the gas tank in a well- overﬁ lled, gas may leak onto the ventilated area.
Page 36: Break-In Procedure
Varying the engine RPM during the During the break-in period you fasteners. Your Arctic Cat ATV dea- break-in period aids the engine/ must also burnish brake pads ler will be pleased to do this initial...
Page 37 If any one of these conditions the sleeve to the desired position. If operated in dusty, wet or muddy is detected, replacement is neces- conditions, inspect and service the sary. Contact your Arctic Cat ATV filter more frequently than under dealer. normal conditions. Position...
Page 38 q NOTE Please adjust the shock absorbers with the vehicle unladen. Page 36...
Page 39: General Maintenance
ATV. Take the ATV to an authorized Filter oned correctly.; then install the new ARCTIC CAT ATV dealer for in- (400/500/650/700 Diesel) oil ﬁ lter. Tighten securely. spection and adjustment or repair.
Page 40 ﬁ lings or water. If found, take Install ﬁ lter plug. Inspect and change the gear lub- the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat 9. Start the engine and allow it to ricant at the scheduled intervals. ATV dealer for servicing.
Page 41 Brake pads Hydraulic Brake !! WARNING !! The clearance between the brake The hydraulic brake must be pro- Be sure to inspect the hydraulic pads and brake discs is adjusted perly maintained to be fully func- brake system before each use. Al- automatically as the brake pads tional.
Page 42 MIN level line, add only distilled must be replaced. Take the ATV to water until it reaches MAX level an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer line. for this service. !! WARNING !! Protective Rubber Boots...
Page 43 6. Place the battery into position in !! WARNING !! !! CAUTION !! Anytime service is performed on Do not charge the battery while it the ATV and secure with the hold- a battery, the following must be is in the ATV with the battery termi- down bracket.
Page 44 ATV to an autho- A white or dark insulator indicates rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer. (Diesel that the engine may need to be ser- vehicles must always be taken to viced or the carburetor may need the dealer!) to be adjusted.
Page 45 • Remove the two plastic rivets. justing the idle RPM. Periodically, the ﬂ oat bowl should • Remove the storage box cover be drained. Your Arctic Cat ATV and slide the loose panelling Throttle cable adjustment dealer will do this service.
Page 46 • Pull the storage box out Diesel ﬁ lter (only 700 Diesel) !! CAUTION !! • Open the 4 clamps and remove Never put oil into the ﬁ lter or the The vehicle is equipped with a the air ﬁ lter cover. foam element.
Page 47 3. Shift the range lever to the neu- and type of tires as speciﬁ ed. Tire Tread condition tral position; then start the engine. The use of worn-out tires on and 4. Accelerate several times ATV is very dangerous. A tire is !! WARNING !! „blow out“...
Page 48 Arctic Cat ATV Headlight dealer. q NOTE !! CAUTION !! The bulb portion of the headlight is When breaking the tire bead loose fragile. When replacing the head- from the wheel, be extremely care- light bulb, do not touch the glass ful not to damage the inner wheel portion of the bulb.
Page 49 Tail light q NOTE aim. Proper aim is when the most To replace the taillight/brake light There should be an average opera- intense beam is centred on the ver- bulb, use the following procedure: ting load on the ATV when adjusting tical mark 5 cm below the horizontal the headlight aim.
Page 50 Always replace a blown fuse with a fuse of the same type and rating. If the new fuse blows after a short pe- riod of use, consult an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer immediately. Electrical Output Terminals (400/500/650/700 Diesel) One output terminal for electrical accessories is located on the front wiring harness (less than 180 W).
Page 51: Preparation For Storage
Preparation for storage Then using Arctic Cat Engine Pre- dry area. !! CAUTION !! Prior to storing the ATV, it must be server, rapidly inject the preserver 10. If possible, store the ATV in- properly serviced to prevent rusting into the air ﬁ lter opening for a peri- doors.
Page 52: Preparation After Storage
Arctic Cat recom- 9. Make sure the steering moves mends the following procedure to freely and does not bind. prepare the ATV: 10.
Page 53: For Your Safety
For your safety Let your dealer demonstrate you 1) Starting & Stopping 2) Turning Left & Right the operating and riding manoeuv- res; then practice each manoeuvre. • Once around clockwise and back • Figure 8 using two of the cones Learn the correct techniques.
Page 54 3) Sharp turns 4) Slalom turns 5) Quick turns • Turns of less than 90 degrees • Turning in and out of the cones • Move two cones (1) • Two laps clockwise, three • Three laps • Suddenly go left, right or laps counter-clockwise straight (2) Page 52...
Page 55 6) Crossing obstacles 7) Traversing hills 8) K-turns & U-turns • Use posts or lumber at least • Up (2) and down (1) hill (slope • Up and down hill 10cm in diameter (2) less than 25 degrees) • U-turn on hill •...
Page 56: Active Riding
Active Riding Riding Active riding involves moving your Once the engine’s warm, the ATV body. You must learn to lean and is ready to go. Please observe the shift your weight into your turns to following points: maintain control. Keep your feet on the footrests and both hands on the handlebar.
Page 57 Leaning, weight shift and balan- When you turn, the trick is to move forward and slide over to the side of the seat that’s on the inside of the turn. Support your body weight on the inside of the footrest. At the same time, lean your body to the in- side of the turn.
Page 58 Wide Turns About 20 % of ATV accidents hap- 2. Shift your body weight to the 3. Gradually increase your speed pen during turns. For this reason inside of the turn. as you come out of the turn. be extremely careful in such a situation.
Page 59 Sharp Turns After mastering wide turns, practice 3. You might have to lean into the 5. Gradually increase your speed the advanced skill of sharp turns. turn more than you do in a wide as you come out of the turn. To make sharp turns, please obser- turn.
Page 60 Quick Turns Quick turns are the most difﬁ cult 3. Follow this with slight accelera- turns and should only be done af- tion. ter you are experienced with your ATV. 4. To make your turn quicker, try raising yourself off the seat a little 1.
Page 61 K-Turns Use K-turns if you accidentally stall 5. If you’re to the left of the ATV, while riding uphill. turn the handlebar all the way left. 1. Stop where you are, apply the 6. Partially release the brake, but brakes and shift to neutral. lightly hold the brake lever.
Page 62 Riding uphill Roughly 20 % of accidents happen 3. If you lose speed, quickly shift to 5. If you have lost all forward moti- while riding on hills as a result of in- a lower gear. At the same time, re- on, follow the K-turn procedure.
Page 63 Riding downhill 1. Shift your body weight as far 2. Keep it in a low gear. 3. Lightly apply the brake and ease back on the seat as possible. up on the throttle. Page 61...
Page 64 Sidehilling/Traversing Sidehilling is considered an advan- 2. Shift all your body weight to the 3. If the ATV feels like it’s tipping, ced skill; it’s really tricky and unpre- uphill side of the seat; also, support turn the handlebar downhill. If that’s dictable.
Page 65 Crossing obstacles Crossing obstacles is risky. Avoid • Apply a little throttle when the • If the ATV starts tipping, shift your weight to keep it in balance. it if possible. Riding over logs and front tires make contact with the rocks means combining all the acti- obstacle.
Page 66 Skidding or Sliding Please observe the following: Driving in cold weather If you lose control after hitting sand, ice, oil or water: 1. Examine the depth of the water q NOTE and check for hidden obstacles like Check that all control levers move 1.
Page 67 !! CAUTION !! !! WARNING !! Before riding, manually move the Go slowly and be extra careful, ATV forward and backward to make when riding on snow-covered or certain that all wheels roll freely. ice-covered terrain. Always be alert to changing terrain conditions when 1.
Page 68: Troubleshooting
FAQ´s Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Your vehicle cannot be started. ¸ Is the battery attached or does it have to be recharged (for ex after a longer standstill)? ¸ Bring the gear lever into position „N“, or activate the hand brake lever when you have shifted into a gear. •...
Page 69 (lights, fuses,...) • What is important when purchasing accessories? ¸ Is it genuine Arctic Cat ™ accessory? ¸ Was it built in by an authorized Arctic Cat ™ dealer? ¸ Please also respect the legal regulations in your country.
Page 70: Warranty
Warranty Arctic Cat extends legal warranty will be paid by Arctic Cat. The war- The following will VOID warranty: on each new Arctic Cat ATV and ranty is validated upon examination each part and accessory manuf- of said parts by Arctic Cat or an •...
Page 71 • Removal or mutilation of the Chassis or Engine Number. • Use of parts not sold by Arctic Cat. • Damage due to improper trans- portation. • Failure to perform the prescribed service (1. Service after 500 km, 2. Service after 1500 km, 3. Service after 5000 km, afterwards every 5000 km or after 1 year respec- tively, it depends on what comes...
Page 72 It’s the owner’s responsibility to to Arctic Cat AG, Industriestraße maintain and service the ATV in Arctic Cat keeps on ﬁ le the current 43, 5600 ST. Johann/Pg., Austria. accordance with Arctic Cat’s re- address of the owner of this ATV.
Page 73 Arctic Cat will then process the application and issue a new vehicle certiﬁ cate for the remaining period of the warranty claim. Page 71...
Page 74 Address change Warranty transfer Ownership change Change of address/ownership/ warranty transfer to: Name: Address: Construction year & Model: Chassis Nr.: Page 72...
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Page 80 Note: All vehicle features in this booklet refer to the basic variation. Further equipment and options are to be found in the price list. q NOTE Some of the information in this booklet may not be up-to-date due to changes performed since printing. The models shown in the pictures contain, in part, special equipment.

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