Arctic Cat ZR 5000 2015 Operator's Manual

Arctic Cat ZR 5000 2015 Operator's Manual

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O P E R A T O R ' S M A N U A L
ZR 5000/7000/9000
XF 7000/9000
M 7000/9000
www.arcticcat.com

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  • Page 1 O P E R A T O R ’ S M A N U A L ZR 5000/7000/9000 XF 7000/9000 M 7000/9000 www.arcticcat.com...
  • Page 2 Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. No transportation charges, rental charges, or inconvenience costs will be paid by Arctic Cat. The warranty is validated upon examination of said parts by Arctic Cat or an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer. Arctic Cat reserves the right to inspect such parts at its factory for final determination if warranty should apply.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Limited Warranty .....Inside Front Cover Throttle/Ignition Monitor Switch ....... 24 Foreword ............1 Varying Altitude Operation....... 25 Lubrication..........26-27 Declaration of Conformity........2 Chain Case............26 Snowmobile Safety Rules ........3 Rear Suspension ..........27 General Information ........4-21 Maintenance ..........
  • Page 4 SELF AND OTHERS. Parts and Accessories When in need of replacement parts, oil, or accessories for your Arctic Cat Snowmo- bile, be sure to only use GENUINE ARCTIC CAT PARTS, OIL, AND ACCESSO- RIES. Only genuine Arctic Cat parts, oil, and accessories are engineered to meet the standards and requirements of your Arctic Cat Snowmobile.
  • Page 5: Foreword

    Drive with caution, observe all state and local regulations, and respect the rights of others. ISMA members like Arctic Cat do their part to improve trails, sponsor events, and generally support the sport of snowmobiling. As a mem- ber of the National Snowmobile Foundation, Arctic Cat Inc.
  • Page 6: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity Application of council directives: EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Issued by European Commission. EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Type of Equipment: Snowmobile Brand Name: Arctic Cat Model Numbers: S2015M6DE3OSG S2015X7UHIUSO S2015XFULEOSO S2015ZRNSPUSO S2015M7USPOSG S2015X9NCTOSO S2015XFULEUSG S2015ZRNTROSG S2015M7USPUSG S2015X9NCTUSO S2015XFULEUSO S2015ZRNTRUSG...
  • Page 7: Snowmobile Safety Rules

    Snowmobile Safety Rules...
  • Page 8: General Information

    If Serial Number (ESN) is stamped into the the complete engine must be replaced, crankcase of the engine. ask the dealer to notify Arctic Cat for correct registration information. Control Locations Shown are the typical control locations for Arctic Cat snowmobiles.
  • Page 9: Gasoline-Oil

    Gasoline-Oil CAUTION Recommended Gasoline (5000/7000) Do not use white gas or gasoline con- taining methanol. Only Arctic Cat The recommended gasoline to use in approved gasoline additives should these snowmobiles is 87 octane regular be used. unleaded. In many areas, oxygenates are added to the gasoline.
  • Page 10: Engine Break-In

    Engine Break-In To ensure proper engine break-in, Arctic Cat recommends that the engine oil and The Arctic Cat engine (when new or rebuilt) filter be changed after 500 miles. This requires a short break-in period before the service is at the discretion and expense of engine is subjected to heavy load conditions.
  • Page 11: Speedometer/Tachometer/Indicator Icons

    By pushing the left button (with speed being displayed) for more than two sec- CAUTION onds, the display will change between On the 5000/9000, it is extremely standard mph or metric kph. Release the important that the engine is properly button when desired display appears.
  • Page 12 RUN or START, and it the engine does not start, take the snow- should go out when the engine starts. If the mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- mobile dealer. If not under warranty, this icon stays illuminated or it illuminates...
  • Page 13 Deluxe Gauge (5000/ To set the clock, select clock on the display by pushing and holding the select button 9000) for two seconds; the option of selecting the Certain models are equipped with a deluxe 12-hour or 24-hour clock mode is avail- gauge combination speedometer/tachome- able.
  • Page 14 If the icon illuminates mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- indicating an error, take the snowmobile mobile dealer. If not under warranty, this...
  • Page 15 If the indicator does not go out or if the engine does not start, take the snowmo- (7000) bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo- bile dealer. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 16: Diagnostic Codes

    P0120 Throttle position sensor circuit a code has been activated, take the snow- P0122 Throttle position sensor circuit low mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- P0123 Throttle position sensor circuit high mobile dealer for service. If not under P0130 O2 sensor circuit...
  • Page 17: Handlebar Height/Tilt (M/Xf)

    Code Trouble P0201 Injector circuit/open - cylinder 1 P0202 Injector circuit/open - cylinder 2 P0203 Injector circuit/open - cylinder 3 P0217 Engine coolant over temp condition P0261 Cylinder 1 injector circuit low P0264 Cylinder 2 injector circuit low P0267 Cylinder 3 injector circuit low P0508 Idle air control system circuit low 0747-618 P0509 Idle air control system circuit high...
  • Page 18: Speedometer/Tachometer Angle (5000/9000)

    If leakage or damage is detected, position the handlebar so steering take the snowmobile to an authorized (maximum right/left turning capabili- Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser- ties) or throttle and brake controls vice. If not under warranty, this service is are affected.
  • Page 19: Jump-Starting

    Jump-Starting ground polarity prior to connecting jumper cables. If not, severe electri-  NOTE: Arctic Cat does not recom- cal damage may occur. mend jump-starting a snowmobile 4. Move the vehicle to be used for the with a dead battery but rather to...
  • Page 20: Drive Clutch And Driven Clutch

    (4, 3, 2, 1). Be problem is suspected, take the snowmo- careful not to short cables against bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo- bare metal. bile dealer. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of ...
  • Page 21: Standard Track (Xf/Zr)

    If riding quality bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- deteriorates (or seems to be deterio- mobile dealer for this service. This rating), take the snowmobile to an...
  • Page 22: Reverse Operation

    5000/9000 It is also recommended that whenever studs are installed on a track, carbide wear bars should be installed on the skis. Carbide wear bars complement the track studs to balance steering control under these conditions. The length of the car- bide on the wear bars should be propor- tionate to the number of track studs (i.e.
  • Page 23 CAUTION CAUTION Never shift into reverse while the After reversing in deep powder snow snowmobile is moving forward as it is conditions, make sure the snowflap hard on the driven clutch torque does not become “caught up” in the bracket and the cam rollers. track.
  • Page 24: Access Panel/Hood (Removing/Installing)

    2. The system will not shift until the 2. Move the panel up and off the pin; button is released. then swing the panel all the way out and unhinge the panel from the ! WARNING lower console. 3. Remove the torx-head screws secur- Do not use high speed when backing ing the hood (located on the under- up.
  • Page 25: Removable Seat (Zr/Xf)

     NOTE: On the 9000, first unhook the rubber straps securing the air filter housing to the intake plenum of the hood; then move the hood slightly for- ward and remove the hood. To install the access panel and hood, use the following procedure: 1.
  • Page 26: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Starting and Stopping 3. If the brake fluid is below the high brake fluid mark, add Arctic Cat Engine approved DOT 4 brake fluid until It is imperative that the brake system be the fluid is at the recommended checked for wear and proper operation level.
  • Page 27: Braking

    ! WARNING bile is not being used. Leaving the ignition switch in the ON position will Use only Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 result in discharging the battery and brake fluid. Never substitute or mix possible damage to the battery.
  • Page 28: Emergency Stopping

    1. Rotate the ignition key to the OFF ately take the snowmobile to an autho- position. rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this ser- 2. Remove ice and snow from the vice is at the discretion and expense of throttle system and wait 5-10 min- the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 29: Varying Altitude Operation

    If the owner does mobile must be operated with a dis- not feel qualified, take the snowmo- connected throttle control wiring bile to an authorized Arctic Cat harness, EXTREME CAUTION MUST Snowmobile dealer for this service. BE TAKEN. NEVER EXCEED 10 MPH...
  • Page 30: Lubrication

     NOTE: The correct level is when not feel qualified, take the snowmo- the lubricant is at least halfway up in bile to an authorized Arctic Cat the sight glass. Snowmobile dealer for this service.  This service is at the discretion and...
  • Page 31: Rear Suspension

    The correct lubricant to use in the way up in the sight glass; then install chain case is Arctic Cat Synthetic Chain Lube. Any substitute may the shift actuator w/extension and cause serious damage to the drive connect the actuator wiring harness.
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Checklist Item Interval Page Remarks Brake System Daily Check for binding, leakage, and proper operation; lever firmness, travel, caliper, disc, and pads Cooling System - Liquid Daily 14,32 Check for leakage, damage, obstructions, coolant level Engine Oil (5000/7000) 2500 Mi/ Change oil and filter Seasonal...
  • Page 33: Air Cleaner/Filter (9000)

    In-Line Fuel Filter the intervals specified. If operated in adverse conditions, inspect and service the Arctic Cat recommends that the in-line fuel filter more frequently. Use the following filter be replaced every 5000 miles. The fil- procedure to remove the filter and to ter must be clean to allow the fuel hose to inspect and/or replace it.
  • Page 34: Checking Engine Oil Level

    Fuel Pickup Valves If ever there is a restricted fuel flow and a pickup valve is suspected, take the snow- mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snow- mobile dealer for this service. If not under warranty, this service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 35: Changing Engine Oil/Filter

    4. Using Oil Filter Wrench (p/n 0644- 551), loosen (but do not remove) the CAUTION oil filter and allow the oil to drain Care must be taken not to over-fill the from the filter into the drain pan; reservoir with oil. then remove the filter.
  • Page 36: Coolant Level

    Warning Icon should illuminate.  NOTE: If the warning icon does not illuminate, take the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmo- bile dealer for service. If not under warranty, this service is at the dis- cretion and expense of the snowmo- bile owner.
  • Page 37: Spark Plugs

     NOTE: The access panels and the snowmobile to an authorized hood must be removed for this pro- Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for cedure. this service. This service is at the 1. Remove the filler cap from the cool- discretion and expense of the snow- mobile owner.
  • Page 38: Checking/Adjusting Valve Clearance

    If the owner does tion is caused by a too rich con- not feel qualified, take the snowmo- bile to an authorized Arctic Cat dition, too much oil, or incorrect Snowmobile dealer for this service. spark plugs (heat range too cold).
  • Page 39  NOTE: If battery posts or cable ! WARNING ends have a build-up of white/green Battery posts, terminals, and related powder residue, apply water and accessories contain lead and lead baking soda to neutralize acid; then compounds, chemicals known to the flush off with warm soapy water.
  • Page 40 11. Secure the main black negative Battery Charging Chart cable and the small black negative (Constant-Current Charger) cable to the battery using a cap Battery Charge Time screw, lock washer, and a flat Charge Voltage Required (at 1.5- washer. Tighten securely. State (DC) 2.0 Amps)
  • Page 41: Fuses

    On the 7000, blow, take the snowmobile to an autho- the fuse block is behind the coolant rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for overflow bottle. service. If not under warranty, this ser- vice is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 42 2.54 cm (1 in.). 745-817A 2. If the brake fluid is below the high brake fluid mark, add Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 brake fluid until the fluid is at the recommended level. Install and secure the reservoir cover.
  • Page 43 NOTE: The brake pads may be ! WARNING changed by the snowmobile owner if Use only Arctic Cat approved DOT 4 qualified to do so. If the owner does brake fluid. Any substitute may result not feel qualified, take the snowmo- in a loss of brakes.
  • Page 44: Burnishing Brake Pads

    Burnishing Brake Pads  NOTE: Changing one pad at a time will prevent one piston from pushing After changing brake pads, the new brake out the other piston from the caliper. pads must be burnished to achieve full braking effectiveness. Braking distance 6.
  • Page 45: Drive Belt

     NOTE: Drive belts should be pur- before checking drive belt deflection. chased from an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer, as Arctic Cat drive 2. Using a stiff ruler centered between belts are made to exact specifications the drive clutch and driven clutch, and of quality material.
  • Page 46 If the owner belt, use a suitable cleaning solvent to does not feel qualified, take the snow- thoroughly clean the sheaves. mobile to an authorized Arctic Cat Installing Drive Belt Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the discretion and ...
  • Page 47: Track Tension

    If extremely loose, the idler wheels may climb over the track lugs forcing the track against the tunnel causing the track to “lock.” Arctic Cat recommends that the track tension be checked daily during the first 300 miles of operation and once a week 746-788A ...
  • Page 48: Track Alignment

    Excessive wear to the idler wheels, drive lugs, and track will occur if the track is improperly aligned. Arctic Cat recommends that the track alignment be checked once a week or whenever the track tension is adjusted.
  • Page 49: Suspension

    On standard models, the rear arm shock absorber spring influences the load carry- ing capability of the snowmobile and should be adjusted for the weight and rid- ing preference of the operator.  NOTE: On Sno Pro models with a rear arm float shock, this adjustment achieved increasingly...
  • Page 50 If the owner does Operator not feel qualified, take the snowmo- Rear Shock Pressure (psi) Weight bile to an authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. Shop @ 70°F Trail @ 20°F 145 psi 130 psi This service is at the discretion and expense of the snowmobile owner.
  • Page 51 Spend time to sion and the limiter straps are adjustable. determine setting preferences. However, Arctic Cat recommends that the Rear spring pre-load adjustment is accom- shock spring be maintained at the factory plished by rotating the adjusting cams.
  • Page 52: Lights

    Removing/Installing Rear spring pre-load adjustment is accomplished by loosening the adjuster Headlight Bulb nut locking collar (B) from the adjuster  NOTE: The bulb portion of headlight nut (A) and using the Spring Adjuster is fragile. HANDLE WITH CARE. When Tool from the tool kit, rotating the replacing the headlight bulb, the bulb adjuster nut in whichever direction is...
  • Page 53: Ski Wear Bars

    Move the headlight dimmer 1/2 of the original diameter. Ski wear bars switch to the HIGH beam position. DO are available from an authorized Arctic Cat NOT USE LOW BEAM. Snowmobile dealer. 6. Observe the headlight beam aim.
  • Page 54: Adjusting Ski Stance

    Rail Wear Strips  NOTE: Ski stance can be increased/ Arctic Cat recommends that the wear strips decreased by 2.5 cm (1.0 in.). be checked weekly and replaced as neces- 1. Place the front of the snowmobile on sary.
  • Page 55: Performance Tips

    This section is intended to highlight rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for this service. This service is at the minor conditions that adversely affect discretion and expense of the snow- performance and the adjustments needed mobile owner.
  • Page 56 NOTE: If the offset is out of speci- remove the belt guard. fication, take the snowmobile to an 2. Install the clutch alignment bar authorized Arctic Cat Snowmobile between the drive clutch sheaves. dealer for drive system evaluation and/or servicing. This service is at 3.
  • Page 57: Preparation For Storage

    An authorized screws tightened Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer should per- securely. Make sure all rivets hold- form this service; however, the owner/ ing the components together are operator can perform this service if tight.
  • Page 58: Preparation After Storage

    Make sure all connections trouble-free snowmobiling. Arctic Cat are tight. recommends the following procedure: 6. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap 1.
  • Page 59: Epa Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.s. Only)

    Coverage (U.S. Only) STATEMENT/WARRANTY Arctic Cat warrants to the original retail purchaser, and each subsequent purchaser, that all U.S. EPA- certified Arctic Cat snowmobiles are designed, built, and equipped to conform to all U.S. EPA Emission Control Regulations. Please read the following information completely.
  • Page 60 NOTES...
  • Page 61: Change Of Address, Ownership, Or Warranty Transfer

    Please make sure a copy of this form is completed and returned to Arctic Cat Inc. if you move or if the vehicle is sold to another party. This form may also be used to transfer the unused portion of the original warranty to a second party.
  • Page 62 Fold Back Once Place Stamp Here CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ARCTIC CAT INC. PRODUCT SERVICE AND WARRANTY DEPT. P.O. BOX 810 THIEF RIVER FALLS, MN 56701...
  • Page 63: Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

    You, the consumer, will then be asked to sign a warranty form to ensure Arctic Cat that the warranty work was actually performed.
  • Page 64 Printed in U.S.A. Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc. Thief River Falls, MN 56701 p/n 2260-150 ®TM Phone: (218) 681-9851 - U.S./(204) 982-1656 - Canada...

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