General Maintenance - Arctic Cat 500 TBX Operator's Manual

General Maintenance


NOTE: Proper maintenance of the
ATV is important for optimum perfor-
mance. Follow
Schedule and all ensuing maintenance
and care instructions/information.

NOTE: Proper maintenance proce-
dures for each item can be found on
the corresponding page indicated.
Item
Battery
* Engine nuts and bolts
* Valve clearance
Spark plug(s)
Liquid cooling system
Oil cooler (Mud Pro/1000)
Throttle cable
Gas hoses
Engine/transmission oil and filter
Air filter
Air filter housing drain(s)
Gear lubricant (Front differential -
rear drive)
V-Belt
Spark arrester/muffler
Tires/air pressure
* Brake components
Brake fluid
Brake hoses
* Steering
* Suspension (Ball joint boots, drive
axle boots front and rear, tie rods,
differential and rear drive bellows)
* Chassis nuts and bolts
Frame/welds/racks
Electrical connections
Headlight/taillight-brakelight
Wheel nuts
I=Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary T=Tighten R = Replace C = Clean
* Dealer maintenance ** When using Arctic Cat ACX All Weather synthetic oil, oil change
interval can be increased to every 1,000 miles or every year.
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the Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
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If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations,
or improper functioning of any component
of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPER-
ATE THE ATV. Take the ATV to an autho-
rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection
and adjustment or repair.
If the owner/operator does not feel quali-
fied to perform any of these maintenance
procedures or checks, take the ATV to an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for
professional service.
Initial
Service 1 month
(100 miles)
I I
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I
I
Replace every 4000 miles or 18 months
I Inspect every time before riding
I
I Inspect every time before riding
I Inspect every time before riding
R
I
I Inspect every time before riding
R
Replace every 2 years or 2000 miles
I
I Inspect every time before riding
I Inspect every time before riding
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I Inspect every time before riding
I Inspect every time before riding
I T
I
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I Inspect every time before riding
I I
3 months 6 months
I
I
Replace every 2 years
R**
I
*Replace every 2 years
*Replace every 4 years
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