Arctic Cat 300 - Cooling System; Radiator Cleaning and Coolant Level; Shock Absorber Inspection

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General Maintenance
 NOTE: Proper maintenance of the ATV is important for optimum per-
formance. Follow the Maintenance Schedule and all ensuing mainte-
nance and care instructions/information.
 NOTE: Proper maintenance procedures for each item can be found on
the corresponding page indicated.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations, or improper functioning of any compo-
nent of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPERATE THE ATV. Take the ATV to an
authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection and adjustment or repair.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified to perform any of these maintenance
procedures or checks, take the ATV to an authorized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for pro-
fessional service.
I = Inspect and clean, adjust, lubricate, replace as necessary T = Tighten C = Clean R = Replace
* = 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.
Maintenance Schedule
Item Page
After
break-in
(100 miles)
1 month 3 months 6 months
Air filter (Engine) 54 II
Air filter (V-belt housing) 53 II
Battery 50 II
* Brake components 48 I Inspect every time before riding
Brake fluid 49 I Inspect every time before riding
Brake hoses 49 I Inspect every time before riding
* Chassis nuts and bolts — IT
Cooling system 46 I Inspect every time before riding
Electrical connections — II
* Engine nuts and bolts — II
Engine oil 47 RR**
Frame/welds/racks — II
Gas/vent hoses 49 I Inspect every time before riding
Headlight/taillight-brakelight 56 I Inspect every time before riding
Idle RPM 53 II
Rear drive lubricant 48 Replace every 12 months
Spark arrester/muffler 56 C
Spark plug 53 III
53 Replace every 18 months
* Steering — I Inspect every time before riding
* Suspension
(Ball joint boots and tie rod boots)
— I Inspect every time before riding
Throttle cable 53 I Inspect every time before riding
Tires/air pressure 55/26 I Inspect every time before riding
Transmission lubricant 48 Replace every 12 months
* Valve clearance — II