Arctic Cat 400 - Engine and Drivetrain Care

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General Maintenance
 NOTE: Proper maintenance of the
ATV is important for optimum perfor-
mance. Follow the Maintenance
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.
If, at any time, abnormal noises, vibrations,
or improper functioning of any component
of this ATV is detected, DO NOT OPER-
ATE T HE AT V. Ta k e t h e AT V to a n au t ho -
rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for inspection
and adjustment or repair.
If the owner/operator does not feel qualified
to perform any of these maintenance proce-
dures or checks, take the ATV to an autho-
rized Arctic Cat ATV dealer for
professional service.
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.
Maintenance Schedule
Item Page
Initial 100
miles after
break-in
Every 100
miles or 1
month
Every 300
miles or 3
months
Every 500
miles or 6
months
Battery 57 I I
* Engine nuts and bolts - I I
* Valve clearance - I I
Spark plug 60 I I I
60 Replace every 4000 miles or 18 months
Oil cooler (400) 52 I I I
Liquid Cooling System (450) 52 I Inspect every time before riding
Idle RPM (400) 60 I I
Throttle cable 61 I Inspect every time before riding
Gas/vent hoses 46 I Inspect every time before riding
46 Replace every 2 years
Engine/transmission oil and filter 53 R R**
Air filter 61 I I
Air filter housing drain 62 I Inspect every time before riding
Gear lubricant (Front differential -
rear drive)
54 I I
54 Replace every 4 years
V-Belt 62 I I
Muffler/spark arrester 63 C
Tires/air pressure 62/27 I Inspect every time before riding
* Brake components 55/56 I Inspect every time before riding
Brake fluid 55 I *Replace every 2 years
Brake hoses 55 I *Replace every 4 years
* Steering - I Inspect every time before riding
* Suspension (Ball joint boots, drive
axle boots front and rear, tie rods,
differential and rear drive bellows) - I Inspect every time before riding
* Chassis nuts and bolts - I T
Frame/welds/racks - I I
Electrical connections - I I
Headlight/taillight-brakelight 63 I Inspect every time before riding
Wheel nuts 63 I I