Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 User Manual (English)

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thomastylerAug 21, 2025
Why does my Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine lack power?
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  Samantha CarterAug 21, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine lacks power, here are some steps you can take: Begin by adjusting the valve clearance and replacing the springs. Then, adjust the timing and replace or service the rings and cylinder. Repair the seats, clean or replace the spark plug, and replace the arms and shafts. Also, adjust the spark plug gap, clean the jets, and adjust the float height. Clean the element, drain any excess oil and change the oil. Finally, tighten or replace the manifold and replace the cam chain.
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Nicole HeathAug 23, 2025
What to do if my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 Offroad Vehicle engine won't start (low compression)?
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  Russell HamiltonAug 23, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine won't start because the compression is too low, try these steps: First, adjust the valve clearance. If that doesn't solve the problem, repair or replace the valve guides. Next, adjust the valve timing and replace the rings. If necessary, replace the cylinder and tighten the spark plug. For more help, see Electrical System.
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blakehannahAug 26, 2025
How to cool down an Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 engine that overheats?
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  Joseph CarneyAug 26, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine is overheating, you can try the following: Start by cleaning the piston and adding oil. Drain and replace the gasoline, and then replace the pump. Clean the circuit and adjust the float height. Tighten or replace the manifold and fill the system, checking for leaks. Check the fan fuse and replace the fan if necessary. Replace the fan switch and thermostat, and clear any obstructions, replacing the hoses if needed.
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Karen DavisAug 28, 2025
Why does my Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine idle poorly?
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  Caleb FisherAug 28, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine idles poorly, here are several things to check: Adjust the valve clearance. Replace or service the valve seats and valves, and replace the valve guides. Replace the arms and shafts, and then replace the magneto and CDI unit. Adjust the spark plug gap or replace the plug, and replace the ignition coil. Adjust the float height, clean the jets, and adjust the pilot screw.
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Ariana MayoAug 30, 2025
What to do if my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 Offroad Vehicle runs poorly at high speed?
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  Jamie HansonAug 30, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine runs poorly at high speed, consider these solutions: Shift into a higher gear or decrease your speed. Replace the springs, adjust the timing, and replace the cams and arms. Adjust the spark plug gap, replace the ignition coil, and adjust the float height. Clean the air filter element and clean or prime the fuel hose.
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Rickey CummingsSep 1, 2025
How to prevent my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 engine from stalling easily?
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  Jacob BellSep 1, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine stalls easily, here's what you can do: Clean the spark plug. If the problem continues, replace the magneto or the CDI unit. Additionally, clean the jets and adjust the valve clearance.
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Nancy WebbSep 3, 2025
Why is the exhaust smoke from my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 Offroad Vehicle dirty or heavy?
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  cheryl18Sep 3, 2025
  If the exhaust smoke from your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle is dirty or heavy, try these steps: First, drain any excess oil or replace the oil. Then, replace or service the rings and cylinder, and replace the guides. Replace or service the cylinder and replace the valves. Replace the seals, clean the air filter element, and adjust the float level.
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mcdowelltammySep 5, 2025
How to fix excessive valve chatter in an Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 engine?
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  smithjessicaSep 5, 2025
  If your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine is noisy with excessive valve chatter, you can: Adjust the valve clearance, replace the spring(s), replace the arm or shaft, or replace the camshaft.
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Melissa AndrewsSep 7, 2025
What to do if my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 engine noise comes from the piston?
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  Tara RodriguezSep 8, 2025
  If the noise seems to come from the piston in your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine, you can: Replace or service the piston and cylinder. Clean the chamber, replace or service the pin and bore, or replace the rings and piston.
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kevin05Sep 9, 2025
Why is my Arctic Cat ATV 300 Utility/DVX 300 2011 engine noisy (timing chain)?
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  Jimmy RiosSep 9, 2025
  If the noise in your Arctic Cat Offroad Vehicle engine seems to come from the timing chain, you can: Replace the chain, replace the sprockets, or repair or replace the adjuster.