Arctic Cat Pantera 1978 User Manual

Procedure for breaking in the Arctic Cat Spirit engine for optimal performance and longevity.

Recommended fuel and oil mixture for the two-cycle Arctic Cat Spirit engine.

Procedure for properly servicing and preparing the snowmobile for summer storage.

A checklist of essential procedures for setting up the snowmobile before delivery.

Final checks and procedures before delivering the snowmobile to the customer.

Method for checking cylinder bore for wear using a micrometer or gauge.

Procedure to measure piston skirt clearance against the cylinder bore.

Method for checking piston ring end gap by inserting the ring into the cylinder bore.

Procedure for checking crankshaft runout using a dial indicator and V-blocks.

Method for checking crankshaft end play using a dial indicator.

Procedure for installing crankshaft bearings, including heating the race for expansion.

Procedure for checking engine sealing for leaks using a pressure tester.

Procedure for installing the Pantera engine into the chassis.

Instructions for installing the Panther/Cheetah engine into the chassis.

Procedure for installing the Jag engine into the chassis.

Steps for installing the Lynx engine into the chassis.

Detailed procedures for disassembling the Mikuni carburetor.

Instructions for cleaning carburetor components using specialized cleaner.

Procedures for making internal adjustments to the carburetor.

Explanation of pilot jet and air screw functions and adjustment.

Procedure for checking and adjusting the carburetor float level.

Step-by-step instructions for reassembling the Mikuni carburetor.

Comprehensive guide to the drive clutch, including specifications and maintenance.

Step-by-step instructions for removing the drive clutch from the crankshaft.

Detailed procedures for disassembling the drive clutch.

Procedure for testing drive clutch spring pressure for proper engagement.

Instructions for reassembling the drive clutch components.

Steps for installing the drive clutch onto the driven pulley and crankshaft.

Information on the driven pulley, including disassembly and inspection.

Procedures for aligning the drive clutch and driven pulley for correct operation.

Method for checking and adjusting the offset between drive and driven clutches.

Procedure for adjusting parallelism between the drive and driven pulley shafts.

Instructions for disassembling the drive train.

Instructions for assembling the drive train components.

Procedure for aligning sprockets and checking chain tension.

Instructions for removing the skid frame assembly from the snowmobile.

Step-by-step process for disassembling the skid frame.

Instructions for reassembling the skid frame.

Instructions for installing the complete skid frame assembly.

Procedures for adjusting suspension components.

Instructions for adjusting and checking track tension.

Procedure for aligning the track and ensuring proper tension.

Procedure for adjusting rear spring tension for desired suspension performance.

General procedure for testing the engine ignition system.

Steps for testing the integrity of the wiring harness.

Procedure for testing ignition systems using specialized testers.

Procedure to test the output of the CDI unit for Kokusan ignition.

Procedure to test the output of the charge coil for Kokusan ignition.

Procedure to test the output of the trigger coil for Kokusan ignition.

Procedure for checking and adjusting ignition timing.

Procedure to check high voltage output for Nippon Denso CDI ignition.

Procedure for testing the voltage regulator output.

Procedure for testing the ignition switch using an ohmmeter.

Instructions for checking the brake and dimmer switches.

Procedure for testing the throttle safety stop switch.

Procedures for disassembling, removing, and installing the throttle handle.

Procedures for disassembling, removing, and installing the brake handle.

Instructions for removing the steering post from various models.

Procedure for checking and adjusting ski alignment.

Troubleshooting common electrical problems and their remedies.

Troubleshooting guide for engine starting, running, and power issues.

Troubleshooting guide for fuel system problems at different throttle openings.

Troubleshooting guide for drive clutch engagement, rpm, and belt issues.

Troubleshooting guide for driven clutch engagement, rpm, and bearing issues.

Troubleshooting guide for drive belt wear, slippage, and damage.

Troubleshooting guide for chain and sprocket issues like rattling or slipping.

Troubleshooting guide for track alignment, wear, and damage.

Troubleshooting guide for lighting system issues like bulb failure or wiring problems.