Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 ATV Manuals

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Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Service Manual (211 pages)

Brand: Arctic Cat | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 64.58 MB

General Information/Specifications
3
General Specifications
4
Torque Specifications
5
Torque Conversions (Ft-Lb/N-M)
6
Break-In Procedure
6
Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant
7
Recommended Gasoline
7
Recommended Engine/Transmission Oil
7
Genuine Parts
7
Preparation for Storage
8
Preparation after Storage
8
Periodic Maintenance
9
Periodic Maintenance Chart
10
Lubrication Points
11
Air Filter
11
Special Tools
11
Checking and Cleaning Drains
11
Valve/Tappet Clearance
12
Feeler Gauge Procedure
12
Valve Adjuster Procedure
12
Testing Engine Compression
13
Spark Plug(S)
13
Muffler/Spark Arrester
14
Engine/Transmission Oil - Filter - Strainer
14
Liquid Cooling System
15
Checking/Filling
16
Front Differential/Rear Drive Lubricant
17
Nuts/Bolts/Cap Screws
17
Headlights/Taillight-Brakelight
17
Checking/Adjusting Headlight Aim
18
Shift Lever
19
Hydraulic Brake Systems
19
Checking Adjustment
19
Adjusting Shift Lever
19
Inspecting Hoses
20
Checking/Replacing Pads
20
Checking/Replacing V-Belt
21
Burnishing Brake Pads
21
Engine/Transmission
24
Specifications (450)
26
Specifications (1000)
26
Troubleshooting
27
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start (Compression too Low)
27
Engine will Not Start or Is Hard to Start (no Spark)
27
Engine Stalls Easily
27
Engine Noisy (Noise Seems to Come from Secondary Bevel Gear and Final Driven Shaft)
28
Engine Idles Poorly
28
Engine Runs Poorly at High Speed
28
Removing Engine/Transmission
29
Removing Top-Side Components
31
Top-Side Components
31
Cleaning/Inspecting Cylinder Head Cover
34
Servicing Top-Side Components
34
Valve Assembly
34
Removing Valves
35
Measuring Valve Stem Runout
35
Measuring Valve Stem Outside Diameter
35
Measuring Valve Face/Seat Width
36
Measuring Valve Face Radial Runout
36
Measuring Valve Guide
36
Servicing Valves/Valve Guides/Valve Seats
36
Cleaning/Inspecting Piston Ring Grooves
37
Removing Piston Rings
37
Cleaning/Inspecting Piston
37
Piston Assembly
37
Measuring Piston Pin, Connecting Rod Small End, and Piston-Pin Bore
38
Measuring Piston Skirt/Cylinder Clearance
38
Installing Piston Rings
38
Cylinder/Cylinder Head Assembly
39
Cleaning/Inspecting Cylinder Head
39
Measuring Cylinder Head Distortion
39
Cleaning/Inspecting Cylinder
39
Measuring Camshaft Runout
40
Measuring Camshaft Lobe Height
40
Honing Cylinder
40
Inspecting Cam Chain Guide
40
Inspecting Camshaft Spring/Drive Pin
41
Installing Top-Side Components
42
Left-Side Components
45
Removing Left-Side Components
45
Servicing Left-Side Components
48
Inspecting Starter Clutch/Gear
48
Replacing Starter Clutch Assembly
48
Replacing Starter Gear Bearing
48
Inspecting Stator/Magneto Cover Assembly
49
Replacing Stator Coil/Crankshaft Position Sensor
49
Replacing Magneto Cover Bearings
49
Installing Left-Side Components
50
Right-Side Components
52
Removing Right-Side Components
52
Servicing Right-Side Components
55
Oil Pump/Oil Strainer
55
Inspecting Centrifugal Clutch Shoe
55
Installing Right-Side Components
56
Inspecting Centrifugal Clutch Housing
56
Inspecting Primary One-Way Drive
56
Center Crankcase Components
59
Separating Crankcase Halves
60
Disassembling Crankcase Half
60
Correcting Backlash
62
Servicing Center Crankcase Components
62
Checking Backlash
62
Secondary Gears
62
Crankshaft Assembly
63
Correcting Tooth Contact
63
Measuring Connecting Rod (Small End Inside Diameter)
63
Measuring Connecting Rod (Small End Deflection)
63
Countershaft
64
Measuring Connecting Rod (Big End Side-To-Side)
64
Measuring Crankshaft (Runout)
64
Measuring Crankshaft (Web-To-Web)
64
Countershaft Assembling
66
Assembling Crankcase Half
67
Joining Crankcase Halves
69
Installing Engine/Transmission
70
Table of Contents (1000)
72
Cleaning/Inspecting Valve Cover
80
Measuring Valve Guide/Valve Stem Deflection (Wobble Method)
82
Measuring Rocker Arm Shaft
82
Installing Valves
82
Fuel/Lubrication/Cooling
121
Electronic Fuel Injection
122
Throttle Cable Free-Play
124
Engine RPM (Idle)
125
Gas Tank
125
Oil Filter/Oil Pump
125
Testing Oil Pump Pressure
125
Oil Cooler (1000)
126
Liquid Cooling System
126
- Cooling Fan
  128
- Water Pump (450)
  128
Electric Fuel Pump/Fuel Level Sensor
130
Troubleshooting
131
- Electrical System
  132
- Battery
  133
- Electrical Connections
  133
- Electrical System
  133
- Accessory Receptacle/Connector
  134
- Brakelight Switch (Auxiliary)
  134
- RPM Limiter
  134
- Testing Electrical Components
  134
- Brakelight Switch (Handlebar Control)
  135
- Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor
  136
- Fan Motor
  136
- Power Distribution Module (PDM)
  136
- Fuses
  137
- Ignition Coil
  137
  - Primary Winding
    137
  - Relays
    137
- EFI Sensors/Components
  138
- Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
  139
- Speed Sensor
  139
- Handlebar Control Switches
  141
- Ignition Switch
  141
- Drive Select Switch
  142
- Front Drive/Differential Lock Actuator
  143
- Stator Coil/Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor
  143
- Starter Motor
  144
- Starter Relay
  144
- Electronic Control Unit (ECU)
  145
- Headlights
  145
- Regulator/Rectifier
  145
- Ignition Timing
  146
- Supply Voltage
  146
- Taillight - Brakelight
  146
- Tilt Sensor
  146
- Output Voltage
  147
- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) (450)
  147
- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) (1000 FIS)
  149
- Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) (1000 TRV/1000 Cruiser/1000 Mud Pro)
  151
- Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) (450/1000 TRV/1000 Cruiser/1000 Mud Pro)
  153
- Troubleshooting
  155
- Drive System/Brake System
  158
- Front Drive Actuator/Differential Lock
  158
- Front Differential
  159
  - Assembling Pinion Gear
    166
  - Disassembling Pinion Gear
    166
  - Shimming Procedure/Shim Selection
    167
  - Installing Differential
    171
- Drive Axles
  172
  - Removing Rear Drive Axle
    172
  - Cleaning and Inspecting
    173
  - Removing Front Drive Axle
    173
  - Disassembling/Inspecting/Assembling Axles
    174
  - Installing Front Drive Axle
    174
  - Installing Rear Drive Axle
    174
- Rear Gear Case
  175
  - Ring Gear/Thrust Button
    175
  - Rear Drive Input Shaft/Housing (1000)
    176
- Hub
  178
- Hand Brake Lever/Master Cylinder Assembly
  179
- Hydraulic Brake Caliper
  180
- Troubleshooting Brake System
  184
- Troubleshooting Drive System
  184
- Problem: Power Not Transmitted from Engine to Wheels
  184
- Problem: Power Not Transmitted from Engine to Either Front Wheel
  184
- Suspension
  185
- Shock Absorbers
  186
- Front A-Arms
  187
- Rear A-Arms
  189
- Wheels and Tires
  190
- Tire Size
  190
- Tire Inflation Pressure
  191
- Checking/Inflating
  191
- Problem: Suspension Noisy
  192
- Problem: Suspension too Soft
  192
- Problem: Suspension too Stiff
  192
- Steering/Frame/Controls
  193
- LCD Gauge
  194
- Steering Post/Tie Rods
  194
- Handlebar Grip
  198
- Throttle Control
  199
- Steering Knuckles
  200
- Measuring/Adjusting Toe-Out
  202
- Front Rack
  203
- Front Bumper Assembly
  203
- Front Body Panel/Side Panels
  204
- Footrests
  207
- Belly Panel
  207
- Exhaust System
  208
- Rear Body Panel/Rack
  208
- Removing Muffler
  208
- Inspecting Muffler
  208
- Taillight Assembly
  209
- Seat
  209
- Problem: Handling too Heavy or Stiff
  210
- Problem: Steering Oscillation
  210
- Problem: Steering Pulling to One Side
  210
- Problem: Tire Wear Rapid or Uneven
  210

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (92 pages)

Atv

Brand: Arctic Cat | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 30.66 MB

Foreword

3
Parts and Accessories

3
- Table of Contents
  4
Limited Warranty

5
Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

6
Arctic Cat ATV Emission Control Warranty Statement

7
Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

8
EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.S. Only)

9
Declaration of Conformity

10
- Division I - Safety
  11
2-Up ATV Safety Alert

13
Rider Training Course

14
Hangtags

15
Warning Labels & Information

16
Warnings

18
- Warnings
  27
Prevention

28
Active Riding

32
Sound Judgment

33
- Environment
  33
- Those Around You
  34
- Equipment
  35
- Load Capacity Ratings Chart
  36
- Speedrack
  36
- Personal Choices
  36
- Sound Judgment
  37
Supervision

38
- Taking Responsibility
  38
  - Inexperienced/Untrained Riders
    38
  - Experienced/Trained Riders
    38
- Division II - Operation/Maintenance
  39
TRV Specifications

39
- TRV Specifications
  40
Location of Parts and Controls

41
ATV Operation

42
- Basic Operating Maneuvers
  42
  - Starting the Engine
    42
  - Mounting the Trv
    42
  - Starting a Cold Engine
    43
- How to Handle the TRV (Active Riding Techniques)
  44
  - Dismounting the Trv
    44
  - Wide Turns
    45
  - Leaning, Weight Shift, and Balance
    45
  - Quick Turns
    46
  - Sharp Turns
    46
  - Riding Uphill
    47
  - Riding Downhill
    48
- Tips
  50
  - Crossing Obstacles
    50
  - Skidding or Sliding
    50
  - Crossing Water
    51
  - Crossing Roads
    51
  - ATV Operation
    52
  - Cold Weather Driving
    52
  - Stopping the Atv
    52
  - Stopping the Engine
    52
General Information

53
- TRV Identification Numbers
  53
- Ignition Switch Key
  53
- Control Locations and Functions
  53
  - Drive Select Switch
    54
  - Shift Lever
    54
  - Hand Brake
    55
  - Brake Lever Lock
    55
  - Electric Starter Button
    56
  - Reverse Override Switch
    56
  - Headlight Hi/Lo Switch
    56
- Power Steering (Cruiser)
  57
  - Throttle Lever
    57
  - Throttle Limiter Screw
    57
- Speedometer/Lcd (Digital)
  58
- Speedometer/Lcd (Analog/Digital)
  60
- Gas Hoses
  62
- Oil Level Stick
  63
- Windshield (Cruiser)
  63
- Mirrors (Cruiser)
  63
- Rear Seat Lock
  63
- Front Seat Lock
  64
- Storage Box (Cruiser)
  64
- Safety Flag Bracket
  64
- Rack Loading
  65
- Trailering and Towing
  65
- Transporting TRV
  65
- Gasoline-Oil-Lubricant
  66
- Break-In Procedure
  67
General Maintenance

68
- Maintenance Schedule
  69
- Liquid Cooling System
  70
- Oil Cooler (700/1000)
  71
- Shock Absorbers
  71
- General Lubrication
  71
- Hydraulic Hand Brake
  73
  - Brake Fluid
    73
  - Brake Pads
    73
- Auxiliary Brake
  74
- Protective Rubber Boots
  74
- Battery
  75
- Spark Plug(S)
  78
- Throttle Cable Adjustment
  79
- Air Filter
  79
- Air Filter Housing Drains
  80
- Draining V-Belt Cover
  80
- Tires
  81
  - Tire Replacement
    81
  - Tire Tread Condition
    81
  - Tire Repair (Tubeless)
    81
- Wheels
  82
- Muffler/Spark Arrester
  82
- Light Bulb Replacement
  82
- Checking/Adjusting Headlight Aim
  83
- Fuses
  83
- Electrical Output Terminals
  84
- Tool Storage Tray/Battery Hold-Down
  84
Preparation for Storage

85
Preparation after Storage

86
Maintenance Record

87
Index

88
Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer

89
Identification Numbers Record

91

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (80 pages)

2015

Brand: Arctic Cat | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 3.18 MB

Foreword

3
Parts and Accessories

3
- Protect Your Sport
  3
- Table of Contents
  4
- Division I - Safety
  5
ATV Safety Alert

6
Rider Training Course

7
Hangtags

8
Warning Labels & Information

9
Warnings

10
Prevention

18
- Safe Riding Clothing and Gear
  18
- Condition of the ATV
  19
  - T-Cloc
    19
  - Tires and Wheels
    19
- First Aid and Survival
  20
Active Riding

22
Sound Judgment

23
- Environment
  23
- Those Around You
  24
- Equipment
  25
- Load Capacity Ratings
  26
- Personal Choices
  26
  - Sipde
    27
Supervision

28
- Taking Responsibility
  28
  - Inexperienced Riders
    28
  - Experienced Riders
    28
- Division II - Operation/ Maintenance
  29
ATV Specifications

29
Location of Parts and Controls

30
ATV Operation

31
- Basic Operating Maneuvers
  31
  - Starting the Engine
    31
  - Bone-C
    31
  - Starting a Cold Engine (400)
    31
  - Starting a Cold Engine (450)
    32
- How to Handle the ATV (Active Riding Techniques)
  33
  - Dismounting the Atv
    33
  - Wide Turns
    34
  - Quick Turns
    35
  - Sharp Turns
    35
  - Riding Uphill
    36
  - Riding Downhill
    37
- Tips
  39
  - Skidding or Sliding
    39
  - Crossing Roads
    40
  - Crossing Water
    40
  - Stopping the Engine
    41
General Information

42
- ATV Identification Numbers
  42
- Ignition Switch Key
  42
- Control Locations and Functions
  42
- Shift Lever
  43
- Rear Foot Brake
  44
- Drive Select Switch
  44
- Engine Stop Switch
  44
- Throttle Lever
  44
- Headlight Hi/Lo Switch
  44
- Reverse Override Switch
  44
- Starter Button
  44
- LCD Gauge (400)
  45
- Primer - Cold Start (400)
  48
- Gas/Vent Hoses
  48
- Carburetor Float Bowl Drain (400)
  48
- Electric Fuel Pump (450)
  49
- Oil Level Stick
  49
- Seat Latch
  49
- Safety Flag Bracket
  50
- Rack Loading (Front and Rear)
  50
- Trailering and Towing
  50
- Transporting ATV
  50
- Gasoline-Oil-Lubricant
  51
- Recommended Gasoline
  51
- Engine Break-In
  52
- Burnishing Brake Pads
  52
General Maintenance

53
- Maintenance Schedule
  53
- Oil Cooler (400)
  54
- Liquid Cooling System (450)
  54
- Shock Absorbers
  55
- General Lubrication
  55
- Hydraulic Hand Brake
  57
  - Brake Fluid
    57
  - Brake Lever Lock
    57
  - Brake Hoses
    57
  - Brake Pads
    57
- Rear Foot Brake
  58
- Protective Rubber Boots
  58
- Battery
  59
- Spark Plug
  62
- Engine Idle RPM Adjustment (400)
  62
- Throttle Cable Adjustment
  63
- Air Filter
  63
- Air Filter Housing Drain
  64
- Draining V-Belt Cover
  64
- Tires
  64
- Wheels
  65
- Muffler/Spark Arrester
  65
- Light Bulb Replacement
  65
- Checking/Adjusting Headlight Aim
  66
- Fuses
  67
- Tools
  67
Preparation for Storage

68
Preparation after Storage

69
Limited Warranty

70
Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

71
Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

72
EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage - ATV (U.S. Only)

73
Arctic Cat ATV Emission Control Warranty Statement

74
Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer

75
Maintenance Record

77
Declaration of Conformity

78
Identification Numbers Record

79

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (80 pages)

Brand: Arctic Cat | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 3.54 MB

Foreword

3
Parts and Accessories

3
- Protect Your Sport
  3
- Table of Contents
  4
- Division I - Safety
  5
ATV Safety Alert

6
Rider Training Course

7
Hangtags

8
Warning Labels & Information

9
Warnings

11
Prevention

19
- Safe Riding Clothing and Gear
  19
  - Tires and Wheels
    20
  - Eye Protection
    20
- Condition of the ATV
  20
- First Aid and Survival
  21
Active Riding

23
Sound Judgment

24
- Environment
  24
- Those Around You
  25
- Equipment
  25
- Load Capacity Ratings Chart
  26
- Personal Choices
  26
Supervision

28
- Taking Responsibility
  28
  - Inexperienced Riders
    28
  - Experienced Riders
    28
- Division II - Operation/ Maintenance
  29
ATV Specifications

29
Location of Parts and Controls

30
ATV Operation

31
- Basic Operating Maneuvers
  31
- How to Handle the ATV (Active Riding Techniques)
  33
  - Dismounting the Atv
    33
  - Sharp Turns
    34
  - Wide Turns
    34
  - Riding Uphill
    36
  - Riding Downhill
    36
  - Crossing Obstacles
    37
- Tips
  38
  - Skidding or Sliding
    38
  - Crossing Roads
    39
  - Crossing Water
    39
  - Stopping the Atv
    39
  - Stopping the Engine
    39
General Information

40
- Control Locations and Functions
  40
  - Ignition Switch Key
    40
  - Shift Lever
    40
  - Throttle Lever
    42
  - Drive Select Switch
    42
  - Reverse Override Switch
    42
- LCD Gauge (400)
  43
- Primer - Cold Start (400)
  45
- Carburetor Float Bowl Drain (400)
  45
- Oil Level Stick
  46
- Seat Latch
  46
- Safety Flag Bracket
  46
- Rack Loading (Front and Rear)
  47
- Trailering and Towing
  47
- Transporting ATV
  47
- Gasoline-Oil-Lubricant
  48
- Recommended Gasoline
  48
- Engine Break-In
  49
- Burnishing Brake Pads
  49
General Maintenance

50
- Maintenance Schedule
  50
- Oil Cooler (400)
  51
- Liquid Cooling System (500)
  51
- Shock Absorbers
  52
- General Lubrication
  52
- Hydraulic Hand Brake
  54
  - Brake Fluid
    54
  - Brake Lever Lock
    54
  - Brake Hoses
    54
  - Brake Pads
    54
- Rear Foot Brake
  55
- Gas/Vent Hoses
  55
- Protective Rubber Boots
  55
- Battery
  56
- Spark Plug
  59
- Engine Idle RPM Adjustment (400)
  59
- Throttle Cable Adjustment
  59
- Air Filter
  60
- Air Filter Housing Drain
  60
- Draining V-Belt Cover
  61
- Tires
  61
- Wheels
  61
- Tire Replacement
  61
- Muffler/Spark Arrester
  62
- Light Bulb Replacement
  62
- Checking/Adjusting Headlight Aim
  63
- Fuses
  63
- Tools
  64
Preparation for Storage

65
Preparation after Storage

66
Limited Warranty

67
Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

68
Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

69
EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage - ATV (U.S. Only)

70
Arctic Cat ATV Emission Control Warranty Statement

70
Declaration of Conformity

72
Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer

73
Maintenance Record

75
Identification Numbers Record

79
- Key Identification Number
  79
- Vehicle Identification
  79

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Table of Contents

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (92 pages)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Parts and Accessories

Limited Warranty

Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

Arctic Cat ATV Emission Control Warranty Statement

Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage (U.S. Only)

Declaration of Conformity

2-Up ATV Safety Alert

Rider Training Course

Hangtags

Warning Labels & Information

Warnings

Prevention

Active Riding

Sound Judgment

Supervision

TRV Specifications

Location of Parts and Controls

ATV Operation

General Information

General Maintenance

Preparation for Storage

Preparation after Storage

Maintenance Record

Index

Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer

Identification Numbers Record

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (80 pages)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Parts and Accessories

ATV Safety Alert

Rider Training Course

Hangtags

Warning Labels & Information

Warnings

Prevention

Active Riding

Sound Judgment

Supervision

ATV Specifications

Location of Parts and Controls

ATV Operation

General Information

General Maintenance

Preparation for Storage

Preparation after Storage

Limited Warranty

Warranty Procedure/Owner Responsibility

Arctic Cat Emission Control System Limited Warranty

EPA Emission Control Statement/Warranty Coverage - ATV (U.S. Only)

Arctic Cat ATV Emission Control Warranty Statement

Change of Address, Ownership, or Warranty Transfer

Maintenance Record

Declaration of Conformity

Identification Numbers Record

Arctic Cat ALTERRA 450 Operator's Manual (80 pages)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Parts and Accessories

ATV Safety Alert

Rider Training Course

Hangtags

Warning Labels & Information

Warnings

Prevention

Active Riding

Sound Judgment

Supervision

ATV Specifications

Location of Parts and Controls

ATV Operation

General Information

General Maintenance