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    This document provides instructions for checking and adjusting the valve clearance on an Arctic Cat ATV engine. It lists the specified intake and exhaust valve clearances and describes two procedures using either a feeler gauge or valve adjuster tool. It also provides instructions for testing engine compression.

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    Valve/Tappet Clearance Valve/Tappet Clearance: ! Caution

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    This document provides instructions for checking and adjusting the valve clearance on an Arctic Cat ATV engine. It lists the specified intake and exhaust valve clearances and describes two procedures using either a feeler gauge or valve adjuster tool. It also provides instructions for testing engine compression.

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    Valve setting for motorcycle

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    2012-02-20_222000_08catvalves

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    This document provides instructions for checking and adjusting the valve clearance on an Arctic Cat ATV engine. It lists the specified intake and exhaust valve clearances and describes two procedures using either a feeler gauge or valve adjuster tool. It also provides instructions for testing engine compression.

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    Valve/Tappet Clearance Valve/Tappet Clearance: ! Caution

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    This document provides instructions for checking and adjusting the valve clearance on an Arctic Cat ATV engine. It lists the specified intake and exhaust valve clearances and describes two procedures using either a feeler gauge or valve adjuster tool. It also provides instructions for testing engine compression.

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    FOR ARCTIC CAT ATV DISCOUNT PARTS CALL 606-678-9623 OR 606-561-4983

    ! CAUTION
    The feeler gauge must be positioned at the same
    angle as the valve and valve adjuster for an accurate
    measurement of clearance. Failure to measure the
    valve clearance accurately could cause valve com-
    ponent damage.

    VALVE/TAPPET CLEARANCE
    Intake 0.1016 mm (0.004 in.)
    Exhaust 0.1524 mm (0.006 in.)

    KX045A
    2. Replace any one-way drain that is cracked or
    shows any signs of hardening or deterioration.

    ! CAUTION
    The one-way drain to the left is the clean air section
    of the filter housing. Any leak of this drain will allow
    dirt into the engine intake causing severe engine
    damage.

    3. Wipe any accumulation of oil or gas from the filter


    housing and one-way drains.
    CC007D
    4. Install the spark plug; then install the timing
    inspection plug.
    Valve/Tappet
    Clearance 5. Place the two tappet covers with O-rings into posi-
    tion. Tighten the cap screws securely.
    (Feeler Gauge Procedure)

    To check and adjust valve/tappet clearance, use the Valve/Tappet Clearance


    following procedure. (Valve Adjuster Procedure)
    „NOTE: The engine must be cold for this proce-
    dure.
    To check and adjust valve/tappet clearance, use the
    „NOTE: The seats, center console, spark plug, following procedure.
    and air filter housing must be removed for this pro- „NOTE: The engine must be cold for this proce-
    cedure. dure.
    1. Remove the spark plug and timing inspection „NOTE: The seats, center console, spark plug,
    plug; then remove the tappet covers (for more and air filter housing must be removed for this pro-
    detailed information, see Section 3 - Servicing cedure.
    Top-Side Components).
    2. Rotate the crankshaft to the TDC position on the 1. Remove the spark plug and timing inspection
    compression stroke. plug; then remove the tappet covers (for more
    detailed information, see Section 3 - Servicing
    „NOTE: At this point, the rocker arms and adjuster Top-Side Components).
    screws must not have pressure on them.
    2. Rotate the crankshaft to the TDC position on the
    3. Using a feeler gauge, check each valve/tappet compression stroke.
    clearance. If clearance is not within specifications, „NOTE: At this point, the rocker arms and adjuster
    loosen the jam nut and rotate the tappet adjuster screws must not have pressure on them.
    screw until the clearance is within specifications.
    Tighten each jam nut securely after completing the „NOTE: Use Valve Clearance Adjuster for this pro-
    adjustment.
    cedure.

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    FOR ARCTIC CAT ATV DISCOUNT PARTS CALL 606-678-9623 OR 606-561-4983
    3. Place the valve adjuster onto the jam nut securing
    the tappet adjuster screw; then rotate the valve
    adjuster dial clockwise until the end is seated in Testing Engine
    the tappet adjuster screw. Compression
    4. While holding the valve adjuster dial in place, use
    the valve adjuster handle and loosen the jam nut;
    then rotate the tappet adjuster screw clockwise To test engine compression, use the following proce-
    until friction is felt. dure.
    5. Align the valve adjuster handle with one of the „NOTE: The engine must be warm and the battery
    marks on the valve adjuster dial. must be fully charged for this test.
    6. While holding the valve adjuster handle in place, „NOTE: The seats and center console must be
    rotate the valve adjuster dial counterclockwise removed for this procedure.
    until proper valve/tappet clearance is attained.
    „NOTE: Refer to the appropriate specifications in 1. Remove the high tension lead from the spark plug.
    Feeler Gauge Procedure sub-section for the proper

    2
    2. Using compressed air, blow any debris from
    valve/tappet clearance. around the spark plug.
    „NOTE: Rotating the valve adjuster dial counter-
    clockwise will open the valve/tappet clearance by ! WARNING
    0.05 mm (0.002 in.) per mark. Always wear safety glasses when using compressed
    air.
    7. While holding the adjuster dial at the proper clear-
    ance setting, tighten the jam nut securely with the 3. Remove the spark plug; then attach the high ten-
    valve adjuster handle. sion lead to the plug and ground the plug on the
    cylinder head well away from the spark plug hole.
    8. Place the two tappet covers with O-rings into posi-
    tion. Tighten the cap screws securely. 4. Attach the Compression Tester Kit.
    5. While holding the throttle in the full-open posi-
    tion, crank the engine over with the electric starter
    until the gauge stops climbing (five to 10 compres-
    sion strokes).
    „NOTE: The compression should be within a
    range of 155-170 psi in the full-open throttle posi-
    tion.

    6. If compression is abnormally low, inspect the


    following items.
    A. Starter cranks engine over.
    CF006A
    B. Gauge is functioning properly.
    C. Throttle lever in the full-open position.
    D. Valve/tappet clearance correct.
    E. Valve bent or burned.
    F. Valve seat burned.
    „NOTE: To service valves, see Section 3.

    7. Pour 29.5 ml (1 fl oz) of oil into the spark plug


    hole, reattach the gauge, and retest compression.
    CF005 8. If compression is now evident, service the piston
    9. Install the spark plug; then install the timing rings (see Section 3).
    inspection plug.

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