Snowmobile Arctic Cat (2009 year). Manual - part 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

 NOTE: On the Z1/TZ1 models if
the coolant temperature icon is
constantly on, the engine will shut
off if vehicle speed is reduced to
1.5 kph (0.9 MPH) or slower.

Charging System

Warning Icon

(1100 cc Models)

The Charging System Warning Icon is

designed to warn the operator if the

battery charging system is not func-

tioning. The icon should illuminate

each time the key is turned to RUN or

START, and it should go out when the

engine starts. If the icon stays illumi-

nated or it illuminates while the engine

is running, the battery is not being

charged, and the snowmobile is run-

ning on battery reserve power only.

If the Charging System Warning Icon

illuminates, you should, as soon as pos-

sible, take the snowmobile to an autho-

rized Arctic Cat Snowmobile dealer for

service. If not under warranty, this ser-

vice is at the discretion and expense of

the snowmobile owner. The engine

WILL NOT RUN without battery

power.

Low Oil Warning Icon

The Low Oil Warning Icon is designed

to alert the snowmobile operator when

the oil in the oil injection reservoir gets

below a prescribed level; however, it is

highly recommended that a visual veri-

fication of the oil level in the reservoir

be done prior to operating the snowmo-

bile. Once the Low Oil Warning Icon

illuminates during operation of the

snowmobile, the operator must periodi-

cally monitor the level of oil in the res-

ervoir and must fill the reservoir the

next time gasoline is added to the gas

tank. The “alert level” of the Low Oil

Warning Icon is approximately equal to

1 tankful of gasoline under normal

operating conditions.

Oil Pressure Warning

Icon (1100 cc Models)

The Oil Pressure Warning Icon indi-

cates engine oil pressure, not the oil

level; however, if the oil level is low, it

may affect oil pressure.

The icon should illuminate each time

the ignition switch is turned to RUN or

START, and it should go out when the

engine starts. If the icon illuminates

while the engine is running, oil pres-

sure has been lost and the engine will

automatically shut off.

If oil pressure is lost, use the following

procedure to check the oil level:

1. With the engine off, remove the

engine oil level stick and wipe it

clean. Without screwing it in, set

the stick back in the oil tank.

Remove it and observe the oil

level on the stick. If the oil level is

at or below the ADD mark on the

oil level stick, add only enough

recommended oil to raise the level

to the NORMAL range. DO NOT

overfill the reservoir with oil.

! CAUTION

At this point, take precautionary
measures such as changing to
loose snow terrain, shutting the
engine off (allowing the engine to
cool down), and checking coolant
level. If unable to either determine
or remedy the problem, take the
snowmobile to an authorized Arc-
tic Cat Snowmobile dealer for ser-
vice. If not under warranty, this
service is at the discretion and
expense of the snowmobile owner.

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2. Open the air bleed bolt located on

the oil pump (beneath the coolant

tank) to purge air from the oil

hose.

ZJ004A

 NOTE: When air can no longer
be heard purging from oil pump
bleed, tighten the bleed bolt to 7.5
ft-lb.

3. Start the engine. The warning light

should go out within five seconds.

4. If the warning light does not go

out, shut the engine off immedi-

ately and repeat step 2; then repeat

step 3.

If the warning light does not go out or

if the engine does not start, take the

snowmobile to an authorized Arctic

Cat Snowmobile dealer. If not under

warranty, this service is at the discre-

tion and expense of the snowmobile

owner.

DIAGNOSTIC CODES

(Standard/Premium

Gauges)

Diagnostic codes are activated by the

ECU and may be displayed on the

readout screen for a number of reasons.

If a code is displayed while the engine

is running, the ECU is receiving input

that is outside of its established param-

eters. If a code has been activated, take

the snowmobile to an authorized Arctic

Cat Snowmobile dealer for service. If

not under warranty, this service is at the

discretion and expense of the snowmo-

bile owner.

Crossfire/F-Series/M-

Series/T500 Models

Additional codes are displayed on the

readout screen. Refer to the following

chart for diagnostic codes.

* On certain models.

Bearcat Z1 XT/Z1/TZ1

Models

These diagnostic codes are displayed

on the readout screen incorporated

within the speedometer/tachometer.

Refer to the following chart for diag-

nostic codes.

Code

Trouble

Failure in injector(s).

Open or short circuit in barometric

pressure sensor.

Open or short circuit in intake air

temperature sensor.

Open or short circuit in water tem-

perature sensor.

Open or short circuit in throttle

position sensor.

Failure in ignition coil.

16* Incorrect adjustment/failure in APV

cable.

17*

Failure in exhaust temperature

sensor.

18*

Failure in servomotor.

21*

Failure in knock sensor.

23*

Fail-safe mode activated in knock

control system.

Code

Trouble

Failure in the fuel system.

Failure in injector (#2).

Failure in injector (#1).

Failure in barometric pressure sen-

sor.

Open or short circuit in intake

manifold air temperature sensor.

Open or short circuit in water

temperature sensor.

Open or short circuit in throttle

position sensor.

Open or short circuit in manifold

air pressure sensor.

GENERAL INFORMATION

* Turbo models

HANDLEBAR TILT

(Bearcat/Crossfire/

M-Series Models)

The handlebar can be adjusted to the

position providing the operator with

the most comfort. To adjust the handle-

bar, use the following procedure:

 NOTE: It may be necessary to
remove the handlebar cover for
this procedure.

1. Loosen the four lock nuts (Allen-

head cap screws on models with a

telescoping handlebar) securing

the handlebar caps and block to

the steering post.

0743-442

0743-467

2. Adjust the handlebar up or down

to operator’s desired tilt; then

tighten the lock nuts/cap screws

evenly and securely. Check steer-

ing for maximum right/left turning

capabilities.

3. Recheck lock nuts/cap screws;

tighten securely.

 NOTE: Recommended torque
value of lock nuts is 18 ft-lb. Rec-
ommended torque value for the
Allen-head cap screws is 20 ft-lb.

 NOTE: Do not adjust the handle-
bar to a position that allows the
brake fluid to be below the low
mark on either side of the master
cylinder.

HANDLEBAR TILT

(F-Series/T-Series -

STD Models)

The handlebar can be adjusted to the

operator’s preference. To adjust the han-

dlebar, use the following procedure:

1. Loosen the eight cap screws secur-

ing the handlebar caps to the riser

and the riser to the steering post.

Failure in crankshaft position sen-

sor.

Failure in speed sensor.

Failure in coil (#1).

Failure in coil (#2).

Failure in ISC valve.

Failure in oxygen sensor.

Failure in camshaft position sen-

sor.

Failure in knock sensor.

22*

Failure in coil (#1 secondary).

23*

Failure in coil (#2 secondary).

OCTN*

Low octane gasoline.

Code

Trouble

! WARNING

Tighten lock nuts according to
specifications to prevent unex-
pected “movement” of the handle-
bar during operation over rough
terrain and DO NOT position han-
dlebar so steering (maximum right/
left turning capabilities) or throttle
and brake controls are affected.

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741-708A

2. Adjust the handlebar up or down

to operator’s desired tilt, tighten

the cap screws evenly to 25 ft-lb,

and check steering for maximum

right/left turning capabilities.

 NOTE: Do not adjust the handle-
bar to a position that allows the
brake fluid to be below the low
mark on either side of the master
cylinder.

HANDLEBAR TILT

(Cam Lever Style)

The handlebar can be adjusted to the

operator’s preference. To adjust the han-

dlebar, use the following procedure:

1. Press inward on the lock pin to

release the cam lever and “flip” the

cam lever up.

0741-427

2. Adjust the handlebar up or down

and/or rotate the handlebar to oper-

ator’s desired position; then press

down on the cam lever until the

lock pin is properly positioned and

locked. Check steering for maxi-

mum right/left turning capabilities.

 NOTE: At this point, gently lift
the cam lever without pressing in
on the lock pin. If the cam lever
cannot be lifted, the lock pin is
secure.

 NOTE: Do not rotate the handle-
bar to a position that allows air to
enter the brake system.

3. Test the handlebar to ensure that it

does not rotate within the riser

block. If it does not rotate, proceed

to step 4. If it does rotate, release

the cam lever and rotate the cam

lever clockwise; then press down

on the cam lever until the lock pin

is properly positioned and locked.

Repeat this procedure until the

handlebar is properly secured.

4. After the handlebar is “locked” in

position, release the cam lever and

rotate it one turn clockwise; then

press down on the cam lever until it

“locks” in place.

 NOTE: At this point, gently lift
the cam lever without pressing in
on the lock pin. If the cam lever
cannot be lifted, the lock pin is
secure.

! WARNING

Tighten cap screws according to
specifications to prevent unexpected
“movement” of the handlebar dur-
ing operation over rough terrain. DO
NOT offset the handlebar so steering
(maximum right/left turning capabili-
ties) are altered or throttle and brake
controls will be affected.

! CAUTION

If at any time the lock pin will not
engage into the locked position, do
NOT operate the snowmobile. Take
the snowmobile to an authorized
Arctic Cat dealer for service.

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