ATV Operation 3. If the engine does not start, press on the starter button again for eight sec- onds. NOTE: At this point if the engine does not start, pump the primer three more times; then pull the starter lever again. 4. Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2-3 minutes or until the ATV will accelerate without hes- itating. Starting A Cold Engine (425) NOTE: It is very important not to touch or compress the throttle lever during the starting procedures. ACE-022A 1. To engage the high range from neu- tral, move the shift lever forward. 2. To engage the low range from high range, move the shift lever outward and forward. NOTE: The high range is for nor- mal riding with light loads.
The low range is for carrying heavy loads or trailer towing. Compared to HIGH 1. Turn off all electrical accessories (hand warmer, lights, etc.); then rotate the ignition switch key to the first position (ON) leaving the head- lights OFF. Note that the N is indi- cated on the LCD. 2. Pull on the starter lever. CAUTION Do not run the starter motor for more than eight seconds per start- ing attempt. The starter motor may overheat causing severe starter motor damage. Allow 15 seconds between starting attempts to allow the starter motor to cool. NOTE: Do not touch the throttle lever until the engine has run for at least 3 minutes. 3.
To engage reverse gear from neutral, move the shift lever outward and rearward into the R position. 3. Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 2-3 minutes or until the ATV will accelerate without hes- itating. Shifting The Arctic Cat ATV with an automatic transmission has a dual-range transmis- sion with reverse. To shift the ATV, fol- low these steps: CAUTION Always come to a complete stop before attempting to shift from one range to the other or into reverse. Always shift on level ground, or engage the brake lever lock before shifting into another range or into reverse. 27 27 27 27 range, the LOW range position pro- vides slower speed and greater torque to the wheels.
Division II - Operation/ Maintenance CAUTION Always shift into low range when operating on wet or uneven terrain, when towing or pushing heavy loads, and when using a plow. Fail- ure to follow this caution may result in premature V-belt failure or in dam- age to related drive system compo- nents.