2001 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 41Get this manual
NutsCap Screws Tighten all nuts and cap screwsMake sure rivets holding components together are tightReplace all loose rivetsCare must be taken that all calibrated nuts and cap screws are tightened to specifications
HeadlightTaillightBrakelight
Each time the ATV is used, lights should be checked for proper functionRotate the ignition switch to the lights position; the headlights and taillight should illuminateTest the brakelight by compressing the brake leverThe brakelight should illuminateHEADLIGHT
Ignition Timing
The ignition timing cannot be adjusted; however, verifying ignition timing can aid in troubleshooting other componentsTo verify engine timing, use the following procedure1Attach the engine Timing Light (pn 0644-197) to the spark plug high tension lead; then remove the timing inspection plug from the left-side crankcase cover2Using the Arctic Cat Engine Tachometer (pn 0644-275), start the engine and run at the recommended RPM; ignition timing should be the recommended degrees BTDCIGNITION TIMING MODEL 250 cc 300 cc 400500 cc TIMINGRPM BTDC below 1800 35 BTDC above 3800 BTDC 1800 30 BTDC 3800 10 BTDC 1500