2008 Arctic Cat ATVs factory service and repair manual, Page 52Get this manual
CCylinder DPiston =NOTE: Steps 1-11 in the preceding sub-section must precede this procedure
12Remove the two nuts securing the right side of the cylinder to the right-side crankcase halfAccount for the washers
15Using the Piston Pin Puller, remove the piston pinAccount for the opposite-side circlipRemove the pistoniNOTE: It is advisable to remove the opposite-side circlip prior to using the puller
13Lift the cylinder off the crankcase taking care not to allow the piston to drop against the crankcaseAccount for the gasket and two alignment pins
INOTE: Support the connecting rod with rubber bands to avoid damaging the rod or install the Connecting Rod Holderu AT THIS POINT
To service cylinder, see Servicing Top-Side Components sub-section
A CAUTION
Do not allow the connecting rod to go down inside the crankcaseIf the rod is down inside the crankcase and the crankshaft is rotated, severe damage will result