2008 Arctic Cat ThunderCat ATV Service Manual, Page 9Get this manual
Periodic Maintenance This section has been organized into sub-sections which show common maintenance procedures for the Arctic Cat ATVNOTE: Arctic Cat recommends the use of new gaskets, lock nuts, and seals and lubricating all internal components when servicing the enginetransmissionNOTE: Some photographs and illustrations used in this section are used for clarity purposes only and are not designed to depict actual conditionsNOTE: Critical torque specifications are located in Section 1
Battery
After being in service, batteries require regular cleaning and recharging in order to deliver peak performance and maximum service lifeThe following procedure is recommended for cleaning and maintaining lead-acid batteriesAlways read and follow instructions provided with battery chargers and battery products
! WARNING
Anytime service is performed on battery, the following must be observed: keep sparks, open flame, cigarettes, or any other flame awayAlways wear safety glassesProtect skin and clothing when handing batteryWhen servicing battery in enclosed space, keep the area well-ventilatedMake sure battery venting is not obstructed