FOREWORD
This Arctic Cat Service Manual contains service, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for the 2011 Arctic Cat
Prowler HDX. The complete manual is designed to aid service personnel in service-oriented applications.
This manual is divided into sections. Each section covers a specific vehicle component or system and, in addition to the
standard service procedures, includes disassembling, inspecting, and assembling instructions. When using this manual
as a guide, the technician should use discretion as to how much disassembly is needed to correct any given condition.
The service technician should become familiar with the operation and construction of each component or system by
carefully studying this manual. This manual will assist the service technician in becoming more aware of and efficient
with servicing procedures. Such efficiency not only helps build consumer confidence but also saves time and labor.
All Arctic Cat publications and decals display the words Warning, Caution, Note, and At This Point to emphasize
important information. The symbol ! WARNING identifies personal safety-related information. Be sure to fol-
low the directive because it deals with the possibility of serious personal injury or even death. A CAUTION identi-
fies unsafe practices which may result in vehicle-related damage. Follow the directive because it deals with the
possibility of damaging part or parts of the vehicle. The symbol NOTE: identifies supplementary information wor-
thy of particular attention. The symbol AT THIS POINT directs the technician to certain and specific proce-
dures to promote efficiency and to improve clarity.
At the time of publication, all information, photographs, and illustrations were technically correct. Some photographs
used in this manual are used for clarity purposes only and are not designed to depict actual conditions. Because Arctic
Cat Inc. constantly refines and improves its products, no retroactive obligation is incurred.
All materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Keep this manual accessible in the shop area for reference.
Product Service and
Warranty Department
Arctic Cat Inc.
© 2010 Arctic Cat Inc. September 2010
®™ Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc., Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Periodic Maintenance/Tune-Up
Manual
General Information/Specifications Prowler
er HD
HDX
H
2
1
3. Engine/Transmission 3
4. Fuel/Lubrication/Cooling 4
5. Electrical System 5
6. Drive System 6
7. Suspension 7
8. Steering/Frame 8
9. Controls/Indicators 9
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Specifications ............................................ 1-2
Torque Specifications .............................................. 1-2
Torque Conversions (ft-lb/N-m) ............................... 1-3
Tightening Torque (General Bolts) .......................... 1-3
Break-In Procedure ................................................. 1-4
Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant ........................................ 1-4
Genuine Parts ......................................................... 1-5
Preparation For Storage.......................................... 1-5
Preparation After Storage........................................ 1-5
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, STEERING COMPONENTS
General Specifications Part Part Bolted To
Torque
ft-lb N-m
Steering Wheel** Steering Wheel Shaft 25 34
CHASSIS Steering Wheel Shaft*** Intermediate Shaft (Upper) 36 49
Dry Weight (approx) 618 kg (1363 lb) Intermediate Shaft Steering Pinion Shaft 36 49
Length (overall) 327.6 cm (129 in.) (Lower)***
Height (overall) 193.3 cm (76.5 in.) Rack and Pinion Assembly Frame 35 48
Width (overall) 153 cm (60.25 in.) Tie Rod Rack 37 50
Suspension Travel 25.4 cm (10 in.) Tie Rod End** Knuckle 30 41
Brake Type Hydraulic
Jam Nut Tie Rod End 10 14
Tire Size (front) 26 x 10R-14
(rear) 26 x 12R-14 Steering Shaft Coupler EPS Input Shaft 11 15
Tire Inflation Pressure 1.41 kg/cm² (20 psi) EPS Cradle Bracket Frame 20 27
MISCELLANY EPS Assembly Frame 35 48
Gas Tank Capacity 31 L (8.2 U.S. gal.)
EPS Assembly Rack Coupler 11 15
Coolant Capacity 2.9 L (3.0 U.S. qt)
Intermediate Shaft Coupler Intermediate Shaft 31 42
Front Differential Capacity 275 ml (9.3 fl oz)*
Rear Drive Capacity 250 ml (8.5 fl oz)* Steering Shaft Housing Frame 8 11
(6 mm)
Engine Oil Capacity 2.5 L (2.6 U.S. qt) - Overhaul
1.9 L (2.0 U.S. qt) - Change Steering Shaft Housing Frame 20 27
(8 mm)
Gasoline (recommended) 87 Octane Regular Unleaded
Engine Oil (recommended) Arctic Cat ACX All Weather Syn-
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (Front)
thetic A-Arm Frame 33 45
Front Differential/Rear Drive Lubricant SAE Approved 80W-90 Hypoid Knuckle Ball Joint 35 48
Belt Width 35.0 mm (1.38 in.)
Shock Absorber Frame/Upper A-Arm 33 45
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Taillight/Brakelight 12V/8W/27W
Knuckle A-Arm 35 48
Headlight 12V/27W (4) SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (Rear)
Specifications subject to change without notice. Sway Bar Bracket Frame 33 45
* Visible at plug threads. A-Arm Frame 33 45
Shock Absorber (Lower) Lower A-Arm 20 27
Shock Absorber (Upper) Frame 33 45
Torque Specifications Knuckle A-Arm 35 48
Cargo Box Hinge Cargo Box Frame 20 27
NOTE: Torque specifications have the following tol- Side Panel/Spacer Cargo Box Frame 25 34
erances: Tilt Pivot Bushing Cargo Box Frame 15 20
Latch Striker Cargo Box Liner 60 in.-lb 7
Torque (ft-lb) Tolerance
BRAKE COMPONENTS
0-15 ±20%
Brake Disc** Hub 15 20
16-39 ±15%
Brake Hose Caliper 20 27
40+ ±10%
Brake Hose Master Cylinder 20 27
EXHAUST COMPONENTS Master Cylinder Frame 25 34
Torque
Part Part Bolted To Caliper Holder**** Knuckle 20 27
ft-lb N-m
Driveline Rear Drive Input Flange 20 27
Exhaust Pipe Cylinder Head 20 27 * w/Blue Loctite #243 *** w/Green Loctite #270
Spark Arrester Muffler 48 in.-lb 5 ** w/Red Loctite #271 **** w/“Patch-Lock”
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Coil* Frame 8 11
Ground Wire Engine 8 11
CHASSIS/ROPS ASSEMBLY
Shift Axle Support Frame 48 in.-lb 5
Front/Rear ROPS Tube Arm Rest/Steering Post 20 27
Support
Top ROPS Support Front/Rear ROPS Tubes 8 11
Rear ROPS Tube Lower ROPS Support 8 11
Shift Cable Shift Axle Arm 8 11
Shift Cable Mounting/ Shift Cable 20 27
Adjuster
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Table of Contents
This Arctic Cat Service Manual contains service, maintenance, and troubleshooting information for the 2011 Arctic Cat
Prowler HDX. The complete manual is designed to aid service personnel in service-oriented applications.
This manual is divided into sections. Each section covers a specific vehicle component or system and, in addition to the
standard service procedures, includes disassembling, inspecting, and assembling instructions. When using this manual
as a guide, the technician should use discretion as to how much disassembly is needed to correct any given condition.
The service technician should become familiar with the operation and construction of each component or system by
carefully studying this manual. This manual will assist the service technician in becoming more aware of and efficient
with servicing procedures. Such efficiency not only helps build consumer confidence but also saves time and labor.
All Arctic Cat publications and decals display the words Warning, Caution, Note, and At This Point to emphasize
important information. The symbol ! WARNING identifies personal safety-related information. Be sure to fol-
low the directive because it deals with the possibility of serious personal injury or even death. A CAUTION identi-
fies unsafe practices which may result in vehicle-related damage. Follow the directive because it deals with the
possibility of damaging part or parts of the vehicle. The symbol NOTE: identifies supplementary information wor-
thy of particular attention. The symbol AT THIS POINT directs the technician to certain and specific proce-
dures to promote efficiency and to improve clarity.
At the time of publication, all information, photographs, and illustrations were technically correct. Some photographs
used in this manual are used for clarity purposes only and are not designed to depict actual conditions. Because Arctic
Cat Inc. constantly refines and improves its products, no retroactive obligation is incurred.
All materials and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Keep this manual accessible in the shop area for reference.
Product Service and
Warranty Department
Arctic Cat Inc.
© 2010 Arctic Cat Inc. September 2010
®™ Trademarks of Arctic Cat Inc., Thief River Falls, MN 56701
Manual
Table of Contents
, Service
1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2
1.
2.
10
Periodic Maintenance/Tune-Up
Manual
General Information/Specifications Prowler
er HD
HDX
H
2
1
3. Engine/Transmission 3
4. Fuel/Lubrication/Cooling 4
5. Electrical System 5
6. Drive System 6
7. Suspension 7
8. Steering/Frame 8
9. Controls/Indicators 9
TM
SHARE OUR PASSION.
,SECTION 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
1
TABLE OF CONTENTS
General Specifications ............................................ 1-2
Torque Specifications .............................................. 1-2
Torque Conversions (ft-lb/N-m) ............................... 1-3
Tightening Torque (General Bolts) .......................... 1-3
Break-In Procedure ................................................. 1-4
Gasoline - Oil - Lubricant ........................................ 1-4
Genuine Parts ......................................................... 1-5
Preparation For Storage.......................................... 1-5
Preparation After Storage........................................ 1-5
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Table of Contents
, STEERING COMPONENTS
General Specifications Part Part Bolted To
Torque
ft-lb N-m
Steering Wheel** Steering Wheel Shaft 25 34
CHASSIS Steering Wheel Shaft*** Intermediate Shaft (Upper) 36 49
Dry Weight (approx) 618 kg (1363 lb) Intermediate Shaft Steering Pinion Shaft 36 49
Length (overall) 327.6 cm (129 in.) (Lower)***
Height (overall) 193.3 cm (76.5 in.) Rack and Pinion Assembly Frame 35 48
Width (overall) 153 cm (60.25 in.) Tie Rod Rack 37 50
Suspension Travel 25.4 cm (10 in.) Tie Rod End** Knuckle 30 41
Brake Type Hydraulic
Jam Nut Tie Rod End 10 14
Tire Size (front) 26 x 10R-14
(rear) 26 x 12R-14 Steering Shaft Coupler EPS Input Shaft 11 15
Tire Inflation Pressure 1.41 kg/cm² (20 psi) EPS Cradle Bracket Frame 20 27
MISCELLANY EPS Assembly Frame 35 48
Gas Tank Capacity 31 L (8.2 U.S. gal.)
EPS Assembly Rack Coupler 11 15
Coolant Capacity 2.9 L (3.0 U.S. qt)
Intermediate Shaft Coupler Intermediate Shaft 31 42
Front Differential Capacity 275 ml (9.3 fl oz)*
Rear Drive Capacity 250 ml (8.5 fl oz)* Steering Shaft Housing Frame 8 11
(6 mm)
Engine Oil Capacity 2.5 L (2.6 U.S. qt) - Overhaul
1.9 L (2.0 U.S. qt) - Change Steering Shaft Housing Frame 20 27
(8 mm)
Gasoline (recommended) 87 Octane Regular Unleaded
Engine Oil (recommended) Arctic Cat ACX All Weather Syn-
SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (Front)
thetic A-Arm Frame 33 45
Front Differential/Rear Drive Lubricant SAE Approved 80W-90 Hypoid Knuckle Ball Joint 35 48
Belt Width 35.0 mm (1.38 in.)
Shock Absorber Frame/Upper A-Arm 33 45
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Taillight/Brakelight 12V/8W/27W
Knuckle A-Arm 35 48
Headlight 12V/27W (4) SUSPENSION COMPONENTS (Rear)
Specifications subject to change without notice. Sway Bar Bracket Frame 33 45
* Visible at plug threads. A-Arm Frame 33 45
Shock Absorber (Lower) Lower A-Arm 20 27
Shock Absorber (Upper) Frame 33 45
Torque Specifications Knuckle A-Arm 35 48
Cargo Box Hinge Cargo Box Frame 20 27
NOTE: Torque specifications have the following tol- Side Panel/Spacer Cargo Box Frame 25 34
erances: Tilt Pivot Bushing Cargo Box Frame 15 20
Latch Striker Cargo Box Liner 60 in.-lb 7
Torque (ft-lb) Tolerance
BRAKE COMPONENTS
0-15 ±20%
Brake Disc** Hub 15 20
16-39 ±15%
Brake Hose Caliper 20 27
40+ ±10%
Brake Hose Master Cylinder 20 27
EXHAUST COMPONENTS Master Cylinder Frame 25 34
Torque
Part Part Bolted To Caliper Holder**** Knuckle 20 27
ft-lb N-m
Driveline Rear Drive Input Flange 20 27
Exhaust Pipe Cylinder Head 20 27 * w/Blue Loctite #243 *** w/Green Loctite #270
Spark Arrester Muffler 48 in.-lb 5 ** w/Red Loctite #271 **** w/“Patch-Lock”
ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
Coil* Frame 8 11
Ground Wire Engine 8 11
CHASSIS/ROPS ASSEMBLY
Shift Axle Support Frame 48 in.-lb 5
Front/Rear ROPS Tube Arm Rest/Steering Post 20 27
Support
Top ROPS Support Front/Rear ROPS Tubes 8 11
Rear ROPS Tube Lower ROPS Support 8 11
Shift Cable Shift Axle Arm 8 11
Shift Cable Mounting/ Shift Cable 20 27
Adjuster
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