Target Audience:
Arctic Cat ZRT 600 owners and independent repair shops
Manual Origin:
Originally written and published by the manufacturer
Content Focus:
Hands-on complete teardown of the specific model and year
Benefits:
Learn to fix, save money on upkeep and operation
Engine:
Included (Removal, Disassembly, Inspection, Assembly, Installation, Troubleshooting)
Fuel System:
Included (Carburetor, Fuel Injection System, Intake)
Chassis:
Included (Steering, Skis, Oil Tank, Fuel Tank)
Electrical:
Included (Ignition System, Lighting System, Charging System, Electric Starting System)
Power Train:
Included (Sheaves, V-Belt, Chain Case, Brake, Suspension, Drive, Track)
Engine Internal:
Covers top-end (pistons, rings, cylinder head) and bottom-end (crankshaft, bearings) rebuilds.
Wiring Diagrams:
Includes detailed wiring diagrams and wire/cable routing diagrams.
Slide Rail Suspension:
Covers removal, inspection, adjustment, and installation of the rear suspension.
Maintenance:
Included (Pre-Season Preparation, Periodic Maintenance, Tune-Up)
Repair:
Included (Component disassembly, inspection, assembly, and reinstallation)
Troubleshooting:
Included for major systems (Fuel, Electrical, Engine)
Tuning Adjustment:
Included (Carburetor tuning, cable adjustments, clutch settings, track adjustment)
Special Tools:
Lists required special tools for specific procedures.
Clutch Tuning Data:
Provides specific data for clutch engagement and shift RPM settings.
High Altitude Tuning:
Specific guidance for adjusting for different altitudes.
Carburetor Tuning Data:
Detailed data for low-speed, mid-range, and high-speed tuning.
Depth:
Comprehensive (Suitable for dealership technicians and certified repairmen, covering detailed procedures and specifications)
Diagrams Illustrations:
Includes a wealth of illustrations, diagrams, and schematics.
Torque Specifications:
Includes tightening torque specifications for critical fasteners.
Engine Type:
Likely a 2-stroke, twin-cylinder engine (based on common Arctic Cat configurations of that era)
Engine Displacement:
593cc (indicated by '600' in the model name)
Horsepower Estimate:
Estimated 110-125 HP (typical for high-performance 600cc twin-cylinder 2-strokes of the late 90s)
Carburetion:
Dual carburetors (likely Mikuni VM series, size dependent on specific tuning)
Fuel Injection:
Mentioned as a topic, suggesting potential models or updates could include FI, though carburetion was more common for the ZRT series in '98.
Lubrication:
Premix or Oil Injection system (manual covers oil pump adjustment)
Primary Clutch:
Arctic Cat's own design (likely a P85 or similar variant), adjustable engagement and shift RPM
Secondary Clutch:
Arctic Cat's own design (likely a P85 or similar variant), adjustable
V Belt:
Specific belt number required (covered in manual), subject to inspection and replacement
Chain Case Type:
Gear-driven chain case, requiring specific fluid and inspection
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brake (manual covers disassembly, inspection, assembly, and adjustment)
Lighting:
Headlight, taillight, brake light (manual covers system testing and adjustment)
Ignition System:
CDI (Capacitor Discharge Ignition) with mechanical advance or electronic control unit (ECU) depending on specific sub-model; manual details testing and troubleshooting.
Starter System:
Recoil starter standard, electric start optional (manual covers both components)
Lighting Coil Output:
Manual provides specifications for lighting coil output and voltage regulator testing.
Pre Season Prep:
Covered in detail
Periodic Maintenance:
Scheduled checks and replacements (e.g., spark plugs, drive belt, chain case oil, grease points)
Chain Case Oil:
Specific Arctic Cat or API GL-4 gear oil specification (detailed in manual)
Coolant:
If liquid-cooled, specific antifreeze/coolant blend (likely ethylene glycol based, detailed in manual)
Common Wear Items:
Drive belts, carbides, hyfax, suspension bushings, recoil starter assembly, carburetor jets/needles
Tune Up Components:
Spark plugs, air filters, fuel filter (if equipped), carburetor adjustments, ignition timing checks, clutch inspection
Manufacturer Focus:
Arctic Cat is a long-standing manufacturer of snowmobiles and ATVs, known for performance-oriented machines.
Zrt Series Reputation:
The ZRT series was Arctic Cat's flagship performance line in the late 1990s, known for powerful engines and advanced suspension for its time.
Era:
Late 1990s performance segment
