Arctic Cat 250 2x4 / 300 2x4 / 300 4x4 / 400 4x4 / 500 2000 4x4 Factory Service Manual (PN 0436-005)

• Official 310-page OEM publication (P/N 0436-005), published July 1999
• Covers the 2000 Arctic Cat 250, 300, 400, and 500 ATV models in both 2x4 and 4x4 variants
• Includes over 50 pages dedicated exclusively to exploded-view diagrams and technical reference tables
• First edition release serving as the foundational factory reference for the 2000 model year production run

Document Structure and Coverage

When tackling an overhaul or routine service, having exact factory specifications is critical. This manual skips the generic advice and dives straight into the hard data needed for the 2000 Arctic Cat lineup. It breaks down into eleven distinct sections, systematically detailing maintenance, engine teardowns, and complex troubleshooting.

Service personnel will find comprehensive chapters covering fuel delivery, lubrication, and cooling systems. The document also digs deep into the electrical components, drive system, and chassis specifications. For those working on structural alignments, the steering and frame documentation provides precise measurements. Working on ATVs carries inherent physical risks, especially when handling pressurized systems or heavy drivetrain components, so always ensure your workspace meets standard shop safety protocols before applying these reference procedures. A dedicated troubleshooting chapter helps isolate component failures quickly, cutting down diagnostic time on the floor.

Specification Highlights

This publication lays out the exact technical values across all covered engine displacements. Engine oil capacity is specified at 3.4 liters, while the cooling system takes 3.9 liters. Depending on the specific engine configuration, magneto output is rated between 220W and 340W.

You will also find essential drivetrain tolerances, such as clutch engagement thresholds calibrated strictly between 1700 and 1900 RPM. Standard tire configurations call for an inflation pressure of 0.35 kg/cm2 (5 psi). Every metric required to rebuild and tune these machines to factory standards is clearly documented.