Arctic Cat 2011 Snowmobile Service Manual – F, M, Z1/TZ1, Bearcat, Crossfire & CFR

This 2011 Arctic Cat snowmobile service manual covers the F-Series, M-Series, T570/TZ1, Z1, Bearcat, Crossfire, and CFR lineups. LXR, EXT, HCR, Sno Pro, Limited, turbo, and non-turbo configurations are identified where procedures or specifications differ.

Text Search, Chapter Bookmarks, and Wiring Detail

Search and diagram access: OCR text supports searching across the main service sections, and eight embedded chapter bookmarks provide section navigation. The wiring pages have no searchable text. Some small pin, connector, and wire labels remain blurred even when enlarged.

One printable, English-language, 531-page PDF, including the 28-page color wiring section.

Engine, EFI, Drive Train, and Suspension Work

The following selected workshop topics are a preview, not a complete table of contents. Other sections address engine and drive-belt break-in, post-break-in checks, and storage preparation.

• Engine repair: Model-specific removal and installation, internal disassembly, inspection, measurement, reassembly, and separate troubleshooting charts for carbureted two-stroke, EFI two-stroke, and four-stroke engines.

• Cooling and engine controls: Water-pump service, two-stroke pressure testing, cooling-system filling and bleeding, Arctic Power Valve (APV) and Exhaust Controlled Timing (ECT) work, plus turbocharger/intercooler repair.

• Fuel and EFI: Carburetor and fuel-pump service, throttle-body and TPS procedures, self-diagnostic codes, sensor tests, fuel-pressure fault isolation, and oil-injection pump removal, synchronization, and testing.

• Electrical diagnosis: Model-specific resistance and peak-voltage tests, starter and magneto service, CCU codes, servomotor/potentiometer tests, and color wiring diagrams.

• Drive train and brakes: Clutch and driven-pulley service, alignment and belt deflection, gearcase and reverse repair, hydraulic brake rebuilding/bleeding, and track tension/alignment.

• Suspension and chassis: Model-specific skid-frame service, ACT and Fox shock repair, steering, ski alignment, front suspension, and body-component removal and installation.

• Sno Pro scope: Production Sno Pro trims are covered within their model families; separately labeled Sno Pro 500, 600, and 120 models receive wiring coverage only.

Suited to technicians familiar with engine rebuilding and electrical testing, since the procedures call for specialized service tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment.

Two-Stroke and Four-Stroke Engine Repair

Model-specific chapters: Engine removal and installation distinguish Bearcat 570/F570/T570, Crossfire/M-Series 600, CFR/M-Series 800/1000, Crossfire 800, and F-Series 500/600/800 applications. Internal repair is divided into 570, 500/600, 800/1000, and 1100 cc sections.

Applicable Crossfire/M-Series chapters identify top-side work that can be completed without full engine removal. Internal repair includes crankcase work. Inspection coverage includes cylinder trueness, piston and ring condition, crankshaft runout, head-volume checks, reed valves, bearings, and sealing-surface limits.

1100 cc four-stroke: Bearcat Z1 XT, TZ1, and Z1 chapters include step-by-step disassembly and reassembly procedures, camshaft timing, and bearing-selection charts. Related sections cover compression, valve service, oil/filter work, oil-pressure testing, and different turbo/non-turbo intake arrangements. Arctic Cat recommends a qualified machine shop for valve, guide, or seat servicing or replacement.

APV valve and gasket orientation and crankshaft-bearing locating dowels receive specific assembly cautions. Twelve pages of engine-assembly schematics include torque callouts, with separate 1100 cc torque-pattern drawings.

Cooling, Fuel Delivery, and EFI Diagnosis

Cooling-system schematics show representative two-stroke and four-stroke arrangements, while the 1100 cc oil-flow chart distinguishes turbo and non-turbo lubrication. Water-pump tool references include the Water Pump Bearing and Seal Tool Kit P/N 0644-557 and Oil Seal Protector Tool P/N 0644-219.

Carbureted coverage includes pre-maintenance checks, jet and cable work, and rich/lean fault charts. EFI sections relate regulator, injector, fuel-pump, filter, and vent-hose faults to operating symptoms. Temperature-sensor charts and oil-injection output/check-valve tests support component diagnosis.

The engine and fuel fault charts help separate ignition, fuel-delivery, and internal mechanical causes before a test or teardown procedure is selected.

Separate diagnostic references: For 800/1000/1100 cc EFI testing, the book refers to the separate EFI Diagnostic System Manual, Laptop Diagnostic Tool, and diagnostic test kit. It also references the EFI Analyzer Usage Manual for 500/600 cc testing. Specific four-stroke EFI electrical tests are referred to the Arctic Cat Diagnostic System Manual or Laptop Diagnostic Tool.

Electrical Tests and Model-Specific Wiring

Electrical coverage extends to voltage regulators, low-oil and coolant sensors, fuel pumps, starter circuits, shift actuators, and reverse switches. Warmer circuits, seat-heater switches, and speedometer sensors have their own tests, alongside an electric-start troubleshooting chart. Tool callouts include the CCU Diagnostic Test Kit P/N 0644-517.

The wiring section contains 32 color-coded layouts: five magneto configurations and 27 harness sheets. Examples include the F570/Bearcat 570/T570 Main Harness, CFR/Crossfire/M-Series Hood Harness, TZ1/Z1 turbo harnesses, and dedicated Sno Pro layouts.

Clutches, Gearcases, Brakes, and Track

Center-distance, offset, and parallelism checks support clutch setup. Driven-shaft and gearcase chapters cover internal components and reverse adjustment, with drive-sprocket replacement also documented. Brake work reaches the caliper and master cylinder. Troubleshooting charts address clutch/belt behavior, hydraulic faults, track ratcheting, and wear-strip problems.

Tool references identify the Drive Clutch Puller P/N 0744-062 and Clutch Alignment Bar P/N 0644-496. An incorrect puller or impact-tightened clutch fastener can damage the clutch or stationary sheave.

Skid Frames, Shocks, Steering, and Body

Rear-suspension chapters distinguish Bearcat XT, CFR, Crossfire/M-Series, F-Series/Z1, and Bearcat 570/T-Series/EXT skid frames. Shock coverage includes ACT repair, Fox Air rebuilding/recharging, Fox Zero Pro service, and rebuildable-shock pressurization. The Floating Piston Installation/Location Tool Kit P/N 0644-402 is listed for suspension work.

Steering and body sections address posts, tie rods, spindles, front suspension, consoles, gas tank/seat assemblies, windshields, tunnel components, and headlight aim. Incorrect skid-frame mounting locations can damage shocks and suspension components.

Reference tables supply torque conversions, fluid capacities, fuel and ignition specifications, electrical test values, high-altitude clutching/carburetion guidance, gearcase calibrations, and suspension/track data.

Safety comes first in the bay: verify the specified torque, clearance, fuel-system, brake, and suspension procedures before assembly or operation.

Selected Leak-Down and Oil-Pressure Test Data

The two-stroke leak-down section specifies an 8 psi test-pressure ceiling and a maximum pressure loss of 1 psi per minute.

For the 1100 cc four-stroke, the oil-pressure specification is 29 psi ±20% at 4,000 rpm with the engine at running temperature.