This manual covers the Arctic Cat Puma snowmobile models from the production years 1971, 1972, and 1973. Arctic Cat, a manufacturer with a significant heritage in powersports, produced the Puma as part of its early contributions to the snowmobile industry. These models represent a pioneering era in snowmobile development, offering a robust platform for recreational use. The engineering quality and reliability of these vintage machines are supported by the comprehensive service information contained within this document, empowering owners to maintain their vehicles effectively. This comprehensive workshop and service manual provides detailed information for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of your Arctic Cat Puma. It includes extensive coverage of all major systems, such as engine servicing for single cylinder, twin cylinder, and Wankel rotary configurations, as well as detailed sections on carburetion (Walbro and Tillotson), electrical systems, drive belts, and various transmission types including Salsbury and Arctic Drive systems. With step-by-step repair procedures, hundreds of photos and illustrations, and essential technical specifications, this manual is an indispensable resource for do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional mechanics alike, ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of your vintage snowmobile. 🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Arctic Cat Model: Puma Years Covered: 1971, 1972, 1973 Codes Manual Format: PDF Download 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Do-it-yourselfers and experienced mechanics Competitive Analysis Advantage Over Paper: Less expensive, more convenient, printable selective pages, durable digital format Key Features Completeness: Complete official full factory service repair manual Cost Effectiveness: Inexpensive way to keep vehicle working properly, saves money on mechanics Usability: Easy to use, provides comprehensive information Knowledge Gain User Benefit: Makes user up-to-date and more knowledgeable, empowers self-repair 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Focus: Service and Repair Content Scope: Complete official full factory service repair manual Page Count Estimated Pages: Hundreds Manual Type Type: Workshop Manual / Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Digital Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered General Identification: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Identification Specifications: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Specifications Conversion Charts: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Conversion Chart Engine Servicing Single Cylinder: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Engine Servicing (Single Cylinder) Engine Servicing Twin Cylinder: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Engine Servicing (Twin Cylinder) Engine Servicing Wankel: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Engine Servicing (Wankel) Carburetion Walbro: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Carburetion (Walbro) Carburetion Tillotson: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Carburetion (Tillotson) Electrical System: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Electrical System Drive Belt: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Drive Belt Transmission General: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission Transmission Salsbury 910: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission (Salsbury 910 Drive) Transmission Salsbury 780: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission (Salsbury 780 Drive) Transmission Salsbury 770: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission (Salsbury 770 Drive) Transmission Arctic Drive: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission (Arctic Drive) Transmission Arctic Driven: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Transmission (Arctic Driven) Suspension: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Suspension Steering: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Steering Ski: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Ski Body: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Body Tools: Arctic Cat Puma 1971 1972 1973 Tools Procedures Included Repair Procedures: Step-by-step instructions based on complete disassembly of the machine Maintenance: Standard maintenance procedures Troubleshooting: Implied through comprehensive repair and service information Specific Repairs: Brake repair, suspension component replacement, engine tuning Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive: from basic maintenance to complete disassembly and repair Illustrations Visual Aid Quality: Hundreds of photos and illustrations 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Compatibility: All Versions of Windows AND Mac Access Method: Downloadable, accessible via web browser on any computer or mobile device Print Quality Printability: Printable (entirety or specific pages) Binding Type Physical Binding: Not Applicable (Digital Format) Paper Type Physical Paper: Not Applicable (Digital Format) Software Requirements Reader Software: Adobe PDF Reader Unzipping Software: Winzip (or equivalent) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Types Covered: Single Cylinder, Twin Cylinder, Wankel Rotary Performance Specific Hp Torque: Specific figures not provided in product description, but manual covers engine servicing Fuel System Carburetor Brands: Walbro, Tillotson 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Types: Salsbury 910 Drive, Salsbury 780 Drive, Salsbury 770 Drive, Arctic Drive, Arctic Driven Optional Transmission Options: Specific optional configurations not detailed, but multiple drive systems covered Features Transmission Coverage: Detailed servicing and repair information for various transmission systems 📐 Dimensions Exterior Vehicle Type: Snowmobile (implied by 'Arctic Cat' and 'Puma' model context) Interior Seating Capacity: Not specified in product description Cargo Storage Capacity: Not specified in product description Weights Curb Weight: Not specified in product description 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Data: Not applicable to vintage snowmobiles in this format Active Features Braking System: Manual covers brake repair Passive Features Chassis Structure: Bodywork and suspension coverage...
This manual covers the Arctic Cat Puma snowmobile models from the production years 1971, 1972, and 1973. Arctic Cat, a manufacturer with a significant heritage in powersports, produced the Puma as part of its early contributions to the snowmobile industry. These models represent a pioneering era in snowmobile development, offering a robust platform for recreational use. The engineering quality and reliability of these vintage machines are supported by the comprehensive service information contained within this document, empowering owners to maintain their vehicles effectively.
This comprehensive workshop and service manual provides detailed information for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of your Arctic Cat Puma. It includes extensive coverage of all major systems, such as engine servicing for single cylinder, twin cylinder, and Wankel rotary configurations, as well as detailed sections on carburetion (Walbro and Tillotson), electrical systems, drive belts, and various transmission types including Salsbury and Arctic Drive systems. With step-by-step repair procedures, hundreds of photos and illustrations, and essential technical specifications, this manual is an indispensable resource for do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional mechanics alike, ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of your vintage snowmobile.
🏷️ Basic Information
Identification
Make:
Arctic Cat
Model:
Puma
Years Covered:
1971, 1972, 1973
Codes
Manual Format:
PDF Download
👋 Introduction
Market Position
Target Audience:
Do-it-yourselfers and experienced mechanics
Competitive Analysis
Advantage Over Paper:
Less expensive, more convenient, printable selective pages, durable digital format
Key Features
Completeness:
Complete official full factory service repair manual
Cost Effectiveness:
Inexpensive way to keep vehicle working properly, saves money on mechanics
Usability:
Easy to use, provides comprehensive information
Knowledge Gain
User Benefit:
Makes user up-to-date and more knowledgeable, empowers self-repair
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Focus:
Service and Repair
Content Scope:
Complete official full factory service repair manual