Basic Information Identification Make: Arctic Cat Model: ATV 700 EFI Year: 2008 Color: CAT GREEN Codes Trim Level: FIS (Forward Impact System) Introduction Market Position Vehicle Category: High-performance All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Target Audience: Off-road enthusiasts, utility users, recreational riders seeking robust performance and 4x4 capability. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors 2008 Atv Market: Polaris Sportsman 700/800, Can-Am Outlander 800, Yamaha Grizzly 700. Key Features Engine Type: 700cc EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) engine Drivetrain: 4x4 with FIS (Forward Impact System - likely referring to an automatic engagement 4WD system or a specific drive mode). Transmission: Automatic Transmission (CVT - Continuously Variable Transmission) Manual Utility: Provides comprehensive parts identification for maintenance, repair, and restoration of the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI. Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: Complete Parts Manual Specific Systems Detailed: Accelerator, Air Intake, Battery And Starter Motor, Cam Chain, Canopy And Taillight, Cargo Box And Tailgate, Clutch, V-Belt, Magneto Cover, Console, Floor Panel, Cooling, Crank Balancer, Crankshaft And Piston, Cylinder, Cylinder Head And Camshaft/Valve, Dash, Drive Train, Engine And Exhaust, Frame And Related Parts, Front Brake, Front Drive Gearcase, Front Suspension, Gas Tank, Gear Shifting, Hood And Headlight, Magneto, Oil Filter/Pump, Rear And Parking Brake, Rear Suspension, Seat, Secondary Drive, Secondary Transmission, Shifter, Starter Clutch, Steering, Sway Bar, Throttle Body, Tilt Frame, Transmission, Water Pump, Wheel And Tire, Wiring Harness Page Count Estimated Page Count: Not specified, but typical for a comprehensive factory parts manual covering all listed systems. Manual Type Type: Factory Full Parts Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, Transmission, Drive Train, Secondary Drive, Starter Clutch, Starter Motor, Magneto, Fuel System (Throttle Body, Air Intake) Chassis And Suspension: Frame, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Steering, Sway Bar, Wheels and Tires Braking System: Front Brake, Rear Brake, Parking Brake Electrical System: Battery, Wiring Harness, Magneto, Lights (Headlight, Taillight) Body And Accessories: Canopy, Cargo Box, Tailgate, Console, Floor Panel, Dash, Hood, Seat, Gas Tank Procedures Included Procedure Type: Parts Identification and Sourcing Detail Level: Exploded views, detailed illustrations, and comprehensive parts lists for all components. Technical Depth Depth: Highly detailed for parts identification and ordering, essential for repair and restoration. Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Print Quality Printability: Printable Zoomability: Zoomable Searchability: Searchable Text Binding Type Binding: Digital Download (PDF) - No physical binding. Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Displacement: Approximately 700cc (specific bore and stroke would be detailed in the manual itself). Engine Type: 4-stroke, Single-cylinder (common for this class of ATV, although V-twin configurations exist). Cooling System: Liquid-cooled (indicated by 'Cooling' in manual coverage). Performance Horsepower Estimated: Typically in the 45-55 HP range for a 700cc ATV of this era. Torque Estimated: Torque figures would be specific but generally strong for utility and trail riding. Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Throttle Body: Covered in manual detail. Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Automatic Transmission (CVT) Drive Modes: 4x4 with FIS (likely features selectable 2WD/4WD and possibly differential lock options). Features Clutch System: Primary and Secondary clutch system (V-belt driven), detailed in manual. Gear Shifting: Includes shifter mechanisms and related components. Likely High/Low range gear selection. Drive Train: Front and Rear drive train components, including drive shafts and gearcases, are covered. Dimensions Exterior Overall Length Estimated: Typically around 80-85 inches for a 700cc class ATV. Overall Width Estimated: Typically around 45-50 inches for a 700cc class ATV. Overall Height Estimated: Typically around 45-50 inches for a 700cc class ATV. Weights Dry Weight Estimated: Likely in the 600-650 lbs range. Towing Capacity Estimated: Typically around 1000-1500 lbs for utility ATVs of this size. Cargo Rack Capacity Front Estimated: Often around 50-75 lbs. Rack Capacity Rear Estimated: Often around 100-150 lbs. Cargo Box Tailgate: Covered in manual. Safety Features Ratings Atv Safety Standards: Adheres to ANSI/SVIA standards for ATVs. Active Features Braking System: Hydraulic disc brakes on both front and rear, detailed in manual. Parking Brake: Integrated parking brake mechanism, covered in manual. Passive Features Lighting: Headlights and taillights for visibility, components listed in manual. Chassis Design: Robust frame construction for stability and durability. Fis: Forward Impact System - implies a design consideration for front-end durability or rider protection. Specific components covered. Technology Features Infotainment Features 2008 Atv: Basic ATV technology focused on performance and utility. No advanced infotainment systems like car audio. Driver Assistance Features 2008 Atv: EFI system for optimized fuel delivery and performance. FIS (Forward Impact System) might imply some advanced drive management. Connectivity Features 2008 Atv: No electronic connectivity features (Bluetooth, GPS integration) on this model. Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 100 hours or 12 months, though the manual would specify exact intervals and fluid types. Air Filter Maintenance: Regular inspection and cleaning/replacement, detailed in manual. Spark Plug Replacement: Recommended replacement at specific hour intervals. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil...
Provides comprehensive parts identification for maintenance, repair, and restoration of the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI.
Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
Complete Parts Manual
Specific Systems Detailed:
Accelerator, Air Intake, Battery And Starter Motor, Cam Chain, Canopy And Taillight, Cargo Box And Tailgate, Clutch, V-Belt, Magneto Cover, Console, Floor Panel, Cooling, Crank Balancer, Crankshaft And Piston, Cylinder, Cylinder Head And Camshaft/Valve, Dash, Drive Train, Engine And Exhaust, Frame And Related Parts, Front Brake, Front Drive Gearcase, Front Suspension, Gas Tank, Gear Shifting, Hood And Headlight, Magneto, Oil Filter/Pump, Rear And Parking Brake, Rear Suspension, Seat, Secondary Drive, Secondary Transmission, Shifter, Starter Clutch, Steering, Sway Bar, Throttle Body, Tilt Frame, Transmission, Water Pump, Wheel And Tire, Wiring Harness
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Not specified, but typical for a comprehensive factory parts manual covering all listed systems.
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Full Parts Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF
Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Powertrain:
Engine, Transmission, Drive Train, Secondary Drive, Starter Clutch, Starter Motor, Magneto, Fuel System (Throttle Body, Air Intake)
Chassis And Suspension:
Frame, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Steering, Sway Bar, Wheels and Tires
Canopy, Cargo Box, Tailgate, Console, Floor Panel, Dash, Hood, Seat, Gas Tank
Procedures Included
Procedure Type:
Parts Identification and Sourcing
Detail Level:
Exploded views, detailed illustrations, and comprehensive parts lists for all components.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Highly detailed for parts identification and ordering, essential for repair and restoration.
Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable
Zoomability:
Zoomable
Searchability:
Searchable Text
Binding Type
Binding:
Digital Download (PDF) - No physical binding.
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Displacement:
Approximately 700cc (specific bore and stroke would be detailed in the manual itself).
Engine Type:
4-stroke, Single-cylinder (common for this class of ATV, although V-twin configurations exist).
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled (indicated by 'Cooling' in manual coverage).
Performance
Horsepower Estimated:
Typically in the 45-55 HP range for a 700cc ATV of this era.
Torque Estimated:
Torque figures would be specific but generally strong for utility and trail riding.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Throttle Body:
Covered in manual detail.
Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Drive Modes:
4x4 with FIS (likely features selectable 2WD/4WD and possibly differential lock options).
Features
Clutch System:
Primary and Secondary clutch system (V-belt driven), detailed in manual.
Gear Shifting:
Includes shifter mechanisms and related components. Likely High/Low range gear selection.
Drive Train:
Front and Rear drive train components, including drive shafts and gearcases, are covered.
Dimensions
Exterior
Overall Length Estimated:
Typically around 80-85 inches for a 700cc class ATV.
Overall Width Estimated:
Typically around 45-50 inches for a 700cc class ATV.
Overall Height Estimated:
Typically around 45-50 inches for a 700cc class ATV.
Weights
Dry Weight Estimated:
Likely in the 600-650 lbs range.
Towing Capacity Estimated:
Typically around 1000-1500 lbs for utility ATVs of this size.
Cargo
Rack Capacity Front Estimated:
Often around 50-75 lbs.
Rack Capacity Rear Estimated:
Often around 100-150 lbs.
Cargo Box Tailgate:
Covered in manual.
Safety Features
Ratings
Atv Safety Standards:
Adheres to ANSI/SVIA standards for ATVs.
Active Features
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brakes on both front and rear, detailed in manual.
Parking Brake:
Integrated parking brake mechanism, covered in manual.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Headlights and taillights for visibility, components listed in manual.
Chassis Design:
Robust frame construction for stability and durability.
Fis:
Forward Impact System - implies a design consideration for front-end durability or rider protection. Specific components covered.
Technology Features
Infotainment
Features 2008 Atv:
Basic ATV technology focused on performance and utility. No advanced infotainment systems like car audio.
Driver Assistance
Features 2008 Atv:
EFI system for optimized fuel delivery and performance. FIS (Forward Impact System) might imply some advanced drive management.
Connectivity
Features 2008 Atv:
No electronic connectivity features (Bluetooth, GPS integration) on this model.
Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 100 hours or 12 months, though the manual would specify exact intervals and fluid types.
Air Filter Maintenance:
Regular inspection and cleaning/replacement, detailed in manual.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Recommended replacement at specific hour intervals.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type Typical:
SAE 10W-40 motorcycle or ATV specific synthetic oil (refer to manual for exact specification and capacity).
Coolant Type Typical:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze, mixed 50/50 with distilled water (refer to manual for exact type and capacity).
Transmission Fluid Type Typical:
CVT transmission often uses proprietary fluid or specific CVT fluid; manual is crucial for this.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
V-belt wear, suspension bushings, brake pads, and potential EFI sensor issues are common across ATVs of this era. Manual assists in diagnosis and part replacement.
Parts Ordering Assistance
Manual Benefit:
Provides exact Arctic Cat OEM part numbers for all components, facilitating accurate ordering from dealerships or online parts suppliers.
Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Arctic Cat Atv History:
Arctic Cat has a long history in powersports, including snowmobiles and ATVs, known for robust engineering.
Model Evolution
700 Efi Model Line:
The 700 EFI was a flagship model for Arctic Cat in the late 2000s, offering a balance of power and utility.
Production
Manufacturing Location Typical:
Arctic Cat ATVs are typically manufactured in the United States, often in Thief River Falls, Minnesota.
Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Industry Awards 2008 Atv:
Specific awards for the 2008 Arctic Cat 700 EFI are not widely documented in general industry reviews, but it was a respected model in its class for performance and value.