Basic Information Identification Make: Arctic Cat Model: ATV 500 TRV Year: 2004 Color Variant: Cat Green Engine Type: Internal Combustion Drivetrain: 4x4 Transmission Type: Automatic Body Style: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Product Type: Parts Manual Product Format: PDF Download Introduction Market Position Segment: Mid-size utility ATV, targeting recreational and utility users. Competitive Analysis Competitors: Polaris Sportsman 500, Can-Am Outlander 500, Yamaha Kodiak 400/450. Key Features Vehicle Attributes: 4x4 capability, automatic transmission, TRV designation likely indicating a longer wheelbase or dual-seat configuration, 500cc engine. Transmission Feature: The 'Automatic Transmission' and '4X4' are defining characteristics for utility and all-weather capability. Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Systems: Accelerator, Air Intake, Battery and Starter Motor, Cam Chain, Clutch, V-Belt, Magneto Cover, Cooling, Crank Balancer, Crankshaft and Piston, Cylinder, Cylinder Head and Camshaft/Valve, Engine and Exhaust, Magneto, Oil Filter/Pump, Starter Clutch, Throttle Body, Water Pump Drivetrain Systems: Drive Train, Front Drive Gearcase, Secondary Drive, Secondary Transmission, Transmission Chassis And Suspension: Frame and Related Parts, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Sway Bar Braking Systems: Front Brake, Rear and Parking Brake Electrical Systems: Wiring Harness Body And Comfort: Canopy and Taillight, Cargo Box and Tailgate, Console, Floor Panel, Dash, Gas Tank, Hood and Headlight, Seat, Tilt Frame, Wheel and Tire Control Systems: Gear Shifting, Shifter, Steering Page Count Estimated Pages: Likely extensive, covering all listed components. Specific page count not provided, but typical for factory parts manuals of this era. Manual Type Type: Factory Parts Manual Description: Provides detailed illustrations and exploded views of all parts, along with part numbers, for the specified Arctic Cat ATV model. Essential for part identification and ordering. Language Language: English Format File Format: PDF Features: Instant Download, Printable, Zoomable, Searchable Text System Requirements Software: Adobe Reader, Foxit Reader, or compatible PDF reader Manual Coverage Systems Covered Breadth: Comprehensive coverage of all mechanical, electrical, and chassis components. Auxiliary Systems: Includes components for lights, battery, starter, and basic electrical harnesses. Drivetrain Components: Detailed breakdown of front and rear drive gearcases, drive shafts, differentials, and axle components. Procedures Included Actions: Part identification, part number referencing, assembly and disassembly visualization. Assembly Disassembly: Detailed exploded views clearly illustrate how components are assembled and disassembled, crucial for part identification during repairs. Part Identification: Primary function is to provide OEM part numbers, cross-references, and visual identification for all parts, including hardware and small components. Technical Depth Level: Component-level detail. Focuses on identifying and listing individual parts and their relationships within assemblies. Does not provide repair procedures or diagnostic information. Diagnostic Scope: Zero diagnostic or troubleshooting procedures. This is strictly a parts catalog. Manual Specifications File Format Type: Digital PDF Searchability: Searchable text allows for quick location of specific part numbers or component names. Print Quality Resolution: High resolution, suitable for printing detailed diagrams. Scalability: Zoomable feature in PDF format allows users to magnify diagrams for close inspection of small parts or connections. Binding Type Physical Binding: Not applicable (digital download) Paper Type Physical Paper: Not applicable (digital download) Engine Specifications Primary Engine Manufacturer: Arctic Cat (likely sourced or based on a common ATV engine design) Displacement: Approximately 500cc (specific internal code or exact CC may vary, but 500 is standard designation). Configuration: Likely a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke engine. Some Arctic Cat models of this era utilized Rotax engines. Valve Train: Likely SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) configuration for the cylinder head. Performance Horsepower: Estimated 25-30 HP (typical for 500cc class at the time). Torque: Estimated 30-35 lb-ft (typical for 500cc class at the time). Fuel System Induction: Likely carbureted (e.g., Mikuni or Keihin) for this model year, though some advanced models might have had EFI. The 'Throttle Body' listed suggests potential EFI. Transmission Standard Type: Automatic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) Drive Modes: 2WD/4WD selector, potentially with differential lock options. Gear Reduction: CVT typically includes high and low range gear reduction for different terrain and towing needs. Features Secondary Drive: Likely a belt-driven CVT system with primary and secondary clutches. Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase: Likely extended for TRV (Touring/Recreational Vehicle) designation, potentially around 50-55 inches, allowing for a passenger. Weights Dry Weight: Estimated 600-650 lbs (typical for a 500cc 4x4 automatic ATV). Towing Capacity: Typically rated for 1000-1500 lbs towing capacity for this class of ATV. Safety Features Ratings Certification: Likely certified by ANSI (American National Standards Institute) for ATV safety standards. Active Features Braking System: Hydraulic disc brakes on all wheels, likely with a sealed rear brake system for protection from elements. Passive Features Lighting: Headlights, taillight, and brake light. Technology Features Infotainment Features: Minimal. Primarily focused on core ATV functionality. May include a basic LCD display for gear indication, fuel level, and odometer. Driver Assistance Features: Limited to the 4x4 drivetrain system and engine braking from the CVT. Connectivity Features: None Maintenance Service Intervals Engine Oil Change: Refer to the corresponding Owner's Manual for specific intervals, typically every 100 hours or...
4x4 capability, automatic transmission, TRV designation likely indicating a longer wheelbase or dual-seat configuration, 500cc engine.
Transmission Feature:
The 'Automatic Transmission' and '4X4' are defining characteristics for utility and all-weather capability.
Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Engine Systems:
Accelerator, Air Intake, Battery and Starter Motor, Cam Chain, Clutch, V-Belt, Magneto Cover, Cooling, Crank Balancer, Crankshaft and Piston, Cylinder, Cylinder Head and Camshaft/Valve, Engine and Exhaust, Magneto, Oil Filter/Pump, Starter Clutch, Throttle Body, Water Pump
Drivetrain Systems:
Drive Train, Front Drive Gearcase, Secondary Drive, Secondary Transmission, Transmission
Chassis And Suspension:
Frame and Related Parts, Front Suspension, Rear Suspension, Sway Bar
Braking Systems:
Front Brake, Rear and Parking Brake
Electrical Systems:
Wiring Harness
Body And Comfort:
Canopy and Taillight, Cargo Box and Tailgate, Console, Floor Panel, Dash, Gas Tank, Hood and Headlight, Seat, Tilt Frame, Wheel and Tire
Control Systems:
Gear Shifting, Shifter, Steering
Page Count
Estimated Pages:
Likely extensive, covering all listed components. Specific page count not provided, but typical for factory parts manuals of this era.
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Parts Manual
Description:
Provides detailed illustrations and exploded views of all parts, along with part numbers, for the specified Arctic Cat ATV model. Essential for part identification and ordering.
Language
Language:
English
Format
File Format:
PDF
Features:
Instant Download, Printable, Zoomable, Searchable Text
System Requirements
Software:
Adobe Reader, Foxit Reader, or compatible PDF reader
Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Breadth:
Comprehensive coverage of all mechanical, electrical, and chassis components.
Auxiliary Systems:
Includes components for lights, battery, starter, and basic electrical harnesses.
Drivetrain Components:
Detailed breakdown of front and rear drive gearcases, drive shafts, differentials, and axle components.
Procedures Included
Actions:
Part identification, part number referencing, assembly and disassembly visualization.
Assembly Disassembly:
Detailed exploded views clearly illustrate how components are assembled and disassembled, crucial for part identification during repairs.
Part Identification:
Primary function is to provide OEM part numbers, cross-references, and visual identification for all parts, including hardware and small components.
Technical Depth
Level:
Component-level detail. Focuses on identifying and listing individual parts and their relationships within assemblies. Does not provide repair procedures or diagnostic information.
Diagnostic Scope:
Zero diagnostic or troubleshooting procedures. This is strictly a parts catalog.
Manual Specifications
File Format
Type:
Digital PDF
Searchability:
Searchable text allows for quick location of specific part numbers or component names.
Print Quality
Resolution:
High resolution, suitable for printing detailed diagrams.
Scalability:
Zoomable feature in PDF format allows users to magnify diagrams for close inspection of small parts or connections.
Binding Type
Physical Binding:
Not applicable (digital download)
Paper Type
Physical Paper:
Not applicable (digital download)
Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Manufacturer:
Arctic Cat (likely sourced or based on a common ATV engine design)
Displacement:
Approximately 500cc (specific internal code or exact CC may vary, but 500 is standard designation).
Configuration:
Likely a single-cylinder, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke engine. Some Arctic Cat models of this era utilized Rotax engines.
Valve Train:
Likely SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft) configuration for the cylinder head.
Performance
Horsepower:
Estimated 25-30 HP (typical for 500cc class at the time).
Torque:
Estimated 30-35 lb-ft (typical for 500cc class at the time).
Fuel System
Induction:
Likely carbureted (e.g., Mikuni or Keihin) for this model year, though some advanced models might have had EFI. The 'Throttle Body' listed suggests potential EFI.
2WD/4WD selector, potentially with differential lock options.
Gear Reduction:
CVT typically includes high and low range gear reduction for different terrain and towing needs.
Features
Secondary Drive:
Likely a belt-driven CVT system with primary and secondary clutches.
Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase:
Likely extended for TRV (Touring/Recreational Vehicle) designation, potentially around 50-55 inches, allowing for a passenger.
Weights
Dry Weight:
Estimated 600-650 lbs (typical for a 500cc 4x4 automatic ATV).
Towing Capacity:
Typically rated for 1000-1500 lbs towing capacity for this class of ATV.
Safety Features
Ratings
Certification:
Likely certified by ANSI (American National Standards Institute) for ATV safety standards.
Active Features
Braking System:
Hydraulic disc brakes on all wheels, likely with a sealed rear brake system for protection from elements.
Passive Features
Lighting:
Headlights, taillight, and brake light.
Technology Features
Infotainment
Features:
Minimal. Primarily focused on core ATV functionality. May include a basic LCD display for gear indication, fuel level, and odometer.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Limited to the 4x4 drivetrain system and engine braking from the CVT.
Connectivity
Features:
None
Maintenance
Service Intervals
Engine Oil Change:
Refer to the corresponding Owner's Manual for specific intervals, typically every 100 hours or 1000 miles, and after initial break-in.
Air Filter Cleaning:
Frequent checks and cleaning/replacement recommended, especially in dusty conditions.
Transmission Fluid Check:
Regular inspection of CVT belt condition and proper tension. Transmission oil change intervals would be specified in the Owner's Manual.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
Likely SAE 10W-40 or 20W-50 motorcycle-specific or ATV engine oil meeting API SG, SH, SJ, or higher specifications. Specific viscosity dependent on climate.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixture, typically 50/50 with distilled water.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Gearcase Oil:
Likely a specialized gear oil or heavy-duty transmission fluid for the front and rear gearcases. Specific SAE grade and API service classification required.
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
CVT belt wear, wheel bearing wear, occasional electrical connector issues, brake pad wear.
Engine Issues:
While generally reliable, older engines can develop issues with valve adjustments, carburetor gumming, or water pump seals.
Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Focus:
Arctic Cat has a long history in powersports, originating with snowmobiles and expanding into ATVs and UTVs.
Model Evolution
2004 Context:
The 2004 model represents Arctic Cat's established presence in the ATV market, offering robust utility and recreational models.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Typically manufactured in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, USA.
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