9. Install the tie rods on the steering post; then secure
with lock nuts (threads coated with green Loctite
#609) and washers. Tighten to 20 ft-lb.
10. Place the steering post in position in the lower steer-
ing post bearing and on the steering post support.
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11. Place the upper steering post bearing into position on
the steering post and support; then secure with the
bearing retainer, cap screws, and lock nuts.
IO060A
12. Position the throttle cable in the bracket; then connect
the cable to the throttle lever. Tighten the adjustment
jam nuts securely.
IO057B
NOTE: At this point, install the drive chain (see
Drive Chain and Sprockets section).
13. Install the choke cable into the bracket and carburetor
butterfly arm. Adjust the cable and secure with the
jam nuts and pinch screw.
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14. Install the breather tube into the air cleaner case.
15. Connect the engine wiring harness to the main wiring
harness; then secure the wiring harnesses with a cable
tie.
16. Connect the fuel hose to the carburetor; then turn the
gas tank shut-off valve to the OPEN position.
Changing Oil
NOTE: The front of the snowmobile must be ele-
vated until the bottom of the front bumper is approxi-
mately 18.5" from the floor so the engine is in a level
position when checking/changing the oil. Also, assure
the engine is “cooled down” to room temperature to
allow the oil to drain into the sump.
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1. Remove the access plug; then place a drain pan
beneath the engine.
2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, release the hood latch;
then release the two hold-down straps and open the
hood.
3. Loosen the oil level stick; then remove the oil drain
plug from the crankcase and allow the oil to drain.
4. Install the drain plug; then tighten to 12 ft-lb.
5. Remove the oil level stick; then pour 600 ml (20.3 fl
oz) of recommended oil into the fill hole.
6. Install the oil level stick; then install the access plug.
7. Close the hood and secure with the straps and latch.
