BOMBARDIER ski-doo Tundra Scandic 2004 Series, Shop Manual

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Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 06 (SUSPENSION AND TRACK)
03-06-2
MMR2004-110_03_06A.FM
SYMPTOM REAR SUSPENSION IS TOO STIFF.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection 1. Check rear spring preload.
a. Too much preload.
Adjust to a softer position.
2. Check springs.
a. Springs installed are too stiff.
Install optional softer springs, refer to Service Bulletin SPRING REFERENCE AC-
CORDING TO LOAD.
3. Check the rear shock motion ratio position.
a. It is adjusted in firm position.
Adjust rear shock motion ratio to soft position.
4. Check track tension.
a. Track is too tight.
Adjust.
5. Check if axles are properly lubricated.
a. Improper lubrication and/or contaminated grease (sticky oil sludge).
Clean and/or lubricate.
SYMPTOM WHEN HANDLEBAR IS TURNED, SNOWMOBILE UNDERSTEERS.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
Test/Inspection 1. Check ski runner condition.
a. Worn ski runners.
Replace.
2. Check ski spring preload.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Increase spring preload.
3. Check if front arm stopper strap is too long.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Shorten stopper strap.
4. Check front arm spring preload.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Loosen spring tension.