TRACK LUBRICATION
The slide rail needs snow for lubrication. Excessive wear indicates insufficient
lubrication. A new rail slide can cause faster heat build-up in limited lubrication,
resulting in excessive wear.
WARNING
Operating with insufficient lubrication between the rail slide and track guide
clips can cause track failure, loss of vehicle control and loss of braking ability,
which can result in serious injury or death. Avoid operating for extended
periods on ice and other surfaces that have little or no snow for lubrication.
If excessive rail slide wear occurs due to poor snow conditions, additional wheel
kits are available. Your dealer can provide more information.
Track damage or failure caused by operation on ice or under other poor
lubrication conditions will void the track warranty.
TRACK TENSION
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain correct tension
and alignment.
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
SUSPENSION
SLACK
MEASUREMENT
WEIGHT
MEASUREMENT
LOCATION
All Models
7/8-1 1/8 inch
(2.2-2.6 cm)
10 lbs.
(4.54 kg)
16 inches (40 cm)
ahead of rear idler
shaft
TIP
Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is warmed up and
limber.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the snowmobile and safely support it off the ground.
3. Place the recommended weight or downward pressure on the track at the
specified distance (see chart) ahead of the center of the rear idler wheel.
4. Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
5. Check for specified slack between the wear surface of the track clip and the
plastic slider. Refer to the Track Tension Data Chart above.
If the track needs adjustment:
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