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Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection
Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile's reliability and cause
needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any snowmobile trip,
a visual inspection will uncover potential problems. Check the follow-
ing items on a weekly basis or before any long trip:
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Check suspension mounting bolts for
tightness.
NOTE:
To check the Touring rear suspen-
sion mounting bolts, remove the
access plugs
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) in the skirt.
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Check rear idler wheel bolts for tight-
ness. See page 113.
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Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts
for tightness.
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Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.
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Check rail slide condition.
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Check track tension. See page 112.
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Lubricate all rear suspension components. See page 80.
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Check ski runner/skag condition. See page 117.
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Check ski spindle bolts for tightness.
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Check tie rod end nuts for tightness.
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