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Page 2: ...SPIRIT NUVIK MIRAGE SUPER SONIC ULTRA SON IC SONIC FORMULA AFTER SALES SERV ICE BOM BA RDIER INC VALCOUR T QUEBEC CANADA JOE 2LO Duality tJ Service The foll owing are trademarks of Bom bardier Inc BOMBARDIER EVEREST SKI OQO CITAT ION ALPINE OLYMPIQUE BUZZARD T NT CAARY BOOSE SKANDIC ELAN NOROIK ELITE SAFARI GRAN D PRIX SPECIA L ...

Page 3: ...wed could cause personal injury _ CAUTION Denotes an instruction which if not followed could se verely damage vehicle components O NOTE Indicates supplementary information needed to fully com plete an instruction Although the mere reading of such in formation does not eliminate the haz ard your understanding of the infor mation will promote its correct use WARNING The engines and the corresponding...

Page 4: ...nsidered an illegal operation Installation of other than standard equipment including ski spreaders bumpers pack racks etc could severely affect the stability and safe ly of your vehicle Avoid adding on accessories that alter the basic ve hicle configuration Wh enever the vehicle is parked out doors overn ight or for a long peri od it is suggested to protect it against the inclemency of the weathe...

Page 5: ...steering mechanism drive axle slide suspension cnamcese oil level oil injection system rotary valve system MAINTENANCE Maintenance chart belt guard removal drive belt removal drive belt condi tion new drive belt brake condition brake adjustment spark plugs bat tery suspension condition stopper strap condition suspension adjustment track cond ition track tension and alignment drive pulley steering ...

Page 6: ...s transferable to subsequent owner s for remainder of war ranty period from original date of sale 5 EXCLUSIONS ARE NOT WARRANTED Normal wear on all items such as but not limited to drive belts slider shoes spark plugs bulbs runners on skis Replacement parts and or accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER parts and or accessories Damage resulting from installation of parts other than genuine BO...

Page 7: ... some states or provinces do not anow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limita tion may not apply Neither the distributor the selling dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any affirmation representation or warranty other than those contained in this warranty and if made such affirmation representation or warranty shall not be enforceable against BOMBA...

Page 8: ...bile exactly as specified in the Operator s Manual A The warrant y of the new snowmobile canflO be Voided or Cancell ed However If a particular faHure is caused by operation or maintenance other than is snown in the Operator Manual THAT failure may not be covered under warranty This includes service work performed bV the CUStomer especiallV the critical adjustments to ignition timing carburation a...

Page 9: ...Bombardier products are of primary concern to your dealer and Bombardier Inc Normally any problems that arise in connection with the sales transaction or the operation of your snowmobile will be handled by your Dealers Sales or Service Oeoenmeots It is recognized however that despite the best intentions of everyone con cerned misunderstandings will sometimes occur If you have a problem that has no...

Page 10: ...oundland labrador Offices Riverside Dnve P O Box 1050 Corner Brook New foundland A2H 6J3 P09 634 3533 8 1 Kenmount Road P O Box 8 127 St John s Newfoundland A l B 3N1 709 722 6700 HUOSON S BAY CO LTO 165 Hymus Blvd Pointe Ctaire Quebec H9A 1G2 51 4J 697 8500 North West re rrttcrfes Franklin District Keewatin AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS BOMBARDIER CORPORATION A U Stat es felCCluding Alsska l SERVICE OFFI...

Page 11: ... these numbers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of theft LIQUID COOLED ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER FAN COOLED ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER TRACK SERIAL NUMBER VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER O NOTE We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance compa ny It will surely help in the event a snowmobile is stolen 9 ...

Page 12: ... and the engagement of the transmission When released engine speed retu ns automatically to idle M Temperature gauge On liouio cooled model only N Injection oil level pilot lamp Optional on some models 0 High beam pilot lamp Optional on some models P Fuel Gauge Tank Cap OJ Hood opening R Retractable headlamp lever Not applicable for Mirage II B Brake Lever Located on the left side of handlebar Whe...

Page 13: ...l times in order to operate the vehicle WARNING If the switch is used in an emergency situation t he sou rce of malfunct ion should be de termined and corrected before restart ing engine Lower position to stop engine Uppll r positic n Before sllIfl mg El Headlamp Dimmer Switch The dimmer switch allows correct selection of headtamo beam To obtain high or low beam simply flick switch Dl Light Switch...

Page 14: ...r minute RPM of the engine _ CAU TION The t achometer is protected by a fuse if tachom eter stops operating check fuse condi tlon and if necessary replace The fuse is 0 1 amp Do not use a higher rated fuse as this can cause severe damage to the tachometer M Temperature gauge On liquid cooled model only The gauge indicates engine coolant tem perature Normal opereunq tem perature is 50 C 120 Fl Howe...

Page 15: ... Box Located under the hood To gain ac cess tilt hood Ideal location for spare plugs rope first aid kit flashlight etc Fuse Holders Starter electric model Starting system is protected with a 30 amperes rated fuse Fuse holder is lo cated near the starter If starter does not operate check fuse condition and if ne cessary replace Ignition switch electric model Ignition switch and instruments are pro ...

Page 16: ...TION Remove and clean spark plugs after engine break in Belt A new drive belt requires a break in oe tlod of 15 25 km 10 15 rnnes t 10 Hour Inspection As with any precision piece of mechani cal equipment we suggest thaI after the first 10 hours of operation or 30 days af ter the purchase whichever comesfirst your vehicle be checked by your dealer This inspection will give you the oppor tunity to d...

Page 17: ...arm retorque to 50 Nsm 37 Ibf ft Handlebar bolts retorque to 26 Nern 19 Ibf ft Pulley alignment and drive belt condition Track condition tension and alignment l ubrication steering suspension drive axlel Electr ical wi ring loose connections stripped wires damaged insula tionl tighten all loose bolts nuts and linkage Operation of lighting syste m HI I LO beam brake light etc l test operation of em...

Page 18: ...l PIN 496 0133 00 1 liter avail able from your dealer This type of oil will flow at temperatures as low as mi nus 40 C 40 F If Bombardier Snowmobile Injection Oil is unavailable substitute with BLIZ ZARD OIL PI 4960135 00 500 rnl CAUTION Never use outboard or straight mineral oils Oil Injection System Always maintain a sufficient amount of Bombardier Snowmobile injection oil in the injection oil t...

Page 19: ...nt is necessary or if entire system has to be refilled usea solution of 3 parts of anti freeze for 2 parts of water 160 anti freeze 40 water See cooling system in storage O NOTE Always use ethylene glycol antt Ireeze containing corrosion inhibitors specifically recommended for aluminum engines WARNING Before rem oving t he radiator pressure cap place a cl oth over the cap and unscrew it to t he fi...

Page 20: ... sw itch Turn ignition key clockwise until starter engages CAUTION To avoid starter over T heating the crank ng period should never exceed 30 second s and a rest period should be observed between the cranking cycles to let starter cooldown Release key imrredlatefv when engine has started If engine does not start on first lry key must be turned fully back to OFF each time WARNING Do not apply throt...

Page 21: ...nized products and the snow mobile is no exception A weekly vehi cle inspection contributes to the life span of the snowmobile as well as re tains safe and dependable operation It is recommended that the steering sys tem and suspension be lubricated monthly or every 40 hours of operation If the vehicle is operated in wet snow or in severe conditions these items should be lubricated more frequently...

Page 22: ...fittings until grease appears at joints Use low temperature grease only Also lubricate front rear arms at grease fittings O NOTE A needlefitted onto grease gun must be used to lubricate idler wheels Needle Chaincase Oil Level Using the spark plug socket remove the filler cap then using a rigid wire as a dipstick check oil level The oil level on the dipstick should be 50 65 mm 2 to 2 1 2 Replenish ...

Page 23: ... Liquid cooled model CAUTION Check level and refill every time you refuel Rotary Valve System Check reservoir oil level frequently Level should be between level lines of plastic reservoir If necessary replenish to maximum oil level line using Bombar dier snow mobile Injection oil available from your dealer Oil level lines _ ___________21 ...

Page 24: ...ANCE 0 Cl 16 ctl 0 CHART 2 E Q l E cQ l 8 88 8 e55 Ii 3 6N 5 X a Drive belt condition 23 Brake condition 24 Brake adjustment 24 Spark plugs 24 Battery Electric model 25 Suspension condition 25 Suspension stopper strap condition 25 Suspension adjustment as required 25 Track condition 26 Track tension and alignment 26 Drive pulley 27 Steering mechanism 27 Steering adjustment 27 Muffler attachment 28...

Page 25: ...e sliding half Hold in fully open position 4 Slip slackened belt over the top ed ge of the sliding half 5 Slip the belt out from the drive pul ley and remove completely from ve hicle To install t e drive belt reverse the pro cedure Drive Belt Condition Inspect belt for cracks fraying or ab normal wear uneven wear wear on one side missing cogs cracked fabric If abnormal wear is noted probable cause...

Page 26: ...rk plug heat rangel or excessive idling A light grey insulator tip indicates a lean mixture caused by carburetor high speed mixture adjusted too lean wrong spark plug heat range incorrect fuel mixture ratio or a leak ing seal or gasket Brake pads 3 mm 11 8 MINIMUM thickness Brake Condition The brake mechanism on your snow mobile is an essential safety device Keep this mechanism in proper working c...

Page 27: ...ep battery fully charged To charge refer to Bat tery in Storage section Suspension Condition Visually inspect all suspension comp o nents including slider shoes springs wheels etc O NOTE During normal driving snow w ill act as a lubricant and coolant for the slider shoes Extensive riding on ice or sanded snow will create excessive heat build up and cause premature slider shoe wear Stopper Strap Co...

Page 28: ...dealer WARNING Do not operate a snowmobile with a cut torn or damaged track Track Tension and Alignment Tension Lift the rear of vehicle and support with a mechanical stand Allow the slide to extend normally The gap should be 13 mm 1112 between the slider shoe and the bottom inside of the track If the track tension is too loose the track will have a tendency to thump 13 mm 1112 _ CAUTION Too much ...

Page 29: ...crews Check the condition of the skis and the ski runners Replace if more than half worn Retighten Steering Adjustment Skis should have a toe out of 3 mm t iS To check measure the distance between each ski at the front and rear of the leaf springs The front distance should be 3 mm liS more than the rear when the handlebar is horizontal IMPORTANT Closethe front of the skis manually to eliminate all...

Page 30: ... 1 15 FC Fan cooled LC Liquid cooled Respect tightening sequence as follow Fan cooled engine Restrain Parallel iF Tighte Muffler Attachment The engine exhaust system parts are vital toward efficient muffler function Check all attachmen ts Replace the springs and or tighten if necessary _ CAUTION Do not operate vehi cle w ith muffler disconnected otherwise serious engine damage w ill occur Engine H...

Page 31: ...is unattainable con tact your authorized dealer Oil Injection System Injection Oil Filter Condition Inspect oil filter at least once a month Insure that filter is not obstructed by foreign particles if so see your dealer _ CAUTION An obstructed injec tion oil filter will cause oil starva tion resulting in serious engine dam age O NOTE After a storage period it is important that your dealer re plac...

Page 32: ...s correct If belt seems damaged or if tension is incorrect contact your dealer immed i ately WARNING If fan protector is re moved always reinstall after ser vicing Headlamp Beam Aiming The angle of the headlamp beam has been pre adjusted priorto delivery Should you wish re adjustment place the vehi cle on a flat surface 7 6 m 25 from a wall or screen TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW With the suspension correctl...

Page 33: ... of the snowmobile during long period of inactivity consists of checking and replacing missing broken or worn parts proper lubrication and treatment to insure that parts do not become rusted cleaning items such as carbu retor of oil mixtures to prevent gum varnish formation within the carburetor and in general preparing the vehicle so that when the time comes to use the snowmo bile again it will b...

Page 34: ... with a greaseless metal protec tor If unavailable use petroleum jelly Chaincase Drain the chaincase and refill to proper level using fresh chaincase oil To drain remove the chaincase cover Drive Pulley Inspection and cleaning must be per formed by the dealer at the end of each season Cooling System The engine cooling system should be drained and refilled with a new coolant mixture before each sto...

Page 35: ...e ground WARNING Ensure the track is free of ails particles w hich could be thrown out while it is rotating Keep hands tools feet and clothing clear of track Ensure no one is stand ing in close proximity to the vehicle 2 Start the engine and allow it to run at idlespeed until theengine reaches its operational temperature 3 Stop the engine 4 Disconnect the inlet primer hose from the primer valve In...

Page 36: ...nal with the chassis Always disconnect black negative cable first 34 2 Remove the battery vent tube from the vent hole 3 Lift out the battery 4 Clean outside surface of battery with solution of baking soda and water Remove all deposits from posts then rinse with clear tap water _ CAUTIO N Do not allow cleaning solution to enter battery interior since it w ill destroy the electrolyte 5 Check electr...

Page 37: ... bare metal parts with metal protector Wax the hood and the painted portion of the frame for better protection O Na TE Apply wax on ctossv fin ish only Protect the vehicle with a cover to prevent dust accumulation dur ing storage _ CAUTION If for some reason the snowmobile has to be stored out side it is necessary to cove r it w ith an opaque tarpaulin This caution w ill prevent th e sun rays and ...

Page 38: ...ce fuel filter uecetee inside fuel t ank 0 Check track t ension end alignment 0 lubricate suspension 0 Inspect drive belt and install 0 Check steering alignm ent and ski runner condition 0 Inspect condition of starting tope 0 Check tightness of all bolts nuts and linkage 0 Refill gas tank 0 Check throttle cable for damage and free operation Check electrical wiring broken wire damaged insulationl 0...

Page 39: ...ug Me UMtfeWpItIg lIM re mow lrDlll cy1inde1 d fl tnnect wireand O rllOOd plug on qiIliI cowl CIIIIII ID IlIIlI fro MIL FoIow qine Jwtilg pl octdlif and check tor II ria IpIIkI aqlSII lepIaI e 1lbiI I IrOuble persists ronllltl DlJ dea tf 4 Clogged hlel line water or FletnoIoe and dean 1 M fuel r tJIr 0IMgI1iIt dirt CIt lridge if necemt o t l lnililn and CCflOfCIiOlIs offuel lines Checkthe cIe anli...

Page 40: ...If lhe igrJilil w1 system 5tiIS6ll111S teulty ooot8l t fOlK 5 Engine If uMble toIocIl specilJ sympUltllS COOlllCt your dealet Engine con tinually t Spark plug Cleek item 3oftngV e 1 l J115 0Yel butt8ils 111 backfires start Of mns wiI J citlitult 2 Overheated CifburelO J too 1Ian sail flllK dea ef 3 Engine timing incorrectly set Cuntal 11 deIler Snowmobile cannot 1 n nve Belt Checkfor damaged or wo...

Page 41: ...upplied with basic tools such as screwdriver wrenches emergency starter rope etc Standard Tools 8 o c o F G A Screwdriver 8 Socket 10 13 mm C Open end wrench 10 13 mm D Socket wrench handle E Starter rope F Socket 21 26 mm G Hexagonal wrench ____________39 ...

Page 42: ...fott M8 21 Nom 15 Ibfoft M8 21 Nom 15 Ibfott magneto ring nut M22 85 Nom 63 Ibfott M22 85 Nom 63 Ibfott M22 85 Nom 63 Ibfott fan nut M16 65 Nom 48lbfoft M16 65 Nom 148lbfott N A crankcase engine support M10 38 Nom 28lbfott Ml0 36 Nom 1281bf ott Ml0 38 Nom 28Ibfoft nuts exhaust manifold bolts M8 21 Nom 115Ibfoft M8 21 Nom 15 Ibioft M8 21 Nom 15 Ibfott electrical starter bolts M8 21 Nom 15 Ibfott N ...

Page 43: ...enso W24ESAU Nippolod8lll lO W 24fSRU NGK BRBES gap 0 4 mm 10 Ot6 1 0 4 mm 1 0 0 16 0 4 mm 10 016 Ignition timing timing mart B T D C 2 31mm 09 1 1 88 mm 1 074 1 75 mm 069 1 uoboacop e timing 20 6000 R P M 18G 6000 R P M t 7G 6000 R P M FUEL GIS type Regula leaded D unleadad Fuoltw capacity 51 28 6 lite 26 6Iite a 28 6 liter Imp 6 3 gala 6 3 gall 6 3 gals U S 7 6 gala 7 6 gat 7 6 gall Injection oi...

Page 44: ... l fSW1TCH GN GREEN GY GREY VI VIOLET OR ORANGE BR BROWN BK BLACK WH WHITE RD RED BL BLUE YL YELLOW WARNING Ensure all terminals are properly crimped on the wires and all connector housings are proper IV fastened G L1GHT1NG COIL 160WI GENERATOR COIL IGNITION COIL AMPLIFIER BULB 5 21W BULB 60 S0W BULB 5W 8 LAMP lOW 9 FUSE 0 1 A 10 RESISTOR 30 n 11 BULB 2W ...

Page 45: ...d cv GREEN GREY VIOLET ORANGE BROWN GN GY VI OR BR COLOUR CODE BK BLACK WH WHITE RD RED BU BLUE YL YELLOW CD LIGHTING COIL 160 WI GENERATOR COIL oIGNITION COIL AMPllFIER BULB 5 21W BULB 60 60W CZ BULB 5W LAMP 10W 9 BULB 2W to STARTER 11 SOLENOID SWITCH 12 FUSE 13 BATTERY REGULATOR RECTIFIER FUSEO 1 A DIODE N 4585 ...

Page 46: ... SOLENOiD SWITCH 12 FUSE 13 BATTERY 14 REGULATOR RECTIFIER 15 FUSE 0 1 A 16 DIODE I N 4585 TEMPfRATURE SENSOR _ COLOUR CODE OK _ IJlACK WH _ WHITE 110 lIED at BlUE I l I EU DW GN GIIEEN GI GREY VI _ VIOLET 011 ORANGE all _ 9110W N WARNING Ensure all terminals are properly crimped on the wires and all connector housings are proper ly fastened ...

Page 47: ...m liter celsius kilopascal Newton meter kilometer per hour SYMBOL m kg L C kPa N m km h PREFIXES PREFIX SYMBOL MEANING VALUE kilo k one thousand 1 000 centi c one hundredth of a 0 01 milli m one thousandth of a 0 001 THE INTERNATIONAL SYSTEM OF UNITS SYSTEME INTERNATIONAl ABRE VIATES SI IN ALL LANGUAGES ____________45 ...

Page 48: ...NOTES _ ...

Page 49: ...ip is transferred Also enclose a photocopy of this registration card when informing of a change of owne rship CHANGE OF ADDRESS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER OLD ADDRESS NAME NEW ADDRESS NO CITY NO STREET STATE PROVI CE NAME STREET APT ZIP I POSTAL CODE APT CITY 5TA TE PROVINCE ZIP I POSTAL COOE CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUM BER The ownership of this vehicle is transferred FROM _ ...

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