Ski-Doo FORMULA 500 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 01 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
Sub-Section 01 (LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART)
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NO. 1 ENGINE LUBRICATION
Engine internal parts must be lubricated to protect
them from possible rust formation during the stor-
age period.
To perform the storage procedures, proceed as
follows:
Start the engine and allow it to run at idle speed
until the engine reaches its operating tempera-
ture.
Stop the engine.
Models with a Primer
To prevent fuel from draining, primer button
should be pushed all the way in.
Disconnect the outlet primer hose from the prim-
er valve (straight coupling).
1. Straight coupling
2. To intake manifold
Insert storage oil (P/N 496 0141 00) nozzle into
primer outlet hose.
Models with a Choke
Remove air silencers to spray storage oil into each
carburetor bore.
All Models
Restart engine and run at idle speed.
Inject storage oil until the engine stalls or until a
sufficient quantity of oil has entered the engine
(approximately half a can).
With the engine stopped, remove the spark plug
and spray storage oil (P/N 496 0141 00) into each
cylinder.
Crank slowly 2 or 3 revolutions to lubricate cylin-
ders.
Reinstall the spark plugs and the outlet primer
hose or air silencers.
NO. 2 FUEL STABILIZER
A fuel stabilizer (P/N 413 4086 00) can be added in
fuel tank to prevent fuel deterioration and avoid
draining fuel system for storage. Follow manufac-
turer’s instructions for proper use.
If above fuel stabilizer is not used, drain fuel sys-
tem including fuel tank and carburetor(s).
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WARNING
Ensure the track is free of all particles which
could be thrown out while it is rotating. Keep
hands, tools, feet and clothing clear of track.
Ensure no one is standing in close proximity
to the vehicle.
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WARNING
This procedure must only be performed in a
well ventilated area. Do not run engine dur-
ing storage period.
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CAUTION
Fuel stabilizer should be added prior engine
lubrication to ensure carburetor(s) protec-
tion against varnish deposit.