Ski-Doo FORMULA 500 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 07 STEERING/FRONT SUSPENSION
Sub-Section 02 (STEERING SYSTEM)
07-02-9
Skandic WT Only
– Skis should have a toe-out of 10 mm (3/8 in)
when they are in a straight-ahead position and
the vehicle is resting on the ground.
NOTE: To make sure skis are in a straight-
ahead position, place a straight edge against
pre-adjusted track and measure the distance be-
tween front and rear of skis and straight edge.
Distances should be equal. After the ski toe-out
adjustment, distance at front of ski must be 5 mm
(3/16 in) more than at rear on both sides for a total
toe-out of 10 mm (3/8 in).
S-Series
Toe-out is 0 mm (0 in) when skis are in a straight-
ahead position and the front of vehicle is lifted off
the ground.
NOTE: To make sure skis are in a straight-
ahead position, place a straight edge against
pre-adjusted track and measure the distance be-
tween front and rear of skis and straight edge.
Distances should be equal. After the ski toe-out
adjustment, distance must be equal.
All Models
To reduce tolerance when measuring, set one ski
to proper toe-out then measure from that ski to
the opposite ski.
TYPICAL
1. Straight edge
2. Measure here
LUBRICATION
26, Grease Fittings
Only use low temperature grease (P/N 413 7061
00).
The following symbols will be used to show what
type of lubricant should be used at the suitable
locations.
1. Low temperature grease
2. Penetrating lubricant (P/N 293 6000 16)
Lubricate:
– Steering column.
– Upper and lower control arms drop link and tie
rod ends.
– Grease ski legs, ski pivots and idler arm.
– Coat stabilizer sliders with grease, and oil their
ball joints if so equipped.
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A06G03A
2
1
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WARNING
Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake cable,
housing and spring coupler bolts.
A00G01A
2
1
1