Ski-Doo FORMULA 500 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 07 STEERING/FRONT SUSPENSION
Sub-Section 03 (SUSPENSION AND SKI SYSTEM)
07-03-8
TYPICAL
INSPECTION
13, Ski Leg
Check straightness of ski leg. Check for scored or
scratched surface. Replace as required.
5, Stopper
Check condition of stopper. Replace it when dete-
riorated.
Grease Fitting
Ensure that grease fittings are not clogged.
10, Stopper
Check stopper for crack or deterioration. Replace
as required.
13, Ski Leg
Check that splines on ski leg and steering arm in-
terlock properly with no excessive free play. Re-
new as necessary.
8, Shock Absorber
Secure the shock body end in a vise with its rod
upward.
1. Clamp
Examine each shock for leaks. Extend and com-
press the piston several times over its entire
stroke with its rod upward. Check that it moves
smoothly and with uniform resistance.
Pay attention to the following conditions that will
denote a defective shock:
– A skip or a hang back when reversing stroke at
mid travel.
– Seizing or binding condition except at extreme
end of either stroke.
– Oil leakage.
– A gurgling noise, after completing one full com-
pression and extension stroke.
Renew if any faults are present.
INSTALLATION
For assembly, reverse the disassembly proce-
dure. However, pay attention to the following.
Apply low temperature grease (P/N 413 7061 00)
as illustrated in exploded view above.
Tighten nuts and screws to proper torque as men-
tioned in exploded view.
Steering arm with the bent angle toward the bot-
tom.
A22G0QA
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CAUTION
Do not clamp directly on shock body.
A14F0BA
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