Section 06
REAR SUSPENSION
Sub-Section 04
(TRACK)
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TRACK
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TRACK TYPE APPLICATION
Refer to TECHNICAL DATA section 09-03.
GENERAL
This section gives guidelines for track removal.
Some components require more detailed disas-
sembly procedures. In these particular cases, re-
fer to the pertaining section in this manual.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect track for:
– cuts and abnormal wear
– broken rods
– broken or missing track cleats
If track is damaged or rods are broken, replace
track. For damaged or missing cleats, replace by
new ones, using cleat remover (P/N 529 0287 00).
Use small-cleat installer (P/N 529 0085 00).
REMOVAL
F-Series
Remove the following parts:
– speedometer cable
– muffler
– chaincase cover
– suspension
– drive axle seal
– end bearing housing
– sprockets and chain
– drive axle (toward end bearing housing)
– track
INSTALLATION
Reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE:
When installing the track, respect rotation
direction indicated by an arrow on track thread.
Check sprocket/track alignment as described in
DRIVE AXLE 06-03.
Track Tension and Alignment
Track tension and alignment are inter-related. Do
not adjust one without checking the other. Track
tension procedure must be carried out prior to
track alignment.
Tension
Lift the rear of vehicle and support with a mechan-
ical stand. Allow the slide to extend normally.
Check the gap half-way between front and rear
idler wheels. Measure between slider shoe and
bottom inside of track.
When using the track tension gauge (P/N 529
0215 00), slide U shape extrusion to proper de-
flection.
1. Example: 45 mm
2. Extrusion
Insert pre-setted gauge between slider shoe and
track. Allow gauge to settle by forcing track up
and down. Track tension is as specified when
edge of gauge reaches lign.
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WARNING
Do not operate a snowmobile with a cut,
torn or damaged track.
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