Ski-Doo FORMULA S 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 06 REAR SUSPENSION
Sub-Section 05 (TRACK)
06-05-1
TRACK 5
TRACK TYPE APPLICATION
Refer to TECHNICAL DATA 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 0082
00) for Tundra II LT (P / N 529 0287 00) for all other
models. Use large-cleat installer (P / N 529 0288
00) or small-cleat installer (P / N 529 0085 00).
WARNING : Do not operate a snowmobile
with a cut, torn or damaged track.
REMOVAL
Tundra II LT
Remove the following items :
– chaincase cover, sprockets, chain
– muffler
– upper center idler ass’y
– suspension
– end bearing housing
– drive axle seal
– drive axle (outwards from end bearing housing)
– track
S-Series
Remove the following items :
– speedometer cable
– muffler
– chaincase cover
– suspension
– drive axle seal
– end bearing housing
– sprockets and chain
– drive axle (toward end bearing housing)
– track
INSTALLATION
All Models
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 06-04.
Track Tension and Alignment
Track tension and alignment are interrelated. 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.
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