Ski-Doo FORMULA S 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 02 TROUBLESHOOTING
Sub-Section 06 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM AND TRACK)
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SUSPENSION SYSTEM AND TRACK 6
The following chart is provided to help in diagnosing the probable source of troubles. It should be used
as a guideline. Some causes or corrections may not apply to a specific model.
SYMPTOM REAR SUSPENSION BOTTOMS OUT
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check rear spring preload or rear arm spring preload.
a.Spring tension is too low.
Increase rear arm spring preload.
SYMPTOM SLIDER SHOES WEAR OUT PREMATURELY
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check track tension.
a.Pressure is too great on slider shoes.
Adjust according to specifications (refer to TEHNICAL DATA 09). Replace defective parts.
SYMPTOM TRACK CLEATS BECOME BLUE
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check track tension.
a.Pressure is too great on cleats.
Adjust according to specifications (refer to TEHNICAL DATA 09).
2. Check slider shoes and/or suspension retaining screws.
a.Worn slider shoes or lost retaining screws.
Replace defective parts and/or tighten loose screws.
SYMPTOM NOISE OR VIBRATIONS ORIGINATING FROM THE TRACK
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check slide suspension retaining bolts.
a.Missing bolt(s) allowing movement of certain components which in turn interfere
with track rotation.
Replace missing bolt(s).
2. Check condition of idler wheel(s).
a.Idle wheel rubber is damaged.
Replace.
3. Check guide cleats.
a.Top portion of guide cleat(s) is bent.
Replace.
4. Check sprockets.
a.One or various teeth of drive shaft sprockets are broken.
Replace sprocket(s).