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 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
S-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
Skandic WT/SWT/WT LC
Remove the following parts:
– rear suspension
– muffler
– RH drive axle end bearing
– angle drive and square pin
Move transmission sideway. Do not remove
brake mechanism nor driven pulley. Refer to
SKANDIC WT SUSPENSION 06-03.
Remove drive axle then track.
INSTALLATION
All Models
Reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: When installing the track, respect ro-
tation 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 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
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WARNING
Do not operate a snowmobile with a cut,
torn or damaged track.
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