Ski-Doo FORMULA S 1997, Shop Manual

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Section 02 TROUBLESHOOTING
Sub-Section 06 (SUSPENSION SYSTEM AND TRACK)
02-06-2
5. Check track rods and/or internal traction teeth.
a.One or various track rods and/or teeth are broken.
Replace track.
SYMPTOM DERAILING TRACK
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check track tension.
a.Track is too loose.
Adjust.
2. Check if track and slider shoes are properly aligned.
a.Improper alignment.
Adjust.
SYMPTOM REAR SUSPENSION IS LOW OR TOO STIFF
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check track tension.
a.Track is too tight.
Adjust.
2. Check if axles are properly lubricated.
a.Improper lubrication and/or contaminated grease (sticky oil sludge).
Clean and/or lubricate.
3. Check rear spring preload.
a.Insufficient preload.
Increase preload using shock adjustment cams.
SYMPTOM WHEN HANDLEBAR IS TURNED, SNOWMOBILE UNDERSTEERS
CONDITION NORMAL USE
Test/Inspection 1. Check ski runner condition.
a.Worn ski runners.
Replace.
2. Check tension of front spring adjustment cams.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Increase spring preload.
3. Check if front arm stopper strap is too long.
a.Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Shorten stopper strap.
4. Check front arm spring tension.
a.Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Slacken spring tension.