Section 03
TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 06
(SUSPENSION AND TRACK)
03-06-2
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.
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