Ski-Doo Mini Z 2000, Shop Manual

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Section 05 TRANSMISSION
Subsection 04 (DRIVE CHAIN)
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REMOVAL
NOTE: To ease drive chain removal, remove drive
chain automatic tensioner first.
Rotate drive chain to locate connecting link circlip.
Using a flat screwdriver push on both ends of cir-
clip to remove it.
REMOVE CIRCLIP
1. Using a screwdriver, push circlip here
Remove outer link.
Detach drive chain by removing connecting link.
1. Connecting link
2. Outer link
3. Circlip
Keep circlip, outer link and connecting link.
INSPECTION
Check that chain is not stretched.
CAUTION: On a stretched chain, pitch has
changed (increased) and will not properly
match the sprockets pitch, causing premature
wear. For that reason, a stretched chain must
never be shortened.
Visually inspect chain for cracked, damaged or
missing links.
Check for worn or defective bearings, sprockets
and chain tensioner components.
INSTALLATION
Reinstall drive chain on both sprockets.
Join both drive chain ends using connecting link.
Secure connecting link using outer link and circlip.
Install circlip so that open end is positioned oppo-
site side of drive chain rotation. See the following
illustration.
TYPICAL
1. Rotation
Reinstall drive chain automatic tensioner.
LUBRICATION
Lubricate drive chain as per lubrication chart.
Use BOMBARDIER LUBE (P/N 293 600 016).
CAUTION: Always lubricate drive chain slight-
ly. Oil must not contact brake pad.
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WARNING
Always ensure that connecting link, outer link
and circlip are in good condition. Ensure that
circlip is properly secured.
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