Ski-Doo Mini Z 2000, Shop Manual

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Section 07 REAR SUSPENSION
Subsection 04 (TRACK)
07-04-2
MMR2000_132_07_04A.FM
1. 7.3 kg (16 lb)
A. 60 mm (2-3/8 in)
B. 35 mm (1-3/8 in)
CAUTION: Too much tension will result in pow-
er loss and excessive stress on suspension
components. If too loose, the track will have a
tendency to thump.
To adjust, loosen the rear idler wheel retaining
screws and the adjustment screw lock nuts; then
loosen or tighten the adjustment screws located
on the inner side of the rear idler wheels.
TYPICAL
1. Adjustment screw
2. Lock nut
3. Retaining screw
Alignment
With rear of vehicle supported off the ground, start
engine and allow the track to rotate
slowly .
Check that the track is well centered; equal dis-
tance on both sides between edges of track
guides and slider shoes.
1. Guides
2. Slider shoes
3. Equal distance
To correct, stop engine then loosen the lock nuts
and tighten the adjustment screw on side where
guides are farthest to runner. Tighten lock nuts
and recheck alignment.
1. Guides
2. Slider shoes
3. Tighten on this side
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WARNING
Before checking track tension, ensure that the
track is free of all particles which could be
thrown out while it is rotating. Keep hands,
tools, feet and clothing clear of track. Ensure
no one is standing in close proximity to the
vehicle.
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