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Rear Suspension Condition
Visually inspect all suspension components including slider shoes,
springs, wheels, etc.
NOTE:
During normal driving, snow will act as a lubricant and coolant
for the slider shoes. Extensive riding on ice or sanded snow, will
create excessive heat build-up and cause premature wear of slider
shoes.
Suspension Stopper Straps Condition
Inspect stopper straps for wear and cracks, bolts and nuts for tight-
ness. If loose inspect holes for deformation. Replace as required.
Torque nut to 9 N•m (80 lbf•
in
).
Track Condition
Lift the rear of the snowmobile and support it off the ground. With
the engine off, rotate the track by hand, and inspect condition. If worn
or cut, or if track fibers are exposed, or if missing or defective inserts
or guides are noted; contact an authorized dealer.
Track Tension and Alignment
Tension
NOTE:
The snowmobile should be riden in snow about 15 to 20 min-
utes prior to adjusting track tension.
Lift rear of snowmobile and support it with a
snowmobile mechan-
ical stand
.
Allow the suspension to extend normally and check gap 60 mm
(2-3/8 in) from rear idler wheel bracket. The gap should be as given
in the specification section of this guide. If the track tension is too
loose, track will have a tendency to thump.
NOTE:
A belt tension tester (P/N 414 348 200) may be used to mea-
sure deflection as well as force applied.
m
WARNING
Do not operate or rotate a track if torn, damaged or excessive-
ly worn.
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