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TOWING

NOTE:

To tow snowmobile, only use a rope tied to ski legs.

Shut down engine.

Remove drive belt as shown in 

Maintenance Chapter

 of this manual.

Transmission and track are now freed.

Put belt in engine compartment, close hood and tie a rope to ski legs.

Snowmobile is ready to be towed.

TYPICAL

A32G04A

Mmo9904a.book Page 89 Wednesday, September 16, 1998 9:09 AM

Summary of Contents for MX Z 600

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Page 2: ...NG Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this Operator s Guide Safety Handbook or on product labels could cause injury including the possibility of death This Operator s Guide handbook should remain with the snow mobile at all time AFTER SALES SERVICE BOMBARDIER RECREATIONAL PRODUCTS VALCOURT QUEBEC CANADA J0E 2L0 Mmo9904a fm Page 0 Wednesday September 23 1998 2 ...

Page 3: ...1 1999 SKI DOO OPERATOR S GUIDE This guide is applicable to the following models MX Z 600 Summit 600 Mmo9904a book Page 1 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 4: ...ef explanation of the various suspension ad justments We trust you have taken full advantage of this If you need more complete servicing information please ask your dealer about the proper model year SKI DOO Shop Manual At delivery you were also informed of the warranty coverage and completed the Warranty Registration Form which is to be sent to us for processing In the near future you should be r...

Page 5: ...e correct at time of publication We also reserve the right at any time to discontinue or change spec ifications designs features models or equipment without incurring obligation The illustrations show the typical construction of the different as semblies and in all cases may not reproduce the full detail or exact shape of the parts shown however they represent parts which have the same or a simila...

Page 6: ...tle Lever 21 2 Brake Lever 21 3 Parking Brake Button 21 4 Injection Oil Level Parking Brake Pilot Lamp Red 22 5 Tether Cut Out Switch 22 6 DESS Pilot Lamp 24 7 Emergency Cut Out Switch 25 8 Headlamp Dimmer Switch 26 9 High Beam Pilot Lamp Blue 26 10 Rewind Starter Handle 27 11 Choke Lever 27 12 Speedometer 27 13 Odometer 27 14 Trip Meter 28 15 Trip Meter Reset Button 28 16 Tachometer 29 17 Engine ...

Page 7: ... Cold Starting 43 Warm Engine Starting 44 Emergency Starting 44 SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS 47 General 47 Guidelines to Adjust Suspension 48 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 62 In Deep Snow 62 LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART 63 FLUID LEVELS 65 Brake System 65 Chaincase Oil Level 65 Oil Injection System 67 Cooling System 68 MAINTENANCE 69 Guard Removal and Installation 69 Drive Belt Removal Installation 71 Drive...

Page 8: ...nt Suspension Mechanism 83 Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners 83 Exhaust System 84 Air Filter Cleaning 84 High Altitude Kit 85 Headlight Beam Aiming 85 Bulb Replacement 86 TOWING 89 STORAGE 90 TROUBLESHOOTING 91 SPECIFICATIONS 94 OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE 95 CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP 96 Mmo9904a book Page 6 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 9: ...s Only perform procedures as detailed in this guide Unless other wise specified engine should be turned OFF and cold for all lubri cation and maintenance procedures Some snowmobiles are designed for the driver only and no provi sions have been made for a passenger The performance of some snowmobiles may significantly exceed that of other snowmobiles you have operated Therefore use by novice or ine...

Page 10: ...HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED The customer must notify an authorized SKI DOO dealer within two 2 days of the appearance of a defect in material and or workmanship and present to the servicing authorized SKI DOO dealer the SKI DOO Warran ty Registration Card or a proof of purchase of the NEW and UNUSED 1999 SKI DOO snowmobile and must sign the repair work order prior to the start of the repair in or...

Page 11: ...tation or exclusion may not apply BOMBARDIER reserves the right to modify this warranty at any time being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty con ditions applicable to the SKI DOO snowmobile sold while this warranty is in effect 6 CONSUMER ASSISTANCE a In the event of a controversy or a dispute arising in connection with this BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY BOMBARDIER suggest...

Page 12: ...ler 3 CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED The customer must notify a local authorized SKI DOO dealer within two 2 days of the appearance of a defect in material and or workmanship and present to the servicing authorized SKI DOO dealer the SKI DOO Warranty Registration Card or a proof of purchase of the NEW and UN USED 1999 SKI DOO snowmobile and must sign the repair work order prior to the s...

Page 13: ...s warranty into local language it is then understood and agreed that in the event of any discrepancy among the two versions the English ver sion shall prevail It is the customer s responsibility to ensure that the SKI DOO snowmo bile complies with all snowmobile regulations and standards of any coun try other than the original country of sale where the SKI DOO snowmo bile is intended to be used BO...

Page 14: ... In many provinc es or states it is mandatory to register a snowmobile in the same way as for a car It allows the state or province to main tain records of existing snowmobiles and governmental agen cies use part of the registration fees for establishing and maintaining trails Q Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snowmobile A In the Operator s Guide provided with...

Page 15: ...part used in warranty repairs assumes the re maining warranty that exists on the snowmobile Q If I sell my snowmobile within the warranty period will the new owner qualify for the balance of the warranty A Yes provided the re sale has been registered with the manu facturer Q How can I receive the best owner assistance A The satisfaction and goodwill of the owners of Bombardier products are of prim...

Page 16: ...Street Valcourt Quebec Canada J0E 2L0 Telephone 450 532 5000 Fax 450 532 5077 USA BOMBARDIER MOTOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA 7575 Bombardier Court P O Box 8035 Wausau WI 54402 8035 USA Telephone 715 848 4957 Fax 715 848 4978 OTHER COUNTRIES For customer relations contact your local distributor Your local dealer can provide distributor contact information Mmo9904a book Page 14 Wednesday September 16 1...

Page 17: ...t of loss These numbers are required by the dealer to complete warranty claims properly No warranty will be allowed by Bombardier Inc if the engine serial number or VIN is removed or mutilated in any way We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your snowmobile and supply them to your insurance company Vehicle Serial Number Location 1 Vehicle serial number A32H0DA 1 Mmo...

Page 18: ...16 Engine Serial Number Location 1 Engine serial number 1 A32C01A Mmo9904a book Page 16 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 19: ... INSTRUCTIONS Please read the following instructions carefully before operating snow mobile LOCATION OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ALL MODELS A32A02A 1 2 3 6 4 5 A01A1ZB 1 Mmo9904a book Page 17 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 20: ...TOUT GARDE SOIT EN PLACE ET QUE LE CAPOT SOIT FERMÉ DÉMARRER LE MOTEUR ET S ASSURER QUE L INTERRUPTEUR D URGENCE ET TOUS LES CONTRÔLES FONCTIONNENT NORMALEMENT CONDUISEZ PRUDEMMENT L utilisation de ce véhicule n est pas recommandée aux débutants ou autres personnes inexpérimentées Ce véhicule n est pas conçu pour le transport de passager s Conducteur seulement A30A07A 2 CAUTION To comply with nois...

Page 21: ...D RÉGLER SELON LA CHARGE REAR SPRING RESSORT ARRIÈRE LOAD CHARGE LB kg CENTER SPRING RESSORT CENTRAL NOT APPLICABLE SANS OBJET 1 2 3 4 up to 125 jusqu à 57 125 to 150 150 to 175 175 to 200 57 à 68 68 à 79 79 à 91 FOR LOADS EXCEEDING RANGE SHOWN ABOVE CONSULT YOUR DEALER SI LES CHARGES EXCÈDENT LES PLAGES MONTRÉES CI HAUT CONSULTEZ VOTRE CONCESSIONNAIRE 418 0017 01 4 2 3 1 4 2 3 1 5 6 7 7 NOT APPLI...

Page 22: ...ese cases their reference numbers are deliberately missing in the illustrations Some controls instruments are optional on some models TYPICAL MX Z 600 MX Z 600 A32A03A 2 8 3 7 21 5 18 19 20 10 11 21 1 A32A01A 12 6 15 14 13 9 17 16 4 Mmo9904a book Page 20 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 23: ... parking brake is applied and engine is running injection oil level parking brake pilot lamp lights up to remind you that it is en gaged To engage mechanism squeeze brake lever and maintain while pull ing locking lever with a finger Brake lever is now compressed half way applying brakes To release mechanism squeeze brake lever Locking lever will auto matically return to its original position Brake...

Page 24: ...tically ON whenever the engine is running There is no ignition key on this model but only a tether cut out switch This device features a double function First it is a safety device to shut off engine if the driver accidently falls off the vehicle Second it is the DESS Digitally Encoded Security System key Operation Attach tether cord to clothing then snap tether cut out cap over re ceptacle before...

Page 25: ...YPICAL 1 Snap over receptacle 2 Attach to eyelet If emergency engine shut off is required completely pull cap from safety switch A30H09A 1 2 A32H0EA Mmo9904a book Page 23 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 26: ...e to be useful in case of loss as well as for additional operators DESS Pilot Lamp Codes DESS pilot lamp blinking one time per three seconds mean that a bad connection has been detected Vehicle can not be driven To check for bad connection remove tether cord Make sure it is free of dirt or snow Reinstall tether cord and restart engine If a blink per 3 seconds still occurs contact an authorized dea...

Page 27: ...t side of the handlebar To stop the engine in an emergency push the button to the lower OFF position and simultaneously apply the brake To restart button must be at the upper ON position TYPICAL 1 ON 2 OFF A30E03A 2 1 Mmo9904a book Page 25 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 28: ...lamp Dimmer Switch Located on left side of handlebar allows selection of headlamp beam Note that lights are automatically ON whenever the engine is running TYPICAL ALL MODELS 9 High Beam Pilot Lamp Blue Lights when headlamp is on HIGH beam WARNING If the switch has been used in a mechanical malfunction the source of malfunction should be determined and corrected before restarting engine A30H0BA Mm...

Page 29: ...o facilitate cold start 0 OFF 1 Position 1 2 Position 2 See STARTING PROCEDURE for more details 12 Speedometer These vehicles are equipped with a speedometer graduated in km or miles according to country of use Direct reading dial indicates the speed of the snowmobile in kilome ters or miles per hour 13 Odometer Odometer records the total distance travelled in kilometers or miles A32H01A 0 1 2 Mmo...

Page 30: ...be used to record a fuel tank range or distance between 2 relays for instance 15 Trip Meter Reset Button To reset push on button until all numbers read zero ALL MODELS 1 Speedometer 2 Odometer 3 Trip meter 4 Reset button A32H08A 1 2 3 4 Mmo9904a book Page 28 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 31: ...ions per minute RPM of the engine ALL MODELS Multiply the reading by 1000 17 Engine Overheat Warning Lamp Red If this lamp glows stop engine immediately and allow to cool If problem repeats see your authorized dealer A32H09A Mmo9904a book Page 29 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 32: ...k cap Unscrew to fill up tank then fully tighten WARNING Never use an open flame to check fuel level CAUTION Do not mismatch oil reservoir cap with fuel tank cap Install cap that features fuel gauge A32I01A Mmo9904a book Page 30 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 33: ... temperature 20 Heated Throttle Lever Switch Three position toggle switch Select the desired position to keep your right thumb at a comfortable temperature HEATED GRIP SWITCH HEATED THROTTLE LEVER SWITCH 1 HOT 4 HOT 2 OFF 5 OFF 3 WARM 6 WARM A32H0FA 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mmo9904a book Page 31 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 34: ...ovided to open hood Always lift hood gently until stopped by retaining device Hood Grills When riding on powdered snow close plastic sliding hood grills from underneath hood Squeeze tabs to close grills Always keep grills open otherwise A32H02A 1 2 Mmo9904a book Page 32 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 35: ...33 TO CLOSE SQUEEZE CLOSING TABS BETWEEN THUMB AND INDEX TO OPEN SQUEEZE OPENING TABS BETWEEN THUMB AND INDEX A32H03A A32H04A Mmo9904a book Page 33 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 36: ...operate Storage Compartment A storage compartment is provided inside rear portion of seat Tool Bag A tool bag containing tools for basic maintenance is supplied with the vehicle Tool bag is located in storage compartment inside rear portion of seat TOOL BAG A32B01A Mmo9904a book Page 34 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 37: ...35 TOOL BAG OPEN TO SHOW INCLUDED TOOLS A32B02A Mmo9904a book Page 35 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 38: ...shocks that might affect the adjustment or break them a holder is provided on the right side of oil tank NOTE Spare spark plugs are not supplied with snowmobile HOLDER PROVIDED TO SET TWO SPARE SPARK PLUGS A32C02A Mmo9904a book Page 36 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 39: ... Spare Drive Belt Holder A spare drive belt can be placed in front section of bottom pan TYPICAL SPARE DRIVE BELT INSTALLED IN BOTTOM PAN A32D01A Mmo9904a book Page 37 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 40: ...les Front Bumper To be used whenever front of snowmobile requires manual lifting 1 Front grab handles CAUTION Do not use skis to pull or lift snowmobile 1 A32H05A Mmo9904a book Page 38 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 41: ...riment with other fuels The use of unrecom mended fuel can result in snowmobile performance deterio ration and damage to critical parts in the fuel system and engine components Do not mismatch oil reservoir cap with fuel tank cap Install cap that features fuel gauge WARNING Never top up the fuel tank before placing the snowmobile in a warm area As temperature increases fuel expands and might overf...

Page 42: ... C 4 F They can be oper ated at higher temperature without problems CAUTION Check level and refill every time you refuel Wipe off any oil spills Oil is highly flammable Do not mismatch oil reservoir cap with fuel tank cap Install cap that is identified OIL CAUTION For colder temperatures than 20 C 4 F carburetor s must be recalibrated to avoid engine damage Refer to an autho rized dealer A32I03A 1...

Page 43: ...should be added to fuel for the first full filling of fuel tank Always remove and clean spark plugs after engine break in Belt A new drive belt requires a break in period of 50 km 30 mi Avoid strong acceleration deceleration pulling a load or high speed cruis ing 10 Hour Inspection As with any precision piece of mechanical equipment we suggest that after the first 10 hours of operation 500 km 300 ...

Page 44: ...lever touches the handlebar grip It must fully return when released Verify skis and steering operate freely Verify track and idler wheels are unfrozen and free to turn Check fuel and injection oil level Verify air filter s is free of snow if so equipped Clean and check operation of the headlight taillight and brake light WARNING Only start your snowmobile once all components are checked and functi...

Page 45: ...the choke lever to the second position Grasp starter handle firmly and crank engine After the engine is started close off choke to ensure proper air fuel mix when speed drops below 2000 RPM 1 OFF 2 Position 1 3 Position 2 When Temperature Is 10 C or Over 15 F or Over Set the choke lever to the first position Grasp starter handle firmly and crank engine After the engine is started close off choke t...

Page 46: ...guard Attach emergency rope to rewind handle and to the starter clip sup plied in the tool box WARNING Do not apply throttle while starting WARNING Do not wind starting rope around your hand Hold rope by the handle only Do not start the snowmobile by the drive pulley unless it is a true emergency situation Have the snow mobile repaired as soon as possible A07D0UA Mmo9904a book Page 44 Wednesday Se...

Page 47: ...he spark plug socket can be used as an emergency handle Wind the rope tightly around drive pulley When pulled pulley must rotate counterclockwise A17B01A Mmo9904a book Page 45 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 48: ... to 3 turns 1 Clip Start engine as per usual manual starting WARNING When starting the snowmobile in an emergency situation using drive pulley do not reinstall the guard and return slow ly to have snowmobile repaired 1 A19D13A Mmo9904a book Page 46 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 49: ...ur SKI DOO model General Snowmobile handling and comfort depend upon suspension adjust ments Choice of suspension adjustments vary with carrying load driver s weight personal preference riding speed and field condition NOTE Some adjustments may not apply to your snowmobile Use special keys in tool bag 1 A32F04A Mmo9904a book Page 47 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 50: ...to next illustrations Then test run the snowmobile always with the same conditions trail speed snow driver riding position etc Change adjustment and retest Proceed methodically until you are satisfied Slight suspension bottoming occurring under the worst riding condi tions indicates a good choice of spring preload WARNING Always completely stop vehicle and engine before attempt ing any suspension ...

Page 51: ... applicable take place rear of snow mobile should collapse by 50 to 75 mm 2 to 3 in TYPICAL PROPER ADJUSTMENT 1 50 to 75 mm 2 to 3 in CAUTION Always adjust both rear springs to same position A03F2LA 1 Mmo9904a book Page 49 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 52: ...N Always turn the left side adjustment cam in a clockwise direc tion the right side cam in a counterclockwise direction Left and right adjustment cams must always be set at the same position A03F2MA 1 A30F04A RH LH 1 1 Mmo9904a book Page 50 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 53: ...sition CAUTION Always turn the left side adjustment cam in a clockwise direc tion the right side cam in a counterclockwise direction Left and right adjustment cams must always be set at the same position A03F2OA 1 A30F04A RH LH 1 1 Mmo9904a book Page 51 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 54: ...t moderate speed on a trail with bumpy conditions If steering is easy to turn adjust center spring accordingly TYPICAL GOOD ADJUSTMENT AT MODERATE SPEED 1 Steering easy to turn A03F2PA 1 Mmo9904a book Page 52 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 55: ...3 TYPICAL TOO SOFT OF ADJUSTMENT 1 Steering hard to turn TYPICAL 1 Use adjuster wrench provided in tool bag to increase preload A03F2PA 1 A32F01A 1 Mmo9904b fm Page 53 Thursday September 24 1998 3 42 PM ...

Page 56: ... TYPICAL TOO HARD OF ADJUSTMENT 1 Steering less aggressive TYPICAL 1 Use adjuster wrench provided in tool bag to decrease preload A03F2PA 1 A32F01B 1 Mmo9904b fm Page 54 Thursday September 24 1998 3 42 PM ...

Page 57: ...topper strap should have a free play of 12 mm 1 2 in TYPICAL GOOD ADJUSTMENT AT FULL ACCELERATION 1 Comfortable steering 2 Good weight transfer to the track 3 Light pressure of skis on the ground CAUTION Whenever stopper strap length is changed track tension must be readjusted A03F2OB 1 3 2 Mmo9904a book Page 55 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 58: ...56 TYPICAL TOO LONG STRAP 1 Skis lift off the ground TYPICAL 1 Vary strap length by bolting to a different hole A03F2QA 1 A03F0QB 1 Mmo9904a book Page 56 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 59: ...57 TYPICAL TOO SHORT STRAP 1 Heavy steering TYPICAL 1 Vary strap length by bolting to a different hole A03F2PA 1 A03F0QB 1 Mmo9904a book Page 57 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 60: ... is too aggressive turn the nut counterclockwise Nut must be in good condition to avoid unexpected loosening On the threaded rod there must be at least 2 threads exposed beyond the nut Vehicle may be operated without the nut However acceler ation response will increase whereas steering response will de crease 1 A03F1EA Mmo9904a book Page 58 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 61: ...nd check for proper handling Adjust front springs accordingly TYPICAL PROPER ADJUSTMENT 1 Good handling and comfortable steering CAUTION Always adjust both front springs to same position A03F2PA 1 Mmo9904a book Page 59 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 62: ...60 TYPICAL TOO SOFT OF ADJUSTMENT 1 Bad handling 1 Increase spring preload A03F2PA 1 A32F03A 1 Mmo9904b fm Page 60 Thursday September 24 1998 3 43 PM ...

Page 63: ...61 TYPICAL TOO HARD OF ADJUSTMENT 1 Steering hard to turn 1 Decrease spring preload A03F2PA 1 A32F03B 1 Mmo9904b fm Page 61 Thursday September 24 1998 3 43 PM ...

Page 64: ...ease center spring preload Reduce rear spring preload Snowmobile seems unstable and seems to pivot around its center Reduce rear suspension front arm pressure Reduce center spring preload Increase rear spring preload Increase front suspension spring preload Steering feels too heavy Reduce ski ground pressure Reduce front suspension spring preload Increase center spring preload Rear of snowmobile s...

Page 65: ... Starting Rope Condition Engine Head Nuts Engine Mount Nuts Exhaust System Engine Lubrication Cooling System Condition Coolant Replacement Condition of Seals Injection Oil Filter Condition Injection Oil Filter Replacement Oil Injection Pump Adjustment Fuel Stabilizer Fuel Filter Replacement Fuel Lines and Connections Carburetor Adjustment Throttle Cable Inspection Air Filter Cleaning Drive Belt Co...

Page 66: ...ront Suspension Mechanism Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners Steering and Ski Leg Camber Adjustment Suspension Adjustments AS REQUIRED Suspension Lubrication Suspension Condition Suspension Stopper Strap Condition Track Condition Track Tension and Alignment AS REQUIRED Spark Plugs Engine Timing Headlight Beam Aiming Wiring Harnesses Cables and Lines Operation of Lighting System HI LO Beam Brak...

Page 67: ... surface check the oil level by removing dipstick Oil level must be between lower and upper marks NOTE It is normal to find metallic particles stuck to dipstick magnet If bigger pieces of metal are found see an authorized dealer Remove metal particles from magnet CAUTION Use only DOT 4 brake fluid from a sealed container A30D08A 1 Mmo9904a book Page 65 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 68: ... P N 413 803 300 12 x 355 mL TYPICAL 1 Dipstick 2 Oil level 3 Level between marks CAUTION Do not use unrecommended other types of oil when servic ing Do not mix synthetic oil with other types of oil A32D02A 3 1 2 Mmo9904a book Page 66 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 69: ...r 2 Maximum level indicator 3 Level marks 1 4 1 2 3 4 CAUTION Never allow oil level to drop more than 2 3 Do not mismatch oil reservoir cap with fuel tank cap Install cap that is identi fied OIL WARNING Check level and refill every time you refuel Do not overfill Wipe off any spillage Oil is highly flammable 1 A32C03A 2 3 Mmo9904a book Page 67 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 70: ...d of coolant tank NOTE When checking level at low temperature it may be slight lower then mark If additional coolant is necessary or if entire system has to be refilled refer to an authorized dealer 1 Coolant tank 2 COLD LEVEL line A32C04A 1 2 Mmo9904a book Page 68 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 71: ... Open retainer to release pin then pull guard toward center of ve hicle TYPICAL 1 Pin retainer When reinstalling guard position its cut away toward front of snow mobile Refer to decal in guard 1 A32C05A Mmo9904a book Page 69 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 72: ...PICAL 1 Slots NOTE Guard is purposely made slightly oversize to maintain tension on its pins and retainers preventing undue noise and vibration It is important that this tension be maintained when reinstalling 1 A32C06A Mmo9904a book Page 70 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 73: ...d remove guard 3 Open the driven pulley with the drive belt installer remover provid ed in tool bag DRIVE BELT INSTALLER REMOVER Screw tool in the free threaded hole and tighten to open the pul ley Remove belt A32B03A Mmo9904a book Page 71 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 74: ...p the belt over the top edge of the sliding half as shown in previ ous photo Remove access panel from bottom pan 1 Push tab down and remove panel out of bottom pan A30D0BA 1 1 A32H07A Mmo9904a book Page 72 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 75: ...73 Pull panel out of bottom pan Slip belt under drive pulley then remove it from vehicle TYPICAL A32H06A A30D0CA Mmo9904a book Page 73 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 76: ...d when the belt has the proper rotation direction See arrow on belt TYPICAL 1 Arrow pointing front of vehicle Remove belt installer Reinstall access panel and guard CAUTION Do not force or use tools to pry the belt into place as this could cut or break the cords in the belt A30D0DA 1 Mmo9904a book Page 74 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 77: ...ature altitude or surface condition may vary this critical engine RPM thus affecting snowmo bile efficiency Summit 600 Only Refer to decal on pulley guard to adjust TRA pulley accordingly to different high altitudes All Models This adjustable drive pulley allows setting maximum engine RPM in the vehicle to maintain maximum power Calibration screws should be adjusted so that actual maximum en gine ...

Page 78: ...ew has a notch on top of its head 1 Notch Governor cup has 6 positions numbered 2 to 6 Note that in position 1 the number is substitued by a dot due to its location on casting 1 Position 1 not numbered Each number modifies maximum engine RPM by about 200 RPM A16D0FA 1 A16D0GA 1 Mmo9904a book Page 76 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 79: ...lly out and adjust to desired position Do not completely remove the locking nut Torque locking nuts to 10 N m 89 lbf in 1 Loosen just enough to permit rotating of calibrate screw CAUTION Do not adjust TRA drive pulley so that engine turns over max imum power RPM CAUTION Do not completely remove calibration screw or its inside washer will fall off Always adjust all 3 calibration screws and make sur...

Page 80: ...ent is provided for hydraulic brake See an authorized dealer if any problems 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 cool ant for the slider shoes Extensive riding on ice or sanded snow will create excessive heat build up and cause premature slider shoe wear Suspension...

Page 81: ...ting track tension Lift rear of snowmobile and support it with a snowmobile mechan ical stand Allow the suspension to extend normally and check gap half way along slider shoe 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...

Page 82: ... rear idler wheel retaining screws Turn adjustment screws to adjust If correct tension is unattainable contact an authorized dealer CAUTION Too much tension will result in power loss and excessive stresses on suspension components 1 2 A06F1WA Mmo9904a book Page 80 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 83: ...riod of time 1 to 2 minutes Check that the track is well centered equal distance on both sides between edges of track guides and slider shoes WARNING Before checking track alignment ensure that the track is free of all particles which could be thrown out while track is rotat ing Keep hands tools feet and clothing clear of track Ensure no one is standing in close proximity to the snowmobile A30F03A...

Page 84: ...ngine Loosen rear wheel screws tighten the adjustment screw on side where the slider shoe is the farthest from the track insert guides TYPICAL 1 Guides 2 Slider shoes 3 Tighten on this side A01F05A 1 2 3 A01F0BA 1 2 3 Mmo9904a book Page 82 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 85: ... for tight ness of components steering arms control arms and links tie rods ball joints ski coupler bolts etc If necessary contact your dealer Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners Check the condition of the skis ski runners and ski runner carbides If worn contact your authorized dealer WARNING Properly tighten wheel screws WARNING Excessively worn skis and or ski runners will affect snowmo bile ...

Page 86: ...uring a snowfall or riding in deep powder snow may block air filter and choke the engine While riding in deep powder snow periodically stop and check air silencer filter for snow Remove filter and shake it as required TYPICAL AIR SILENCER FILTER INSTALLED Check that the air silencer is clean and dry and properly reinstall the filter CAUTION If any exhaust system component is removed modified or da...

Page 87: ...s model can be converted for sea level utilization Headlight Beam Aiming Turn knob to adjust beam height TYPICAL 1 Knob CAUTION Snowmobile engines have been calibrated with the filter in stalled Operating the snowmobile without it may cause en gine damage CAUTION Do not change original factory calibration if snowmobile is used below 1200 m 4000 ft except Summit 600 A32E01A 1 Mmo9904a book Page 85 ...

Page 88: ... boot 1 Bulb connector 2 Rubber boot Unfasten bulb retainer ring Detach the bulb and replace Properly reinstall parts CAUTION Never touch glass portion of an halogen bulb with bare fin gers it shortens its operating life If glass is touched clean it with isopropyl alcohol which will not leave a film on the bulb A32E02A 1 2 Mmo9904a book Page 86 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 89: ...87 1 Locking ring Instrument s All Models Remove air duct from underneath hood TYPICAL 1 Remove these screws A30E05A 1 1 A32E03A Mmo9904a book Page 87 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 90: ... boot and socket to expose bulb Pull bulb out of socket TYPICAL ALL MODELS 1 Instruments sockets Taillight If taillight bulb is burnt expose the bulb by removing the red plastic lens To remove unscrew the 2 lens screws 1 A32E04A Mmo9904a book Page 88 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 91: ...ine Remove drive belt as shown in Maintenance Chapter of this manual Transmission and track are now freed Put belt in engine compartment close hood and tie a rope to ski legs Snowmobile is ready to be towed TYPICAL A32G04A Mmo9904a book Page 89 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 92: ... or when a snowmobile is not in use for more than one month that proper storage is a necessity To prepare your snowmobile follow the maintenance chart in MAIN TENANCE section Mmo9904a book Page 90 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 93: ...ilter replace if clogged check condition of fuel and impulse lines and their connections If a failure of the fuel pump or carburetor has occurred contact an authorized dealer 5 Spark plug ignition no spark Remove spark plug s then reconnect to spark cap Check that emergency cut out switch is at the ON position and the tether cut out switch cap is snapped over the receptacle Start engine with spark...

Page 94: ...t will affect vehicle performance 7 Drive and driven pulleys require servicing Contact an authorized dealer 8 Engine is overheating Check coolant level pressure cap thermostat and for air locks in cooling system SYMPTOM Engine backfires Possible causes What to do 1 DESS has not read tether cord Engine can not exceed 3000 RPM DESS pilot lamp blinks once every 3 seconds Properly install tether cord ...

Page 95: ...rain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel SYMPTOM Snowmobile cannot reach full speed Possible cause What to do 1 DESS has not read tether cord Engine can not exceed 3000 RPM DESS pilot lamp blinks once every 3 seconds Properly install tether cord 2 DESS is activated Engine can not exceed 3000 RPM DESS pilot lamp blinks rapidly Install appropriate tether cord 3 Drive belt Check item 6 of Engine l...

Page 96: ...9 35 3 1 39 Wear Limit Width mm in 32 5 1 280 32 5 1 280 Spark plug Type NGK BR 9 ES NGK BR 9 ES Gap mm in 0 45 018 0 45 018 Track Tension mm in 30 35 1 3 16 1 3 8 30 35 1 3 16 1 3 8 Alignment FLUIDS Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Regular Unleaded Tank Capacity L US gal 40 0 10 6 40 0 10 6 Oil engine Type Tank Capacity L US oz 3 5 118 4 3 5 118 4 Chaincase Transmission Oil Type Capacity mL US oz 250 8...

Page 97: ... 355 mL Ethylene glycol antifreeze for aluminum engines mixed with wa ter 3 parts of antifreeze for 2 parts of water N A Not applicable OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE Order from your SKI DOO dealer Ask your dealer for the appropriate volume you need PUBLICATIONS P N 1999 Shop Manual English Volume 1 Volume 2 Volume 3 484 200 001 484 200 003 484 200 005 1999 High Altitude Technical Data Loose Sheets ...

Page 98: ...ure to receive the warranty registration card from the previ ous owner when the ownership is transferred as you are entitled to the unexpired portion of the warranty STOLEN UNITS If the event that your snowmobile is stolen you should notify your area distributor s warranty department of such Please provide your name address phone number vehicle serial number and date it was stolen Bombardier will ...

Page 99: ...NOTE Mmo9904a book Page 99 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 100: ...NOTE Mmo9904a book Page 100 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

Page 101: ...________________________________________________________________________ CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP POSTAL CODE NEW ADDRESS OR NEW OWNER _____________________________________________________________________________ NAME _____________________________________________________________________________ NO STREET APT _____________________________________________________________________________ CITY STATE PR...

Page 102: ...AFFIX BOMBARDIER INC SKI DOO WARRANTY VALCOURT QUEBEC CANADA J0E 2L0 PROPER POSTAGE Mmo9904a book Page 98 Wednesday September 16 1998 9 09 AM ...

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