Ski-Doo Skandic LT 2002, Operator'S Manual

Page: 60 / 119

58
SUSPENSION TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
In Deep Snow
When operating the snowmobile in deep snow, it may be necessary
to vary extension adjustment, stopper strap and/or riding position, to
change the angle at which the track rides on the snow. Operator’s
familiarity with the various adjustments as well as snow conditions
will dictate the most efficient combination.
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE MEASURES
Front suspension
wandering – Check ski alignment and camber angle
adjustment. See an authorized SKI-DOO dealer.
– Reduce ski ground pressure.
• Reduce front suspension spring preload.
• Increase 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
seems too stiff – Reduce rear spring preload.
Rear of snowmobile
seems too soft – Increase rear spring preload.
Rear suspension
front shock absorber
is frequently
bottoming – Lengthen stopper strap.
– Increase center shock preload.
Track slides too
much at start – Lengthten stopper strap.
– Change driving position.
Mmo2002-001a.book Page 58 Friday, January 12, 2001 1:56 PM