Ski-Doo Escapade 1987 Operator'S Manual Download

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Summary of Contents for Escapade 1987

Page 1: ...operator s manual 1987 414 5982 00 ...

Page 2: ...ardier Inc BOMBARDIER INC ALPINE FORMULA SAFARI VALCOURT QUEBEC BLIZZARD FUTURA SKANDIC CANADA JOf 2LO BOMBARDIER GRAND PRIX SPECIAL SKI DOO CARRY BOOSE MIRAGE SONIC H CITATION MOTO SKI SPIRIT ELAN NORDIK STRATOS Duality ELITE NUVIK T NT Service ESCAPADE OLYMPIQUE TUNDRA EVEREST ROTAX Litho d in Canada Trademarks of Bombardier Inc All rights reserved Bombardier Inc ...

Page 3: ...oduct s other th9n those mentioned on the cover page of this manual The information illustrations and com ponents system descriptions contained in this manual are correct at time of pu blication Bombardier Inc however main tains a policy of continuous improvement of its products without imposing upon it self any obligation to install them on prod ucts previously manufactured Bombardier Inc reserve...

Page 4: ...surfaces On such surfaces abnormal and ex cessive wear of critical parts is inevi table Your snowmobile is not designed to be operated on public streets road or highways In most States and Prov inces it is considered an illegal oper ation Installation of other than standard equipment including ski spreaders bumpers pack racks etc could se verely affect the stability and safety of your vehicle Avoi...

Page 5: ... LUBRICATION Frequency steering mechanism drive axle slide suspension chaincase oil level oil injection system 19 MAINTENANCE Maintenance chart belt guard removal and installation drive belt removal drive belt condition new drive belt brake condition brake adjustment spark plugs battery suspension condition stopper strap condition suspension ad justment stopper strap track condition track tension ...

Page 6: ...e to subsequent owner s for remainder of warran ty period from original date of sale 5 EXCLUSIONS ARE NOT WARRANTED Normal wear on all items such as but not limited to drive belts bulbs slider shoes runners on skis spark plugs Replacement parts and or accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER parts and or accessories Damage resulting from installation of parts other than genuine BOMBARDIER part...

Page 7: ... an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply Neither the distributor the selling dealer nor any other person has been authorized to make any affirmation representation or warranty other than those contained in this warranty and if made such affirmation represen tation or warranty shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any other person Some states or provinces do not all...

Page 8: ...ard is presented 0 Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow mobile A In this Operator Manual prov1ded with the vehicle at the time of first sale 0 Will the entire warranty be void or cancelled if I do not operate or maintain my new snowmobile exactly as specified in the Operator s Manual A The warranty of the new snowmobile cannot be Vo1ded or Cancelled However if...

Page 9: ...rd in this manual should be completed and sent to Bombardier Inc 0 How can I receive the best owner assistance A The satisfaction and goodwill of the owners ofBombardier products are ofpri mary concern to your dealer and Bombardier Inc Normally any problems that arise in connection with the sales transaction or the operation of your snowmobile will be handled by your Dealers Sales or Service Depar...

Page 10: ...Brook Newfoundland A2H 6J3 709 634 3533 81 Kenmount Road P O Box 8127 St John s Newfoundland A 1B 3N 1 709 722 6700 HUDSON S BAY CO LTD 165 Hymus Blvd Pointe Claire Quebec H9R 1G2 1514 697 8500 North West Territories Franklin District Keewatin AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS BOMBARDIER CORPORATION All States excluding Alaska SERVICE OFFICES East Main Street Road Malone New York 12953 518 483 4411 Technical ...

Page 11: ...cate these num bers for warranty purposes or to trace your snowmobile in the event of theft A019000001 Vehicle serial number meaning 0000 00000 r Model no Vehicle no A000000013 A009005002 0 NOTE We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company It will surely help in the event a snowmobile is stolen 9 ...

Page 12: ...trans mission When released engine speed returns automatically to idle 10 A 1 1 c J _____J __ _ H L G 4l J 4 j Q L U P J Speedometer K Tachometer L Electric fuel level gauge M Injection oil level pilot lamp red N High beam ptlot lamp blue 0 Hot grip switch P Tank cap 0 Hood opening B Brake Lever Located on the left side of handlebar When compressed the brake is applied When released it automatical...

Page 13: ... 0 Headlamp Dimmer Switch The dimmer switch allows correct selec tion of headlamp beam To obtain high or low beam simply flick switch E Emergency Cut Out Switch To stop the engine in an emergency push the button to the lower off position and simultaneously apply the brakes To start engine button must be at the upper on position Upper position before starting A017006004 OFF Lower position to stop e...

Page 14: ...the windshield when turning Lock the steering handle in place by tightening the four 4 retaining screws to 26 N m 19 lbf ft Reinstall steering pad J Speedometer The speedometer is linked directly to the drive axle Direct reading dial indicates the speed of the vehicle Odometer records the total distance travelled in kilometers K Tachometer The tachometer registers the impulses of magneto Direct re...

Page 15: ... run an engine with the hood open un fastened or removed Seat Belt Escapade only Located on middle of seat Provide a grip for the rear passenger Tool Box Located under the hood To gain access tilt hood Ideal location for spare plugs rope first aid kit flashlight etc Fuse Holders Starter electric starting Starting system is protected with a 30 amperes rated fuse Fuse holder is located near the star...

Page 16: ...p oz of BLIZZARD OIL should be added to gas for the first full gas tank filling W CAUTION Remove and clean spark T plugs after engine break in Belt A new drive belt requires a break in pe riod of 25 km 15 miles 10 Hour Inspection As with any precision piece of mechanical equipment we suggest that after the first 10 hours of operation or 30 days after the purchase whichever comes first your ve hicl...

Page 17: ...retorque to 26 N m 19 lbf ftl Pulley alignment and drive belt condition Track condition tension and alignment Lubrication steering suspension drive axle Electrical wiring loose connections stripped wires damaged insula tionl tighten all loose bolts nuts and linkage Operation of lighting system HI I LO beam brake light etc test operation of emergency cut out switch and tether switch Battery electro...

Page 18: ... of Bombardier Snowmobile injection oil in the injection oil tank CAUTION Check level and refill T every time you refuel Do not over fill 0 NOTE To assure additional protec tion during the initial engine break in 500 ml 18 imp oz of BLIZZARD OIL should be added to gas for the first full gas tank filling PRE START CHECK _______ Check Points ACTIVATE THE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER SEVERAL TIMES to check...

Page 19: ...p erating vehicle without battery might cause instrument or bulb failure Turn ignition key clockwise until starter engages CAUTION To avoid starter over T heating the cranking period should never exceed 30 seconds and a rest pe riod should be observed between the cranking cycles to let starter cool down Release key immediately when engine has started If engine does not start on first try key must ...

Page 20: ...the handle only A007003030 WARNING Do not start the ve hicle by the drive pulley unless it is a true emergency situation Have the vehicle repaired as soon as possible Attach emergency rope to any available handle and to the starter clip supplied in the tool box Wind the rope thightly around drive pulley 18 A019003001 A003003016 Start engine as per usual manual starting WARNING When starting the ve...

Page 21: ...ditions these items should be lu bricated more frequently A019006001 0 NOTE When lubricating grease fit tings grease until grease appears at joints Always use low temperature grease P N 413 7061 00 WARNING Only perform such pro cedures as detailed in this manu al It is recommended that dealer assis tance be periodically obtained on other components systems not covered in this manual Unless otherwi...

Page 22: ...t and ski leg lower bushing A019006003 I Reinstall boot and secure the spring Coat stabilizer bar bushing with grease Drive Axle Lubricate at grease fitting using low tem perature grease A009003010 1lllr CAUTION When lubricating the T drive axle bearing do not apply excessive grease as the seal will be pushed out of its housing Check seal posi ion with finger 20 _________________________ ...

Page 23: ...ap then using a rigid wire as a dip stick check oil level The oil level on the dipstick should be 50 65 mm 2 to 2 1 2 Refill as required using Bombar dier chaincase oil P N 413 8019 00 200 ml A009003011 0 NOTE The chaincase oil capacity is approximately 200 ml 7 oz Oil Injection System Always maintain a sufficient amount of Bombardier Snowmobile Injection Oil in the injection oil tank CAUTION Chec...

Page 24: ... Only perform such pro cedures as detailed in this manual It is recommended that dealer assis tance be periodically obtained on other components systems not covered in this manual Unless otherwise specified en gine should be turned OFF for all lubri cation and maintenance procedures E E 0 0 Q 0 Cl o E c i E i E E B 20 c Q o8 a o o UQ Oo s t o C _NN Q ON coo OoM c 0 NOTE The ten hour inspection is ...

Page 25: ... ed Running an unloaded engine is dan gerous 1 Remove the belt guard 2 Unlock and raise driven pulley support A004003006 Driven pulley support 3 Open the driven pulley by twisting and pushing the sliding half Hold in fully open position 4 Slip slackened belt over the top edge of the sliding half A004003008 5 Slip the belt out from the drive pulley and remove completely from vehicle A004003009 To i...

Page 26: ...ive R PM with frozen track fast starts without warm up period burred sheave oil on belt or dis torted spare belt Contact the dealer Check the drive belt width If less than 32 mm 1 1 4 in replace the drive belt New Drive Belt When installing a new drive belt break in period of 25 km 15 miles is strongly recommended 0 NOTE Always store a spare belt in a manner to allow its natural shape to be mainta...

Page 27: ...spark plug heat range or ex cessive idling A light grey insulator tip indicates a lean mixture caused by carburetor high speed mixture adjusted too lean wrong spark plug heat range incor rect fuel mixture ratio or a leaking seal or gasket Overheated light grey A000004010 Normal brownish Fouled black CAUTION If spark plug condition T is not ideal contact your autho rized dealer Check spark plug gap...

Page 28: ...er shoes springs wheels etc 0 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 slider shoe wear Stopper Strap Condition Inspect strap for wear and cracks bolt and nut for tightness If loose inspect holes for deformation replace as requir ed Torque nut to 10 N m 89 ...

Page 29: ...track 0 NOTE For deep snow condition or hill climbing it is recommended to place the front adjuster blocks on the lowest position and set stopper strap to the shortest position _ CAUTION Always turn the left T side adjuster blocks in a clock wise direction the right side blocks in a counter clockwise direction Left and right adjuster blocks of each adjust ment must always be set at the same elevat...

Page 30: ...ct con dition If worn or cut or if track fibers are exposed or if missing or defective inserts or guides are noted contact the dealer WARNING Do not operate asnow mobile with a cut torn or dam aged track Track Tension and Alignment Tension Lift the rear of vehicle and support with a mechanical stand Allow the slide to extend normally The gap should be 13 mm 112 between the slider shoe and the bott...

Page 31: ... equipped with the lat est in snowmobile transmission system The TRA drive pulley Total Range Adjust able This pulley includes three 3 cali bration screws that provide the opportu nity to perform minor adjustments to the clutch in order to keep the engine at it s peak power R PM thereby maintaining optimal vehicle performance The clutch is factory adjusted position three 3 to provide the best perf...

Page 32: ...w head must be aligned with the desired numeral position See illustration CAUTION Back off the calibration T screw locking nut only far enough to allow a change of position of the screw head Never attempt to remove the locking nut or the calibration screw Make sure the adjustment is set at the same position for all three 3 screws WARNING Always retorque lock ing nut to 10 N m 89 lbf in 30 ________...

Page 33: ...n tightening the tie rod end lock nuts Typical A019006005 Typical Restrain Tighten Muffler Attachment The engine exhaust system parts are vital toward efficient muffler function Check all attachments Replace the springs and or tighten if necessary CAUTION Do not operate vehicle with muffler disconnected other wise serious engine damage will occur Engine Head Nuts With the ENGINE COLD check that th...

Page 34: ...t the dealer Oil Injection System Injection Oil Filter Condition Inspect oil filter at least once a month Insure that filter is not obstructed by for eign particles if so see the dealer W CAUTION An obstructed injec T tion oil filter will cause oil starva tion resulting in serious engine damage 0 NOTE After a storage period it is important that the dealer replace the injection oil filter and that ...

Page 35: ... vehicle on a flat surface 7 6 m 25 from a wall or screen With the suspension correctly adjusted the rider seated on the vehicle and the high beam ON check that the center of high intensity zone of high beam is 50 mm 2 below horizontal line of head lamp height Headlamp center line c ex t TI oo rt 14 7 6 m 25 1 tc 50 mm 2 1 Below headlamp center A002004010 Light beam center A002004007 Light beam hi...

Page 36: ... otherwise speci fied engine should be turned OFF For all lubrication and maintenance proce dures If taillight bulb is burnt expose the bulb by removing the red plastic lens To re move unfasten the two 2 screws WARNING Always check light op eration after bulb replacement General Inspection Check the electrical wiring and compo nents retighten loose connections Check for stripped wires or damaged i...

Page 37: ...n and cleaning must be perform ed by the dealer at the end of each sea son Engine and Primer Lubrication Engine internal parts must be lubricated to protect them from possible rust for mation during the storage period To perform the storage procedures en gine and primer valve proceed as fol lows 1 Lift the rear of the vehicle and sup port it off the ground WARNING Ensure the track is free of ails ...

Page 38: ... during the stor age period Once the fuel tank is emptied remove the float chamber drain plug from car buretors Drain carburetors A002002010 Reinstall plug Check all fuel lines replace if necessary Battery Electric Starting 1 Disconnect the battery cables and remove the battery retainer cover W CAUTION Be careful not to ground T positive terminal with the chas sis Always disconnect black negative ...

Page 39: ...r the unpainted alumi num portion use only Aluminum clean er and follow instructions on the con tainer Touch up all metal spots where paint has been scratched off Spray all bare metal parts with metal protector Wax the hood and the painted portion of the frame for better protection 0 NOTE Apply wax on glossy finish only Protect the vehicle with a cov er to prevent dust accumulation during storage ...

Page 40: ... less than satisfactory re place with genuine Bombardier parts or suitable equivalents TO BE PERFORMED BY DEALER TO BE PERFORMED BY OWNER 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Check steering alignment and ski runner condition 0 Inspect condition of starting rope 0 Check tightness of all bolts nuts and linkage 0 Refill gas tank 0 Check throttle cable for damage and free operation Check electrical wiring broken wire dama...

Page 41: ...ped over the receptacle Check for fouled or defective spark plug Discon nect spark plug wire unscrew plug and remove from cylinder head Reconnect wire and ground exposed plug on engine cowl being careful to hold away from spark plug hole Follow engine starting procedure and check for spark If no sparks appear replace spark plug If trouble per sists contact your dealer 4 Clogged fuel line water or ...

Page 42: ... still seems faulty contact your dealer 5 Engine If unable to locate specific symptoms contact your dealer Engine continually 1 Spark plug Check item 3 of Engine turns over but fails to backfires start or starts with difficult 2 Overheated Carburetor too lean see your dealer 3 Engine timing incorrectly set Contact your dealer Snowmobile cannot 1 Drive Belt Check for damaged or worn drive belt Repl...

Page 43: ... emergency starter rope etc Standard Tools A E G A Screwdriver B Socket 10 13 mm c Open end wrench 10 13 mm D Socket wrench handle E Starter rope F Socket 21 26 mm A001001016 B F G H I J c H Hexagonal wrench adjuster blocks Starter grip Shock absorber spring collar adjustment key Emergency starter clip D 41 ...

Page 44: ...crankcase engine support nuts M10 38 N m 28 lbf ft exhaust manifold bolts M8 21 N m 15 lbf ft electrical starter bolts M8 21 N m 15 lbf ft N A CHASSIS Overall length 276 9 em 109 280 9 em 111 Overall width 105 9 em 41 7 Overall height 124 9 em 49 2 Ski stance center to center 81 9 em 32 25 Ski alignment toe out 3 mm 1 8 Torque steering column handlebar 26 N m 19 lbf ft Weight 190 5 kg 420 lb 215 5...

Page 45: ... 290 em 114 315 em 124 13 mm 1 2 gap between slider shoe and bottom inside of track Equal distance between edges of track guides and slider shoes 19 39 414 6175 00 34 9 mm 1 3 8 31 7 mm 1 1 4 200 ml 7 oz 12 v 160 w 60 55 W HAL 5 21 w 5W 5W 2W 30 A 1 A BR9ES 0 4 mm 0 016 2 29 mm 090 20 6000 R P M Regular leaded or unleaded 28 6 liters 6 3 gals 7 6 gals Bombardier snowmobile injection oil 2 6 liters...

Page 46: ...1CH S i 1 1 Ill I I I I I I TAl LIGHT Vl I I COLOUR CODES BK BLACK WH WHITE AD RED BL BLUE YL YELLOW GN GREEN GY GREY VI VIOLET OR ORANGE BA BROWN HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM OIL LEVEL INDICATOR LIGHTS WARNING Ensure all terminals are properly crimped on the wires and all connector housings are proper ly fastened e m a oz enG c 1 G a 1 ...

Page 47: ...BATTERY BULB z rg 1 1 15 21 WI t I I I TAILLIGHT IVt COLOUR CODES BK BLACK WH WHITE RD RED BL BLUE YL YELLOW GN GREEN GY GREY VI VIOLET OR ORANGE BR BROWN HEADLIGHT HIGH BEAM OIL LEVEL INDICATOR LIGHTS WARNING Ensure all terminals are properly crimped on the wires and all connector housings are proper ly fastened m e en_ n a m_ Cz Q me 1 Q a 1 s ...

Page 48: ... of 0 001 CONVERSION FACTORS TO CONVERT TOt MULTIPLY BY lbf ft lbf in 12 imp oz U S oz 0 96 imp gal U S gal 1 2 in mm 25 4 in em 2 54 ft m 0 3 MPH km h 1 61 in2 cm2 6 45 in3 cm3 16 39 imp oz ml 28 41 U S oz ml 29 57 imp gal I 4 55 U S gal I 3 79 oz g 28 35 lb kg 0 45 lbf N 4 4 lbf in N m 0 11 lbf ft N m 1 36 PSI kPa 6 89 Fahrenheit Celsius F 32 X 5 9 Celsius Fahrenheit C X 1 8 32 The international...

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Page 51: ... enclose a photocopy of this registration card when informing of a change of ownership CHANGE OF ADDRESS VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER I I I I I I I I I OLD ADDRESS NAME NO STREET CITY STATE PROVINCE NEW ADDRESS NAME NO STREET APT ZIP POSTAL CODE APT Q CITY STATE PROVINCE ZIP POSTAL CODE CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER I I I I I I I I I I I The ownership of this vehicle is transf...

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