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PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS
Before Starting the Engine
Suspension Inspection
Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile's reliability and cause
needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any snowmobile trip,
a visual inspection will uncover potential problems. Check the follow-
ing items on a weekly basis or before any long trip.
Item
Check
Page
Suspension mounting bolts
Tightness
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Rear idler wheel bolts
Tightness
111
Rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts
Tightness
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Torque arm bolts
Tightness
--
Carrier and bogie wheel bolts
Tightness
--
Front torque arm limiter strap
Condition
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Rail slide
Condition
112
Track
Tension
110
All rear suspension components
Lubrication
88
Ski runner/skag
Condition
--
Ski spindle bolts
Tightness
--
Tie rod end nuts
Tightness
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