Periodic maintenance and adjustment
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NOTICE
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Avoid scratching the skis when loading
and unloading the snowmobile, when rid-
ing in areas with little or no snow, or on
sharp edges such as concrete, curbs, etc.
This will wear or damage the skis.
To align the skis
1.
Turn the handlebar so the skis face
straight ahead.
2.
Check the following for ski alignment:
Skis are facing forward.
Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B) is
within specification.
TIP
Move the front tip of each ski fully inward be-
fore measuring or aligning.
3.
If the alignment is not correct, consult a
Yamaha dealer.
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Steering system
Check the handlebar for excessive free play.
To check the handlebar
1.
Push the handlebar up and down and
back and forth.
2.
Turn the handlebar slightly to the right
and left.
If excessive free play is felt, consult a Yamaha
dealer.
To adjust the handlebar height
1.
Remove the handlebar cover.
2.
Loosen the handlebar bolts.
Ski runner wear limit:
8.0 mm (0.31 in)
Ski wear limit:
24.0 mm (0.94 in)
1. Distance A
2. Distance B
Ski toe-out (distance A – distance B):
0.0–15.0 mm (0.00–0.59 in)
1. Handlebar cover
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