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MAINTENANCE
General Maintenance
Torque Stop
If your snowmobile is equipped
with an engine torque stop (1),
periodically check torque stop
clearance. With cl utches i n
proper alignment, the torque stop
clearance should be a minimum
of .010″ to a maximum of .030″
from the engine case (2). Adjust
if necessary, and lock the jam
nut.
Reverse Main ten an ce
If your snowmobile is equipped with reverse, or if you have a reverse
kit installed, it’s especially important to maintain track tension as
specified on page 111.
Allow the engine to reach i dle speed before attempting t o shift i nto or
out of reverse.
2 1
Improper track tension can cause serious damage to the
snowmobile, which can result in loss of vehicle control and serious
injury or death. Always maintain the track tension as specified.
WARNING
Damage will occur to chaincase or transmission if shifting is
attempted before the machine has come to a complete stop.
Make sure the snowmobile has completely stopped and the
engine has returned to idle speed before shifting gears.
CAUTION