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MAINTENANCE
Suspension Maintenance
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 following items on a weekly basis or before any long trip:
n Check rear idler wheel bolts for tightness.
n Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness.
n Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.
n Check slide rail Hi-fax condition - have your dealer replace when
worn to minimum thickness.
n Check track tension (beginning on page 99).
n Lubricate/grease all suspension components (beginning on page
72).
n Check ski runner/skag condition.
Extended Storage
Off-season or extended storage of your snowmobile requires preventive
measures to aid against deterioration and to prolong the useful life of
many components.
Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and Trim
Proper storage starts with cleaning, washing, and waxing the hood,
chassis, and p lastic parts. Wipe down remaining s urfaces with a damp
cloth. Clean and touch up with paint any rusted or previously painted
surfaces. Be sure that corrosive salt and aci ds are removed from
surfaces b efore beginning preservation with wax es and rust inhibitors
(grease, oil or paint).
The machine should be stored in a dry garage or shed, out of direct
sunlight, and covered with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may
cause condensation to form and damage snowmobile components.
Controls and Linkage
All bushings, spindle shafts, tie rod ends, and cables should receive a
light co at of oil or g rease.