Pre-Ride Checklist
Inspect all items on the checklist for proper operation or condition before each use of the snowmobile. Procedures are outlined in the referenced sections.
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.
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Drive Belt |
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Steering System |
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Recoil Rope |
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Coolant Level |
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Transmission Oil Level |
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Injection Oil Level |
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Temporary Brake Lock/Brake Lever/Brake System |
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Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch (Engine Stop Switch) |
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Ignition Switch |
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Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight |
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Skags (Wear Bars) |
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Suspension Mounting Bolts |
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Ski Saddle and Spindle Bolts |
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Hood and Side Panel Fasteners |
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Throttle Lever/Safety Switch |
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Rear Wheel Idler Bolt |
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Tether Switch/Strap (if equipped) |
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Track Alignment/Condition |
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Rail Slide Condition/Rear Articular Wear/Rear Articulation Stop |
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Removable Snow Flap |
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Taillight Switch |
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Check suspension mounting bolts for tightness. |
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Check rear idler wheel bolt for tightness. |
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Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness. |
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Check front torque arm limiter strap condition. |
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Check rail slide condition. |
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Check track tension. |
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Check ski runner/skag condition. |
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Check ski spindle bolts for tightness. |
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Check tie rod end nuts for tightness. |
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