When operating the vehicle in tem-
perature exceeding 0° C (32
0
F). the
rubber plug must block the engine side
orifice and the rubber vent must be
positioned on the side of the silencer
box to allow cold air circulation.
In temperatures below 0° C (32° F)
and/or
powder snow, the rubber plug
must block the entry of fresh air on the
side of the silencer box and the rubber
vent must
allow the warm air being
emitted from the engine to be directed
over the carburetor.
..,
CAUTION: Observe temperature
...
changes and locate plugs accord-
ingly. Incorrect location of plugs may
cause carburetor ice-up or engine over-
heating.
(W7)
Drive Belt
Inspect belt for cracks. fraying or ab-
normal wear (uneven wear, wear on
one side, etc.) If abnormal wear is
noted, probable cause is pulley mis-
alignment. Contact your dealer. Check
drive belt width, it should not be less
than 30 mm
(1
3/16")
wide.
O
NOTE: When installing a new
drive belt, a break-in period of
15-25 km (10-15 miles) is strongly re-
commended.
(WS) Steering Mechanism
Inspect steering mechanism for tight-
ness of components (steering arm, ball
joint, etc.I. If necessary,
replace or re-
tighten. Check condition of ski and ski
runner. Replace if worn.
(W9) Drive Chain Tension
Run vehicle forward so that true free-
play can be taken. Check tension then
turn driven pulley
1/2 turn counter-
clockwise and recheck. Starting from
maximum reading, adjust chain ten-
sion to 6 mm
(1/4")
free-play. Remove
capscrew
locking chain tensioner in
place. (Tensioner
is located at bottom
left of
gearbox).
,Chain tensioner
Rotate the tensioner as required to ob-
tain correct chain tension.
Replace capscrew to lock chain ten-
sicner
jn place.
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