Ski-Doo ELITE SERIES User Manual

Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 04 (SUSPENSION AND TRACK)
SUSPENSION AND TRACK
The following chart is provided to help diagnose the probable source of troubles. It should be used as a
guideline. Some causes or corrections may not apply to a specific model.
SYMPTOM SUSPENSION IS TOO LOW.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
1. Check condition of springs.
a. Springs are broken.
Replace springs.
TEST/INSPECTION
2. Check springs preload.
a. Too low spring preload.
Increase preload to the recommended position.
SYMPTOM REAR SUSPENSION BOTTOMS OUT.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
1. Check condition of springs.
a. Springs are broken.
Replace springs.
2. Check springs preload.
a. Too low spring preload.
Increase preload to the recommended position.
TEST/INSPECTION
3. Check the rear shock motion ratio position.
a. It is adjusted in soft position.
Adjust rear shock motion ratio to firm position.
SYMPTOM REAR SUSPENSION IS TOO STIFF.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
1. Check rear spring preload.
a. Too much preload.
Adjust to a softer position.
2. Check springs.
a. Springs installed are too stiff.
Install optional softer springs, refer to Service Bulletin SPRING REFERENCE ACCORDING TO LOAD.
3. Check the rear shock motion ratio position.
a. It is adjusted in firm position.
Adjust rear shock motion ratio to soft position.
4. Check track tension.
a. Track is too tight.
Adjust.
TEST/INSPECTION
5. Check if axles are properly lubricated.
a. Improper lubrication and/or contaminated grease (sticky oil sludge).
Clean and/or lubricate.
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Ski-Doo ELITE SERIES Specifications

General

Brand	Ski-Doo
Model	ELITE SERIES
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English