Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING
Subsection 04 (SUSPENSION AND TRACK)
SYMPTOM WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED, SNOWMOBILE UNDERSTEERS.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
1. Check ski runner condition.
a. Worn ski runners.
Replace.
2. Check ski spring preload.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Increase spring preload.
3. Check if thicker part of coupling blocks is facing rearward.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Turn coupling block so their thicker part is facing rearward.
TEST/INSPECTION
4. Check if front arm stopper straps are too long.
a. Insufficient ski pressure on the ground.
Shorten stopper straps.
SYMPTOM STEERING WHEEL IS DIFFICULT TO TURN.
CONDITION NORMAL USE.
1. Check if the steering wheel turns freely when skis are off the ground.
a. Ball joints corrosion restrains movement.
Lubricate or replace the ball joint.
b. Component need proper lubrication.
Lubricate. Refer to MAINTENANCE.
c. Bent parts.
Replace parts.
2. Check ski spring preload.
a. Too much preload.
Reduce ski spring preload.
3. Check if thicker part of coupling blocks is facing downward.
a. Too much ski pressure on the ground.
Turn coupling block so their thicker part is facing downward.
TEST/INSPECTION
4. Check position of stopper straps.
a. Too much weight when stopper straps are short.
Lengthen front arm stopper straps.
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