Section 07 REAR SUSPENSION
Subsection 04 (TRACK)
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GENERAL
This section gives guidelines for track removal.
Some components require more detailed disas-
sembly procedures. In these particular cases, re-
fer to the pertaining section in this manual.
INSPECTION
Visually inspect track for:
– cuts and abnormal wear
– missing or defective inserts or guides
If track is damaged, replace track.
REMOVAL
Remove the following items:
– chainguard
– drive chain and driven sprocket
– rear suspension
– end bearing housing
– drive axle
– track
INSTALLATION
Reverse the removal procedure.
NOTE: When installing the track, respect rotation
direction indicated by shaped arrows on track
thread.
TRACK ROTATION
Track Tension and Alignment
Track tension and alignment are interrelated. Do
not adjust one without checking the other. Track
tension procedure must be carried out prior to
track alignment.
Ten s io n
Lift the rear of vehicle and support with a mechan-
ical stand. Allow the suspension to extend normal-
ly. Check the gap 60 mm (2-3/8 in) from rear idler
wheel bracket.
Deflection should be 35 mm (1-3/8 in) between
slider shoe and bottom inside of track, when ex-
erting a downward force of 7.3 kg (16 lb).
Use tension tester (P/N 414 348 200) to measure
deflection as well as force applied.
1. Belt tension tester
WARNING
Do not operate a snowmobile with a cut, torn
or damaged track.
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