Section02MAINTENANCE
Subsection 02 (STORAGE)
STORAGE
GENERAL
Proper snowmobile storage is a necessity during
the summer months or when a vehicle is not being
used for more than one month.
Refer to storage column from MAINTENANCE
CHART jointly with the present storage proce-
dure in order to cover each and every aspect of
the snowmobile storage procedure. Any worn,
broken or damaged parts should be replaced.
WARNING
Unless otherwise specified, engine should be
turned off for storage procedure.
FUEL STABILIZER
With the new fuel additives, it is critical to use
the fuel stabilizer (P/N 413 408 600) (250 mL) to
prevent fuel deterioration, gum formation and fuel
system components corrosion. Follow manufac-
turer’s instructions for proper use.
Pour fuel stabilizer in fuel tank prior to starting en-
gine for internal parts lubrication so that stabilizer
flows everywhere in fuel system. Fill up fuel tank
completely. Ensure there is no water inside fuel
tank.
CAUTION: Should any water be trapped inside
fuel tank, severe internal damage will occur to
the fuel injection system (if so equipped).
After engine starting, use primer several times so
that stabilizer flows inside it.
Do not drain fuel system.
CAUTION: Fuel stabilizer should be added prior
to engine lubrication to ensure carburetor pro-
tection against varnish deposit.
WARNING
Fuel is inflammable and explosive under
certain conditions. Always work in a well
ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow open
flames or sparks in the vicinity. Fuel tank
may be pressurized, slowly turn cap when
opening. Never use an open flame to check
fuel level. When fueling, keep vehicle level.
Do not overfill or top off the fuel tank and
leave vehicle in the sun. As temperature
increases, fuel expands and might overflow.
Always wipe off any fuel spillage from the
vehicle. Periodically inspect fuel system.
ENGINE LUBRICATION
NOTE: Be sure to add fuel stabilizer before start-
ing the engine.
Engine internal parts must be lubricated to protect
them from possible rust formation during the stor-
age period.
Proceed as follows:
Start the engine and allow it to run at idle speed
until the engine reaches its operating tempera-
ture.
WARNING
Ensure the track is free of particles which
could be thrown out while it is rotating.
Keep hands, tools, feet and clothing clear
of track. Ensure no one is standing in close
proximity to the vehicle.
Stop the engine.
Remove air silencers to spray storage oil into each
carburetor/throttle body bore.
Restartengineandrunatidlespeed.
Inject storage oil until the engine stalls or until a
sufficient quantity of oil has entered the engine
(approximately half a can).
With the engine stopped, remove the spark plug
and spray storage oil (P/N 413 711 600) for Canada
and (P/N 413 711 900) for USA into each cylinder.
Crank slowly 2 or 3 revolutions to lubricate cylin-
ders.
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