Section 02 MAINTENANCE
Subsection 02 (STORAGE)
Reinstall the spark plugs and the outlet primer
hose or air silencers.
WARNING
This procedure must only be performed in a
well-ventilated area. Do not run engine dur-
ing storage period.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
Keep clean of grass, twigs, cloth, etc. These are
combustible under certain conditions.
PULLEY PROTECTION
After inspection and interior cleaning of pulleys,
spray BOMBARDIER LUBE (P/N 293 600 016) on
sheaves. Do not reinstall drive belt.
COUNTERSHAFT LUBRICATION
Driven pulley and brake disc must be floating on
the countershaft for efficient operation. Lubricate
with anti-seize lubricant (P/N 293 800 070).
CAUTION: Do not lubricate excessively as
lubricant could contact and soil brake pads
and/or drive belt.
BATTERY
Remove battery, clean its tray and its exterior sur-
face. Charge battery as explained in BATTERY
section.
VEHICLE CLEANING
To facilitate the inspection and ensure adequate
lubrication of components, it is recommended to
clean the entire vehicle.
Remove any dirt or rust.
To clean the entire vehicle, use only flannel cloths
or equivalent.
CAUTION: It is necessary to use flannel cloths
or equivalent on windshield and hood to avoid
further damaging surfaces to clean.
To clean the entire vehicle, including bottom pan
and metallic parts use Heavy duty cleaner (P/N 293
110 001 (spray can 400 g) and P/N 293 110 002
(4 L)).
CAUTION: Do not use Heavy duty cleaner on
decals or vinyl.
For vinyl and plastic parts use Vinyl & Plastic
Cleaner (P/N 413 711 200 (6 x 1 L)).
To remove scratches on windshield or hood use
BOMBARDIER Scratch Remover Kit (P/N 861 774
800).
CAUTION: Never clean plastic parts or hood
with strong detergent, degreasing agent, paint
thinner, acetone, products containing chlorine,
etc.
Inspect the hood and repair any damage.
Touch up all metal spots with touch-up paint
where paint has been scratched off.
Spray all bare metal parts including shock chromed
rods with BOMBARDIER LUBE (P/N 293 600 016).
Wax the hood and the painted portion of the
frame for better protection. Use a non-abrasive
wax such as silicone wax.
NOTE: Apply non-abrasive wax on glossy finish
only.
RAGS IN AIR INTAKE AND
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Block air intake hole and exhaust system hole us-
ing clean rags.
VEHICLE PROTECTION
Protect the vehicle with a cover to prevent dust
accumulation during storage.
CAUTION: The snowmobile has to be stored
in a cool and dry place and covered with an
opaque but ventilated tarpaulin. This will pre-
vent sun rays and grime from affecting plastic
components and vehicle finish.
Lift rear of vehicle until track is clear of the ground.
Install on a snowmobile mechanical stand.
NOTE: Do not release track tension.
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