Ski-Doo 1990 Elan User manual

ELAN
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
414 6746 00

model
V.I.N.
purchase date
warranty expiry date
To be completed by dealer at time of sale
DEALER IMPRINT AREA
AFTER SALES SERVICE
BOMBARDIER INC.
VALCOURT (QUEBEC)
CANADA JOE 2LO
The following are trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
Litho'd in Canada
ALPINE®
BOMBARDIER®
ELAN®
, ®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
FORMUlA*
NORDIK® ROT
AX®
SKI-DQQ®
All rights reserved il:l Bombardier Inc.

FOREWORD ________________ __
The operator manual and the Snowmo-
bile Safety Handbook
have been pre-
pared to acquaint the ownerIoperator or
passenger ofa new snowmobile with the
various vehicle controls, maintenance
and safe operating instructions.
Each is
indispensable for the proper use of the
product and should be kept with the
vehicle at all times.
Should you
have any questions pertain-
ing to the warranty and its application,
please consuIt the
II Often Asked Ques-
tion" section of this manual, or your
authorized dealer.
This manual
uses the following symbols.
..A.WARNING : Identifies an instruc-
T tion which, if not followed, could
cause serious personal injuries includ-
ing possibility
of death.
,., CAUTION : Denotes an instruc-
T tion which, if not followed, could
severely damage vehicle components.
0
NOTE: Indicates supplementary
information needed to fully com-
plete
an instruction.
Although the mere reading
of such in-
formation does not eliminate the
hazard,
your understanding of the information
will promote its correct use.
..A.WARNING :The engines and the
T corresponding components iden-
tified
in this manual should not be uti-
lized
on product(s) other than those
mentioned
on the cover page of this
manual.
..A.WARNING : Maintenance proce-
T dures and tightening torques must
be strictly adhered to, never attempt
repairs unless the appropriate tools are
available.
The information and components I
system descriptions contained in this
manual
are correct at time of publication.
Bombardier
Inc. however, maintains a poli-
cy of continuous improvement of its
products without imposing upon itself
any obligation to install them on prod-
ucts previously manufactured.
Bombardier
Inc. reserves the right at any
time to discontinue or change specifi-
cations, designs, features, models or
equipment without incurring obligation.
The illustrations show the typical con-
struction of the different assemblies
and,
in all cases, may not reproduce the full
detail or exact shape of the parts shown,
however, they represent parts which
have the same or a similar function.
Most specifications are given
in both
metric and customary units. Where pre-
cise accuracy
is not required, some con-
versions
are rounded to even numbers
for easier
use.
A shop manual can be obtained for com-
plete service, maintenance and repair in-
formation.
,., CAUTION : Most components of
T this vehicle are built with parts
dimensioned
in the metric system. Most
fasteners are metric and must not be
replaced by customary fasteners or vice
versa. Mismatched or incorrect
fasteners could cause damage to the
vehicle or possible personal injury.

TABLE OF
CONTENTS ________________________ __
THE 1990
11
LIMITED WARRANTY" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS...... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS . ..
Throttle lever
Brake lever
Ignition
/light switch
Headlamp dimmer switch
emergency cut-out switch
Tether cut-out switch
Rewind starter handle
BREAK-IN PERIOD ........... .
Engine and belt break-in
10-hour inspection
FUEL & OIL ........... .
Recommended fuel
Recommended oil
Fuel/oil mixture ratio
PRE-START CHECK
Check points ............... .
STARTING PROCEDURE .
Manual starting
Before riding
LUBRICATION ..... .
Frequency
Steering mechanism
Bogie wheels
Rear axle
Primer
Decomppressor lever
Fuel level
Hood opening
Tool box
Acessories
Inspection check list
Fuel mixing procedure
Fuel/oil mixing charts
Emergency starting
Chaincase oil
level
Drive pulley
Driven pulley
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17
20
20
22
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MAINTENANCE
Chart
Console removal
Belt guardIpulley guard removal
Drive belt removal and installation
Drive belt condition
New drive belt
Brake condition
Brake adjustment
Brake light switch adjustment
Spark plug
Suspension condition
STORAGE
Track
Suspension
Skis
Controls
Chaincase
Drive pulley
PRE·SEASON PREPARATION
Track condition
Track tension and aligment
Drive pulley
Steering mechanism
Steering adjustment
Muffler attachments
Engine head nuts
Engine mount nuts
Carburetor adjustment
High altitude kit
Headlamp beam aiming
Bulb replacement
General inspection
Engine
Driven pulley
Fuel tank and carburetor
Chassis
General inspection
Pre-season preparation chart . . . . . . . . . ...................... .
TROUBLE SHOOTING ................................... .
TOOLS
.................................... .
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sl METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE .....
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33
36
37
40
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43

SAFETY
MEASURES __________________________ _
Observe the following
precautions :
• Throttle mechanism should be check-
ed for free movement before starting
engine.
•
Do not operate vehicle near snow
making equipment.
• The
snowmobile engine can be
stopped
by activating the emergen-
cy cut out switch tether switches or
turning off the
key.
• Clean and check operation of the
headlight, tail light and brake light.
• Engine should
be running only when
belt guard and Ior pulley guard
is se-
cured
in place.
• Never run the engine without drive
belt installed. Running
an unloaded
engine can prove to
be dangerous.
• Never run the engine when the track
is raised off the ground.
• It can
be dangerous to run engine
with the hood removed.
• Gasoline
is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always ma-
nipulate
in a well ventilated area. Do
not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks in the vicinity. If gasoline fumes
are noticed while driving, the cause
should
be determined and corrected
without delay.
• Maintain your vehicle in top mechan-
ical condition at all times.
•
Your snowmobile is not designed to
be driven or operated on black top,
bare earth,
ice, hard pack or other
abrasive surfaces.
On such surfaces
abnormal
and excessive wear of critical
parts
is inevitable.
•
Your snowmobile is not designed to
be operated on public streets, road
or highways.
In most States and
Provinces, it
is considered an illegal
operation.
• Installation
of other than standard
equipment, including ski-spreaders,
bumpers, pack racks, etc., could se-
verely affect the stability and safety
of your vehicle. Avoid adding on ac-
cessories that alter the basic vehicle
configuration.
• Whenever the vehicle
is parked out-
doors, overnight or for a long period,
it
is suggested to protect it against
the inclemency of the weather with
a snowmobile
cover.
• Do not lubricate throttle and Ior brake
cables and housings.
• Only perform procedures
as detailed
in this manual. Unless otherwise spec-
ified, engine should
be turned OFF
for all lubrication and maintenance
procedures.
• This vehicle
is designed for the driver
only. No provision
have been made
for a passenger.
• Should removal of a locking device
be required when undergoing repairs/
disassembly, always replace
by new
ones. Tighten fasteners
as specified
in the applicable Shop Manual.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
IN THE
SNOWMOBILER'S SAFETY HANDBOOK,
THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ON
THE VEHICLE
BOTH MANUALS SHOULD REMAIN WITH THE VEHICLE
AT THE TIME OF RESALE
5

THE 1990 SNOWMOBILE
LIMITED WARRANTY _________ _
1 .. PERIOD
BOMBARDIER INC. as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE
FIRST CONSUMER, every 1990 BOMBARDIER® snowmobile, sold as NEW AND UNUSED,
and predelivered by
an authorized BOMBARDIER® dealer for a period of:
• 12 consecutive months.
• Warranty coverage on all
new snowmobiles delivered between August 1st and
December
1st of a year will expire on December 1st of the following year.
2- WHAT BOMBARDIER INC. WILL DO
BOMBARDIER INC. will repair and/or replace, at its option, components defective
in material andIor workmanship (under normal use and service),
with a genuine
BOMBARDIER® component
without charge for parts or labour, at any authorized
BOMBARDIER® dealer during said warranty period.
3 .. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED
Present to the servicing dealer, the hard copy of theBOMBARDIER® WarrantyRegistration
card or
proof of purchase received by the customer from the selling dealer at time of
delivery.
4 - EXCLUSIONS -ARE NOT WARRANTED
• Normal wear on all items such as, but not limited to :
drive belts bulbs
-slider shoes
spark plugs -runners on skis
• Replacement parts
and/or accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER® parts
andI
or accessories.
• Damage resulting from installation
of parts other than genuine BOMBARDIER® parts.
• Damage caused by failure
to provide proper maintenance as detailed in the Operator's
Manual. The labour, parts and lubricants costs
of all maintenance services, including
tune-ups and adjustments
will be charged to the owner.
• Cold seizure and piston
scuffing caused by insufficient warm-up.
• Vehicles designed andIor used
for racing purposes.
• All optional accessories installed on
the vehicle. {The normal warranty policy for parts
and accessories,
if any, applies).
• Damage resulting from accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, abuse or neglect.
• Damage resulting
from operation of the snowmobile on surfaces other than snow.
• Damage resulting
from modification to the snowmobile not approved in writing by
BOMBARDIER
INC.
• Damage incurred by track studs.
• Losses incurred by
the snowmobile owner other than parts and labour, such as, but
not limited to, transportation, towing, telephone calls, taxis, or any other incidental
or consequential damage.
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5- BATTERY WARRANTY:
• 12 consecutive months (Pro-rated).
100% warranty coverage will start on the date the snowmobile was delivered and
run
to the following April 3Qth. The remainder of the 12 month-period will be pro-
rated
as follows :
50% from April 3Qth to December 1st.
40% from December 1st to December 31st.
- 30% from January 1st to end of warranty.
6 - EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES
This warranty gives you specific rights and you may also have other legal rights
which may vary from state to state, or province to province. Where applicable
this warranty is expressly in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties of
BOMBARDIER INC., its distributors and the selling dealer, including any war-
ranty of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose ; otherwise the im-
plied warranty Is limited to the duration of this warranty. However, some states
or provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so
the above limitation may not apply.
Neither the distributor, the selling dealer, nor any other person has been autho ..
rized to make any affirmation, representation or warranty other than those con-
tained in this warranty, and if made, such affirmation, representation or warranty
shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER INC. or any other person.
Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply.
BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to modify its warranty policy at any time,
being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty conditions
applicable to vehicles sold while the above warranty is in effect.
7- CONSUMER ASSISTANCE
If a servicing problem or other difficulty occurs, we suggest the following :
1. Try to solve the problem at the dealership with the Service Manager or Owner.
2. If this fails, contact your area distributor listed in the Operator's Manual.
3. Then if your grievance still remains unsolved, you may write to us :
Bombardier Inc.
Service Department
Snowmobile Division
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada
JOE 2LO
September 1988
Bombardier Inc.
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada
JOE 2LO
®*Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.
7

OFTEN ASKED
QUESTIONS
________________________ _
0 : Why must my snowmobile be registered at the factory 7After all I do have my
original invoice
as proof of when I purchased my snowmobile.
A :
Your warranty is valid at any authorizeddealer of the product. Your registration
is the key elementin providing the servicing dealer with the necessary data to
complete warranty claim forms.
This information is also usedto notifyowners
in the event
of a safety recall.
0 : Who should send the registration card to Bombardier
Inc. ?
A : The dealer. However, it is important thatthe customermake sure that it has
been sent.
The company might contact you should your vehicle be recalled
or in case of a particular warranty campaign.
0: I bought my snowmobile in O'King County but I snowmobile in Washington
County.
Can the dealer in Washington County accept to perform warranty work
on my snowmobile ?
A: Yes, any authorizeddealer in North America can perform warranty repairs,
prov1ding the customer warranty registration card is presented.
0: Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow-
mobile?
A : In this Operator Manual provided with the vehicle
at the time of delivery.
0 : Will the entire warranty
be void or cancelled, if I do not operate or maintain my
new snowmobile exactly
as specified in the Operator's Manual?
A :
The warranty of the new snowmobile cannotbe nVoided" or "Cancelled':
However, if a particular failure is caused by operation or maintenance other
than
is shown in the OperatorManual, THAT failure may not be covered under
warranty.
This includes service workperformedby the customer, especially the
criticaladjustments to ignition, timing, carburation andoilinjectionI
or oilmixture.
0 · Would you give some examples of abnormal use or strain, neglect or abuse ?
8
A : These terms are general and overlap each other in areas. Some specific
examples mayinclude : running the machine out
of oil, chain failure causedby
a lack
of lubrication, operating the machine with a broken or damaged part
which causes another part to fail, andso on. If you have any specific questions
on operation
or maintenance, please contact your dealer for advice.

0 : What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period ?
A : The customer's responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance
services, non-warrantyrepairs, accidents
and collision damage, as wellas oils,
and sparkplugs, and incidental or consequential damages costs as explained
in the warranty.
0: Are "Genuine" Bombardier replacement parts used in warranty repairs covered
by warranty?
A : Yes. When installedbyan authorizeddealer, any "'Genuine" Bombardierpart
usedin warranty
repairs assumes the remaining warranty that exists on the machine.
0 : If I sell my snowmobile within the warranty period, will the new owner qualify
for the balance of the warranty ?
A : Yes, provided the unit has already been registered with the manufacturer.
Note that the change
of ownership card in this manualshould be completed
and sent to Bombardier Inc.
0 : How can I receive the best owner assistance?
A : The satisfaction and goodwill of the owners of Bombardierproducts are of
primaryconcern to your dealer and Bombardier Inc. Normally, anyproblems that
arise in connection with the sales transaction
or the operation of yoursnowmobile
will behandledby yourDealers Sales or Service Departments. It is recognized,
however, that despite the bestintentions of everyone concerned, misunderstand-
ings
will sometimes occur. If you have a problem that has not been handled
to yoursatisfaction through normalchannels, we suggest that you discuss your
problem with a
member of dealership management. Frequently, complaints are
the result
of a breakdown in communications and can quickly be resolved by
a member of the dealership management. If the problem already has been
reviewed with the Sales Manager
or Service Manager, contactthe Dealerhimself
or the General Manager.
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LISTING OF AREA
DISTRIBUTORS ___________ _
CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS
PROVINCE OF QUEBEC
SERVICE OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
INC.
Valcourt (Quebec) JOE 2LO
(514} 532-2211
SALES OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
INC.
1350 Nobel Street
Boucherville (Quebec) J4B
1A1
[phone]
PROVINCE
OF ONTARIO
SERVICE
AND SALES OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
INC.
230 Bayview Drive
,Barrie (Ontario} L4N 5E9
(705)
728-8600
ATLANTIC REGION
SERVICE OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
INC.
PO. Box 7060
Riverview !New Brunswick) E1B 1VO
[phone]
SALES OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
INC.
1350 Nobel Street
Boucherville (Quebec)
J4B 1A1
[phone]
ALBERTA, BRITISH COLUMBIA,
MANITOBA,
SASKATCHEWAN, YUKON
SERVICE
AND SALES OFFICE
BROOKS EQUIPMENT LIMITED
1616 King Edward Street
P.O. Box 985
Winnipeg !Manitoba) R3C 2V8
[phone]
NEWFOUNDLAND, LABRADOR
SERVICE
AND SALES OFFICE
CHARLES
R. BELL LIMITED
Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 1050
Corner Brook (Newfoundland) A2H
6J7
[phone]
NORTH-WEST TERRITORIES,
FRANKLIN DISTRICT & KEEWATIN
SERVICE
AND SALES OFFICE
HUDSON'S
BAY CO. LIMITED
165 Hymus Blvd
Pointe-Claire (Quebec) H9R
1G2
[phone]
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AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS
EAST-CENTRAL, CENTRAL,
WESTERN REGION
SALES OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
CORPORATION
7575 Packer Drive
P.O. Box 8035
Wausau, Wisconsin 54402-8035
U.S.A.
(715)
842-8886
EAST-CENTRAL, CENTRAL REG ION
SERVICE OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
CORPORATION
4505 West Superior Street
P.O. Box 16106
Duluth, Minnesota 55816-0106
U.S.A.
[phone]
WESTERN REGION
SERVICE OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
CORPORATION
P.O. Box 1572
Golden, Colorado 80402-1572
U.S.A.
(303)
232-5284
EASTERN REG ION
SERVICE
AND SALES OFFICE
BOMBARDIER
CORPORATION
East Main Street Road
Malone, New
York 12953
U.S.A.
[phone]
ALASKA
SERVICE AND SALES OFFICE
THE BRYANT CORPORATION
NE. 190th & Woodinville
Snohomish Road
P.O. Box 389
Woodinville, Wa 98072
U.S.A.
[phone]

HOW TO IDENTIFY
YOUR SNOWMOBILE _________ _
The main components of your snowmo-
bile (engine, track and frame) are iden-
tified by different serial numbers. It may
sometimes become necessary to locate
these numbers for warranty purposes or
to trace your snowmobile in the event
of loss.
A002 002 066
A002 005 010
A002 007 006
0
NOTE : We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers
on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company. It will surely
help
in the event a snowmobile is stolen.
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CONTROLS
INSTRUMENTS ______________________ _
H
A002 007 001
AJ Throttle lever
8) Brake lever
CJ IgnitionIlight switch
D) Head/amp dimmer switch
E) Emergency cut-out switch
A) Throttle lever
Located on the right side of handlebar.
When compressed, it controls the en-
gine speed and the engagement of the
transmission. When released, engine
speed returns automatically to idle.
B) Brake lever
Located on the left side of handlebar.
When compressed/ the brake is applied.
When released, it automatically returns
to its original position. Braking effect is
proportionate to the pressure applied on
the lever and to the type of terrain and
it's snow coverage.
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FJ
Tether cut-out switch
GJ
Rewind starter handle
H) Primer
I) Decompressor lever
J)
Hood latches
C) Ignition/light switch
OFF
ON
A002 007 002

Key operated, two position switch. To start
the engine, first turn the
key to ON po-
sition.
To stop the engine, turn the key
to OFF position.
The lights are automatically
ON when-
ever the engine
is running.
D) Headlamp dimmer switch
The dimmer switch, located on left side
of handlebar, allows correct selection of
headlamp beam. To obtain high or low
beam simply flick switch.
E) Emergency cut-out switch
A three position switch located on the
right side
of the handlebar. To stop the
engine
in an emergency, flick the lever
to either upper or lower
"OFF" position
and simultaneously apply the
brake. To
start engine, lever must be in middle
11
0N" position (middle).
A002 006 001
~OFF
~._ON
~OFF
+
WARNING: For safety reasons,
the emergency cut-off switch is
easily accessible ; be careful
not to
operate it inadvertently. If the switch
has been used in an emergency situ-
ation, the source
of malfunction should
be determined and corrected before
restarting
the engine.
The driver of this vehicle should familiarize
himself with the function of this device
by using it several times on first outing.
Thereby being mentally prepared for
emergency situations requiring its
use.
F) Tether cut-out switch
A pull switch located below the handle-
bar.
Attach tether cord to wrist or other con-
venient location then snap tether cut-out
cap over receptacle before starting engine.
If emergency engine
11
Shut-off" is re-
quired completely pull cap from safety
switch and engine power will automati-
cally shut
11
0ff'.
0
NOTE : The cap must be installed
on the safety switch
at all times in
order to operate the vehicle.
+WARNING :
If the switch is used
in an emergency situation
the
source of malfunction should be de-
termined and corrected before restart-
ing engine.
G) Rewind starter handle
Auto rewind type located on right hand
side
of vehicle. To engage mechanism,
pull handle.
H) Primer
A push-pull button. Pull and push but-
ton (two-three times) to start a cold en-
gine.
Not necessary to start a· warm
engine.
I) Decompressor lever
Lift lever to operate. Tip down when en-
gine has started.
.,.,. CAUTION : The decompressor
T provides easier starting by reduc-
ing engine compression. However, leav-
ing the decompressor lever lifted while
running
will damage your engine. Al-
ways pull down after the engine has
started.
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J) Hood latches
..A.. WARNING : Itis dangerous to run
T engine with hood opened, re-
moved or unfastened.
Unlock latches on both sides where the
hood meets the frame.
0 NOTE
~ Always liftthe hood gent-
ly up until stopped by the restraining
wire.
Fuel level
..A.. WARNING : Never use open flame
T to check fuel level.
The tank
is translucent and fuel level can
be checked by opening hood and glanc-
ing at tanck.
Toolbox
Located under the hood. Ideal location
for spare spark plug,
rope, flash light, first
aid kit, etc.
Accessories
Some optional accessories might be
added to your vehicle such
as front bum-
per, carbide runner, hitch, etc. Ask your
authorized dealer for more information.
BREAK-IN PERIOD ______ _
Engine
With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile en-
gines, a break-in period is required be-
fore running the vehicle at full
throt~le.
Engine manufact~rer recomme~datro.n
is 10 to 15 operatmg hours. Dunng th1s
period, a richer mixture is needed (i.e.
40 parts of gas for 1 part of BLIZZARD
oil. Maximum throttle should notexceed
3/4, however, brief full acceleration and
speed variations contribute to a good
break-in. Continued wide open throttle
accelerations, prolonged cruising
speeds,
and engine over-heating are detrimen-
tal during the break-in period.
..W CAUTION : Remove and clean
T spark plug after engine break-in.
Belt
A new drive belt requires a break-in period
of 25 km (15 miles).
1 0-Hour Inspection
As with any precision piece of mechan-
ical equipment, we suggest that after the
first
10 hours of operation or 30 days
after the purchase, whichever comes first,
that your vehicle
be checked by your deal-
er. This inspection will give you the op-
portunity
to discuss the unanswered
questions
you may have encountered dur-
ing the first hours
of operation.
The 10-hour inspection is at the ex-
pense of the vehicle owner.
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Break-in fuel/oil mixingcharts
,., CAUTION : The following chart
T only applies to break-in period to
give a richer mixture of
40 to 1 ratio.
Sl UNITS
500 ml oil to 20 liters= 40:1
IMPERIAL UNITS
16 oz oil to 4.6 imp. gal= 40:1
or
500 ml oil to 4.8 imp. gal 40:1
U.S. UNITS
16 oz oil to 5.1 U.S. gal= 40:1
or
500 ml oil to 5.3 U.S. gal= 40:1
GAS
(liter)
100
METRIC (SI)
250 300 400 500
OIL {mil
IMPERIAL
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6 1--+-t-+-t-+-t-+-t-l::oo-'i-
GAS 5 :;:;:::
limp. gal) 4
3
2
:::~
8 16 24 32 35.2
OIL (Imp. oz)
UNITED STATE
GAS
{U.S. gal) 6 h-.h~.tt.:kr.~:ob-f'+-t-+-t-+-t-----+.::!lH-1
5.1 ~~¥¥~5ll-t--+-t-+t-+-l-f.Blf-+-l
2
8
16
24
33.8
OIL {U.S. oz)
AOOO 000 018
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10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECKLIST v
Engine timing
Spark plug condition
Carburetor adjustment
Engine head nuts
Drive pulley screw (torque}
Engine
mount nuts
Muffler attachment
Chaincase oil level
Brake operation and lining condition
Ski alignment {runner condition)
Steering arm retorque
to 31 N•m (23 lbf•ft}
Pulley alignment and drive belt condition
Track condition, tension and alignment
Lubrication (steering, suspension, driven pulley, etc.)
Electrical
wiring tighten all loose bolts, nuts and linkage
Operation
of lighting system (HI I LO beam, brake light, etc.),
test operation of emergency cut-out switch and tether switch
We recommend that you have your dealer sign this inspection list.
Date of 10-hour inspection Dealer signature
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FUEL & OIL ________ _
Oil must be added to the fuel in premeas-
ured amounts then both oil and fuel
should
be thoroughly mixed together be-
fore fueling the snowmobile tank.
Recommended fuel
Use regular leaded or unleaded gasoline
available from
all service stations or gaso-
hol
with less than 10°/o of ethanol.
..A.. WARNING : Remove fuel tank cap
T slowly. Fuel may be under pres-
sure and spray may cause fire and in-
juries. Fuel is flammable and explosive
under certain conditions. Always
manipulate in a well ventilated area.
Do
not smoke or allow open flames or
sparks in
the vicinity.
,., CAUTION : Never experiment with
T other fuels or fuel ratios. The use
of fuel containing methanol or similar
products including naphta
is not recom-
mended. The use
of unrecommended
fuel can result in vehicle performance
deterioration and damage
to critical
parts in
the fuel system and engine
components.
..A.. WARNING : Never ltop up' the fuel
T tank before placing the vehicle in
a
warm area. At certain temperatures,
fuel
will expand and overflow. Always
wipe off any fuel spillage from the
snowmobile.
Recommended oil
Use "BLIZZARD OIL:' (P/N 496 0135
00-500 ml) available from your author-
ized dealer. This type
of oil will flow at
temperatures
as low as minus 40°C
( -40°F).
If "BLIZZARD OIL:' is unavailable, sub-
stitute
with "Bombardier injection -oil"
(PIN 496 0133
00-1 liter) or equivalent.
,., CAUTION : Never use outboard
T or straight mineral oils.
Fuel mixture ratio
The importance of using the correct
fuel/oil mixture cannot be overstressed.
An incorrect fuel/
oil ratio results in serious
engine damage. Recommended fuel/oil
ratio
is 50:1 (40:1 during break-in period).
Sl UNITS
500 ml oil to 25 liters= 50:1
IMPERIAL UNITS
16 oz oil to 5 imp. gals= 50:1
or
500 ml oil to 5-1/2 imp. gals= 50:1
U.S. UNITS
12 oz oil to 5 U.S. gals= 50:1
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NOTE : To facilitate fuel Ioil mixing,
oil should
be kept at room tem-
perature.
Fuel/oil mixing procedure
To mix the fuel and oil always use a
separate clean container. Never mix di-
rectly
in your snowmobile tank. For best
results, acquire
two containers, either
plastic or
metal. Draw from one until emp-
ty then use the second one.
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.A. WARNING: Fuel is flammable and
T explosive under certain condi-
tions. Always manipulate
in a well ven-
tilated area. Do not smoke or allow
open flames or sparks
in the vicinity.
If gasoline fumes
are noticed while driv-
ing, the cause should be determined
and corrected without delay. Never add
fuel while the engine is running. Avoid
skin contact with fuel at below freez-
ing temperatures.
1. Pour approximately four liters (one gal-
lon)
of fuel into a clean container.
1 &4
AOOO 000 003
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2. Add the amount of oil required for the
total mixture.
2
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AOOO 000 017 ~
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3. Replace the container cap and shake
the container thoroughly.
3&5
4. Add the remainder of the fuel.
5. Once again thoroughly agitate the con-
tainer. Then using a funnel with afine
mesh screen to prevent the entry
of
foreign particles, pour the mixture into
the snowmobile tank.
.A. WARNING : To prevent fuel spil-
T lage in the engine compartment,
a funnel must always be used
when
filling the fuel tank.
0 NOTE : When using pre-mixed fuet
always shake the container
thoroughly as the oil has a tendency to
settle.