Ski-Doo 2000 ZX series Manual

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Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions con-
tained in this
Operator’s Guide , Safety Handbook or on-product
labels could cause injury, including the possibility of death.
This
Operator’s Guide handbook should remain with the snowmo-
bile at all time.
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2000 SKI-DOO OPERATOR’S GUIDE
This guide is applicable to the following ZX series models:
Formula Z 600
Formula Z 700
Formula Deluxe 600
Formula Deluxe 700
Grand Touring 600
MX Z 500
MX Z 600
MX Z 700
MX Z 700 Millennium Edition
Summit 600
Summit 700
Summit 700 Millennium Edition
Summit 700 H.M.
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FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new SKI-DOO snowmobile.
Whatever model you have chosen, it is backed by the Bombardier
warranty and a network of authorized SKI-DOO snowmobile dealers
ready to provide the parts, service or accessories you may require.
Your dealer is committed to your satisfaction. He has taken training
to perform the initial set-up and inspection of your snowmobile as
well as completed the final adjustment required to suit your specific
weight and riding environment before you took possession. At deliv-
ery, your dealer would have explained the snowmobile controls and
provided you with a brief explanation of the various suspension ad-
justments. We trust you have taken full advantage of this! If you need
more complete servicing information, please ask your dealer about
the proper model-year
SKI-DOO Shop Manual .
At delivery, you were also informed of the warranty coverage and
completed the Warranty Registration Form which is to be sent to us
for processing. In the near future you should be receiving a warranty
card which will confirm our receipt of the registration as well as be
used for warranty or recall purposes.
WARRANTY CARD
You are invited to contact our customer service staff should you ex-
perience problems which cannot be resolved by your dealer.
Vehicle Model
Number
A00K04A
Expiration Date
(Year/Month/Day)
Owner
Dealer
Number
Vehicle Serial
Number
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NOTICE
The Operator’s Guide and the Snowmobiler’s Safety Handbook have
been prepared to acquaint the owner/operator and passenger of a
new snowmobile with the various snowmobile controls, mainte-
nance and safe operating instructions. Each is indispensable for the
proper use of the product.
This guide uses the following symbols.
CAUTION: Denotes an instruction which, if not followed, could
severely damage snowmobile components.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
The information and components/system descriptions contained in
this guide are correct at time of publication.
We also reserve the right at any time to discontinue or change spec-
ifications, designs, features, models or equipment without incurring
obligation.
The illustrations show the typical construction of the different assem-
blies 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.
mWARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, could cause
serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
mSAFETY MEASURES .......................................................... 7
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY
2000SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE.............................................9
BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY
2000SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE.............................................11
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS ................................................... 13
LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES .......................... 15
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS ......................................... 15
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ............................ 16
Vehicle Identification Number Location..................................... 16
Engine Serial Number Location ................................................. 17
ON-VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 18
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS .................................................. 22
1) Throttle Lever ...................................................................... 23
2) Brake Lever ......................................................................... 23
3) Parking Brake Button........................................................... 23
4) Injection Oil Level/Parking Brake Pilot Lamp (Red).............. 24
5) Gear Shift Lever .................................................................. 25
6) Ignition Switch..................................................................... 26
7) Tether Cut-Out Switch ........................................................ 27
8) DESS Pilot Lamp ................................................................. 29
9) Engine Cut-Out Switch........................................................ 30
10) Headlamp Dimmer Switch .................................................. 31
11) High Beam Pilot Lamp (Blue) .............................................. 31
12) Rewind Starter Handle ........................................................ 31
13) Choke Lever ........................................................................ 32
14) Speedometer....................................................................... 32
15) Odometer ............................................................................ 32
16) Trip Meter............................................................................ 32
17) Trip Meter Reset Button ..................................................... 33
18) Tachometer ......................................................................... 34
19) Temperature Gauge ............................................................ 35
20) Engine Overheat Warning Lamp (Red)................................ 35
21) Fuel Tank Cap/Gauge .......................................................... 36
22) Electric Gauge ..................................................................... 37
23) Heated Grip Switch ............................................................. 37
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24) Heated Throttle Lever Switch .............................................. 38
25) Electric Visor Jack Connector .............................................. 38
26) Hood Latches....................................................................... 39
27) Adjustable Mirrors................................................................ 40
Hood Grills ................................................................................. 40
Adjustable Backrest ................................................................... 42
Rear Passenger Heated Grip Switch.......................................... 43
Storage Compartment ............................................................... 43
Tool Bag ..................................................................................... 44
Fuses ......................................................................................... 45
Spare Spark Plug Holder ............................................................ 46
Spare Drive Belt Holder ............................................................. 47
Front Grab Handles/Front Bumper ............................................. 47
FUEL AND OIL .......................................................................... 48
Recommended Fuel................................................................... 48
Recommended Oil ..................................................................... 48
COLD WEATHER CARBURETION MODIFICATIONS ............. 49
BREAK-IN PERIOD .................................................................... 50
Engine ........................................................................................ 50
Belt............................................................................................. 50
10-Hour Inspection..................................................................... 50
PRE-START CHECK .................................................................. 51
Check Points .............................................................................. 51
STARTING PROCEDURE.......................................................... 52
Initial Cold Starting ..................................................................... 52
Warm Engine Starting................................................................ 53
Emergency Starting ................................................................... 53
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS............................................... 56
General....................................................................................... 56
Guidelines to Adjust Suspension ............................................... 57
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART.................................................. 78
In Deep Snow ............................................................................ 78
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART ........................ 79
FLUID LEVELS .......................................................................... 81
Brake System............................................................................. 81
Chaincase/Gearbox Oil Level ..................................................... 81
Oil Injection System................................................................... 83
Cooling System.......................................................................... 84
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MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 85
Guard Removal and Installation................................................. 85
Drive Belt Removal/Installation ................................................. 87
Drive Chain Tension .................................................................. 91
TRA Drive Pulley Adjustment .................................................... 91
Drive Belt Condition .................................................................. 94
Brake Condition ......................................................................... 94
Brake Adjustment...................................................................... 94
Rear Suspension Condition ....................................................... 94
Suspension Stopper Strap Condition......................................... 94
Track Condition.......................................................................... 94
Track Tension and Alignment .................................................... 95
Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism ............................. 99
Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners.................................. 99
Exhaust System ........................................................................ 100
Air Filter Cleaning ...................................................................... 100
High Altitude Kit ........................................................................ 102
Headlight Beam Aiming............................................................. 103
Bulb Replacement ..................................................................... 103
Chromed Parts on Millennium Edition Models.......................... 106
STORAGE ................................................................................. 106
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 107
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 110
OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE...................................... 113
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP .............................. 114
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mSAFETY MEASURES
Observe the Following Warnings:
mFor vehicles with a parking brake, always engage brake when ve-
hicle is not in use.
mThrottle mechanism should be checked for free movement before
starting engine.
mIn an emergency, the snowmobile engine can be stopped by acti-
vating the emergency cut-out button, pulling the tether cord or
turning off the key. Note that only the electric start models have
an ignition key.
mEngine should be running only when guard is secured in place.
Never run the engine without drive belt installed. Running an un-
loaded engine such as without drive belt or with track raised, can
prove to be dangerous.
mNever run the engine with the hood opened or removed.
mMaintain your snowmobile in top mechanical condition at all times.
mYour snowmobile is not designed to be operated on public streets,
roads or highways. In most States and Provinces, it is considered
an illegal operation.
mElectric start models only: Never charge or boost a battery while
installed on snowmobile.
mDo not lubricate throttle and/or brake cables and housings.
mOnly perform procedures as detailed in this guide. Unless other-
wise specified, engine should be turned OFF and cold for all lubri-
cation, adjustment and maintenance procedures.
mSome snowmobiles are designed for the driver only and no provi-
sions have been made for a passenger.
mThe performance of this snowmobile may significantly exceed that
of other snowmobiles you have operated. Therefore, use by nov-
ice or inexperienced operators is not recommended.
mThe engine and components used in a particular model should not
be used on other models. Use of Rotax®snowmobile engines in
other than SKI-DOO snowmobiles is not recommended or autho-
rized by Bombardier Inc.
mMost components of this snowmobile are built with parts dimen-
sioned in the metric system. Most fasteners are metric and must
not be replaced by customary fasteners or vice versa.
mDo not stud the track.
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mReverse models only: These snowmobiles are capable of a fast
reverse. Always remain seated and apply the brake before shifting.
Come to a complete stop before pressing the reverse button. En-
sure the path behind is clear of obstacles or bystanders. Fast re-
verse while turning could result in loss of stability.
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