Ski-Doo Legend SPORT V-1000 2003 Owner's manual

In USA, products are distributed by Bombardier Motor Corporation
of America. In Canada, products are distributed by Bombardier Inc.
The following are trademarks of Bombardier Inc or its subsidiaries.
BOMBARDIER®ROTAX®SKI-DOO®
LEGENDTM RER®GRAND TOURINGTM
4-TECTM DESSTM
Printed in Canada (Mmo2003-011a.fm MD)
TM ®are trademarks and ®are registered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries.
© 2003 Bombardier Inc. All rights reserved.
SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions con-
tained in this Operator’s Guide, Safety Handbook, Safety Video-
cassette or on-product warnings may result in injury, including the
possibility of death.
This Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and Safety Videocas-
sette should remain with the unit at time of resale.
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2003 SKI-DOO OPERATOR’S GUIDE
SUPPLEMENT
This supplement is applicable to the following models:
Legend TM SPORT V-1000 (4-TECTM)
Legend TM SE 800 SDI (2-TEC)
Grand TouringTM SPORT V-1000 (4-TEC)
Grand TouringTM SE 800 SDI (2-TEC)
Dear operator, informations in the 2003 ZX Series Opera-
tor’s Guide (P/N 484 100 081) also apply to the above listed
models except for the following.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
ON-VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 3
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS .................................................. 9
10) Start/RER Switch (2-TEC) .................................................... 10
16) Engine Cut-Out Switch........................................................ 12
21) Speedometer....................................................................... 13
51) Fuses................................................................................... 15
54) Front Grab Handles/Front Bumper ...................................... 17
57) Start Switch (4-TEC) ............................................................ 18
58) Gear Shift Lever .................................................................. 18
59) Low Battery Voltage Pilot Lamp .......................................... 19
60) Engine Management System (EMS) pilot lamp .................. 19
FUEL AND OIL.......................................................................... 20
Recommended Fuel .................................................................. 20
Recommended Oil .................................................................... 21
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST................................................ 22
Starting the Engine.................................................................... 23
Emergency Starting................................................................... 23
FLUID LEVEL ............................................................................ 24
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART......................................... 26
MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 28
Belt Guard Removal and Installation ......................................... 28
TRA Drive Pulley Adjustment .................................................... 31
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 32
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 37
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ON-VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
The following instructions are on your snowmobile. If missing or dam-
aged, the decals can be replaced free of charge. See an authorized
SKI-DOO dealer.
Please read the following instructions carefully before operating snow-
mobile.
TYPICAL — LOCATION OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
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Instruction 1
SINGLE SEAT MODELS
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DOUBLE SEAT MODELS
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Instruction 2
ALL MODELS
Instruction 3
ALL MODELS
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Instruction 4
ALL MODELS
Instruction 5
TYPICAL —ALL MODELS
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Instruction 6
TYPICAL —ALL MODELS
Instruction 7
ALL MODELS
2
1
2
1
SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT CHART/TABLEAU DES RÉGLAGES DE LA SUSPENSION
FRONT SUSPENSION (SKI)/SUSPENSION AVANT (SKI)
REAR SUSPENSION/SUSPENSION ARRIÈRE
ADJUST ACCORDING TO LOAD/RÉGLER SELON LA CHARGE
REAR SPRING
RESSORT ARRIÈRE
LOAD
CHARGE
NOT
APPLICABLE
SANS OBJET
FOR LOADS EXCEEDING RANGE SHOWN ABOVE, CONSULT YOUR DEALER.
SI LES CHARGES EXCÈDENT LES PLAGES MONTRÉES CI-HAUT, CONSULTEZ VOTRE CONCESSIONNAIRE.
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3
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3
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6
NOT APPLICABLE
SANS OBJET
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Instruction 8
ALL MODELS
Instruction 9
2-TEC MODELS
Instruction 10
4-TEC MODELS
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CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS
2-TEC MODELS
4-TEC MODELS
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TYPICAL —2-TEC AND 4-TEC MODELS
NOTE: Electric fuel gauge and temperature gauge are optional on
4-TEC models. See description or numbered items in 2003 ZX Series
Operator’s Guide (P/N 484 100 081) except for the following.
10) Start/RER Switch (2-TEC)
Start Mode — 2-TEC Models (see item 57 for 4-TEC models)
Turn ignition key clockwise completely to activate electric starter in
order to start engine.
CAUTION: Do not turn key for more than 10 seconds. Wait 15
seconds before restarting to let starter cool down.
Release key immediately when engine has started.
If engine does not start on first try, wait a few seconds before turning
key again to let starter cool down.
NOTE: Engine may be manually started with rewind starter if necessary.
If starter does not operate, check starting system fuse condition.
Refer to FUSES below.
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RER Mode —2-TEC Models Only
Shifting in Reverse
With the snowmobile completely stopped and engine running at idle,
rotate the ignition key clockwise completely and release key.
The DESSTM/RERTM pilot lamp will blink and a reverse alarm will
sound once every second with a half a second duration when the
snowmobile is engaged in reverse.
Apply throttle slowly and evenly. Allow drive pulley to engage then
accelerate carefully.
Shifting in Forward
With the snowmobile completely stopped and engine running at idle,
rotate the ignition key clockwise completely and release key.
DESS/RER pilot lamp and reverse alarm will stop.
Apply throttle slowly and evenly. Allow drive pulley to engage then
accelerate carefully.
WARNING
Shifting to reverse mode on these snowmobiles is done by
turning the ignition key clockwise completely and releasing it
when the engine is running. Wait until the reverse alarm
sounds and the DESS/RER pilot lamp begins to blink in the
dash board before operating throttle to proceed in reverse. The
reverse speed of these snowmobiles is not limited. Always
proceed with caution as fast reverse could result in loss of ve-
hicle stability and control. Come to complete stop before turn-
ing the ignition key clockwise completely and releasing it. Al-
ways remain seated and apply the brake before shifting.
Ensure the path behind is clear of obstacles or bystanders be-
fore proceeding.
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16) Engine Cut-Out Switch
This push-pull type switch is located on the right side of the handle-
bar. To stop the engine, push the button to the lower position (OFF)
and simultaneously apply the brakes. To restart, button must be at
the upper position (ON).
NOTE: When shutting-off engine with the engine cut-out switch, all
instruments will keep functionning for 30 seconds before auto-shut off.
TYPICAL
1. ON
2. OFF
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All operators of the snowmobile should familiarize themselves with
the function of this device by using it several times on first outing and
whenever stopping the engine thereafter. Thereby this engine cut-out
procedure will become a reflex and will prepare operators in emergen-
cy situations requiring its use.
21) Speedometer
Change from One Unit to the Other
NOTE: Speedometer, odometer and trip meter will have their units
(kilometers or miles) changed all together.
Stop engine and open hood. Cut locking ties. Plug connectors togeth-
er to change units from miles to kilometers.
KILOMETERS READING —CONNECTORS PLUGGED
WARNING
If the switch has been used in a an emergency caused by me-
chanical malfunction, the source of the malfunction should be
determined and corrected before restarting engine.
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Unplug to return to miles reading. Fasten connector to harness with
locking ties.
MILES READING —CONNECTORS UNPLUGGED
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51) Fuses
All Models
To open fuse box push on cover tab and tilt cover.
1. Push tab
1
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1. Fuse description decal
2. Fuse remover
3. Spare fuses
2
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1. Fuse remover
54) Front Grab Handles/Front Bumper
4-TEC Models
To be used whenever snowmobile requires manual pulling.
1. Front grab handles
1
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CAUTION: Do not use skis to pull or lift snowmobile. Do not lift
snowmobile by the front bumper.
57) Start Switch (4-TEC)
4-TEC Models (see item 10 for 2-TEC models)
Turn ignition key clockwise completely to activate electric starter in
order to start engine.
CAUTION: Do not turn key for more than 10 seconds. Wait 15
seconds before restarting to let starter cool down.
Release key as soon as the engine starts.
If engine does not start on first try, wait a few seconds before turning
key again to let starter cool down.
If starter does not operate, check starting system fuse condition.
Refer to FUSES (see 51 earlier in this guide).
58) Gear Shift Lever
With engine running, a reverse alarm will sound when the shift lever
is in reverse gear position.
WARNING
The reverse speed of these snowmobiles is not limited. Always
proceed with caution as fast reverse could result in loss of ve-
hicle stability and control. Come to complete stop before se-
lecting reverse gear. Wait until the reverse alarm sounds be-
fore operating throttle to proceed in reverse. Always remain
seated and apply the brakes before shifting. Ensure the path
behind is clear of obstacles or bystanders before proceeding.
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