Ski-Doo CK3 Series Manual

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FORMULA* SKI-DOO®CK3*
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SAFETY WARNING
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.
BOMBARDIER
Recreational Products
After Sales Service
Valcourt (Quebec)
Canada J0E 2L0
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2000 SKI-DOO OPERATOR’S GUIDE
This guide is applicable to CK3 series:
Grand Touring* 700
Grand Touring SE
Grand Touring SE Millennium Edition
Formula* III 700
Formula III 700 R
Formula III 800
Mach* 1
Mach 1 R
Mach Z
Mach Z R
Mach Z R Millennium Edition
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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.
These guides use 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.
WARNING
Identifies an instruction which, if not followed, could cause
serious personal injuries including possibility of death.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY MEASURES ........................................................... 7
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY
2000 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE .............................................. 8
BOMBARDIER INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY
2000 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE .............................................. 10
OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS................................................... 12
LIST OF CUSTOMER RELATIONS OFFICES .......................... 14
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS ......................................... 14
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ............................ 15
Vehicle Identification Number Location..................................... 15
Engine Serial Number Location................................................. 16
ON-VEHICLE IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS.......................... 17
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS .................................................. 21
1) Throttle Lever...................................................................... 24
2) Brake Lever ......................................................................... 24
3) Parking Brake Button........................................................... 24
4) Injection Oil Level/Parking Brake Pilot Lamp (Red).............. 25
5) Reverse Button ................................................................... 25
6) Ignition Switch..................................................................... 27
7) Tether Cut-Out Switch ........................................................ 28
8) DESS Pilot Lamp ................................................................. 30
9) Engine Cut-Out Switch........................................................ 31
10) Headlamp Dimmer Switch .................................................. 32
11) High Beam Pilot Lamp (Blue) .............................................. 33
12) Rewind Starter Handle ........................................................ 33
13) Choke Lever ........................................................................ 34
14) Air Suspension Switch ........................................................ 35
15) Air Suspension Pilot Lamp .................................................. 35
16) Air Suspension Gauge ......................................................... 36
17) Speedometer....................................................................... 36
18) Odometer ............................................................................ 37
19) Trip Meter............................................................................ 38
20) Trip Meter Reset Button ..................................................... 39
21) Tachometer ......................................................................... 40
22) Temperature Gauge ............................................................ 41
23) Engine Overheat Warning Lamp (Red)................................ 41
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24) Electric Fuel Level Gauge .................................................... 42
25) Fuel Tank Cap ...................................................................... 42
26) Heated Grip Switch.............................................................. 43
27) Heated Grip Pilot Lamp (Yellow) .......................................... 44
28) Heated Throttle Lever Switch .............................................. 44
29) Heated Throttle Lever Pilot Lamp (Yellow) .......................... 45
30) Electric Visor Jack Connector .............................................. 46
31) Hood Latches....................................................................... 46
32) Adjustable Mirrors................................................................ 46
33) Adjustable Toeholds............................................................. 47
34) Adjustable Handlebar ........................................................... 48
35) Adjustable Windshield ......................................................... 49
Adjustable Backrest ................................................................... 50
Adjustable Rear Grab Handles ................................................... 51
Hood Grills ................................................................................. 52
Rear Passenger Heated Grip Switch.......................................... 53
Fuel Shut-Off Valve.................................................................... 54
Storage Compartment ............................................................... 54
Tool Box..................................................................................... 55
Spark Plug Holder ...................................................................... 56
Spare Drive Belt Holder ............................................................. 56
Fuses ......................................................................................... 57
Front Grab Handles/Front Bumper............................................. 58
Hitch........................................................................................... 59
FUEL AND OIL .......................................................................... 59
Recommended Fuel................................................................... 59
Recommended Oil..................................................................... 60
COLD WEATHER CARBURETION MODIFICATIONS ............. 60
BREAK-IN PERIOD.................................................................... 61
Engine........................................................................................ 61
Belt............................................................................................. 61
10-Hour Inspection..................................................................... 61
PRE-START CHECK .................................................................. 62
Check Points.............................................................................. 62
STARTING PROCEDURE.......................................................... 64
Initial Cold Starting ..................................................................... 64
Warm Engine Starting................................................................ 65
Manual Starting.......................................................................... 65
Electric Starting (some models only) ......................................... 65
Emergency Starting ................................................................... 66
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SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENTS .............................................. 68
General...................................................................................... 68
Guidelines to Adjust Suspension............................................... 69
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART ................................................. 83
In Deep Snow............................................................................ 83
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE CHART........................ 84
FLUID LEVELS.......................................................................... 86
Brake System............................................................................ 86
Chaincase Oil Level................................................................... 86
Oil Injection System .................................................................. 88
Cooling System ......................................................................... 89
Battery Electrolyte..................................................................... 89
MAINTENANCE ....................................................................... 90
Guard Removal and Installation................................................. 90
Drive Belt Removal/Installation ................................................. 92
Drive Chain Tension .................................................................. 95
TRA Drive Pulley Adjustment.................................................... 95
Drive Belt Condition .................................................................. 98
Brake Condition ......................................................................... 98
Brake Adjustment...................................................................... 98
Rear Suspension Condition ....................................................... 98
Suspension Stopper Strap Condition......................................... 98
Track Condition.......................................................................... 99
Track Tension and Alignment.................................................... 99
Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism ............................. 103
Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners.................................. 103
Exhaust System ........................................................................ 104
Air Filter Cleaning ...................................................................... 104
High Altitude Kit ........................................................................ 106
Headlight Beam Aiming............................................................. 107
Bulb Replacement..................................................................... 107
Chromed Parts on Millennium Edition Models.......................... 110
STORAGE ................................................................................. 110
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................. 111
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................... 115
OTHER PUBLICATIONS AVAILABLE...................................... 117
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP.............................. 118
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몇SAFETY MEASURES
Observe the Following Warnings:
몇For vehicles with a parking brake, always engage brake when ve-
hicle is not in use.
몇Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement before
starting engine.
몇In 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.
몇Engine 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.
몇Never run the engine with the hood opened or removed.
몇Maintain your snowmobile in top mechanical condition at all times.
몇Your snowmobile is not designed to be operated on public streets,
roads or highways. In most States and Provinces, it is considered
an illegal operation.
몇Electric start models only: Never charge or boost a battery while
installed on snowmobile.
몇Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake cables and housings.
몇Only 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.
몇Some snowmobiles are designed for the driver only and no provi-
sions have been made for a passenger.
몇The 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.
몇The 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.
몇Most 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
몇Do not stud the track.
몇Reverse 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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BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY
2000 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILE
1. WARRANTY COVERAGE PERIOD
In Canada, BOMBARDIER INC. ("Bombardier"), and in the USA, BOMBARDIER MO-
TOR CORPORATION OF AMERICA, warrants FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE
FIRST CONSUMER that each 2000 SKI-DOO snowmobile sold, as NEW and UNUSED
and PREDELIVERED by an authorized North American SKI-DOO snowmobile dealer,
will be free from any defects in material and/or workmanship for a period of:
TWELVE (12) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, for private use owners. The warranty cover-
age period on a snowmobile delivered between June 1st and December 1st of a given
year will expire December 1st of the following year; or
THREE (3) CONSECUTIVE MONTHS, for commercial use owners. The warranty cov-
erage period on a snowmobile delivered between June 1st and December 1st of a
given year will expire on March 1st of the following year.
All genuine Bombardier accessories, installed by an authorized SKI-DOO dealer at
the time of delivery of the new and unused SKI-DOO, carry the same Warranty Cov-
erage Period as for the SKI-DOO snowmobile.
2. WHAT BOMBARDIER WILL DO
BOMBARDIER will repair or replace, at its option, all genuine BOMBARDIER part
found defective in material and/or workmanship, under normal use, maintenance and
service, with a genuine BOMBARDIER part without charge for parts and labor, at any
authorized SKI-DOO dealer during the Warranty Coverage Period.
3. CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK VALIDATED
The customer must notify an authorized SKI-DOO dealer within two (2) days of the
appearance of a defect in material and/or workmanship and present to the servicing
authorized SKI-DOO dealer the SKI-DOO Warranty Registration Card or a proof of
purchase of the NEW and UNUSED 2000 SKI-DOO snowmobile and must sign the
repair/work order prior to the start of the repair in order to validate a warranty repair.
All parts replaced under this limited warranty become the property of BOMBARDIER.
4. EXCLUSIONS - ARE NOT WARRANTED
• Normal wear and tear items;
• Labor, parts and lubricant costs of all maintenance services;
• Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance and/or storage, as de-
scribed in the “2000 SKI-DOO snowmobile Operator's Guide”;
• Damage resulting from improper repairs, modifications or use of non-approved
parts or, repairs done by a non-authorized SKI-DOO dealer;
• Damage resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, racing or using the SKI-DOO
snowmobile on surfaces other than snow;
• Damage resulting from accident, fire, theft, vandalism or any act of God;
• Incidental or consequential damages, or damages of any kind as but not limited
to towing charges, telephone calls or taxi; and
• Damages resulting from improper service or maintenance.
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