Ski-Doo MX Z 800 2145 2002 Manual

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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®MX-Z®SKI-DOO®
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Printed in Canada (Mmo2002-006a.fm GM)
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© 2001 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 or
on-product warnings may result in injury, including the possibility
of death.
This Operator’s Guide, the Safety Handbook and Safety Video
should remain with the unit at time of resale.
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2002 SKI-DOO OPERATOR’S GUIDE
This guide is applicable to the following model:
MX-Z®800 (2145)
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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.
The Operator’s Guide and the Safety Handbook have been prepared
to acquaint the owner/operator and passenger of a new snowmobile
with the various snowmobile controls, maintenance and safe operat-
ing instructions. Each is indispensable for the proper use of the product.
NOTE: Indicates supplementary information needed to fully com-
plete an instruction.
Although the mere reading of such information does not eliminate
the hazard, the understanding and application of the information will
promote the correct use of the vehicle.
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!
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.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid-
ed, could result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid-
ed, may result in minor or moderate injury. When used without
the safety alert symbol , potential hazard exists for property
damage only.
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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.
It is understood that this guide may be translated into another lan-
guage. In the event of any discrepancy, the English version shall pre-
vail.
Most 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.
We recommend genuine Bombardier products for replacement parts
and accessories. They’ve been specially designed for your vehicle and
manufactured to meet Bombardier demanding standards.
A Shop Manual can be obtained for complete service, maintenance
and more repair information.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETYMEASURES............................................................7
LIST OF HOT PARTS................................................................8
LIST OF MOVING PARTS........................................................8
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY NORTH AMERICA:
2002 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILES............................................9
BOMBARDIER LIMITED WARRANTY INTERNATIONAL:
2002 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILES............................................12
FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS.......................................15
AUTHORIZED SKI-DOO DEALERS.........................................17
HOW TO IDENTIFYYOUR SNOWMOBILE............................17
VehicleDescriptionDecal..........................................................17
SerialNumbers..........................................................................18
ON-VEHICLEIMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS..........................20
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT ...........................25
1)ThrottleLever......................................................................26
2)BrakeLever.........................................................................26
3)ParkingBrakeLockingLever...............................................26
4)ParkingBrakePilotLamp (Red)...........................................28
5)Handlebar............................................................................28
6)Start/RER Button.................................................................33
7)TetherCut-OutSystem.......................................................35
8)DESS/RER PilotLamp (Red)................................................38
9)EngineCut-OutSwitch........................................................38
10)HeadlampDimmerSwitch..................................................40
11)HighBeamPilotLamp(Blue)..............................................40
12)RewindStarterHandle........................................................40
13)ChokeLever........................................................................41
14) Speedometer.......................................................................41
15) Mode Button .......................................................................43
16)Odometer............................................................................43
17)Trip Meter............................................................................43
18)ResetableHourmeter..........................................................44
19)Tachometer.........................................................................44
20)EngineOverheatWarningLamp(Red)................................44
21)LowInjectionOil Level(Red)..............................................44
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22) Fuel Tank Cap......................................................................45
23) Mechanical Fuel Level Gauge ..............................................46
24)HeatedGrip Switch..............................................................46
25)HeatedThrottleLeverSwitch..............................................47
26) Hood and Side Panel Latches ..............................................48
27) Adjustable Toeholds.............................................................50
28)HeatedCarburetorValve......................................................51
29)StorageCompartment.........................................................51
30) Tool Bag...............................................................................52
31)Fuses...................................................................................53
32)SpareSparkPlugHolder......................................................54
33)SpareDriveBelt Holder.......................................................55
34)FrontGrabHandles/FrontBumper.......................................56
35)Adjustable Suspensions.......................................................56
General.......................................................................................56
Guidelines to AdjustSuspension ...............................................57
TROUBLESHOOTING CHART..................................................73
In Deep Snow ............................................................................73
FUELAND OIL ..........................................................................74
Recommended Fuel...................................................................74
Recommended Oil.....................................................................75
COLDWEATHER CARBURETION MODIFICATIONS .............76
BREAK-IN PERIOD....................................................................76
Engine........................................................................................76
Belt.............................................................................................76
10-HourInspection.....................................................................76
PRE-OPERATION CHECK.........................................................77
PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST ................................................78
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................80
PrincipleofOperation................................................................80
StartingtheEngine....................................................................81
Emergency Starting ...................................................................82
ShuttingOfftheEngine.............................................................84
VEHICLEWARM-UP.................................................................85
POST-OPERATION CARE.........................................................86
SPECIAL OPERATIONS............................................................86
RidingatHighAltitudes.............................................................86
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EngineOverheating...................................................................86
Fuel Flooded Engine..................................................................86
RearSuspension Slider Shoe Sticking.......................................86
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART.........................................87
FLUIDLEVELS..........................................................................89
BrakeSystem............................................................................89
ChaincaseOil Level...................................................................89
Oil InjectionSystem..................................................................91
CoolingSystem.........................................................................92
MAINTENANCE.......................................................................93
VehicleCleaningandProtection................................................93
Belt GuardRemovalandInstallation.........................................94
DriveBelt Removal/Installation.................................................95
Drive Chain Tension ..................................................................98
TRA DrivePulleyAdjustment....................................................99
Drive Belt Condition .................................................................. 101
Brake Condition......................................................................... 102
BrakeAdjustment...................................................................... 102
RearSuspension Condition ....................................................... 102
Suspension Stopper Strap Condition......................................... 102
Track Condition.......................................................................... 102
TrackTensionandAlignment....................................................103
SteeringandFrontSuspensionMechanism.............................107
Wearand Condition of Skis and Runners..................................107
ExhaustSystem........................................................................108
AirFilterCleaning......................................................................108
HeadlightBeamAiming.............................................................109
Bulb Replacement.....................................................................110
TOWING THE VEHICLE...........................................................111
TRANSPORTING THEVEHICLE..............................................111
STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION.......................112
Storage......................................................................................112
PreseasonPreparation..............................................................112
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................113
SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................116
CHANGE OF ADDRESSOROWNERSHIP..............................117
PRIVACY OBLIGATIONS/DISCLAIMER .................................118
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SAFETY MEASURES
Observe the Following Warnings:
For vehicles with a parking brake, always engage brake when ve-
hicle is not in use.
Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement and
return to idle position before starting engine.
In an emergency, the snowmobile engine can be stopped by acti-
vating the engine cut-out button or pulling the tether cord.
Engine should be running only when belt 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
be dangerous.
Never run the engine with the hood or side panels opened or re-
moved.
Never run the engine in a non well-ventilated area and/or unattended.
Maintain your snowmobile in top mechanical condition at all times.
Your snowmobile is not designed to be operated on public streets,
roads or highways. In most States and Provinces, it is considered
an illegal operation.
Electric start models only: Never charge or boost a battery while
installed on snowmobile.
Do not lubricate throttle and/or brake cables and housings.
Only 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.
Snowmobile can carry a passenger only if an extra seat and a single
or double hand grip were installed.
The 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.
The 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.
Do not stud the track. At speed it may cause the track to tear and
separate from vehicle posing a risk of severe injury or death.
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Electronic reverse (RERTM) models only: The shifting to reverse
mode on these snowmobiles is done by the push of the START/RER
button when the engine is running. Wait until the reverse alarm
sounds and the DESSTM/RER indicator lamp comes on in the clus-
ter gauge before operating throttle to proceed in reverse.
The reverse speed of these snowmobiles is not limited. Always pro-
ceed with caution as fast reverse could result in loss of vehicle
stability. Come to complete stop before selecting reverse gear. Al-
ways remain seated and apply the brake before shifting. Ensure the
path behind is clear of obstacles or bystanders before preceeding.
LIST OF HOT PARTS
All power train components.
LIST OF MOVING PARTS
All transmission, suspension and steering parts.
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