Ski-Doo REV series 2007 User manual

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SAFETY WARNING
Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions
contained in this Operator’s Guide, SAFETY VIDEO or on-product
warnings may result in injury, including the possibility of death.
This Operator’s Guide and SAFETY VIDEO should remain with
theattimeofresale.
In USA, products are distributed by BRP US Inc.
In Canada, products are distributed by Bombardier Recreational
Products Inc.
Bombardier* Lite
* Trademark of Bombardier Inc. used under license.
The following are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products
Inc. or its subsidiaries.
SKI-DOO®R.A.S.®X-RS™ R.A.V.E.™ HPG™
REVTM ROTAXTM X®RENEGADE™ SC-4™
GSX®RERTM DESSTM Pilot™ SC-136™
GTX†MX-Z®SUMMIT®TRA™ RT™
† GTX is a trademark of Castrol Ltd. Used under license
Printed in Canada. (mmo2007-002 DR)
®™ and the BRP logo are trademarks of Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. or its affiliates.
©2006 Bombardier Recreational Products Inc. and BRP US Inc. All rights reserved.

FOREWORD
Congratulations on your purchase of a new SKI-DOO snowmobile.
Whatever model you have chosen, it is backed by the Bombardier
Recreational Products inc. (BRP) warranty and a network of autho-
rized SKI-DOO snowmobile dealers ready to provide the parts, ser-
vice or accessories you may require.
The Operator's Guide has been prepared to acquaint the
owner/operator and passenger with this new snowmobile and
its various controls, maintenance and safe riding instructions. This
guide is indispensable for the proper use of the product and should
be kept with this snowmobile at all times.
Make sure you read and understand the content of this Operator's
Guide.
After reading, please keep this Operator's Guide with the snowmo-
bile. If the snowmobile is resold, please give the guide to the new
owner for his awareness.
If you want to view and/or print an extra copy of your Opera-
tor's Guide, simply visit the following website www.operators-
guide.brp.com. Also note that the guide is available in several
languages.
If you have any question regarding any topic whether or not it is cov-
ered in this Operator's Guide, please call BRP at the number below
and we will be happy to assist you:
In USA:
[phone]
In Canada:
[phone]
For Russia, CIS and the middle east:
[phone]
For Scandinavian and European countries:
[phone]
For all other countries, please contact your respective
distributor (his coordinates are on www.brp.com)orour
NorthAmericanoffice:
[phone]
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This guide uses the following safety alert symbol in conjunction with
signal words to indicate a potential personal injury hazard.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid-
ed, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoid-
ed, may result in minor or moderate injury. When used with-
outthesafetyalertsymbol, potential hazard exists for prop-
erty damage only.
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 train-
ing to perform the initial set-up and inspection of your snowmobile
as well as completed the final adjustment required to suit your spe-
cific weight and riding environment before you took possession. At
delivery, your dealer would have explained the snowmobile controls
and provided you with a brief explanation of the various suspension
adjustments. We trust you have taken full advantage of this!
At delivery, you were also informed of the warranty coverage and
have completed the Warranty Registration process.
The information and components/system descriptions contained in
this guide are correct at time of publication. BRP, however maintains
a policy of continuous improvement of its products without impos-
ing upon itself any obligation to install them on products previously
manufactured.
Because of its ongoing commitment to product quality and innova-
tion, BRP reserves the right at any time to discontinue or change
specifications, designs, features, models or equipment without in-
curring obligation.
The illustrations in this document show the typical construction 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.
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It is understood that this guide may be translated into another lan-
guage. In the event of any discrepancy, the English version shall
prevail.
Specifications are given in the SI metric system with the SAE U.S.
equivalent in parentheses. Where precise accuracy is not required,
some conversions are rounded off for easier use.
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 BRP products for replacement parts and
accessories. They've been specially designed for your vehicle and
manufactured to meet BRP's demanding standards.
ASHOP MANUAL canbeobtainedforcompleteservice,mainte-
nance and more repair information.
For any questions pertaining to the warranty and its application, con-
sult the WARRANTY section in this guide, and/or an authorized SKI-
DOO dealer.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION .................................................. 10
IMPORTANT BASIC SAFETY MEASURES...................... 11
LAWS AND REGULATIONS...................................... 16
RIDING THE VEHICLE ............................................ 17
Principle of Operation.......................................... 17
How to Ride.................................................... 18
Carrying a Passenger .......................................... 22
Terrain/Riding Variations........................................ 24
Transporting and Towing....................................... 30
TRACTION ENHANCING PRODUCTS........................... 31
SAFETY LABELING ............................................... 39
ENVIRONMENT INFORMATION
GENERAL.......................................................... 58
JUST WHAT IS LIGHT TREADING? ............................. 60
WHY IS LIGHT TREADING SMART ............................. 61
VEHICLE INFORMATION
HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE ..................... 64
CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS/EQUIPMENT .................... 68
1) Speedometer/Tachometer .................................. 71
2) Tachometer.................................................. 76
3) Electric Fuel Level Gauge ................................... 77
4) Temperature Gauge ......................................... 78
5) Throttle Lever................................................ 78
6) Brake Lever.................................................. 79
7) Parking Brake Lever......................................... 79
8) START/RER Button.......................................... 79
9) Handlebar.................................................... 82
10) Holding Strap............................................... 82
11) Ignition Switch ............................................. 83
12) Tether Cut-Out Switch ..................................... 84
13) Engine Cut-Out Switch .................................... 87
14) Headlamp Dimmer Switch................................. 89
15) Rewind Starter Handle..................................... 89
16) Choke Lever................................................ 90
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17) Fuel Tank Cap .............................................. 91
18) Mechanical Fuel Level Gauge ............................. 91
19) Heating Grip/Throttle Lever Switch ....................... 93
20) Rear Passenger Heating Grip Switch...................... 94
21) Rear Grab Handles......................................... 94
22) Adjustable Backrest........................................ 94
23) Electric Visor Jack Connector.............................. 95
24) 12-Volt Power Outlet....................................... 97
25) Windshield ................................................. 98
26) Adjustable Mirrors ......................................... 98
27) Adjustable Toeholds........................................ 98
28) Heated Carburetor Valve................................... 99
29) Hood and Side Panel Latches ............................. 99
30) Fuses..................................................... 103
31) Front Grab Handle/Front Bumper........................ 110
32) Storage Compartment ................................... 111
33) Rear Rack ................................................ 113
34) Tool Kit.................................................... 113
35) Suitcase .................................................. 114
36) Integrated Bag ........................................... 116
37) 2+1 Seat.................................................. 117
38) Spark Plug Holder........................................ 124
39) Spare Drive Belt Holder.................................. 126
40) Hitch...................................................... 127
41) Shields and Guards ...................................... 127
42) Track...................................................... 128
RECOMMENDED FUEL AND OIL.............................. 130
BREAK-IN PERIOD.............................................. 133
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.................................. 134
Pre-Operation Check......................................... 134
SDI Engine Starting Procedure .............................. 137
Carburetor Engine Starting Procedure....................... 138
Vehicle Warm-Up............................................. 139
Shutting Off the Engine...................................... 140
Post-Operation Care ......................................... 140
Suspension Adjustments .................................... 141
SPECIAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................... 156
Riding at High Altitudes or Sea Level........................ 156
Riding in Cold Weather ...................................... 156
Emergency Starting.......................................... 156
Towing an Accessory ........................................ 159
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Towing Another Snowmobile................................ 160
Transporting the Vehicle ..................................... 160
TROUBLESHOOTING........................................... 161
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................... 165
MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART............................ 184
ENGINE SYSTEM ............................................... 190
Air Filter Cleaning ............................................ 190
Cooling System .............................................. 191
Exhaust System.............................................. 192
Oil Injection System.......................................... 192
EPA Certified Engines........................................ 193
DRIVE SYSTEM................................................. 195
Belt Guard Removal and Installation ........................ 195
Brake Fluid Level............................................. 196
Brake Condition .............................................. 197
Brake Adjustment............................................ 197
Chaincase/Oil Level .......................................... 197
Drive Chain Tension.......................................... 199
Drive Belt Condition.......................................... 199
Drive Belt Removal/Installation.............................. 200
Drive Belt Height Adjustment ............................... 203
Drive Pulley Adjustment ..................................... 208
Track Condition............................................... 211
Track Tension and Alignment ................................ 212
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.......................................... 218
Battery Electrolyte ........................................... 218
REAR SUSPENSION............................................ 219
STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION....................... 220
BODY/FRAME................................................... 221
Vehicle Cleaning and Protection ............................. 221
Bulb Replacement............................................ 222
Headlamp Beam Aiming..................................... 223
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STORAGE AND PRESEASON PREPARATION................ 225
WARRANTY
BRP LIMITED WARRANTY NORTH AMERICA: 2007 SKI-DOO®
SNOWMOBILES ................................................ 228
BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2007 SKI-DOO®
SNOWMOBILES ................................................ 233
BRP EUROPEAN UNION MEMBER STATES LIMITED
WARRANTY: 2007 SKI-DOO®SNOWMOBILES.............. 238
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY............................. 243
PRIVACY OBLIGATIONS/DISCLAIMER....................... 245
CHANGE OF ADDRESS/OWNERSHIP ........................ 247
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