1-2. MACHINE IDENTIFICATION 1-3. TERMS
A. Frame Serial Number
The
frame serial
number
is located on
the
right-hand side of frame (just below
the
front
of seat).
The
first three digits identify
the
model. This is followed by a dash. The
remaining digits identify
the
production
number
of
the
unit.
Grease:
Unless
other
specified, use a low-tempera-
ture
lithium base grease when instructed
to
grease a
part
or
component.
Thread-locking
compound:
Use Loctite® Lock N' Seal (blue), unless
other
wise specified, when applying a
thread-locking
compound
to
securing hard-
ware.
Oil:
Use Yamalube 2
to
oil
components
unless
another
oil is specified.
If a snowmobile will
not
be used for several
months, it should be stored in a
proper
place
so
that
both
the
engine and
the
track are
not
damaged.
1. Completely drain
the
fuel
tank,
and
dis-
connect
the
fuel line from
the
carbure-
tor.
2. With
the
engine running
at
idle, squirt oil
into
the
carburetor
until
the
engine dies.
This will distribute oil evenly
throughout
the
engine and
protect
it against rust.
3. Disassemble
the
suspension, clean and
grease all parts, and reassemble
the
suspension.
4. Lightly coat all shafts
and
axles with
grease.
5. Oil all fittings and wire
controls
with a
Iightly oiled cloth.
6. Loosen
the
track.
7. Block
the
chassis so
that
the
track
is
off
the
floor.
8. Protect
the
snowmobile with acovering.
1-4. STORAGE
1-5. PRE-SEASON PREPARATION
8R4-000101
Starting frame serial number
B. Engine Serial Number
The
engine serial
number
is located on
the
fan
case. The prefix indicates
the
engine
type
and
displacement.
The
prefix is followed by a
dash and
the
serial number. Normally
both
the
frame and engine serial numbers are
identical.
Starting engine serial number R246-000101 Perform
the
predelivery service as described
in
the
predelivery check list before operating
any snowmobile
that
has been stored for
several months.
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