BOMBARDIER Skandic 377 1984, Citation 3500 1984 Operator's Manual

model

V.I.N.

purchase date _

warranty expiry date

To be completed by dealer at time of sale

DEALER IMPRINT AREA

AFTER SALES SERVICE
BOMBARDIER INC.
VALCOURT, QUEBEC
CANADA,

litho'd

in Canada

JOE

2LO

The following are trademarks of Bom­bardier Inc.

BOMBARDIER EVEREST
SKI-DOO CITATION
ALPINE OLYMPIQUE
BLIZZARD
CARRY-BOOSE NORDIK
ELAN SKANDIC
ELITE SAFARI*
GRAND PRIX SPECIAL

® *Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.

MOTO-SKI
FUTURA
SPIRIT

T'NT

All rights reserved Bombardier Inc.

NUVIK
MIRAGE
SUPER SONIC
ULTRA SONIC
SONIC

FOREWORD _

The Operator's Manual and the Snow­mobile Safety Handbook have been
prepared to acquaint the owner / oper­ator of a new snowmobile with the var-

ious vehicle controls, maintenance and
safe operating instructions. Each is
dispensable for the proper use of the
product, and should be kept with the
vehicle at all times.

Should you have any questions per-

taining to the warranty and its applica­tion, please consult the
Question" section of this manual, or
your selling dealer.

This manual uses the following sym­bols.

WARNING:
tion which, if

+

cause personal injury.

~

CAUTION: Denotes an lnstruc-

"Often

Identifies an instruc-

not followed, could

'Y tion which, if not followed, could

severely damage

NOTE: Indicates supplementary

O

information needed to

plete an instruction.
Although the mere reading of such in-

formation does not eliminate the
ard, your understanding of the infor­mation will promote its correct use.

WARNING: The engines and the

corresponding components iden-

+

tified in this manual should not be uti­lized on
mentioned on the cover page of this
manual.

producttsl other than those

vehicle components.

fully com-

in-

Asked

haz-

Most specifications are given in both metric and customary units. Where precise
accuracy is not required, some conversions are rounded to even numbers for
easier use.

A shop manual can be obtained for complete service, maintenance and repair in­formation.

SAFETY IN
MAINTENANCE _

Observe the following

precautions

•

Throttle
checked for free movement before
starting engine.

• should be running only when
secured in place.

• Never run the engine
belt installed. Running an unloaded
engine can prove to be dangerous.

• Never run the engine when the track
is raised

• It can be dangerous to run engine
with

• Gasoline is flammable and explosive

under certain conditions. Always
manipulate in a well ventilated area.
Do not smoke or allow open flames
or sparks
fumes are noticed while driving, the
cause should be determined and
corrected

• Maintain your vehicle in top mechan­ical condition at

• Your snowmobile is not designed to
be driven or operated on black top,
bare earth, or other abrasive sur­faces. On such surfaces abnormal
and excessive wear of critical

is inevitable.

• Your snowmobile is not designed to
be operated on public streets, road
or highways. In most States and
Provinces, it is considered an illegal
operation.

mechanism should be

guard

and/or

off

the ground.

the hood removed.

in the vicinity. If gasoline

without

pulley guard is

without

delay.

all times.

drive

• Installation of other than standard
equipment, including ski-spreaders,
bumpers, pack racks, etc., could
severely affect the stability and safe­ty of your vehicle. Avoid adding on
accessories that alter the basic
hicle configuration.

• The snowmobile engine can be
stopped by activating the emergen-

cut-out

cy
by turning

• Whenever the vehicle is parked out­doors, overnight or for a long peri­od, it
the inclemency of the weather
a snowmobile cover.

• Do not lubricate throttle
brake cables and housings.

• Only perform procedures as detailed

in this manual. Unless otherwise

specified, engine should be turned

OFF for all lubrication and mainte­nance procedures.

• Clean and check operation of the
headlight,

.&.

WARNING:

......

nylon lock
undergoing repairs/disassembly, always
replace by
cified in the applicable Shop Manual.

PLEASE READ
ALL

WARNINGS

THIS

MANUAL

CLE.

switch, tether switch or

off

the key.

issuggested to protect it against

taillight and brake light.

Should removal of a

nut

be required when

new

ones. Tighten as spe-

AND

UNDERSTAND

AND

CAUTIONS IN

AND

ON THE VEHI-

ve-

with

and/or

built

with

This vehicle is
metric and
rect fasteners could cause damage to the vehicle or possible personal injury.

THIS
THE

2 _

must

MANUAL

TIME

OF RESALE.

not

parts dimensioned in the metric system. All fasteners are

be replaced by customary fasteners. Mismatched or incor-

SHOULD

REMAIN

WITH

THE VEHICLE

AT

INDEX _

THE 1984
OFTEN ASKED
LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS
HOW

CONTROLs/INSTRUMENTS

Throttle lever, brake lever, ignition/light switch, headlamp dimmer switch,
emergency cut-out switch, tether cut-out switch, rewind starter handle,
primer, decompressor,adjustable steering handle, speedometer, fuel
gauge, hood opening, tool box, spark plug holder, spare drive belt holder,
hitch.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

Break-in, 10hour-inspection, inspection checklist. . . . . . . . .

FUEL

Recommended gasoline, recommended oil, oil injection system, fuel mix-

ture ratio and mixing procedure, fuel/oil mixing

PRE-START CHECK

Check

STARTING PROCEDURE

Manual starting, before riding, emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LUBRICATION

Frequency, steering mechanism, drive axle, countershaft support bearing,
slide suspension, chaincase oil level,

MAINTENANCE

Chart, belt guard removal, drive belt removal, drive belt condition, new
drive belt, brake condition, brake adjustment, brake light switch adjust­ment, spark pluqls), suspension condition, suspension adjustment, track
condition, track tension and alignment, drive pulley, steering mechanism,
steering adjustment, muffler attachment, engine head nuts, engine mount
nuts, carburetor adjustment, oil injection system, fan belt, headlamp beam

aiming, bulb replacement, general inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STORAGE

Track, suspension, ski, controls, chaincase, drive pulley, engine and primer
lubrication, fuel tank and carburetor, chassis, general inspection

PRE-SEASON PREPARATION

Pre-seasonpreparation chart, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

TROUBLE
TOOLS...

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . 37

WIRING
SI

METRIC

CHANGEOF ADDRESS OR

"LIMITED

TO IDENTIFY YOUR

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..

points.

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SHOOTING

DIAGRAMS

INFORMATION

WARRANTY"

QUESTIONS

.

GUIDE.

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" 6

..

SNOWMOBILE.

..

oil injection system, drive pulley

. . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . .

GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

OWNERSHIP.

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chart.

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3

THE 1984 LIMITED WARRANTY _

1 . PERIOD

BOMBARDIER® INC. as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF FIRST
CONSUMER SALES, every 1984 SKI-DOO® snowmobile, sold as NEW
UNUSED, by an authorized SKI-DOO dealer for a period of:

• 12 consecutive months.

2 •

WHAT

BOMBARDIER will repair
material
BOMBARDIER component
SKI-DOO dealer during said warranty period.

3·

CONDITION TO HAVE WARRANTY WORK PERFORMED

Present to the servicing dealer, the hard copy of the BOMBARDIER Warranty
Registration card received by the customer from the
chase.

BOMBARDIER WILL DO

and/or

workmanship (under normal use and servlce.) with a genuine

and/or

replace, at its option, components defective in

without

charge for parts or labour, at any authorized

selling dealer at time of pur-

4 • WARRANTY TRANSFER

This warranty is transferable to subsequent ownerts)

period from original date of sale.

for

remainderofwarranty

5..EXCLUSIONS· ARE NOT WARRANTED

• Normal wear on all items such as, but not limited to:

- drive belts
slider shoes

- spark plugs

- bulbs

- runners on skis

• Replacement parts

• Damage resulting from installation of parts other than genuine BOMBARDIER

• Damage caused by failure to provide proper maintenance as detailed in the

•

• Vehicles designed

• All optional accessories installed on the vehicle.

• Damage resulting from accident, fire or other casualty, misuse, abuse or ne-

• Damage resulting from operation of the snowmobile on surfaces other than

and/or

parts
parts.
Operator Manual. The labour, parts and lubricants costs of all maintenance

services, including tune-ups and adjustments will be charged to the owner.
Wet

cells battery.

(The normal warranty policy
glect.
snow.

and/or

accessories.

and/or

accessories which are not genuine BOMBARDIER

used

for

racing purposes.

for

parts and accessories, if any, applies).

AND

4 _

• Damage resulting from modification to the snowmobile

not

approved in writ-

ing by BOMBARDIER.

• losses incurred by the snowmobile owner other than parts and labour, such
as, but not limited to, transportation, towing, telephone calls, taxis, or any
other incidental or consequential damages.

6..BATTERY WARRANTY:

• 12 consecutive months. (Pro-rated.)
100% warranty coverage will start on the date the snowmobile was purchased

and run to the following April 30th. The remainder of the 12 months period will
be pro-rated as follows:

- 50% from April 30th to December 1st.
40% from December 1st to December 31st.

-

300/0

from January 1st to end of warranty.

Some states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of inciden­tal or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion

may

not

apply.

7..EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES

This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may also have other legal
rights which may vary from state to state, or province
applicable this warranty is expressly in lieu of all other expressed or implied

its

warranties of BOMBARDIER,

distributors and the selling dealer, in-

cluding any warranty of merchantability of fitness for any particular pur­pose; otherwise the implied warranty is limited to the duration of this
ranty. However, some states or provinces do

not

long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may
Neither the distributor, the selling dealer, nor any other person has been

make

authorized to

any affirmation, representation or warranty other than
those contained in this warranty, and if made, such affirmation,
tion or warranty shall not be enforceable against BOMBARDIER or any
other person.

BOMBARDIER INC. reserves the right to modify its warranty policy at any
time, being understood that such modification will not alter the warranty
conditions applicable to vehicles sold while the above warranty is in effect.

to province. Where

allow limitations on

not

apply.

representa-

war­how

8..CONSUMER ASSISTANCE

If a servicing problem or other difficulty occurs, we suggest the following:

with

1. Try to resolve the problem at the dealership
Owner.

2. If this

3. Then

fails, contact your area distributor listed in the Operator Manual.

if your grievance still remains unsolved, you may write to us:

Bombardier Inc.
Service Department
Recreational Products Division
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, JOE 2LO

February 1983
Bombardier Inc.
Valcourt, Quebec, Canada, JOE 2LO

® "Trademarks of Bombardier Inc.

______________

the Service Manager or

5

OFTEN

ASKED

QUESTIONS _

Q:

Why

must my snowmobile be registered? After

of of

whenIpurchasedmysnowmobile.

A:

Yourwarranty is validat any authorized dealeroftheproduct. Your registrationis

the key element in providing the servicing dealer with the necessary data to com-

warrantyclaim forms. Thisinformation is also used to

event

of

a safety recall.

Q: I bought my snowmobile in O'King County but Isnowmobile in Washington County. Can

the dealer in Washington County accept to perform warranty

A:

Yes,

any authorizeddealerin North America canperform warranty repairs,pro-

viding the

Q: Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snowmobile?

A:

In this Operator

customer

warranty registration

Manual

provided

alii

do have my original invoice aspro-

notify

owners in the

work

on my snowmobile?

card

is presented.

with

the vehicle at the timeoffirst sale.

Q: Will the entire warranty be void or cancelled, if I do
snowmobile

A:

exactly

as specified in

The warrantyofthe

new

snowmobile

the

Operator's

not

operate or maintain my

Manual?

cannotbe"Voided"

or

"Cencetled".

However,ifaparticularfailure is caused by operation or maintenanceother than is
shown in the OperatorManual, THAT failure

Thisincludes service work

justments

Q:

Would

A:

These terms are general

to ignition, timing, cerburetion

you give

some

performedbythe customer, especially the criticalad-

examplesofabnormal

and

overlap each
amplesmay include: running the machine
lubrication, operating the machine with a brokenordamaged
another
maintenance, please

Q:

What

A:
non-warrantyrepairs, accidents
plugs, and incidental

Q: Are

warranty?

A:

part

to fail,

and

so on.

If

you have

contact

costs are my responsibility

your dealer

during

Thecustomer's responsibility includes all costsofnormalmaintenance services,

and

or

consequentialdamages costs as explained in the warranty.

"Genuine"

Yes.

Bombardier replacement parts used in

Wheninstalledby an authorized

in warranty repairs assumes the remaining warranty

may

not

be covered under warranty.

and

oil

injection/or

use or strain,

other

in areas. Some specific ex-

out

of

all, chain failurecausedby alack

any

specific questions on operation

for

advice.

the

warranty

period?

oil

mixture.

neglect

part

which causes

collision damage, as wellas oils,

warranty

dealer,

any "genuine"Bombardier partused

that

repairs covered by

exists on the machine.

new

or abuse?

and

spark

of
or

6 _

Q:

If

Isellmysnowmobile within the warrantyperiod, willthe

balance

Q:

of

the warranty?

A:

Yes,

providedthe unithas already been registered with the manufacturer. Note

of

that the change
Bombardier Inc.

How

can I receive the best owner assistance?

A:

The satisfaction
primaryconcern to
arisein connection with the salestransaction

willbehandledbyyour
however,
dings

satisfaction through

with amember
a breakdown in communications
dealership management.

Manager

that

wl71

sometimes occur.Ifyou havea problem that has

or

ownership card in this manualshould be completed

and

goodwillofthe

your

dealer

and

BombardierInc. Normal/y,

Dealers SalesorService Departments.Itis recognized,

despite the

of

dealershipmanagement. Frequently, complaints are the result

Service Manager, contact the Dealer himselforthe General Manager.

best

intentionsofeveryone concerned, misunderstan-

normal

channels, wesuggest

and

can quicklybe resolvedbya

If

the problem already has been reviewed

ownersofBombardier

new

owner

or

the operationofyour

not

beenhandled to your

that

you discuss

qualify

and

products

any

problems that

snowmobile

your

memberofthe

with

the Sales

for

the

sent to

are

of

problem

of

________________

7

LISTING

OF

AREA

D~T~BUTORS~~~~~~~~~~~_

CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS

BOMBARDIER INC.
EASTERN
Atlantic Branch
P.O. Box 670

(506) 17
Magdalen Island, Nova Scotia, New
Brunswick, Prince Edward Island

Quebec Branch
1350 Nobel Boulevard

Boucherville, Quebec, J4B
[phone]
Province of Quebec

Ontario Branch
230 Bayview Drive

Barrie, Ontario, L4N 4Y8

(705)

Province of Ontario

BROOKS EQUIPMENT LIMITED

1616 King, Edward Street

P.O. Box 985

Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 2V8

[phone]

British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan,

Alberta, Yukon

CHARLES R. BELL LIMITED

Newfoundland, Labrador

Offices

Riverside Drive
P.O. Box 1050
Corner Brook, Newfoundland, A2H 6J3
[phone]

81 Kenmount Road

P.O. Box 8127
St-John's,
[phone]

HUDSON'S
165 Hymus Blvd
Pointe-Claire, Quebec, H9R 1G2

[phone]

North-West

Keewatin

CANADA

New Brunswick,

728-8600

Territories, Franklin District &

DISTRIBUTION DIVISION

Newfoundland, A 1B

BAY CO. LTD.

EOA

lAl

3GO

3Nl

AMERICAN DISTRIBUTORS

BOMBARDIER CORPORATION
All States lexcluding Alaska)

SERVICE OFFICES

East Main Street Road
Malone, New York 12953
[phone]

- 4505 West Street
P.O. Box
Duluth, Minnesota 55806
[phone]

- P.O. Box 1569
Idaho Falls, Idaho, 83401
[phone]

NATIONAL

O'Hare Lake Plaza
2350 Devon Avenue

Suite 150
Des Plaines,
[phone]

MILLER EQUIPMENT AND RECREATIONAL
CENTER
1049
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
[phone]
Alaska

Whitney

SALES OFFICE

Illinois 60018

Road

8----------------

HOW

TO IDENTIFY

YOUR SNOWMOBILE _

The main components of your snow­mobile (engine, track and frame) are
identified by different serial numbers. It
may sometimes become necessary to
locate these numbers for warranty pur-

poses or to trace your snowmobile in

event of theft.

the

ENGINE
SERIAL
NUMBER

.....91'40

!JII,

VEHICLE SERIAL NUMBER

,

NOTE: We strongly recommend that you take note of all the serial numbers

O

on your vehicle and supply them to your insurance company. It will surely

help in the

event a snowmobile is stolen.

______________

9

CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS-~--

L

A) Throttle Control Lever

BJ

Brake Control Lever

CJ

Ignition/Light

DJ

Head/amp Dimmer Switch
E) Emergency Cut-Out Switch
F) Tether Cut-Out Switch

G) Rewind Starter Handle

A)

Throttle

Located on right side of handlebar.
When compressed, it controls the en­gine speed and the engagement of the
transmission. When engine
speed returns

Switch

Lever

automaticalfy to idle.

B) Brake Lever

Located on the left side of handlebar.

When compressed, the brake is ap-

pied When released, it automatically

returns to its original position. Braking

effect is proportionate to the pressure

applied on the lever and to the type of

terrain and

it's

snow

coverage.

H) Primer
I) Decompressor (Citation 3500 only)

J)

Adjustable Steering Handle

KJ

Speedometer (Skendic only)
L) Fuel Gauge/Tank Cap
M) Hood Opening

C) Ignition/Light

Key operated, 2 position switch. To
start engine, first turn key clockwise to
ON position. To stop engine, turn key

counter-clockwise to 0 FF position.

lights are automatically ON when-

The
ever the engine is running.

Switch

10 _

DJ

Headlamp Dimmer Switch

F) Tether Cut-Out Switch

The dimmer switch, located on left
side of handlebar, allows correct selec­tion of headlamp beam. To obtain high

low

or

beam simply flick switch.

E) Emergency Cut-Out Switch

A push pull type switch located on the

right side of the handlebar. To stop the

engine in an emergency, push the but-

off

ton to the lower
simultaneously apply the brakes. To

start engine, button must be at the up-

per on position.

..

ON

position and

+-OFF

~~

Upper position
Before starting

The driver of this vehicle should

familiarize himself

this device by using it several times on

first outing. Thereby being mentally
prepared for emergency situations re-

quiring its use.

..A..

WARNING: If the switch has

...

been

used

tion the

be

starting

source

determined

engine.

Lower position

to stop engine

with

the function of

inan emergency
of malfunction

and

corrected

situa-

should

beforere-

Attach tether cord to wrist or other
convenient location then snap tether
cut-out cap over receptacle before
starting engine.

wrist -

I

-'

Attach to

~-

If emergency engine "shut off" is re­quired, completely pull cap from safety
switch and engine power will be auto-

matically shut

NOTE: The cap must be installed

on the safety switch at all times in

a

order to operate the vehicle.

..A..

WARNING: If the switch is

...

in an
source
mined
engine.

0)

Auto
side of vehicle. To engage mechanism,
pull handle.

of malfunction

and

Rewind Starter Handle

rewind type located on right hand

H) Primer

A push-pull button. Pull and push but­ton (2-3 times) to activate primer. The

primer should always be used for cold
engine starts. After engine is warm
however, it is not necessary to use
primer when starting.

"off".

emergency

corrected

situation

should

before

used

the

bedeter-

restarting

_______________

11

I) Decompressor

(Citation 3500 only)

Two position (OFF I ON)t push-pull

knob. To enqaqe, pull the decom­pressor knob fully out.

..,

CAUTION: The decompressor

'Y

provides easier starting by redu­cing engine compression. However,
leaving the decompressor engaged

while running will damage your engine.
Always disengage after the engine has
started.

J) Adjustable Steering Handle

- Remove steering cover.

- Loosen the
screws.

Adjust the handle to the desired po­sition.

...

WARNING:

four

(4) retaining

Do not adjust too

T high as the brake lever may con-

tact the windshield when turning.

- Lock the steering handle in place by
tightening the four
screws to 26

- Reinstall steering cover.

N.m

K) Speedometer

(Skandic only)

The speedometer is linked directly to
the drive axle. Direct-reading dial in­dicates the speed of the vehicle. Odo­meter records the total distance travell­ed.

The trip meter reset button is located
on the speedometer housing. To reset,
open hood and turn black knob until all
numbers read zero.

(4) retaining

(19 tt-lbs).

M)

Hood Opening

Pull down the latches to unlock the
hood from the anchor.

NOTE: Always lift hood gently up

O

until stropped by restraining

device.

...

WARNING: It is dangerous to run

T an engine with the hood open un-

fastened or removed.
could

result.

ToolBox

Located under the hood. To gain ac-

cess, tilt hood. Ideal location for spare

rope, first aid kit, etc...

Spark Plug Holder

Spare spark plugs can be carried in the
special holes in the air silencer.

Spare Drive Belt Holder

A spare drive belt can be installed in
belly pan clip.

...

WARNING: Always be careful not

T to burn yourself on the exhaust

systemwhen removing or
belt.

Personal

installing

injury

drive

U Fuel Gauge/Tank Cap

Unscrew fuel tank cap and withdraw

dipstick to check fuel level.

...

WARNING:

Never usea lit match

T or open flame to check fuel level.

12 _

Hitch

(Skandiconly)

Hook

type

Fixed on the rear bumper, the hitch has
two

attachment points. A hook type
and a plate type. A hair pin is supplied
to lock the hook type attachment.

~-n~..--.

/

All

pin

A

WARNING:

.....

or trailer, always ensure to lock
the hook or plate type attachment with
the hair pin.

Trailers or sleds towed behind a snow­mobile should always be loaded in a
way to obtain the lowest possible
ter of gravity. Use a rigid
pulling a
mobile. When you are pulling passen­gers in a trailer or
ate speed and avoid rough terrain for
their safety.
get out of a towed vehicle and walk
across all roads. Each towed vehicle
should have reflectorized material on
each side and on the rear.

tow

When towing a sled

cen-

tow

bar when

sled behind your snow-

tow

sled! use moder-

Also! have all passengers

BREAK-IN PERIOD _

With

Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile
engines, a break-in period is required
before running the vehicle at full
tle. Engine manufacturer recommen­dation is 10 to 15 operating hours.
Maximum throttle should not exceed

3/4,

however, brief full acceleration
and speed variations contribute to a
good break-in. Continued wide open
throttle accelerations, prolonged cruis­ing speeds! and lugging are detrimen­tal during the break-in period.

NOTE: (Citation 3500) For the

break-in period only, 450ml (16oz)

O

of Bombardier Snowmobile Injection
oil should be added to the first full fuel
tank filling.
(Skandic) Recommended
is 40:1 during engine break-in period.

This will assure additional protection

during the initial engine break-in.

..,

CAUTION: Remove and clean

'Y

spark plugs after engine break-in.

NOTE: A new drive belt requires

a bread-in period of 15-25 km (10-

O

15 miles).

fuel/oil

throt-

ratio

10-HOUR INSPECTION

As

with
ical equipment! we suggest that after
the first 10 hours of operation or 30
days after the purchase, whichever
comes
ed by your dealer. This inspection will
give you the opportunity to discuss the
unanswered questions you may have
encountered during the first hours of
operation. Remember
to remedy at this time than to allow the
snowmobile to operate until a possible
failure occurs.

The 10 hours inspection is at the ex-

pense of the vehicle owner.

any precision piece of mechan-

first

that your vehicle be check-

that

it is easier

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10-HOUR INSPECTION CHECKLIST

Engine timing

Fan belt tension (Skandic 377)

V

Spark plug(s)
Carburetor adjustment
Oil injection pump adjustment (Citation 3500 only)

Engine head nuts
Engine mount nuts
Muffler attachment
Chaincase oil level
Injection system oil level (Citation 3500 only)
Brake operation and lining condition
Ski alignment (runners condition)
Steering arm, retorque to 60
Handlebar bolts, retorque to 26
Pulley

alignment and drive belt condition

Track condition, tension and alignment

Lubrication (steering, suspension, drive axle, countershaft support
bearing)

condition: (Remove and clean)

N.m

(45 ft-lbs)

N.m

(19 ft-lbsl

Electrical wiring (loose connections, stripped wires, damaged insula­tion), tighten all loose bolts, nuts and linkage

Operation of lighting system (HI / LO beam, brake light,
operation of emergency cut-out switch and tether switch

We

recommend that you have your dealer sign this inspection list.

Date of 10hour inspection

14 _

Dealersignature

etc.). test

FUEL

_

Recommended Gasoline

Use regular leaded or unleaded gaso­line available from all service stations.

CAUTION: Never experiment

•

with different fuel or fuel ratios.
Never use naphtha, methanol, gasohol
or similar products.

WARNING:

gas tank before placing the vehi-

•

cle in a warm area. At certain tempera­tures, gasoline will expand and over­flow. Always wipe off any gasoline
spillage from the snowmobile.

Recommended Oil

(Allmodels.

Use "Bombardier Snowmobile Injec­tion

Oil"(P/N
available from your dealer, This type of
oil will
minus 40°C (-40°F),

It is a blend of specially selected base
oils and additives which provides
outstanding
cleanliness and minimum spark plug

fouling.

If 11 Bombardier Snowmobile Injection

Oil"
"Bombardier 50:1 Snowmobile Oil".

•

flow

is unavailable, substitute

CAUTION: Never use outboard
or straight mineral oils.

Oil Injection System

(Citation3500)

Always maintain asufficient
"Bombardier Snowmobile injection
in the injection oil tank.

Never

"top

496 0133 00 1 liter)

at temperatures as

lubrication,

amount

up" the

low

as

engine

with

oil"

CAUTION: Check level and refill

every time you refuel.

•

NOTE: For the break-in period on-

ly, 450 ml (16 oz.) of Bombardier

O

Snowmobile Injection oil should be add-

ed to the first full fuel tank filling.

This will assure additionnal protection
during the initial engine break-in .

Fuel Mixture Ratio & Mixing
Procedure

(Skandic)

Oil must be added to the gasoline in
pre-measured amounts then both oil
and gasoline should be thoroughly
mixed together before fueling the tank.

The importance of using the correct
fuel mixture cannot be overstressed.
An incorrect fuel ratio results in serious
engine damage. Recommended fuel
ration is 50/1 (40/1 during break-in
period),

51

UNITS

500 ml oil to 25 liters 50/1

IMPERIAL

16 oz. oil to 5 Imp. gals 50/1
500 ml oil to 5

U.S.

12 oz. oil to 5 U.S.

O

ture.
To mix the gasoline and oil always use

of

a separate clean container. Never
directly in your snowmobile tank. For
best results, acquire
either plastic or metal. Draw from one
until empty then use the second one.

•

conditions. Always manipulate in a
well ventilated area. Do not smoke or
allow open flames or sparksin the vici-

nity. If gasoline fumes are noticed

UNITS

or .

1/2 Imp. gals 50/1

UNITS

gals=

NOTE: To facilitate fuel mixing oil

should be kept at room tempera-

two

WARNING: Gasoline is flamma­ble and explosive under certain

50/1

mix

containers,

______________

15

while driving, the cause should be de­termined and corrected

without

delay.
Never add fuel while the engine is run­ning. Avoid skin

contact

with

fuel at

below freezing temperatures.

1. Pour

approximately

4 liters

gallonl of gasoline into a clean con­tainer.

2. Add the full amount of oil required

for

the mixture.

.....

WARNING: To prevent fuel spill-

T age, afunnel must always be used

when filling the gas tank.

NOTE: When using pre-mixed
fuel, always shake the container

a

thoroughly as the

(1

settle.

FUEUOIL

(50to1 ratio)

25

24

t.l

n

21

23

19

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1)

16

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14

13

12
11

10

9

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oil has a tendency to

MIXING

CHARTS

m

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/

3. Replacethe container cap and shake

the container thoroughly.

4. Add the remainder of the gasoline.

5. Once again thoroughly agitate the

container. Then using a funnel
a FINE MESH

SCREEN

the entry of foreign particles, pour
the mixture into the snowmobile
tank.

16 _

with

to prevent

for

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or

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you need
U.S.

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Imp. oz. of oil

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PRE-START CHECK _

Check Points

• Activate the throttle control lever
several times to check that it oper­ates easily and smoothly. The throt­tle control lever must return to idle
position when released.

• Check fuel level.

• Check injection oil

• Check that the skis and the track are

only).

3500

not frozen to the ground or snow
surface and
freely.

that

level. (Citation

steering operates

• Activate the brake control level and
make sure the brake fully applies be­fore the brake control lever touches
the handlebar grip.

• Verify that the path ahead of the ve­hicle is clear of bystanders and ob­stacles.

.&.

WARNING: Only start your snow-

T mobile once all components are

checked and functioning properly.

STARTING

PROCEDURE _

Test throttle control lever.
Check that the emergency

switch is in the ON position.

Upper position

before starting engine

Ensurethe tether
tion and that the cord is attached to
your clothing.

cut-out

cut-out

cap is in posi-

NOTE: The use of the primer is

not

O

warm.

Manual

(All models)

Insert the key in the ignition and turn to

ON position.

Pull decompressor (Citation 3500 on­ly).

Grasp manual starter handle firmly and
pull slowly until a resistance is felt then
pull vigorously. Slowly release the re-

wind starter handle.

.&.

......

..

necessary when the engine is

Starting

WARNING:
while starting.

CAUTION: Always disengage the

Do not apply throttle

Y decompressor after the engine

has started.

I

Attach

to

wrist-

Snap over
receptacle

\lJ

Activate the primer (2 or 3 times).

~

Before Riding

Check operation of the emergency cut-

out

switch, and tether switch. Restart

engine.

______________

17

WARNING:
shut-off when applying the emer-

+

gency cut-out switch and or when pull­ing the tether cut-out cap, stop the
gine by turning off the ignition key. Do
not operate the vehicle further, see
your dealer.

Allow

the engine to warm before oper-

ating at full throttle.

Emergency Starting

Should the rewind starter rope fray and
break, the engine can be started with

an emergency starter rope.

WARNING:
hicle by the drive pulley unless it

+

is a true emergency situation, have the
vehicle repaired as soon as possible.

Citation 3500

pulley)

Remove the belt guard from vehicle.
Assemble the emergency starting clip

and handle to the emergency starting
rope and wind the rope tightly around
the drive pulley.

·

"

j

f

If engine does not

Do not start the ve-

(with

roller round shaft

en-

WARNING:
rope around your hand. Hold

+

rope by the handle only.

Start as per manual starting procedure.

WARNING:
vehicle in emergency situation by

+

the drive pulley do not reinstall the belt
guard.

Skandic (with roller square shaft

pulley)

Remove the belt guard from the vehi­cle and wind the emergency rope tight
around the drive pulley between the
sliding half and the roller guard. Start
the engine as per usual manual star­ting.

WARNING:

vehicle in an emergency situation

+

by the drive pulley, do not make a knot
at the end of the emergency rope and
do not reinstall the belt guard.

Do not wind starting

When

When

starting the

starting the

18 _

LUBRICATION _

Oil spring coupler bolts/ ball joints and

steering column bushings.

Frequency

Routine maintenance is necessary for
all mechanized products, and the
snowmobile is no exception. A
vehicle inspection contributes to the
life span of the snowmobile as well as
retains safe and dependable operation .

.....

WARNING:

.....

procedures as detailed in this
manual. It is recommended that dealer
assistance be periodically obtained on
other components/systems not cov­ered in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned OFF

all lubrication and maintenance pro-

for
cedures.

It is recommended that t'he steering
system and suspension be lubricated
monthly or every 40 hours of opera­tion. If the vehicle is operated in wet
snow or in severe conditions these
items should be lubricated more fre­quently.

Only perform such

weekly

Steering Mechanism

.....

WARNING:

.....

throttle

housings.

Lubricate the ski legs at grease fittings
until new grease appears at joints.
Coat spring slider cushion

Do not lubricate

and/or

brake cables and

with

grease.

Drive Axle

Lubricate at grease fitting using

temperature grease.

• CAUTION: When lubricating the
..

drive axle bearing, do not apply
excessive grease as the seal will be
pushed out of its housing. Check seal
position with finger.

low

#"

_____________

19

Countershaft Support Bearing

Lubricate at grease fitting/ using

temperature grease.

Grease

-4lft-

....

fitting

...a

low

Chaincase Oil Level

Check the oil level by removing the oil

level cap plug.

Cap plug

Slide Suspension

Lubricate idler wheels at grease fittings
until grease appears at joints. Use
temperature grease only.

Also lubricate front & rear arms at

grease fittings.

low

The oil should be level
of the oil level orifice.

NOTE: The chaincase oil capacity

is approximately 200 ml (7 oz.).

O

with

the bottom

Oil Injection System

(Citation 3500)

Always maintain a sufficient amount of

Bombardier Snowmobile Injection

in the injection oil tank .

..,

CAUTION:

...

every time you refuel.

Check level and refill

Drive Pulley

(Roller round shaft type .

Citation 3500)

This drive pulley requires lubrication bi­monthly or every 20 hours of opera-

tion.

A

WARNING:

...

drive pulley should be performed
only by an authorized dealer. A dis­assembly, cleaning, inspectionand lubri­cation where applicable should also be
performed by the dealer every 50 oper­ating hours or at the end of each season,
whichever occurs first.

The lubricationof the

Oil

20 _

MAINTENANCE

~

_

The following Maintenance Chart indi-

cates regular servicing schedules to be
performed by you or
dealer. If these services are performed
as suggested,
give you many years of low-cost use.

your

your

servicing

snowmobile will

MAINTENANCE
CHART

Drive belt condition
Brake condition
Brake adjustment
Spark pluqls)
Suspension condition
Suspension adjustment
Track condition
Track tension and alignment

Drive pulley
Steering mechanism
Steering adjustment
Muffler attachment
Engine head nuts
Engine
Carburetor adjustment
Injection oil

(Citation 3500)
Oil injection pump adjustment

(Citation 3500)

Fan belt (Skandic 377)

Headlamp beam aiming
General inspection

O

mount

filter condition

NO.TE:

maintenance.

The ten hour inspection is a very

nuts

WARNING: Only perform such

procedures as detailed in this

+

manual. It is recommended

assistance be periodically obtained on

other components / systems
ered in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned OFF

for

all lubrication and maintenance pro-

cedures.

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21

Belt Guard Removal

WARNING:

•

always be in place when engine is

running.

A. Raise the hood and remove the re-

taining clip of the rear pin and re­move the pin.

B. Pull the guard

taining bolt.

C. Remove the guard.

Belt guard should

out

of the center re-

A

i--

,Retaining

\, clip

¥

2. Loosen the countershaft bearing re­taining screw and open the bearing
cage.

3. Open the driven pulley by twisting

and pushing the sliding half. Hold in
fuIIy open position.

Slip the belt over the top edge of the
fixed half.

Drive Belt Removal and
Installation

WARNING:

•

stallation of the drive belt be care­ful not to burn yourself on the exhaust
muffler.

1. Remove the belt guard.

22------

At the removal or in-

Lift the countershaft upward ap-

4.
prox. 50 mm (2in.) and slip the belt
between the shaft and the bearing
cage to remove completely.

_

NOTE: It may be necessary to

loosen the brake adjustment in

O

order to easily

5. Slip the belt out from the drive
pulley.

lift the countershaft.

Drive Belt Condition

Inspect belt for cracks, fraying or ab­normal wear (uneven wear, wear on
one side, missing cogs, cracked tab­riel. If abnormal wear is noted, proba­ble cause could be pulley misalign­ment, excessive R.P.M. with frozen
track, fast starts

od, burred sheave, oil on belt or dis­torted spare belt. Contact your dealer.

Check the drive belt width. If less than

30 mm
belt.

(1

without

3/16

in), replace the drive

warm-up peri-

WARNING: Never start or run

•

engine without the drive belt in­stalled. Running an unloaded engine is
dangerous.

To install the drive belt, reverse the
procedure.

CAUTION: Once belt isinstalled,

•

be sure to secure the counter­shaft bearing by closing the bearing
cageand firmly tightening the retaining

screw.

WARNING: After drive belt in-

•

stallation, always check that the
brake disc is correctly installed be­tween the brake pads and that the
brake is well adjusted. Check brake
light operation.

Brake light

switch

New

When installing a new drive
break-in period of 25 km (15 miles) is
strongly recommended.

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shape to be maintained.

Drive Belt

belt

NOTE: Always store a spare belt

in a manner to allow its natural

Brake Condition

The brake mechanism on your snow­mobile is an essential safety device.

Keep this mechanism in proper work­ing condition. Above all, do not oper­ate your snowmobile
tive brake system.

WARNING: Brake linings

. than 3 mm (1/8") thick must be

•

replaced. Replacement must be per­formed by an authorized dealer.

without

an effec-

less

Brake pads

3 mm l1ls") min.

----

Brake pads

thickness

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23

Brake Adjustment

Brake should apply fully while brake
control lever is still 13 mm
proximative from the handlebar grip.

(1/1")

ap-

If adjustment is required, turn the

brake cable adjuster counter-clockwise

until the brake disc is hard to turn then

off

back

1/2 turn. Recheck brake operation.

1

+

switch operation must also be checked
and adjusted as needed.

Brake Light

the adjuster to approximately

WARNING:
is readjusted, the brake light

Whenever the brake

Switch

Adjustment

To check operation:

Pull the brake

the disc. Check

is felt while rotating the driven pulley.
This is the position where the switch
should have lit the brake light.

To adjust:

- Loosen the brake switch lock nut.
Holding brake lever at the

tion, unscrew the switch to put on
the light or screw

lever to hold the pads on

that

a light resistance

lit posi-

it

in to

put

it out.

Tighten the brake
and recheck brake light operation.

switch

lock

nut

Spark Plug(s)

Disconnect the spark plug wireis) and

remove the spark

Check the condition of the pluqts).

• A brownish tip reflects ideal condi­tions. (Carburetor adjustment, spark
plug heat range,

• A black insulator tip indicates fouling
caused by: carburetor idle speed
ture

and/or

rich, incorrect fuel mixture ratio,

wrong type of spark plug (heat

range), or excessive idling.

• A light grey insulator tip indicates a
lean mixture caused by: carburetor
high speed mixture adjusted
lean,

wrong
incorrect fuel mixture ratio, or a
leaking seal or gasket.

Overheated

(light grey)

...

CAUTION:

..

tion is not ideal, contact your au-

thorized dealer.

Check spark plug gap using a wire
feeler gauge.

Reinstall

pluqts) and connect wirets).

pluqts).

etc.. are correct.)

Fouled

{black}

mix-

too

high speed mixture too

spark plug heat range,

Normal

lbrownish)

If spark plug condi-

24 _

Suspension Condition

Visually inspect all suspension compo­nents including slider shoes, springs,
wheels, etc...

NOTE: During normal driving,

snow will act as a lubricant and

O

coolant for the slider shoes. Extensive
riding on ice or sanded snow, will
create excessive heat build-up and
cause premature slider shoe

wear

Suspension Adjustment

The suspension is adjustable, the front
adjustment for surface condition, the

rear for driver's weight.

Adjuster blocks

Ski/track transfert weight

When the front adjuster blocks are at
the lowest elevation more weight is

distributed on the skis.

..,

CAUTION: Always turn the left

'Y side adjuster blocks in a clock-

wise direction, the rightside blocks in a
counter-clockwise direction. Left and
right adjuster blocks of each adjust­ment must always be set at the same
elevation.

NOTE: For deepsnow condition or

hill climbing, it is recommended to

O

place the front adjuster blocks on the
highest position.

Track Condition

Lift the rear of the vehicle and support
it

off

the ground.
rotate the track by hand, and inspect
condition. If
are exposed or missing or defective in­serts or guides are noted, contact your
dealer.

.A.

WARNING:

...

snowmobile with a cut, torn or

damaged track.

Track Tension and Alignment

Tension:

Lift the rear of vehicle and support
a mechanical stand.
extend normally. Check the gap 13mm

(112") between the slider shoe and the

bottom
tension istoo loose, the track will have
a tendency to thump.

inside of the track. If the track

With

the engine

worn,

cut

or track fibers

Do not operate a

Allow

off,

with

the slide to

At the highest position the weight is
transferred to the track. The rear ad­juster blocks should be adjusted to suit

the driver's preference.

13 mm

(1Ii')

..,

CAUTION: Too much tension

'Y will result in power loss and ex-

cessive

ponents.

______________

stresses

on suspension com-

25

If necessary to adjust; loosen the rear
idler wheel retaining screw and the ad­juster bolt lock nut; then loosen or
tighten the adjuster bolts located on
the inner side of the rear idler wheels. If
correct tension is unattainable, contact
your dealer.

Retaining screw

Lock nut

loosen

loosen

WARNING:

alignment,

+

free of all
thrown

hands,

track.

proximity

To correct, stop the engine, loosen the
rear idler wheels retaining screws then
loosen the lock nuts and tighten the
adjuster bolt on side where the slider
shoe is the furthest to the track insert
guides.

outwhile

tools,

Ensure

to the

Guide Slider Guide

, /

Before

ensure

particles

trackisrotating.

feet and

no-oneisstandinginclose

vehicle.

which

clothing

shoes""

checking

that the

track

track

could

Keep

clear

•

be

Tightenon~

is

of

NOTE: Track tension and align-

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ment are inter-related. Do not ad-

just one

Alignment;

Start the engine and accelerate slightly
so
the track is well centered; equal dis­tance on both sides between edges of
track guides and slider shoes.

without

that

track turns slowly. Check that

the other.

Guides

Slider

___

Equaldistance ___

~

Shoes~

Tighten lock nuts and recheck the
alignment. Ensure to retighten the idler
wheel retaining screws.

Retighten

Drive Pulley

Skandic

Inspect the Duralon bushing condition
by checking the free-play of the sliding
half pulley. This is achieved by restrain­ing the inner half and checking if the
sliding half moves in the direction of
the arrows more than 3 mm
so, contact your dealer.

Croller

square shaft type)

(1/8").

Mark reference

point

on both halves

If

26 _

Maximum free-play

3 mm

(1/8")

Citation 3500
(roller round

This drive pulley requires lubrication bi­monthly or every 20 hours of opera­tion.

shaft

type)

A WARNING: The lubrication of

....

the drive pulley should be per­formed only by an authorized dealer.
disassembly, cleaning, inspection and
lubrication where applicable should
also be performed by the dealer every
50 operating hours or at the end of
each season, whichever occurs first.

Steering Mechanism

Inspect the steering mechanism for

tightness of components (steering
arms, tie rods, ball joints, spring cou-

pler bolts, etc.). If necessary

or retighten.
Torque steering arm bolts to 60

(45 tt-lbs).

I

N.m

If adjustment is required:
Loosen the lock nuts of the longest tie

rod. Turn the tie rod manually until the

skis are

retighten the lock nuts.

properly

aligned. Firmly

A

3

The handlebar should also be hori­zontal when the skis are pointed to­ward the front.

To adjust:
Loosen the lock nuts of the shortest tie

rod. Turn the tie rod manually until the
handlebar is horizontal. Retighten the
lock nuts firmly.

....

WARNING: The ball joint socket

....

must run parallel with the steer­ing arm. The steering arm must be re­strained when tightening the tie rod
end lock nuts.

mm

•

toe

t

(118")

out

Check the condition of the skis and the
ski runners. Replace if more than half
worn.

Steering Adjustment

Skis should have a toe out of 3 mm

(1/8").

To check, measure the distance
between each ski at the front and rear
of the leaf springs. The front distance
should be 3 mm
rear when the handlebar is horizontal.

IMPORTANT: Close the front of the

skis manually to eliminate all slack from

the steering mechanism.

(1/8")

more than the

Muffler

The engine/muffler attaching parts are
vital toward efficient muffler function.

Check all attachments. Replace the

springs

Attachment

and/or

tighten if necessary.

Engine Head Nuts

With the ENGINE COLD, check that

tight

the engine head nuts are
equally torqued to

22 Nsrn (16 ft-lbsl.

and

B) Idle Speed Adjustment

Turn the idle speed screw clockwise

until it contacts the throttle slide then
continue turning
turns. This will provide a preliminary

idle speed setting. Start the engine and

allow it to warm then adjust the idle

speed as per specifications by turning

the idle speed screw clockwise or coun-

ter-clockwise.

~

CAUTION: Do not attempt to set

..

the idle speed by using the air
screw. Severe engine damage can oc­cur. If idle speed is unattainable con­tact your authorized dealer.

two

(2) additional

Following sequence above shown, tor­que engine head nuts twice.

IMPORTANT: The engine head nut tor-

que should be checked after the first 5
hours of operation.

Engine

Check the engine
ness. Retighten if necessary.

Mount

Nuts

mount

nuts for tight-

Carburetor Adjustment

..

CAUTION: Never operate your

...

snowmobile with the air intake
silencer disconnected. Serious engine
damage will occur if this notice is dis­regarded.

A) Air Screw Adjustment

Completely close the air screw (until a

slight reseating resistance is felt) then

off

back

screw as specified.

Oil Injection System

(Citation 3500 only)
Injection Oil Filter Condition

Inspect oil filter at least once a month.
Insure that filter is not obstructed by
foreign particles; if so, see your dealer.

~

CAUTION: An obstructed injec-

...

tion oil filter will cause oil starva­tion resulting in serious engine dam­age.

NOTE: After a storage period, it

important that you r dealer re-

is

O

places the injection oil filter and that he
verifies the oil
pump.

Injection Pump Adjustment

Proper oil injection pump adjustment is
very important.
ing of the pump can result in serious
engine damage.

To check adjustment: eliminate the
throttle cable free-play by pressing the
throttle lever until a light resistance is
felt then hold in place. The aligning
marks on the pump casting and lever
must align perfectly. If not, contact
your dealer.

Injection pump should be adjusted by

your dealer.

flow

of the injection

Any

delay in the open-

28 _

NOTE: The oil injection pump

O

synchronizing marks can be seen
by placing a mirror between the side
pan and the pump.

Marks must align

Fan Belt

(Skandic

Inspect belt for cracks, uneven wear,

etc. Check fan belt tension, 10 mm

(3/8")

flection

377)

free-play should exist when de-

is correct.

Headlamp Beam Aiming

The angle of the headlamp beam has
been pre-adjusted prior to

Shouldyou wish re-adjustment, placethe
vehicleon aflat surface7.6m (25')from a
wall or

screen.

SIDE

VIEW

TOP

VIEW

76

m (25

With the suspension correctly adjusted,
the rider seated on the vehicle and the
high beam ON check that the center of
high intensity zone of high beam is 50
mm (2") below horizontal line of head­lamp height.

delivery.

ttl

~

Ground

If

belt seems damaged or if tension is
incorrect, contact your dealer immedi­ately.

.....

WARNING:

If fan protector is re-

T moved, always reinstall after ser-

vicing.

Center line

intensity zone

To adjust, remove the four caps, turn

upper or lower adjusting screws to ob­tain desired beam position.

Adjusting

screws

Adjusting

screws

______________

50mrn

29

Bulb Replacement

If the headlamp bulb is burnt, tilt hood,
unplug the connector from the head­lamp. Remove the rubber boot and
fasten bulb retainer clips. Detach the
bulb and replace.

un-

If taillight bulb is
by removing the red plastic lens. To
remove, unfasten the two (2) screws.

WARNING: Always check light

operation after bulb replacement.

+

General Inspection

Check the electrical wiring and compo­nents, retighten loose connections.
Check for stripped wires or damaged
insulation. Thoroughly inspect the ve­hicle and tighten loose bolts, nuts and
linkage. Inspect skis and ski runners for
wear.

burnt

expose the bulb

STORAGE _

It is during summer, or when a vehicle
is not in use for any length of time that
proper storage is a necessity. Storage
of the snowmobile during long period
of inactivity consists of checking and
replacing missing, broken or worn
parts, proper lubrication and treatment

to insure that parts do not become
rusted; cleaning items such as carbu­retor of oil mixtures, to prevent gum
varnish formation within the carbure­tor; and in general, preparing the vehi­cle so that when the time comes to use
the snowmobile again it will be in top
condition.

WARNING:
procedures as detailed in this

+

manual.
assistance be periodically obtained on
other components/systems not cov­ered in this manual. Unless otherwise
specified, engine should be turned OFF
for
cedures.

30 _

It is recommended that dealer

all lubrication and maintenance pro-

Only perform such

Track

Inspect the track for wear, cuts, miss­ing track guides and broken rods.

Make any necessary replacement.

WARNING:

snowmobile with a cut, torn or

+

damage track.

Lift the rear of vehicle until track is
clear of the ground then support with a
brace or trestle. The snowmobile should
be stored in such a way that the track
doesnot stay in contact with the cement

floor or bare ground.

NOTE: The track should be rotat-

ed periodically, (every 40 days).

O

Do not release track tension.

...

CAUTION: To prevent track dam-

• age, temperature in the storage

area must not exceed38°C (100°F).

Do not operate a

Suspension

Remove any dirt or rust. Grease idler
wheels at grease fittings. Wipe
plus. Replace worn slider shoes.

off

sur-

Skis

Wash or brush all dirt or rust accu­mulation from the skis and springs.

Grease the ski legs at the grease fit­tings. Check the condition of the skis,
ski runners and leaf springs. Replace
worn

more than half.

Ski runner .....

Controls

Lubricate the steering mechanism.
spect all components for tightness,

(spring coupler bolts, steering arm

locking bolts, tie rods, ball joints,
Tighten if necessary. Oil metal moving
joints of the brake mechanism.

.A.

WARNING:

....

throttle
housings.
pads.

Coat all electrical connections and swit­ches with a greaseless metal protector. If
unavailable, use petroleum jelly.

Avoid getting oil on the brake

Do not lubricate the

and/or

brake cables and

etc.)

Chaincase

Drain the chaincase and refill to proper
level, using fresh chaincase oil. To
drain! remove the chaincase cover.

Drive Pulley

The drive pulley should be cleaned and
inspected. The roller round shaft type
drive pulley requires lubrication.

.A.

WARNING:

....

or inspection of the drive pulley
should be performed only by an autho­rized dealer.

The lubrication

and/

Engine and Primer Lubrication

Engine internal parts must be lubri-

cated to protect cylinder walls from

possible rust formation during the
storage period.

if

To perform the storage procedures
(engine and primer valve) proceed as
follows:

Engine

1. Start the engine and allow it to run at
idle speed until the engine reaches its
operational temperature.

2. Stop the engine, remove the air

silencer box, start the engine.

3. Using

In-

4. Remove the spark plug(s) and pour

"Bombardier
jection
retor throat until the engine dies.

approximately

3 fl. oz.

cvlinderts).

Oil", squirt oil into the carbu-

U.S')

Snowmobile In-

85 ml (3 fl. oz. lrnp..

of oil into the

5. Crank the engine to allow the crank-

shaft to turn 2 or 3 revolutions.

6. Reinstall the spark pluqls) and the
air intake silencer.

Do

not

od.

Primer Valve

1. Disconnect the inlet primer hose

run engine during storage peri-

from the primer valve.

Inlet (Oblique

hose coupling)

~~e3

t

Outlet (Straight

hose coupling)

2. Hold the hose higher than the gas
tank to prevent gasoline from drain-

ing.

3. Using an appropriate hose, connect
one end of the hose to the inlet of
the primer valve and place the other

end in a Bombardier Snowmobile

Injection Oil container.

4. Activate the primer in order to fill
with

oil.

5. Reinstall the inlet primer hose to the
primer valve.

Fuel Tank and Carburetor

Remove the cap then using a syphon,
remove the gasoline from tank.

WA RNING: Gasoline is flamma-

ble and explosive under certain

+

conditions. Always manipulate in a
well ventilated area. Do not smoke or
allow open flames or sparksin the vici-

nity.

Carburetor must be dried
pletely to prevent gum formation dur­ing the storage period.

Once the fuel tank is emptied, remove

the float chamber drain plug from car-

buretor. Drain carburetor and reinstall
plug.

out

com-

Clean the frame. For the aluminum por-

tion use only

follow instructions on the container.
Touch up all metal spots where paint

has been scratched off. Spray all bare
metal parts

it

the cab for better protection.

..,

CAUTION: Cover the snowmobi-

• Ie with an opaque tarpaulin. This
will prevent the sun rays or grime from
affecting the plastic components and
vehicle finish.

11 Aluminum cleaner" and

with

metal protector.

General Inspection

Check the electrical wiring and compo-

nents, retighten loose connections.

Check for stripped wires or damaged
insulation.

Thoroughly inspect the vehicle and
tighten loose bolts, nuts and linkage.

NOTE: Leave the drive belt

O

period.

the pulleys

for

the entire storage

Wax

off

Check all fuel lines. Replace if neces­sary.

Chassis

Clean the vehicle thoroughly, removing

dirt

and grease accumulation.

all

..

CAUTION: Plastic alloy compo-

• nents such as fuel tank, controls,
windshield,
mild detergents or isopropyl alcohol.
Do not use strong soaps, degreasing

solvents, abrasive cleaners, paint thin­ners, etc.

32 _

etc., can be cleaned using

PRE-SEASON
PREPARATION _

To simplify the pre-season preparation
we have
chart indicates servicing points to be
performed by you and
dealer. If these services are performed
as suggested,
you
use.

drawn

many

hours of fun and

up a small chart. The

your

servicing

your

vehicle will give

low

cost

PRE-SEASON PREPARATION CHART

Change spark
Check chaincase oil level

Replace fuel filter (located inside fuel tank)
Check track tension and alignment
Lubricate suspension
Inspectdrive belt and install
Check throttle cable
Check steering alignment and ski runner condition
Inspectsealsfor possible cuts or leaks
Check electrical wiring (broken wire, damaged insulation)
Inspectcondition of starting rope
Check tightness of all bolts, nuts and linkage
Refill gas tank
Replace injection oil filter (Citation 3500 only)
Refill injection oil tank (Citation 3500only)
Inspect brake condition and operation
Set engine timing
Check pulleys, verify components and clean. Lubricate.
Adjust
Adjust oil injection pump (Citation 3500only)

Check fan belt condition and adjust tension (Skandic 377 only)

pluqls)"

carburetor

for

damage and free operation

IMPORTANT:
and Cautions
this
item
conditions

replace
or suitable equivalents.

TO BE PERFORMED BY DEALER

TO BE PERFORMED BY OWNER

Observe all

manual

being checked.

with

mentioned

which

seem less

genuine Bombardier parts

are

throughout

pertinenttothe

When

component

than

satisfactory,

Warnings

•

0

0

0
0
0
0

0

0

0

0

0

0

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

•

*NOTE:

O

cess storage oil by starting the engine, using

•

CAUTION:

Before installing

Only

perform

new

spark pluqts), it is suggested to burn the ex-

this

procedure in a

the

well

______________

old spark pluqts).

ventilated area.

33

TROUBLE

SHOOTING

GUIDE

NOTE: The possible causes have been listed in an order of frequency.

O

Therefore, items should be checked out in the same order as mentioned

in the trouble shooting guide.

_

SYMPTOMS

Engine turns over
fails to start or starts
with

difficulty

POSSIBLE

No fuel to the engine

1.

but

2. Flooded engine

Spark

3.

Clogged fuel line (water or

4.

dirtl

5. Carburetor

6. Too much oil in fuel

Engine timing

7.

CAUSES

plug!

ignition

WHATTODO

Check

the

tank

level.

fuel

line,

of

Remove

wet

and

crank

dry

spark

starting

flood,

see

Check

for

connect

spark

move

from

ground

exposed

careful

to

Follow

engine

for

spark.Ifno

plug.Iftrouble
Remove

cartridgeifnecessary.
connectionsoffuel
of

fuel

tank.

Contact

your

Contact

your

Engine

timing

justment.

Check

item

4.

spark

plugs,

engine

several

plugs.

Start

procedure.Ifengine

your

dealer.

fouledordefective

plug

wire,

cylinder

head.

plugonengine

hold

away

starting

sparks

persists,

and

clean

the
lines.

dealer

for

dealer.

maybeincorrectoroutofad-

Contact

your

for

possible

turn

times.

engine

following

spark

unscrew

Reconnect

from

spark
procedure
appear,

contact

fuel

filter.

Check

Check

repair.

dealer.

clogging

ignitiontoOFF

Install

clean
usual

continues

to

plug.

Dis-

plug

and

re-

wire

and

cowl,

being

plug

hole.

and

check

replace

spark

your

dealer.

Change

filter

condition

and

the

cleanliness

8. Engine compression

Engine will not turn
manually

1. Seized engine In

34 _

Running

withalean

excessive

engine

case

of a

wear

seized

compression.Ifthis
dealeratonce.

the

dealer.

fuel

mixture

resultinginpoor

occurs,

engine

may

contact

contact

produce

engine

your

your

SYMPTOMS

POSSIBLE

CAUSES

WHATTODO

Engine lacks accelera- 1. Fouled or defective spark
tion or power plug

2.

Clogged fuel line (water or
dirt)

3. Carburetors

4. Ignition

5. Engaged decompressor

(Citation 3500only)

6. Engine

Engine continually 1.
backfires

Faulty spark plug

2. Overheating

3. Engine timing incorrectly set

Snowmobile cannot 1. Drive Belt
reach full speed

2. Incorrect track adjustment

Check

item

3 of

"Engine

turns

over

but

item

turns

seems

over

your

drive

fails

4 of

"En-

over

difficulty".

faulty,

contact

but

fails

dealer.

belt.

Readjust

Ssenonl

but

to

Re-

to

startorstarts

Check
gine

turns

with

difficulty"!.
Contact
First

check
fails

to

If

the

contact
Check

unabletolocate

If
your

dealer.
Check

startorstarts

.

Carburetor
Contact
Check

placeifnecessary.
Check

to

specifications.

with

fuel

line

condition.

over

but

your

dealer.

item

3 of
or

start

ignition

system

your

dealer.

decompressor

specific

item

3of

"Engine

with

set

too

lean.

your

dealer.

for

damagedorworn

track

tension

ISee

difficulty"

ISee

failstostartorstarts

"Engine

starts

with

still

position.

symptoms,

turns

difficulty".

Contact

and

alignment.

Maintenance

Engine

3.

4. Pulley misaligned

Check
arionorpower.".

Contact

_____________

item

your

1 to 5 of

dealer.

"Engine

lacks

acceler-

35

TOOLS,

As standard equipment each new
snowmobile is supplied
tool kit such as screwdriver, wrenches,
emergency starter rope, etc...

with

a basic

Standard Tools

A

C==

__

J

---~----,ill

B

c

E

n

: j

I·

,I

U

D

_

F

A. Screwdriver

B. Socket
C. Socket 10/13 mm

D. Socket handle

E. Angular wrench 10/13 mm
F. Starter rope
G. Emergency starting clip (Citation 3500)
H. Emergency starter rope handle

36 _

21/26

mm

SPECIFICATIONS _

CITATION 3500

ENGINE

Type

No. of cylinders
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
(corrected)
Maximum R.P.M.
Carburetor type
Carburetor adjustment:

air screw
idle speed

Torque:

engine head nuts 22
crankcase nuts 22 N.m (16 tt-lbs)

magneto ring nut

- fan nut

- crankcase engine 22 N.m (16 ft-lbsl 38 N.m (27 ft-lbs)
support nuts

- exhaust manifold bolts

CHASSIS

Overall length 249 cm (98") 289 cm (114")
Overall width 92.7 cm (36
Overall height 100.3 cm
Ski stance
(center to center)
Ski alignment (toe out)

Torque:

- steering arm/ski leg 60 N·m (45 ft-lbsl 60 N-m (45
bolt

- steering

Dry weight 156.5 kg (345 lbs)

handlebar

column/

Bearing area

Ground pressure

POWER TRAIN

Track:

width

- length
tension
alignment

Standard gear ratio
Drive belt:

- number
Max. width

- Min. width

Chaincase oil

277

1
72 mm (2.83")
66 mm (2.60")

268.7 cm

3

6.7:1
7500

VM 34

112 turn

1

1100-1300RPM

N.m

(16.4 in

(16 ft-lbs)

3

)

85 N.m (62 ft-lbsl

22 N.m (16 ft-lbs) 22 N.m (16ft-lbs)

112") 96.5 cm (38")

3.0 mm

(391/2")

1/4")

(1/8")

82 cm (32

26 N·m (19 ft-lbs)

2

5838 cm

(905 in

2

)

2.62 kPa (.381 PSI)

38.1 cm (15")

269.2 cm (106")

13 mm

(1/2")

Equal distance between edges of track guides and slider shoes.

gap between slide shoe and bottom inside of track.

15/34 14/35

4143758 00

33.3 mm (1

30.1 mm (1
200 mL

5/16")

3/16")

(7 oz.)

SKANDIC

377

2
62 mm (2.44")
61 mm (2.40")

368.3 cm3(22.47 in

6.9:1
7500

VM 34

1/2 turn

1

1800-2000

22 N.m (16 ft-Ibs)

M6 9 N.m (6 ft-lbs)

M822

85 N.m (62 ft-lbsl
65 N.m (48 ft-lbs)

108 cm (42 112")

82 cm (32

3.0 mm

26 N.m (19 ft-Ibs)

188kg (416 lbs)

7579 cm2(1175in

2.44 kPa (.354 PSI)

38.1 em (15")
353 cm (139")

33.3 mm (1

30.1 mm (1
200 mL (7 oz.)

RPM

N.m (16 ft-lbsl

1/4")

(1/8")

ft-tbsl

4143758 00

5/16")
3/16")

3

)

2

)

_____________

.37

TYPE 277

TYPE 377

ELECTRICAL

Lighting system (output)
Bulb:

- headlamp

-

tail/stop

- speedometer
Spark plug:

- type
gap

Ignition timing:

- timing mark (B.T.D.C.)

- stroboscopic timing

FUEL

Gas type
Fuel tank capacity

Oil injection system (Citation 3500)

type

- tank capacity

Premixed fuel/oil (Skandic)

- type

- ratio

BRAKE

Type Disk

Lining minimum 3 mm

thickness

Control lever adjustment 13 mm

SI

- Imp.

U.S.

- SI
Imp.

- U.S.

Direct: 2.3 mm (.090") (19°) 2.31 (.090") (20°)

Indirect: 2.6 mm

(112") minimum distance from handlebar grip when fully applied.

5W (optional on some models)

(.102") (19°)

Regular leaded or unleaded

Bombardier snowmobile injection oil

Bombardier snowmobile injection oil

160 watts

60/60

5/21 W

N.G.K. BR8ES

.4 mm

6000 RPM

28.4 liters

6.25 gals

7.5 gals

2.55

90 oz.
86 oz.

50:1

W

(.016")

L

(118")

Bombardier Inc. reserves the

to; or improvements in its

tions

its products previously manufactured.

right

to make changes in design

product

without

imposing any obligation upon itselfto installthem on

38 _

and

specifications

and/or

to make addi-

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LIGHTING COIL (160W)

0AMPLIFIER

@ CHARGING COILS

@HEADLAMP

®LAMP
@TAILLAMP

G)FUSE (0.1 A)

(5W)

(60/60 W)

(5-21

W)

®IGNITION COIL
®EXTRA SPARK PLUG (TWIN CYLINDER MODELS)

BRAKE LIGHT

SWITCH

'0

COLOUR CODE

BK - BLACK

WHITE

WH ­RD - RED
BL - BLUE
YL - YELLOW

WARNING: Ensure all terminals
are properly crimped on the wires

•
and all connector housings are proper­ly fastened.

GN - GREEN

- GREY

GY

VI-

VIOLET

OR - ORANGE

-

BROWN

BR

51* METRIC

INFORMATION GUIDE _

DESCRIPTION

length
mass
liquid
temperature
pressure
torque
speed

PREFIX

kilo

centi

milli

BASE

UNIT

meter
kilogram
liter
celsius
kilopascal

Newton meter
kilometer per hour

UNITS

PREFIXES

SYMBOL

k one thousand
c one hundredth of a

m

MEANING VALUE

one thousandth of a

SYMBOL

m

kg

L

°C

kPa

N.m

km/h

1,000

0.01

0.001

*THE

INTERNATIONAL

ABREVIATES

"SI"INALL

SYSTEM OF UNITS (SYSTEME

LANGUAGES.

40 _

INTERNATIONAU

NOTES _

NOTES:..--- _

CHANGE OF ADDRESS
AND

OWNERSHIP _

Any change in address or ownership should be brought to the attention of the

out

manufacturer by completing and sending

ALL

NOTICE TO

NEW OWNERS: Make sure to receive the warranty registra-

the card supplied below.

tion card from the previous owner, at the time the ownership is transferred.
Also enclose a photocopy of this registration card when informing of a change

of ownership.

-----------------------------------------------------~

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

OLD ADDRESS:

NAME

NO

CITY

STATE/PROVINCE

NEW ADDRESS:

NO

CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP / POSTAL CODE

-----------------------------------------------------~

CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP

STREET

NAME

STREET

APT

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

APT

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

The ownership of this vehicle is transferred

FROM: _

NAME

NO

CITY

STREET

STATE/PROVINCE

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

APT.

TO:

NAME

NO

CITY

STREET

5TATE/PROVINCE

ZIP / POSTAL CODE

APT.

BOMBARDIER

ATT.:

VALCOURT, QUEBEC

CANADA,

WARRANTY

JOE

INC.

DEPARTMENT

2LO

BOMBARDIER

ATT.:
VALCOURT, QUEBEC
CANADA,

WARRANTY

JOE

INC.

DEPARTMENT

2LO