BOMBARDIER Escapade 1988, Stratos/E 1988 Operator's Manual

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operators

manual

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model

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purchase date warranty expiry date

To

be

completed

by dealer

at

time

of

sale

DEALER IMPRINT AREA

AFTER SALES SERVICE

The

following

are

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of

Bombardier Inc.

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(QUEBEC)

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of

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Inc.

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reserved ©

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Inc.

FOREWORD

__________________

_

The operator manual and the Snowmobile Safety Handbook have been prepared

to acquaint the owner/operator or passenger of a new snowmobile with the various vehicle controls, maintenance and safe operating instructions. Each

is

indispensable for the proper use

of

the

product, and should

be

kept with the ve-

hicle at all times. Should you have any questions pertain-

ing

to

the warranty and its apprication,

please consult the IJOften Asked Ques-

tion/' section of this manual/ or your authorized dealer.

This manual uses the following symbols.

..A..

WARNING: Identifies an instruc-

T tion which, if not followed, could

cause serious personal injuries including possibility of death.

'1IIF

CAUTION:

Denotes an instruc-

~

tion which, if not followed, could

severely damage vehicle components.

0

NOTE: Indicates supplementary

information needed to fully

com-

plete

an

instruction.

Although the mere reading

of

such information does not eliminate the hazard, your understanding

of

the information

will promote its correct use .

..A..

WARNING: The engines and the

T corresponding components iden-

tified

in

this manual should not be utilized on product(s) other than those mentioned

on

the

cover page

of

this

manual.

..A..

WARNING: Maintenance proce-

T

dures

and

tightening torques must

be

strictly adhered

to,

never attempt

re-

pairs

unless the appropriate tools are

available.

The information and components/system

contained

in

this manual are correct at time of publication. Bombardier Inc. however, maintains a policy of

continuous improvement

of

its prod-

ucts

with-out

imposing upon itself any

obligation

to

install them on products

previously manufactured. Bombardier

Inc.

reserves the right at any time to discontinue or change specifica tions, designs, features, models or equipment

without

incurring obligation.

The illustrations 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.

Most

specifications are given

in

both metric and customary units. Where prec1se

accuracy

is

not required, some con-

versions are rounded

to

even numbers

for easier

use.

A shop manual can

be

obtained for complete service, maintenance and repair information.

'1IIF

CAUTION:

Most

components of

~

this vehicle

are

built with parts

di-

mensioned

in

the metric system. Most

fasteners

are

metric and must not

be

replaced

by

customary fasteners

or

vice

versa. Mismatched

or

incorrect fasten-

ers could cause damage

to

the vehicle

or possible personal

injury.

SAFETY

MEASURES

__________________________

__

Observe

the

following

precautions:

• Throttle mechanism should

be

check-

ed

for free movement before starting

engine.

• Do not operate vehicle near snow making equipment.

• Engine should

be

running only when

belt guard and/or pulley guard

is

se-

cured

in

place.

• Never run the engine

without

drive belt installed. Running an unloaded engine can prove to

be

dangerous.

• Never run the engine when the track is

raised

off

the ground.

• It can

be

dangerous to run engine

with

the hood removed.

• Gasoline

is

flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Always manipulate

in

a well ventilated area. Do

not

smoke or allow open flames or

sparks

in

the vicinity.

If

gasoline fumes are noticed while driving, the cause should be determined and corrected without

delay.

• Maintain your vehicle

in

top mechan-

ical condition at

all

times.

• 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 parts is

inevitable.

• Your snowmobile

is

not

designed to

be

operated on public streets, road

or highways.

In

most States and

Prov-

inces, it

is

considered

an

illegal oper-

ation.

• 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 ac-

cessories

that

alter the basic vehicle

configuration.

• The snowmobile engine can

be

stop-

ped

by

activating the emergency cut-

out

switch, tether switch or

by

turn-

ing

off

the

key.

• Whenever the vehicle

is

parked outdoors, overnight or for a long period, it

is

suggested to protect it against

the inclemency

of

the weather with a

snowmobile cover.

•

Do

not lubricate throttle and/or brake

cables and housings.

• Only perform procedures

as

detailed

in

this manual. Unless otherwise spec-

ified, engine should

be

turned

OFF for all lubrication and maintenance procedures.

• Clean and check operation

of

the

headlight, taillight and brake light.

• These vehicles are designed for the driver only. No provisions have been made for a passenger.

• Should removal

of

a locking device

be

required when undergoing repairs/

disassembly, always replace

by

new

ones. Tighten fasteners

as

specified

in

the applicable Shop Manual.

PLEASE

READ

AND UNDERSTAND ALL

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS

IN

THIS

MANUAL AND

ON

THE VEHICLE

THIS

MANUAL

SHOULD

REMAIN

WITH

THE

VEHICLE

AT

THE

TIME

OF

RESALE

2

INDEX

______________________

_

THE

1988

**LIMITED

WARRANTY".

OFTEN

ASKED

QUESTIONS

.....

.

LISTING

OF

AREA

DISTRIBUTORS

.

HOW

TO

IDENTIFY

YOUR

SNOWMOBILE

CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS

Throttle lever, brake

lever,

ignition switch, headlamp dimmer switch, emergency

cut-out

switch, tether

cut-out

switch, rewind starter handle, primer, adjustable

handle, tachometer, electric fuel level gauge, injection

oil pilot lamp, high beam pilot heated grip tank hood

4

6

8

9

opening, seat belt, tool box, plug holders,

10

BREAK-IN

PERIOD

Engine and belt break-in, 10 hour-inspection, inspection check list .

15

FUEL &

OIL

Recommended recommended oil, oil injection system

17

PRE-START

CHECK

Check points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18

STARTING

PROCEDURE

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

18

LUBRICATION

Frequency, steering mechanism, drive slide chaincase oil level, oil injection system, driven pulley

....

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance belt guard removal, drive belt removal and installation, drive belt condition, new drive belt, brake condition, brake adjustment, spark plugs, battery, suspension condition, stopper strap condition, suspension adjustment, stopper strap, track condition, track tension and alignment, drive pulley, mechanism, steering adjustment, muffler attachments, engine head nuts, engine mount

nuts, carburetor adjustment, altitude kit, oil injection system, fan

belt, headlamp beam aiming, bulb general inspection

STORAGE

Track, suspension, skis, controls, chaincase, drive pulley/ engine and primer

lubrication, gas tank and carburetor, battery, chassis, general inspection, sus-

pension stopper strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

..........

.

PRE-SEASON

PREPARATION

Pre-season preparation chart

TROUBLE

SHOOTING

GUIDE ........................

.

TOOLS

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SPECIFICATIONS ... Sl

INFORMATION

GUIDE

.

WIRING

DIAGRAMS

20

24

38

42

43

45

46

48 50

3

THE

1988

SNOWMOBILE

LIMITED

WARRANTY

__________

_

1

-PERIOD

BOMBARDIER® INC.

as

manufacturer,

warrants

FROM THE

DATE

OF

DELIVERY

TO

THE FIRST CONSUMER, every

1988

BOMBARDIER snowmobile, sold as

NEW

AND

UNUSED, and predelivered

by

an authorized BOMBARDIER dealer

for

a period of:

• 12

consecutive

months.

2-

WHAT

BOMBARDIER

WILL

DO

BOMBARDIER

will

repair and/or replace,

at

its

option,

components

defective

in

material and/or

workmanship

(under normal use and service),

with

a genuine

BOMBARDIER

component

without

charge

for

parts or labour,

at

any authorized

BOMBARDIER 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 or proof

of

purchase received by

the

customer

from

the

selling

dealer

at

time

of

delivery.

4 -

WARRANTY

TRANSFER

This

warranty

is transferable

to

subsequent owner{s)

for

remainder

of

warranty

period

from

original date

of

delivery.

5 -

EXCLUSIONS

- ARE

NOT

WARRANTED

• Normal

wear

on all

items

such as,

but

not

limited to:

- drive belts - bulbs slider shoes runners on skis spark plugs

• Replacement parts and/or accessories

which

are

not

genuine BOMBARDIER

parts and/or accessories.

• Damage resulting

from

installation

of

parts

other

than

genuine BOMBARDIER

parts.

• Damage caused by failure

to

provide proper

maintenance

as detailed in

the

Operator's Manual. The labour, parts and lubricants

costs

of

all maintenance

services, including

tune-ups

and

adjustments

will

be charged

to

the

owner.

• Vehicles designed and/or used

for

racing purposes.

•

All

optional

accessories installed on the vehicle.

(The normal

warranty

policy

for

parts and accessories/

if

any, applies).

• Damage resulting

from

accident, fire or

other

casualty, misuse, abuse

or

ne-

glect.

• Damage resulting

from

operation

of

the

snowmobile

on surfaces

other

than

snow.

• Damage resulting

from

modification

to

the

snowmobile

not

approved in

writ-

ing by BOMBARDIER.

4

• 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

damage.

6-

BATTERY

WARRANTY:

• 12

consecutive

months.

(Pro-rated)

100%

warranty

coverage

will

start

on

the

date

the

snowmobile

was

delivered

and run

to

the

following

April

30th.

The remainder

of

the

12

month-period

will

be pro-rated as

follows:

-

50%

from

April

30th

to

December

1st.

-

40%

from

December

1st

to

December

31st.

30%

from

January

1st

to

end

of

warranty.

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

to

province.

Where

applicable

this

warranty

is

expressly

in

lieu

of

all

other

expressed

or

im-

plied

warranties

of

BOMBARDIER,

its

distributors

and

the

selling

dealer,

including

any

warranty

of

merchantability

or

fitness

for

any

particular

purpose;

otherwise

the

implied

warranty

is

limited

to

the

duration

of

this

warranty.

However,

some

states

or

provinces

do

not

allow

limitations

on

how

long

an

implied

warranty

lasts,

so

the

above

limitation

may

not

apply.

Neither

the

distributor,

the

selling

dealer,

nor

any

other

person

has

been

authorized

to

make

any

affirmation,

representation

or

warranty

other

than

those

contained

in

this

warranty,

and

if

made,

such

affirmation,

represen-

tation

or

warranty

shall

not

be

enforceable

against

BOMBARDIER

or

any

other

person.

Some

states

or

provinces

do

not

allow

the

exclusion

or

limitation

of

in-

cidental

or

consequential

damages,

so

the

above

limitation

or

exclusion

may

not

apply.

BOMBARDIER

INC.

reserves

the

right

to

modify

its

warranty

policy

at

any

time,

being

understood

that

such

modification

will

not

alter

the

wa_r-

ranty

conditions

applicable

to

vehicles

sold

while

the

above

warranty

is

in

effect.

8-

CONSUMER

ASSISTANCE

If

a servicing problem

or

other

difficulty

occurs,

we

suggest

the

following:

1.

Try

to

solve

the

problem

at

the

dealership

with

the

Service Manager

or

Owner.

2.

If

this

fails,

contact

your

area

distributor

listed in

the

Operator's

Manual.

3. Then

if

your

grievance still remains unsolved, you

may

write

to

us:

Bombardier Inc. Service

Department Recreational Products Division Valcourt

(Quebecl, Canada

JOE

2LO

September

1986 Bombardier Inc. Valcourt

(Quebec), Canada

JOE

2LO

®*Trademarks

of

Bombardier Inc.

5

OFTEN

ASKED

QUESTIONS

________________________

__

0.:

Why must my snowmobile

be

registered at the factory? After all I do have my

original invoice

as

proof

of

when I purchased my snowmobile.

A:

Your

warranty is valid

at

any authorized dealer

of

the product.

Your

registration

is the key element in providing the servicing dealer

with

the necessary data to

complete warranty claim forms. This information is also used to

notify

owners

in the event

of

a recall.

0.:

Who

should send the registration card to Bombardier Inc.?

A:

The

dealer. However;

it

is

important

that the

customer

make sure

that

it

has

been sent.

The

company

might

contact

you

should

your vehicle be recalled

or

in case

of

a particular warranty campaign.

0:

I bought my snowmobile

in

0'

King County but I snowmobile

in

Washington Coun-

ty.

Can

the dealer

in

Washington County accept

to

perform warranty work on my

snowmobile?

A:

Yes,

any authorized dealer in North America can perform warranty repairs,

providing the customer warranty registration card is presented.

0:

Where can I find information on the lubrication and maintenance of my snow-

mobile?

A:

In this Operator Manual provided

with

the vehicle

at

the time

of

delivery

0:

Will the entire warranty

be

void or cancelled, if I do not or maintain my

new snowmobile exactly

as

in

the Operator's Manual?

A:

The

~arranty

of

the

new

snowmobile

cannot

be "Voided//

or

f/Cancelled'~

However;

if

a particular failure is caused

by

operation

or

maintenance other than

is shown in the Operator Manual, THAT failure may

not

be covered under war-

ranty This includes service work

performed

by

the customer; especially the

critical adjustments to ignition, timing, carburation

and

oil injection/or oil mixture.

0:

Would you give some examples

of

abnormal use or strain,

or abuse?

A:

These

terms

are

general

and

overlap each other in

areas.

Some specific exam-

ples

may

include: running the machine

out

of

oil, chain failure caused

by

a

Jack

of

lubrication, operating the machine with a broken

or

damaged

part

which

causes another

part

to fail,

and

so

on.

If

you have any specific questions on

operation

or

maintenance, please

contact

your authorized dealer

for

advice.

0:

What

costs are my responsibility during the warranty period?

6

A:

The

customer's responsibility includes all costs

of

normal

maintenance ser-

vices, non-warranty repairs, accidents

and

collision damage, as well as oils,

and

spark plugs,

and

incidental

or

costs as explained

in the warranty

0:

Are

"Genuine"

Bombardier

,...1"'\...,

..

,..,,..,.,..,

.....

~"'"'

parts used

in

warranty covered

by

warranty?

A:

Yes.

When installed

by

an authorized deale0 any

JFGenuine"

Bombardier

part

used in warranty repairs assumes the remaining warranty

that

exists on the

machine.

0:

If I sell my snowmobile within the warranty period, will the new owner qualify

for the balance

of

the warranty?

A:

Yes,

provided the

unit

has already been registered with the manufacturer.

Note that the change

of

ownership card in this

manual

should be

completed

and

sent to Bombardier Inc.

0:

How can I receive the best owner assistance?

A:

The

satisfaction

and

goodwill

of

the owners

of

Bombardier products are

of

primary concern to your authorized dealer

and

Bombardier Inc. Normally, any

problems that arise in connection with the sales transaction

or

the operation

of

your snowmobile will be handled

by

your Dealers Sales

or

Service

It

is

recognized, however, that despite the best intentions

of

everyone concerned,

misunderstandings

will

sometimes occur.

If

you have a problem

that

has

not

been handled to your satisfaction through

normal

channels/ we suggest

that

you discuss your problem with a member

of

dealership management. Frequently,

complaints are the result

of

a breakdown in communications

and

can quickly

be resolved by a

member

of

the dealership management.

If

the problem already

has been reviewed

with

the Sales Manager

or

Service Manager,

contact

the

Dealer

himself

or

the General Manager.

7

LISTING

OF AREA

DISTRIBUTORS

________________________

_

CANADIAN

DISTRIBUTORS

Quebec Branch 1350, Nobel Boucherville (Quebec)

J4B

1A1

(514) 655-6121

Province of Quebec

Ontario Branch 230, Drive Barrie L4N

4Y8

(705)

728-8600

Province of Ontario

Technical office P.O.

Box

7060

Riverview (New Brunswick)

E1B

1VO

(506) 386-6117

Atlantic Region

BROOKS EQUIPMENT LIMITED

1616, King Edward Street

P.O.

Box

985

Winnipeg (Manitoba)

R3C

2V8

(204)

633-724

7

British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Yukon

CHARLES

R.

BELL

LIMITED Riverside Drive P.O.

Box

1050

Corner Brook (Newfoundland} A2H

6J3

(709)

634-3533

Newfoudland, Labrador

HUDSON'S

BAY

CO.

LTD.

165, Hymus Blvd Pointe-Claire (Quebec) H9R 1G2 (514)

630-5279

North-West Territories, Franklin District &

Keewatin

8

AMERICAN

DISTRIBUTORS

BOMBARDIER CORPORATION

All States (excluding Alaskal

SERVICE

OFFICES

-

East Main Street Road Malone,

New

York

12953

(518) 483-4411

Technical

office

(506) 386-6117

Eastern Region

4505,

West

Superior Street

P.O.

Box 16106

Duluth, Minnesota 55816-0106

(218)

628-2881

East-Central, Central Region

P.O.

Box

1569

Idaho Falls, Idaho

83403

(208)

529-9510

Western Region

NATIONAL SALES

OFFICE

0'

Hare Lake Plaza

2350,

Devon Avenue

Suite 150

Des Plaines, Illinois 60018 (312)

298-9540

MILLER EQUIPMENT

AND

RECREATIONAL CENTER 1049,

Whitney

Road

Anchorage, Alaska

99501

(907)

274-9513

Alaska

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 num-

bers for warranty purposes or

to

trace your snowmobile

in

the event

of

theft.

Vehicle serial number

A019000001

Vehicle serial

number

meaning:

0000

00000

.----

Model no

Vehicle no

A000000013

A009005002

1988

Stratos and Escapade have

3629

and

3628

as

model number respec-

tively.

0

NOTE: We strongly recommend

that

you take note

of

all the serial numbers

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

help

in

the event your snowmobile

is

stolen.

9

CONTROLS/

INSTRUMENTS

______________________

_

D

8

0

Q

A019007002

A)

Throttle lever

8 J Brake lever

C)

Ignition switch

D)

Head/amp

dimmer

switch

EJ

Emergency

cut-out

switch

F) Tether

cut

-out switch

G)

Rewind starter handle

H) Primer

!)

Adjustable steering handle

A)

Throttle

Lever

Located on the right side

of

handlebar. When compressed, it controls the engine speed and the engagement

of

the transmission. When released, engine speed returns automatically to idle.

10

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p

J)

Speedometer

K)

Tachometer

L)

Electric fuel level gauge

MJ

High beam p1/ot lamp (blue)

N)

Injection o!l level

pilot

lamp

(red)

0)

Heated grip switch

P)

Tank

cap

0)

Hood

opening

8)

Brake

Lever

Located on the left side

of

handlebar.

When compressed, the brake

is

applied. When 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

its snow coverage.

C)

Ignition

Switch

The lights are automatically

ON

when-

ever the engine

is

running.

Manual

Starting

OFF

A002007002

Key

operated, 3 position switch.

To

start

the engine, first turn the

key

to

ON

posi-

tion.

To

stop the turn the

key

to

OFF

position.

The 3rd position

is

unused.

Electric

Starting

A002007002

Key,

operated, 3 position switch.

To

start

engine, turn

key

to

START

position and

hold. Return

key

to

ON

position immedi-

ately when engine has started.

To

stop

engine, turn

key

to

OFF

position.

'1111F

CAUTION: Holding key

in

START

T position when engine

has

started

could damage starter mechanism.

D)

Head

lamp

Dimmer

Switch

The dimmer switch allows correct selection

of

headlamp beam.

To

obtain high

or low beam simply flick switch.

A008006003

E)

Emergency Cut-Out

Switch

To

stop the engine

in

an

emergency, push

the button to the lower

off

position and

simultaneously apply the

brakes.

To

start

engine, button must

be

at the upper on

position.

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+OFF

Lower position

to stop engine

The driver

of

this vehicle should famil-

iarize himself

with

the function

of

this

device

by

using it several times on first outing. Thereby being mentally prepared for emergency situations requiring its use .

.A.

WARNING: For safety reasons/

T the emergency cut-out switch

is easily accessible; be careful not to operate it inadvertently.

11

..A. WARNING: If the switch has been

T used

in

an emergency situation

the source

of

malfunction should be determined and corrected before restarting engine.

f)

Tether

Cut-Out

Switch

Attach tether cord to wrist or other convenient location

of

the driver's clothing. Snap tether cut-out cap over receptacle before starting

If emergency engine

"shut

off"

is

required, completely pull cap from safety switch and engine power will

be

auto-

matically shut

''off''.

0

NOTE: The cap must be installed

on the safety switch at all times

in

order to operate the vehicle.

..A. WARNING: If the switch

is

used

T

in

an emergency situation the

source of malfunction should

be

determined and corrected before restarting engine.

G)

Rewind

Starter

Handle

Auto rewind type located on right hand side

of

vehicle.

To

engage mechanism,

pull handle.

H)

Primer

Pull and push button (2-3 times) to activate primer. The primer should always be

used for cold engine starts. When

engine

is

warm however, it

is

not neces-

sary to use primer when starting.

I)

Adjustable Steering Handle

Remove steering pad.

Loosen the four (4} retaining screws. Adjust the handle to the desired position.

..A. WARNING: Do not adjust too high T

as

the brake lever may contact

the windshield

when

turning.

Lock the handle

in

by tightening the four (4) retaining screws to

26

N•m

(19

lbf•ft).

Reinstall steering pad.

J)

Speedometer

The

is

linked directly to the drive axle. Direct-reading dial indicates the speed

of

the vehicle. Odometer re-

cords the total distance travelled

in

kilo-

meters.

K)

Tachometer

The tachometer registers the impulses of magneto. Direct-reading dial indicates

the number

of

revolutions per minute

(RPM)

of

the engine.

,.,

CAUTION: The tachometer

is

pro-

T protected

by a fuse,

if tachometer

stops operating, check fuse condition

and if necessary replace. The fuse

is

0.1

amp. Do not use a higher rated

fuse

as

this can cause severe damage

to

the tachometer.

L)

Electric Fuel Level

Gauge

The electric fuel gauge

is

located

in

the dashboard and allows driver to observe the fuel level while riding the snowmo-

bile.

M)

High

Beam

Pilot

Lamp

(Blue)

Lights up when headlamp

is

on

high

beam.

N)

Injection

Oil Level

Pilot

Lamp

(Red)

Will light up when injection oil level

is

low. Check level and replenish

as

soon

as

possible .

,.,

CAUTION: Do not

run

engine un-

T til it

is

out

of

oil.

Serious engine

damage will occur.

12

--------------

Whenever brake lever

is

compressed, oil

level pilot lamp should light

up.

If not,

replace lamp.

0)

Heated

Grip

Switch

The 3 position toggle switch

is

located

in

dashboard underneath pilot lamps.

Select the desired position to

keep

hands

at a comfortable temperature.

OFF

WARM

HOT

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P)

Tank

Cap

Unscrew to fill up tank then fully tighten.

+

WARNING: Remove fuel tank cap

slowly. Fuel

may

be under pres-

sure and spray

may

cause fire and in-

juries.

+

WARNING: Never use a lit match or open flame

to

check fuel level.

Q)

Hood

Opening

Pull

down the latches to unlock the hood

from the anchors.

0

NOTE: Always lift hood gently up

until stopped

by

restraining device.

+

WARNING: It

is

dangerous

to

run

an engine with the hood opened,

unfastened or removed.

Seat

Belt

Escapade only

Located on middle

of

seat. Provide a

grip for the rear passenger.

Tool

Box

Located under the hood.

To

gain access, tilt hood. Ideal location for spare spark plugs, rope, first aid kit, flashlight, etc.

Spark

Plug

Holder

To

keep spark plugs dry and prevent shocks that might affect the adjustment or break them, a holder

is

provided

in

the inside

of

the tool box cover.

Fully tighten them into the holder.

Spark plug holder

Tool box

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---------------------------

13

Fuse

Holders

Starter

(electric

starting)

Starting system

is

protected with a

30

amperes rated fuse.

Fuse

holder

is

lo-

cated near the starter. If starter does not

operate, check fuse condition and if necessary replace.

Electric starter

Fuse holder

A019007031

14

----------------------------

Tachometer

The tachometer

is

protected with

0.1

ampere rated fuse.

Fuse

holder

is

locat-

ed

under the hood behind the tachometer. If it stops operating, check fuse condition and replace if necessary.

Fuse holder

Tachometer

A019007032

Accessories

Some optionnal accessories might

be

added to your vehicle such

as

speedomenter, tachometer, hitch, electric starter etc., if not standard

on

your vehicle. Ask your authirized dealer for more information.

BREAK-IN PERIOD

______

_

Engine

With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile engines, a break-in period

is

required be-

fore running the vehicle at full throttle.

Engine's manufacturer

recomme~datio_n

is

10

to

15

operating hours. Dunng

th1s

period, maximum throttle should not

~x

ceed

3/4

1

however, brief full acceleration and speed variations contribute to a good break-in. Continued wide open throttle accelerations, prolonged cruising and lugging

are

detrimental

during the break-in period.

0

NOTE:

To

assure additional pro-

tection during the initial engine

break-in,

500 ml

(18

imp.

oz)

of

BLIZ-

ZARD OIL

{P/N

496

0135 00) or the

same quantity

of

BOMBARDIER injec-

tion oil should

be

added to gas for the

first full gas tank filling .

.,.,.

CAUTION:

Remove and clean

T spark plugs after engine break-in.

Belt

A new drive belt requires a break-in pe-

riod

of

25

km

(15 miles).

1

0-Hour

Inspection

As with any precision piece of mechanical

equipment, we suggest that after the

first

10 hours

of

operation or

30

days after the purchase/ whichever comes first, your vehicle

be

checked

by

yo~r

authorized dealer. This inspection

w1ll

give you the opportunity

to

discuss the unanswered questions you may have encountered during the first hours

of

operation.

The

10

hour inspection is

at

the ex-

pense of the vehicle owner.

--------------------------

15

10-HOUR

INSPECTION

SHECKLIST

t!

Engine

timing

Fan

belt

tension

Spark plugs

condition:

(Remove and clean)

Carburetor

adjustment

Oil

injection

pump

adjustment

Engine head

nuts

Drive pulley

screw

torque

Engine

mount

nuts

Muffler

attachment Chaincase oil level Injection

system

oil level

Brake operation and lining

condition

Ski

alignment

(runner

condition)

Handlebar bolts, retorque

to

26

N•m

(19

lbf•ft)

Pulley

alignment

and drive

belt

condition

Track

condition,

tension

and

alignment Lubrication (steering, suspension, drive axle/ etc.) Electrical

wiring

(loose

connections,

stripped wires, damaged in-

sulation),

tighten

all loose bolts,

nuts

and linkage

Operation

of

lighting

system

(HI/LO beam, brake light, etc.),

test

operation

of

emergency

cut-out

switch

and

tether

switch

Battery

electrolyte

level (electric

starting)

We

recommend

that

you

have

your

dealer

sign

this

inspection

list.

Date

of

1

hour

inspection

Dealer signature

16

--------------

FUEL&

OIL

_________

_

Recommended

Fuel

Use

regular leaded or unleaded gasoline

available from

all

service stations.

...._WARNING:

Removefueltankcap

T slowly. Fuel

may

be under pres-

sure and spray

may

cause fire and in-

juries.

...._WARNING:

Gasoline is flammable

T and explosive under certain con-

ditions.

Always

manipulate in a well

ventilated area. Do

not

smoke or allow

open flames or sparks in

the

vicinity.

,.,

CAUTION: Never experiment

with

T other fuels or fuel ratios. The use

of

gasoline containing alcohol such as

methanol, ethanol

(commonly

called

gasohol) or similar

products

including

naphta is

not

recommanded. The use

of

gasoline

containing

alcohol can re-

sult

in vehicle

performance

deteriora-

tion and damage

to

critical parts in the

fuel

system

and engine

components.

.....

WARNING: Never

"top

up"

the

T gas

tank

before placing

the

vehi-

cle in a

warm

area.

At

certain temper-

atures, gasoline

will

expand and over-

flow.

Always

wipe

off

any gasoline

spillage

from

the

snowmobile.

Recommended

Oil

Use

"Bombardier Snowmobile Injection

Oil"

(PIN

496

0133

00-

1 liter) availa-

ble from the dealer. This type of oil will

flow

at temperatures

as

low

as

minus

40°C

(-40°

F).

If "Bombardier Snowmobile Injection Oil"

is

unavailable, substitute with

BLIZ-

ZARD

OIL.

(P/N

496

0135

00-

500 ml).

,.,

CAUTION: Never use outboard

T or

straight

mineral

oil~.

Oil

Injection

System

Always maintain a sufficient amount

of

Bombardier Snowmobile injection oil

in

the injection oil tank.

A019002003

Oil

injection

reservoir

,.,

CAUTION:

Check

level and refill

T every

time

you refuel. Do

not

overfill.

0

NOTE:

To

assure additional pro-

tection during the initial engine

break-in,

500

ml

{18

imp.

oz)

of BUZ-

ZARD OIL or the same quality of BOM-

BARDIER

injection oil should

be

added

to gas for the

first

full gas tank filling.

17

PRE-START CHECK

______

_

Check

Points

•

ACTIVATE

THE

THROTTLE CONTROL

LEVER

SEVERAL

Tl M ES

to check that

it easily and smoothly. The

throttle control lever

must

return to

idle position

when

released.

• Check

that

the skis and the track are

not frozen to the ground or snow sur-

face and that steering operates

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

STARTING

• Check injection oil level.

• Check fuel level.

•

that

the path ahead

of

the ve-

hicle clear

of

bystanders and ob-

stacles.

• Clean and check operation

of

the

headlight/ and brake light.

+

WARNING: Only start the snowmobile once

all

components are

checked and functioning properly.

PROCEDURE

__________________________

_

TEST THROTTLE CONTROL

LEVER

OP-

ERATION.

Check that the emergency cut-out switch is

in

the

ON

position.

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tON

~

Ensure the tether

cut-out

cap

is

in

posi-

tion and that the cord

is

attached to the

clothing. Activate the primer (2 or 3 times).

0

NOTE: The use

of

the

is

not

necessary

when

the engine

is

warm.

18

----------------------------

Manual

Starting

Insert the key

in

the ignition and turn to

ON

position.

Grasp manual starter handle firmly and pull slowly until a resistance is felt then

pull vigorously. Slowly release the re-

wind

starter handle.

+

WARNING: Do not apply throttle

while starting.

Electric

Starting

,..,

CAUTION: Never operate your

T snowmobile with the battery re-

moved

or

disconnected. Since the bat-

tery reduces voltage fluctuations, op-

erating vehicle

without

battery might

cause instrument

or

bulb failure.

Turn ignition key clockwise until starter

engages.

,..,

CAUTION:

To

avoid starter over-

T heating, the

cranking

period

should

never exceed

30

seconds and a rest

period should

be

observed between the cranking cycles to let starter cool down.

Release

key

immediately when engine

has started. If engine does not start on

first

try,

key

must

be

turned fully back to

OFF

each time.

+

WARNING: Do not apply throttle while starting.

0

NOTE:

If for some reason the vehi-

cle cannot

be

started electrically,

place ignition

key

to

ON

position and

start manually.

Before

Riding

Check operation of the emergency cutout

switch and tether switch. Restart

engine.

+

WARNING: If engine does not

shut off when applying the emer-

gency cut-out switch and

or

when

pulling the tether cut-out

cap,

stop the

engine

by

turning

off

the ignition

key. Do not operate the vehicle further, see an

authorized 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 the emergency starter rope supplied with

the tool kit.

+

WARNING: Do not wind starting rope

around your hand. Hold

rope

by

the handle only.

+

WARNING: Do not start the vehicle

by

the drive pulley unless it

is

a true emergency situation. Have

the vehicle repaired as soon

as

pos-

sible.

Attach emergency rope to any available handle and to the starter clip supplied in the tool box. Wind the rope thightly around drive pulley.

0

NOTE:

The spark plug socket can

be used

as

an

emergency starter

grip.

Start

engine

as

per

usual

manual

starting.

+

WARNING:

When

starting the

vehicle

in

an

emergency situa

tion

by

the drive

pulley,

do not reinstall

the belt guard.

---------------------------

19

LUBRICATION

________

_

A000000007

Frequency

Routine maintenance

is

necessary for

all mechanized products, and the snowmobile

is

no exception. A weekly vehi-

cle

in

spection contributes to the life

span

of

the snowmobile.

It

is

recommended that the steering sys-

tem and suspension

be

lubricated mon-

thly 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.

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20

__________________________

__

0

NOTE: When lubricating grease fit-

tings, grease until grease appears

at joints. Always use

low

temperature

grease

(P/N

413 7061 00).

+

WARNING:

Only perform such

procedures as detailed

in

this

manual.

It is recommended

that

dealer assistance be periodically obtained on other

components/systems

not

cov-

ered

in

this manual. Unless otherwise specified, engine should be turned OFF for all lubrication and

maintenance

procedures.

+

WARNING:

Do

not lubricate throt-

tle and/or brake cables and hous-

ings.

Steering

Mechanism

Oil

ball joints and steering column bush-

ings.

The following lubrication points have

to

be performed on

LH

& R H sides:

Lubricate ski leg shaft from inside

of

hood.

Steering arm

It

A009006002

Unhook ski leg

boot

spring and raise

boot

to gain access.

Lubricate ski pivot and ski bushing.

A019006003

lower

- Reinstall

boot

and secure the spring.

- Coat stabilizer bar bushing with

grease.

RH

ski (inside

view)

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Drive

Axle

Lubricate

at

grease fitting using low

temperature grease.

-.r

CAUTION: When lubricating the

T drive axle bearing, do not apply

excessive grease

as

the seal will

be pushed out of its housing. Check seal position with finger.

---------------------------21

Slide Suspension

Lubricate the following parts at grease

fittings until grease appears at joints.

Use low temperature grease only. Front upper cross shaft.

A019005001

Front lower cross shaft.

A019005002

Rear

cross shaft.

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22---------------------------

Chaincase

Oil Level

Using the spark plug socket, remove the filler cap then using a rigid wire

as

a

"dipstick"

check oil level. The oil level

on the

~~dipstick"

should

be

50-65

mm

(2"

to 2

112'').

Refill

as

required using

Bombardier chaincase oil

(P/N

413 8019

00 -250

ml).

A009003011

0

NOTE: The chaincase oil capacity

is

approximately

200

ml

(7

oz).

Oil

Injection

System

Always maintain a sufficient

amount

of

Bombardier Snowmobile Injection

Oil

in

the injection oil tank.

A019002003

reservoir

,_.CAUTION:

Check

level

and

refill

T every time

you

refuel. Do not

overfill.

Driven

pulley

Remove pulley guard and slip

off

drive

belt. Open the driven pulley, (push and

twist

sliding half).

Thoroughly

clean

the

driven pulley

shaft. Apply a light film

of

low-temperature

grease on the shaft. Always wipe

off

surplus.

0

NOTE:

Activate the sliding half

sev-

eral times to distribute lubricant

over full length

of

shaft.

Be

careful that

lubricant does

not

on inner halves

of pulley.

---------------------------23

MAINTENANCE

______________

_

The following Maintenance Chart Indi-

cates regular servicing schedules to

be

performed

by

the owner or the servic-

ing dealer. If these services

are

perform-

ed

as

suggested, the snowmobile will

provide many years

of

use.

MAINTENANCE CHART

..A..

WARNING:

Only

perform

such

T procedures

as

detailed

in

this man-

ual. It is recommended

that

dealer as-

sistance be

periodically

obtained

on

other

components/systems

not

cov-

ered in

this

manual. Unless

otherwise

specified, engine should be turned

OFF

for

aU

lubrication and maintenance pro-

cedures.

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0

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0

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0.

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OOJ

OoM~

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0

NO!E:

The ten hour inspection

is

a very important part

of

proper service and

mamtenance.

24----------------------------

Belt

Guard

Removal

+

WARNING: Engine should

be

run-

ning only

when

belt guard

is

se-

cured

in

place.

1.

Tilt the hood.

2.

Pull

out

both retaining pins.

A019003002

Retaining pins

3.

Lift and remove the belt guard as-

sembly.

Drive

Belt

Removal

and

Installation

+

WARNING: Never start or

run

en-

gine without the drive belt in-

stalled. Running an unloaded engine

is

dangerous.

1.

Remove the belt guard.

2.

Unlock and

raise

driven pulley support.

1 o

Pull

hair pin

3°

Raise

driven

pulley support

A003003004

2°

Remove

clevis

3.

Open

the driven pulley

by

twisting and

pushing the sliding half. Hold

in

fully

open position.

4.

Slip slackened belt over the top

of the sliding half.

A004003008

5.

Slip the belt out from the drive pulley and remove completely from vehicle.

A004003009

To

install the drive belt, reverse the pro-

cedure, however

pay

attention to the fol-

lowing. The maximum drive belt life span

is

ob-

tained when the belt has the proper ro-

tation direction. Install it

so

the printed in-

formation

on

the belt can

be

read when

facing pulleys.

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A001003003

CORRECT

§aQM~AHRtER

~g~!~~R!ER

A

Identification

FACING

PULLEYS

Identification

FACING

PULLEYS

,.,.

CAUTION:

Do not force

or

use

T tools

to

pry the belt into placet

as

this could cut

or

break the cords

in

the

belt.

Drive Belt Condition

Inspect belt for fraying or abnormal wear (uneven wear, wear on one side, missing cogs, cracked fabric). If

abnormal wear

is

noted, probable cause

could

be

pulley misalignment, excessive

R.PM. with frozen track, fast starts without warm-up period, burred oil on belt or distorted spare belt. Contact an

authorized dealer.

26

__________________________

_

Check the drive belt width. If less than 32

mm

(1

1/4 in), replace the drive belt.

New

Drive

Belt

When installing a new drive belt, breakin

period of 25 km

(15

miles)

is

strongly

recommended.

0

NOTE: Always store a spare belt

in a manner

to

allow its natural

shape

to

be maintained.

Brake Condition

The brake mechanism on the

snowmo-

bile

is

an

essential device. Keep

this mechanism

in

proper working condi-

tion. Above

all,

do not operate the snow-

mobile without

an

effective brake system .

..A..

WARNING: Brake pads must

be

T replaced when fixed pad projects

only 1 mm

(1/32")

from caliper. Re-

placement must

be

performed by

an

authorized dealer.

Minimum

nrnJCif"'lrlnn

fixed pad:

A008003015

Brake

Adjustment

The brake mechanism

is

a self-adjusting

type. If a quicker brake response

is

desired, strongly the brake lever several will actuate the self adjusting mechanism.

Strongly squeeze

A008006002

After the adjustment, brake should apply fully

when

lever

is

approximatively

13

mm

( 112'

')

from handlebar grip. If

not, do

not

tamper

with

the brake, con-

tact

the dealer.

13

mm

(112ft)

approx.

A008006002

Spark

Plugs

Disconnect the spark plug wires and

re-

move the spark plugs. Check the condition

of

the plugs.

• A brownish tip reflects ideal conditions. Carburetor adjustments, spark

plug heat range, etc., are correct).

• A black insulator tip indicates fouling

caused

by:

carburetor idle speed mix-

ture and/or high speed mixture

too

rich, incorrect fuel mixture

ratio,

wrong

type of spark plug (heat range), or

ex-

cessive idling.

• A light grey insulator tip indicates a

lean mixture caused

by:

carburetor high speed mixture adjusted too lean, wrong spark plug heat range, incorrect fuel mixture

ratio,

or a leaking

seal

or gasket.

Overheated

(light grey}

A000004010

Normal

(brownish)

1lr

CAUTION: If spark

plug

condition

T

is

not ideal, contact your autho-

rized dealer.

Check spark plug gap using a wire feeler gauge it should

be

0.4 mm (.016").

Reinstall spark plugs and connect wires.

Battery

Electric

Starting

Check electrolyte level weekly. Electrolyte

level

must

be

at upper

level

line on

battery casing.

Maximum level I

1

Minimum level

1

i

111

A009004011

If necessary add distilled water.

connections must also

be

free of corro-

sion. If cleaning

is

necessary remove cor-

rosion using a stiff brush then clean with

a solution of baking soda and water.

Rin-

se

and dry well.

________________________

27

,.,.

CAUTION: Do not allow cleaning

T solution to enter battery. It will

destroy the chemical properties of the electrolyte.

After reconnecting battery, coat battery

terminals and connectors

with

petroleum jelly to prevent corrosion. Check that battery

is

well secured and that battery

vent tube

is

not kinked or blocked.

.A.

WARNING: Vent tube must be

T free and open. If not, it will re-

strict ventilation and create a gas accumulation

that

could result

in

an ex-

plosion. Avoid skin contact with elec-

trolyte.

,.,.

CAUTION:

Be careful

not

to

T ground positive terminal with the

chassis. Always disconnect black negative cable first.

,.,.

CAUTION: Prior

to

charging the

T battery, always remove

it

from the

vehicle to prevent electrolyte spillage.

0

NOTE: Always battery fully

charged.

(To

charge, refer to

"Bat-

tery/'

in

II

Storage" section).

.A.

WARNING: Gases given

off

by

a

T battery being charged are highly

explosive. Always charge

in

a well ventilated area. Keep battery away from cigarettes

or

open flames. Avoid skin

contact

with

electrolyte

Suspension

Condition

Visually inspect

all

suspension

components including slider shoes, springs, wheels, etc.

28---------------------------

0

NOTE:

During normal driving, snow

will act

as

a lubricant and coolant for the slider shoes. Extensive riding on ice or sanded snow, will create excessive

heat build-up and cause premature

slider shoe wear.

Stopper

Strap

Condition

Inspect strap for wear and cracks, bolt

and nut

for

tightness. If loose inspect

holes for deformation, replace

as

requir-

ed.

Torque nut to 10

N•m

{89 lbf•in).

Suspension

Adjustment

Front Suspension

The preload

of

front suspension shock

absorber spring can

be

adjusted

as

fol-

lows:

POSITION CONDITION

Lowest

Soft riding, smooth trail

Middle

Normal riding

Highest Hard surface

Unhook ski leg boot spring and raise boot to gain access.

To

adjust

use

special

key

supplied

in

the tool box and turn spring collar accordingly.

A019001001

Reinstall

boot

and secure the spring.

Rear

Suspension

ADJUSTER

BLOCKS &

SHOCK

ABSORBER SPRINGS

The rear

is

adjustable. The front adjuster blocks for surface condition, the rear shock absorber springs for driver's Use keys sup-

in

ADJUSTER

BLOCKS

Use this to adjust.

A019001002

When

the

front

blocks are at

the lowest elevation more

is

dis-

tributed on the skis.

blocks

A021005001

pos1t1on

the

weight

is

from the skis to the track.

0

NOTE:

For

deep snow condition or

hill climbing, it

is

recommended to

place the

front

adjuster blocks on the

lowest position and set strap to

the shortest position.

-.r

CAUTION:

Always

turn

the

left

'Y side adjuster blocks

in

a clock-

wise direction, the right side blocks

in

a counter-clockwise direction. Left and right adjuster blocks of each adjustment

must

always be set at

the

same

elevation.

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SHOCK

ABSORBER

SPRINGS

Use this

key

to adjust.

A019001001

The preload

of

shock absorber springs

can

be

adjusted

as

follows:

DRIVER'S WEIGHT

POSITION

kg (lb)

FROM UP

TO

Lowest

68

{150)

Middle

68

(150)

82

(180)

Highest

82

(180)

-

To

adjust, turn spring collar accordingly.

Surface condition

A019000002

STOPPER STRAP

The function of the suspension stopper strap

is

to control the transfer of vehicle

weight during acceleration.

30----------------------------

The longer the

belt

the more the weight

will

be

transferred to the track to provide

a better traction. The shorter the belt, the lesser the weight transferred to the track, thus maintaining a more positive

direction. Adjusting holes

on

the stopper allow to adjust it according to drivers' requirements, field and or snow conditions.

For

normal

use,

insert bolt through strap

holes

as

shown:

Torque to

10

N•m

(89 lbf•in)

A WARNING: Always torque the T nut to

10

N•m

(89

lbf•in).

Track

Condition

Lift the rear

of

the vehicle and support

it

off

the ground. With the engine

OFF,

rotate the track

by

hand, and inspect

condition. If worn or cut, or if track

fi-

bers

are

exposed, or if missing or defec-

tive inserts or guides

are

noted; contact

an

authorized dealer.

A WARNING: Do not operate a

T snowmobile with a cut, torn

or

damaged track.

Track Tension and

Alignment

Tension

Lift the rear

of

vehicle and support

with a mechanical stand. Allow the slide to extend normally

an

check gap half-way

of slider

shoe.

The gap should

be

13 mm

(

112'')

between the slider shoe and the

bottom inside

of

the track. If the track

tension

is

too loose, the track will have

a tendency

to

thump.

A019000002

13

mm

{1!2")

.,.,

CAUTION:

Too

much tension will

T result

in

power loss and exces-

sive stresses

on

suspension compo-

nents.

If necessary to adjust; loosen the rear idler wheel retaining screw and the ad-

bolt lock nut; then loosen or tight-

en

the bolts located

on

the inner

side of the

rear

idler wheels. If correct ten-

sion

is

unattainable,

contact

an

autho-

rized dealer.

0

NOTE: Track tension and align-

ment

are

inter-related. Do not ad-

just one

without

the other.

Alignment

Start the engine and accelerate slightly so

that

track turns slowly. Check

that

the track

is

well equal distance on both sides between edges of track guides and slider shoes.

A001005011

+

WARNING: Before checking track

alignment, ensure

that

the track

is

free of

all

particles which could be

thrown out while track

is

rotating. Keep

hands, tools,

feet

and clothing clear

of track. Ensure no-one

is

standing

in

close proximity

to

the vehicle.

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 farthest to the track insert

Guide

A001005011

Slider

shoes

Guide

Tighten lock nuts and the idler wheel retaining screws.

----------------------------31

A019005005

Restart engine, rotate track slowly and

recheck alignment.

Drive

Pulley

These vehicles are equipped

with

the TRA drive pulley {Total Range Adjustable). This pulley includes three (3) calibration screws that provide the opportu-

to perform minor adjustments to the

clutch

in

order to keep the engine at

it's

peak power R.PM., thereby maintaining

optimal vehicle The clutch

is

factory adjusted to position three (3) to provide the best performance under most riding conditions at sea

level. However certain conditions,

such

as

deep snow, high altitude, pull-

ing a load, etc. may allow the engine.

to

run below it's peak power R.PM. at

w1de

open throttle thus decreasing the vehicle

Should such conditions

encountered the calibration screws

can then be reset

to

allow the engine to

operate at

it's

peak power R.PM. (given

in

technical data

as

max.

HP

R.P.M.).

32

________________________

___

The adjustment may be set at any one of

six (6) positions, numbered from 1 to

6.

Note

that

for casting purposes nu-

meral one

(1)

appears

as

a dot. Each of

these positions provides

an

increase or

a decrease,

in

numerical order, of the en-

gine speed by approximately 200 R.PM.

Example:

(vehicle at sea level during full acceler-

ation

in

normal conditions).

ADJUSTMENT

ENGINE SPEED

SCREW

Position no 2

6800

R.P.M.

Position no 3

7000

R.P.M.

{standard position)

Position no 4

7200

R.P.M.

Positions

two

(2) and four (4) allow the

engine to run below or above

it's

pow-

er

Reducing vehicle performance.

0

NOTE:

One

must bear

in

mind that

the purpose

of

these calibration

screws

is

to

maintain the

R.P.M.

at

it's

peak power, a lower or upper

speed will actually result

in

less vehicle

performance. The

point

of

maximum power,

in

the

1988 Stratos/Escapade occurs at about

7000

R.P.M.

while the maximum per-

missible engine speed (red line)

is

7500

R.PM.

Adjustment

Procedure

To

change the calibration screw posi-

tion; back

off

its locking

nut

and chan-

ge the position

of

the calibration screw

head. The notch

on

the screw head must

be

aligned with the desired numeral po-

sition.

See

illustration.

~CAUTION;

Back

off

the calibra-

T tion screw locking nut only far

enough to allow a change

of

position

of the screw head.

Never

attempt

to

remove the locking nut or the calibra-

tion screw.

Make

sure the adjustment

is

set at the

same

position for

all

three

(3) screws.

+

WARNING: Always retorque lock-

ing nut to

10

N•m

(89

lbf•in).

+

WARNING: The drive pulley must

be

inspected and cleaned

by

an

authorized dealer at least annually.

0

A016003016

Steering

Mechanism

Inspect the steering mechanism for tightness

of

components {steering arms, tie rods, ball joints/ spring coupler bolts, etc.). If necessary, replace or retighten.

+

WARNING: 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")

when they

are

in

a straight-ahead

position.

To

check, measure the distance

between inner

ski

runner at the front then

at the

rear.

The front distance should

be

3

mm

(1/8")

more than the

rear.

IMPORTANT: Close the front

of

the skis manually to eliminate all slack from the steering mechanism.

3

mm

( 11s")

toe

out

between inner ski runners

A019006001

The illustration below showns a cross-

section

of

the skis and where to mea-

sure for toe-out adjustment.

~

'1'--c

Inner J

~

A001006006

runners

Measure di?tance

between mner

runners

If adjustment

is

required:

Loosen the lock nuts

of

the longest tie

rod.

Turn

the tie rod manually until the

skis

are

properly aligned. Firmly retight-

en

the lock nuts.

The handlebar should also

be

horizon-

tal 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.

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33

.A.

WARNING: The

maximum

ball

T

joint

external threaded length

not

engaged in

the

tie

rod end

must

not

exceed 17

mm

(43/64").

Torque

lock

nut

to

20

N•m

(15

lbf•ft).

{TYPICAL)

17

mm

(43/64")

max.

A019006006

.A.

WARNING: The ball

joint

socket

T

must

run parallel

with

the

steer-

ing arm. The socket must

be

restrained

when

tightening

the

tie rod end lock

nuts.

(TYPICAL)

Restrain

Tighten

34

________________________

_

Muffler

Attachment

The engine/exhaust system parts

are

vital

toward efficient muffler function. Check

all attachments and muffler ball joint. Replace the springs and/or tighten if nec-

essary.

,.,

CAUTION: Do not operate vehicle

T

with

muffler disconnected other-

wise serious engine damage will occur.

Engine

Head

Nuts

With the ENGINE

COLD,

check

that

the

engine head nuts are

tight

and equally

torqued

to

21

N•m

(15

lbf•ft).

Respect tightening sequence

as

follows:

IMPORTANT: The engine head nut tor-

que should be checked after the first 5 hours

of

operation.

Engine

Mount

Nuts

Check the engine

mount

nuts for tight-

ness. Torque

to

38

N • m

lbf•ft)

if

necessary.

Carburetor

Adjustment

,.,

CAUTION: Never operate

your

T

snowmobile

with

the

air intake

silencer disconnected. Serious engine

damage

will

occur

if

this

notice is dis-

regarded.

B

A

A002002009

A)

Air

Screw

Adjustment

Completely close the air screw (until

a slight seating resistance

is

felt} then

back

off

screw: 1 1/4 turn.

B)

Idle

Speed

Adjustment

Turn

the

idle

speed screw clockwise un-

til it contacts the throttle slide then continue turning

two

(2) additional turns. This will provide a preliminary idle speed setting. Start engine and allow it to warm then adjust idle speed to

1800-2000

R.PM.

by

turning idle speed screw clock-

wise or counter-clockwise.

,.,

CAUTION:

Make

sure both car-

T buretors start to operate simul-

taneously.

,.,

CAUTION: Do not attempt to set

T the idle speed

by

using the air

screw. Severe engine damage can oc-

cur.

If idle speed

is

unattainable con-

tact

the dealer.

High

altitude

kit

Snowmobiles used

in

high altitude areas

(1900 m

(4000

ft)

and up) are subject-

ed

to lose power, about

3°/o

per 4

70

m

(1000

ft)

of

elevation increase. The car-

buretor and power train

have

to

be

recalibrated to meet those particular requirements. Ask your authorized dealer for more information on high altitude kit availability.

Oil

Injection

System

Injection

Oil Filter

Condition

Inspect oil filter at least once a month. Insure that filter

is

not obstructed

by

for-

eign particles; if

so,

see

an

authorized

dealer.

A019003003

Oil filter

,.,

CAUTION:

An

obstructed injec-

T tion

oil

filter will cause

oil

starva-

tion resulting

in

serious

engine damage.

0

NOTE: After a storage period, it is

important that

an

authorized

dealer

replace the injection oil filter and

that the oil

flow

of

the injection pump

be

checked.

Injection

Pump

Adjustment

Proper oil injection pump adjustment

is

very important. Any delay

in

the open-

ing

of

the pump can result

in

serious en-

gine damage.

,.,

CAUTION: The carburetor must

T

be

adjusted before adjusting the

oil

injection

pump.

Make

sure

idle

speed

is

1800-2000

R.P.M.

To

check adjustment: eliminate the throt-

tle cable free-play

by

pressing the throt-

tle lever until a slight resistance

is

felt

then hold

in

place.

The aligning marks on

the pump casting and lever must align

perfectly. If not, contact

an

authorized

dealer.

--------------

35

0

NOTE: Injection

pump

should be

adjusted by an authorized dealer.

Fan

Belt

Inspect belt

for

cracks, uneven wear,

etc. Check fan belt tension a 9-10

mm

(3!8")

deflection should exist.

A009002019

If belt seems damaged or if tension is

incorrect,

contact

an authorized dealer

immediately.

+

WARNING: If fan protector

is

re-

moved, always reinstall after ser-

vicing.

36

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__

Headlamp

Beam

Aiming

The angle

of

the

been

pre-adjusted prior to

a readjustment

is

necessary, the

vehicle on a flat surface

381

em

(12'6")

from a wall

or

screen.

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

25

mm

( 1

11

)

below

horizontal line of head-

lamp height.

Headlamp horizontal

center

line

em

•

IJ

!0

£1

~

!,.381

em

112'6'~

I

k~~

A002004010

A002004007

25

mm

{1")

Below headlamp center

horizontal

line

25

mm

(1")

To

adjust, remove the four caps, turn upper or lower adjusting screws to obtain desired beam position.

____

Adjusting---....,

screw

Adjusting

__

__,

A007oa...o4-oo_2__

screw

Bulb

Replacement

If the headlamp bulb

is

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

,.,.

CAUTION: Never touch

gl?ss

por-

T tion of

an

halogen bulb

w1th

bare

fingers, it shortens it's operating life.

If by mistake glass

is

touched clean

it

with

a glass cleaner

that

will not

leave a film

on

the bulb.

A002004009

Retainer

clips

If taillight bulb

is

burnt, expose the bulb

by

removing the

red

plastic lens.

To

re-

move, unfasten the

two

(2) screws.

..A..

WARNING: Always check light

T operation after bulb replacement.

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. Inspect skis and ski runners for wear.

--------------------------37

STORAGE

____________________

_

It

is

during summer, or

when

a vehicle

is

not in use for any length

of

time

that

pro per storage

is

a necessity. Storage

of

the snowmobile during long periods

of

inactivity consists

of

checking and replacing missing, broken or worn parts, proper lubrication and treatment

to

in-

sure

that

parts

do

not

become rusted;

cleaning items such

as

carburetor, to prevent

gum

and varnish formation

wi-

thin 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: Only perform such

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. For all lubrication and maintenance procedures.

Track

Inspect the track for wear, cuts, missing track guides and broken rods. Make any necessary replacement.

+

WARNING:

Do

not operate a

snowmobile

with

a cut, torn or

damaged 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 does

not stay

in

contact with the cement floor

or bare ground.

0

NOTE: The track should be rotat-

ed

periodically/ (every

40

days).

Do

not

release track tension.

,.,

CAUTION: To prevent track dam-

T age, temperature

in

the

storage

area must not exceed

38°C

(100°F).

Suspension

Remove any dirt or rust. Lubricate sus-

pension. Wipe

off

surplus. Replace worn

slider shoes.

38

__________________________

_

Skis

Wash or brush all dirt

or

rust

accumulation from the skis. Lubricate steering system.

+

WARNING: Check the condition of the skis, ski runners and springs

Replace if

weak

or

worn more than

half.

Controls

Inspect all

components

for tightness/

(steering arm locking bolts, tie rods, ball

joints, etc.) Tighten if

Oil

mov-

ing joints

of

the brake

+

WARNING:

Do

not lubricate

the

throttle and/or brake cables and

housings. Avoid getting

oil

on

the brake

pads.

Coat

all

electrical connections and swit-

ches

with

a greaseless metal protector.

If unavailable, use petroleum jelly.

Chaincase

Drain the chaincase and refill to proper level, using fresh chaincase oil

(P/N

413

8019

00-250

ml).

To

drain/ remove the

chaincase cover.

0

NOTE: Chaincase oil capacity

is

about

200

ml (7 oz).

Drive

Pulley

Inspection and cleaning must

be

perform-

ed

by

an authorized dealer at the end

of

each season.

Engine

and

Primer

Lubrication

Engine internal parts

must

be lubricat-

ed

to protect them from possible rust

formation during the period.

To

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

1.

Lift the rear

of

the vehicle and sup-

port

it

off

the ground.

..A..

WARNING: Ensure the track

is

T free of

ails

particles which could

be

thrown out while it

is

rotating. Keep hands, tools, feet and clothing clear of track. Ensure no one

is

standing

in

close

prox_imity

to the vehicle.

2.

Start the engine and allow it to run at idle speed until the reaches

its operational

3.

Stop the engine.

4. Disconnect the inlet primer hose

from the primer valve.

A002002009

Inlet (Oblique

yng)

Outlet

hose

5.

Plug inlet primer hose

to

prevent

gasoline from draining.

6.

Using

an

appropriate hose, connect

one end

of

the hose to the inlet

of the primer valve and the other end in a Bombardier Snowmobile Injection

Oil

container.

7.

Activate the primer

in

order

to

fill it

with

oil.

8. Restart engine and run at idle.

9.

Using the primer

valve,

inject oil until the engine dies or until a sufficient quantity

of

oil has entered the engine (approximately 25 complete strokes of the primer).

10. The engine stopped, remove the spark plugs and pour approximately

85

ml (3 imp. oz.)

of

oil into the

cylinders.

11.

Crank the engine to allow the crankshaft to turn 2 or 3 revolutions.

12. Reinstall the spark plugs and the inlet primer hose.

Do not

run

engine during storage

pe-

riod.

Gas

Tank

and Carburetors

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

..A..

WARNING: Gasoline

is

flamma-

T ble and explosive under certain

conditions.

Always

manipulate

in

a well ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks

in

the vi-

cinity.

Carburetors must

be

dried out completely

to prevent

gum

formation during the

storage period. Once the fuel tank

is

emptied, remove the float chamber drain plug from carburetors. Drain carburetors.

A002002010

Plug

Reinstall plug.

Check

all

fuel lines, replace if necessary.

---------------------------39

Battery

(Electric

Starting)

1.

Disconnect the battery cables and

remove the battery retainer cover.

,.,

CAUTION:

Be careful

not

to

T ground positive terminal with the

chassis. Always disconnect black negative cable first.

A007004004

Red lead

Disconnect

black lead

first

2. Remove the battery vent tube from

the vent hole.

3. Lift

out

the battery.

4.

Clean

outside surface of battery with

solution

of

baking soda and water.

Remove

all

deposits from posts then

rinse

with

clear tap water.

,.,

CAUTION: Do not allow cleaning

T solution

to

enter battery interior

since it will destroy the electrolyte.

5. Check electrolyte

level.

Refill

if neces-

sary with distilled water. Fully charge

at a maximum rate of 2.0

A.

,.,

CAUTION: Prior

to

charging the

T battery, always remove it from

the vehicle to prevent electrolyte spillage.

.A.

WARNING: Gases given

off

by

a

T battery being charged are highly

explosive. Always charge

in

a well ventilated area. Keep battery away from cigarettes

or

open flames. Avoid skin

contact

with

electrolyte.

40

__________________________

__

6.

Coat electrical connections and switches

with

a greaseless metal pro-

tector, if unavailable, use petroleum

jelly.

7.

Store unit

in

a cool, dry place.

0

NOTE: To prevent battery from

discharging, store it on a wooden

shelf away from moisture. A stored bat-

tery must

be

at least every

40

Chassis

Clean the vehicle thoroughly, removing all dirt and grease accumulation.

,.,

CAUTION: Plastic alloy com po-

T nents such

as

fuel tank, wind-

shield, controls, etc., can

be

cleaned

using mild detergents

or

isopropyl alcohol. and a soft clean cloth. Never clean plastic parts

with

strong detergent, degreasing agent, paint thinners, acetone, etc

..

Do not apply isopropyl

alcohol directly

on

decals.

Inspect the hood and repair any dam-

age.

Clean the frame.

For

the unpainted

aluminum portion use only

"Aluminum

cleane('

and follow instructions on the

container.

Touch up all metal spots where paint

has been scratched off. Spray all metal parts with metal protector. Wax the hood

and the painted portion

of

the frame for

better protection.

0

NOTE: Apply wax on glossy finish

only. Protect the vehicle

with

a cover to prevent dust accumulation during

,.,

CAUTION:

If for some reason

T the snowmobile has to

be

stored

outside it

is

necessary to cover it with an opaque tarpaulin. This caution will prevent the sun rays and grime from affecting the plastic components and the vehicle finish.

General

Inspection

Check the electrical wiring and

compo-

nents, retighten loose connections. Check

for stripped wires or damaged insulation. Thoroughly inspect the vehicle and tight-

en loose bolts, nuts and linkage.

0

NOTE:

Leave

the drive belt

off

the

pulleys

for

the entire storage pe-

riod.

Suspension

Stopper

Strap

Replace annually and/or

as

stopper strap

condition dictates. Torque nut to

10

N•m

(89 lbf•in).

--------------------------41

PRE-SEASON PREPARATION

______________________

__

To

simplify the pre-season preparation

we have drawn up a small chart. The

chart indicates servicing points to be

performed you and your dealer. If

these services are

as

sug-

your vehicle will give many hours

PRE

..

SEASON

PREPARATION

CHART

Reinstall

battery

(electric starting).

Change spark plugs*.

Check chaincase oil level.

Replace fuel

filter

(located inside fuel tank).

Check

track

tension and alignment.

Lubricate suspension.

Inspect

drive

belt

and install.

IMPORTANT: Observe all

Warnings

and

Cautions

mentioned

throughout

this

manual

which

are pertinent

to

the

item being checked.

When

component

conditions

seem less

than

satisfacto-

ry,

replace

with

genuine Bombardier

parts

or

suitable

equivalents

.

TO

BE

PERFORMED

BY

DEALER

•

TO

BE

PERFORMED

BY

OWNER

0

0 0

0

Check steering alignment and ski runner condition. Inspect

condition

of

starting

rope.

0

Check

tightness

of

all bolts,

nuts

and linkage.

Refill gas tank.

0

Check

throttle

cable

for

free operation.

•

Check electrical

wiring.

0

Inspect

seals

for

possible

cuts

or

leaks.

Replace injection oil filter.

•

Refill injection oil

tank.

•

Inspect

brake

condition

and operation.

Set engine timing.

•

Check pulleys,

verify

components

and clean. Lubricate driven pulley.

•

Adjust

carburetors.

•

Adjust

oil injection pump.

•

0

*NOTE: Before installing

new

spark plugs, it

is

suggested to burn the excess

storage oil

by

starting the engine, using the old plugs.

T CAUTION: Only

perform

this

procedure in a

well

ventilated

area.

42----------------------------

TROUBLE

SHOOTING

__________________________

_

0

NOTE:

The possible causes have been listed

in

an

order

of

frequency. There-

fore, items should

be

checked

out

in

the same order

as

mentioned

in

the trouble

shooting guide.

SYMPTOMS

POSSIBLE

CAUSES

Engine

turns

over

but

1.

No

fuel

to

the

engine.

fails

to

start

or

starts

with

difficulty.

2. Flooded engine

3.

Spark

plug/ignition

4.

Clogged fuel line (water

or

dirt)

5.

Carburetor

6.

Too

much

oil in fuel

7. Engine

timing

8. Engine

compression

WHAT

TO

DO

Check the tank

level.

Check for pos-

sible

clogging of fuel line, item 4.

Remove

wet

spark plug, turn igni-

tion to

OFF

and crank engine sever-

al

times. Install clean dry spark plug.

Start engine following usual starting

If engine continues to

see your authorized dealer.

Check

that

emergency

cut-out

switch

is

at the upper position

{ON)

and the tether cut-out switch cap

is

snapped over the receptacle. Check for fouled or defective spark

plug. Disconnect spark wire,

unscrew and remove

cyl-

inder

Rt.:l,..;UIIIIt.:l,..;L

wire and ground exposed plug on engine cowl,

being careful to hold away

from spark plug hole.

Follow en-

procedure and check

spark.

no

appear, place spark plug. trouble persists, contact

your authorized dealer.

fuel filter

if

necessary.

Check

1...-u:

1u 1u and connections

of

fuel

lines.

Check the cleanliness

of

fuel

tank. Contact your authorized dealer for

repair. See

an authorized dealer for oil in-

jection pump adjustment. Engine timing may be incorrect or

out of adjustment.

Contact your au-

thorized dealer. Running

with

a lean fuel mixture

may produce excessive engine wear

in

poor engine compres-

sion.

If occurs, contact your au-

thorized dealer at once.

--------------------------43

SYMPTOMS

POSSIBLE

CAUSES

WHAT

TO

DO

Engine does not turn

1.

Seized engine·

In

the case

of

a seized

con-

manually.

tact

your authorized

Engine lacks

1.

Fouled or defective spark

Check item 3 of "Engine turns over

acceleration or power.

plug

but fails to start or starts

with

dif-

ficulty"

2.

Clogged fuel line

Check fuel line condition.

{See

item

(water

or dirt)

4 of

"Engine

turns over but fails to

start or starts

with

difficulty").

3. Carburetor

Contact your authorized dealer.

4.

Ignition

First check item 3

of

"Engine

turns

over but fails to start or starts

with

. If the ignition system still

seems

contact

your autho-

rized dealer.

5. Engine

If unable to

locate specific sym-

contact

your authorized

Engine continually

1.

Faulty spark plug

Check item 3 of "Engine turns over

backfires.

but fails to start or starts

with

dif-

ficulty"

2. Overheated

Carburetor set too lean, contact your authorized dealer.

3.

Engine timing incorrectly set

Contact your authorized dealer.

Snowmobile cannot

1.

Drive Belt

Check for damaged or worn drive

reach full speed.

belt. Replace if necessary.

2. Incorrect track adjustment

Check track tension and alignment. Readjust to

specrncanons

(See

Maintenance

3. Engine

Check item 1 to 5 of

II

Engine lacks

acceleration or

power''

4. Pulley misaligned

Contact your authorized dealer.

44----------------------------

TOOLS

______________________

__

As standard equipment each new snowmobile

is

supplied

with

basic tools such as screwdriver, wrenches, emergency starter rope, etc.

Standard

Tools

A

E

I

8

F

~

A001001016

A.

Screwdriver

G.

B.

Socket

10/13

mm

C.

Open end

wrench

10/13

mm

H.

D.

Socket

wrench

handle

I.

E.

Starter

rope

J.

F.

Socket

21/26

mm

c

D

H

Hexagonal

wrench

{adjuster blocks) Starter

grip

Shock

absorber spring

collar

adjustment

key

Emergency

starter

clip

--------------------------45

SPECIFICATIONS

_______

_

Stratos

Escapade

ENGINE

Type

503

No

of

cylinders

2

Bore

72

mm

(2.835")

Stroke

61

mm

(2.402")

Displacement

496.7

cm3

{30.27

in3)

Compression ratio (corrected}

6.2:1

Maximum

horsepower

R.P.M.*

7000

Carburetor

type

PTO:

VM

34-364

MAG:

VM

34-365

Carburetor

adjustment:

-air

screw

1 1/4

turn

idle speed

1800-2000

R.P.M.

Fan

belt

deflection

9-10

mm

(3/8")

Torque:

- engine head

nuts

21

N•m

(15

lbf•ftl

- crankcase

nuts

M6: 9 N•m

(80

lbf•in)

M8:

21

N•m

(15

lbf•ft)

magneto

ring

nut

M22:

85

N•m

163

lbf•ft)

- fan

nut

M16:

65

N•m

(48

lbf•ft)

- crankcase engine

support

nuts

M10:

38

N•m

(28

lbf•ft)

exhaust

manifold

bolts

M8:

21

N•m

(15

lbf•ftl

electrical

starter

bolts

M8:

21

N•m

(15

lbf•ft)

CHASSIS

Overall

length

276.9

em

(105")

280.9

em (111")

Overall

width

105.9

em (41.

7''}

Overall

height

124.9 em

(49.2")

Ski

stance

(center

to

center) 92.1 em

(32.25")

Ski

alignment

(toe out)

3

mm

(1/8"}

measured

between

inner runners

Torque:

steering

column/handlebar

26

N•m

(19

lbf•ft)

Weight

201.8 kg

(445 I b)**

217.7 kg

(480

lb)

Bearing area

7064

cm2

(1095 in2)

7594

em2 (1177 in2)

Ground pressure

2.86

kPa

(.406

lb/in2) ** *

2.87

kPa

(.408

lb/in2)

POWER

TRAIN

Track:

width

41.9 em (16

1/2")

-

length

290

em (114")

315 em

(124")

-tension

13

mm

(1/2")

gap

between

slider shoe and

bottom

inside

of

track.

-

alignment

Equal

distance

between

edges

of

track

guides and slider shoes.

Standard gear ratio

19/39

Drive belt:

number

414617500

- Max.

width

34.9

mm

(1

3/8")

Min.

width

31.7

mm

(1

1/4")

Chaincase oil

200

ml (7 oz)

"The

maximum

horse

power

RPM

is applicable

with

engine on the vehicle.

It

may

be

different

under

certain cir-

cumstances

and

Bombardier

Inc. reserves the

right

to

modify

it

without

any

obligation.

""STRATOS

E

Weight

214

kg

(4721b).

"""

Stratos

E Ground pressure

2.97

kPA (.431 lb/in

2

).

N.A.

not

applicable

46

__________________________

__

ELECTRICAL

Lighting

system

(output)

Bulb:

head lamp tail/stop

- speedometer

-

tachometer

-

electric

fuel level gauge

Fuse:

-

starter

solenoid

tachometer

Spark

plug: type gap

Ignition

timing:

timing

mark

(B.T.D.Cl

-

stroboscopic

timing

FUEL

Gas

type

Fuel

tank

capacity

Sl

Injection oil

Type

Imp.

u.s.

Tank

capacity

Sl

-Imp.

u.s.

BRAKE

Type Lining

minimum

thickness

Control

lever

adjustment

N.A.:

Not

applicable

HAL.: Halogen

Stratos

12 v

160

w

60/55

W HAL.

5/21

w

5W 5W

2W

30

A

.1

A

BR9ES

0.4

mm

(0.016")

2.29

mm

(.090")

6000

R.P.M.

Regular leaded

or

unleaded

28.6

liters

6.3

gals

7.6

gals

Bombardier

snowmobile

injection

oil

2.6

liters

92

oz

88

oz

Disc, self-adjusting

Escapade

Fixed pad

must

projects 1 mm

(

1/32")

min

from

caliper.

13

mm

(

1/2")

minimum

distance

from

handlebar grip

when

fully

applied.

Bombardier Inc. reserves the

right

to make changes in design

and

specifications and/or

to

make additions to,

or

improvements in

its

product

whithout

imposing any obligation upon

itself

to install them on its products previously

manufactured.

----------------------------47

SI*METRIC

INFORMATION

GUIDE

________

_

BASE

UNITS

DESCRIPTION

UNIT

SYMBOL

length

meter

m

mass

kilogram

force

Newton

liquid

liter

I

temperature

Celsius

oc

pressure

kilnnR<::r:R

kPa

torque

Newton

meter

N•m

kilometer

per

hour

km/h

PREFIXES

PREFIX

SYMBOL

MEANING

VALUE

kilo

k

one

thousand

1000

centi

c

one

hundredth

0.01

milli

m

one

thousandth

0.001

CONVERSION

FACTORS

TO

CONVERT

TOt

MULTIPLY BY

lbf•ft

lbf•in

12

imp.

oz

U.S. oz

0.96

imp.

gal.

U.S.

gal.

1

.2

in

mm

25.4

in

em

2.54

ft

m

0.3

MPH

km/h

1.

61

in2

cm2

6.45

in3

cm3

16.39

imp.

oz ml

28.41

U.S. oz ml

29.57

I

4.55

U.S.

gal. I

3.79

oz g

28.35

lb

kg

0.45

lbf

N

4.4

lbf•in

N•m

0.11

lbf•ft

N•m

1.36

lbf/in2

kPa

6.89

Fahrenheit Celsius

(°F-32)+1.8

Celsius

Fahrenheit

( ° C X 1.8) +

32

*The international system

of

units abbreviates /JSI"

in

all languages.

tTo

obtain the inverse sequence, divide by the given factor. To convert

"mm"

to

"in",

divide by

25.4.

48

__________________________

_

NOTES

____________________

__

_______________

49

WIRING

DIAGRAM

Stratos/Escapade

--------------

COLOUR

CODES

BK

-

BLACK

GN

GREEN

WH WHITE

GY

GREY

RD

RED

VI -

VIOLET

BL

BLUE

OR

-

ORANGE

YL

-

YELLOW

BR

-

BROWN

+

WARNING:

Ensure all terminals

are properly crimped on

the

wires and all connector housings are properly

fastened.

Manual

and

Electric

Starting

LOCATION

OF

CONNECTOR

HOUSINGS

(REFER

TO

DIAGRAM)

C-1:

ON

ENGINE

RIGHT

SIDE

C-2:

ON

ENGINE

RIGHT

SIDE

C-3:

ON

ENGINE

RIGHT

SIDE

C-4:

ON

ENGINE

RIGHT

SIDE

C-5:

ON

IGNITION SWITCH

C-6:

IN

CONSOLE,

LEFT

SIDE

C-7:

NEAR

STEERING

COLUMN

C-8:

NEAR

STEERING

COLUMN

C-9:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-10:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-11:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-12:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-13:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-14:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-15:

IN

HOOD,

NEAR

INSTRUMENT

LOCATION

C-16:

NEAR

INJECTION

OIL

RESERVOIR

C-17:

BETWEEN

SEAT

AND

FUEL

TANK

C-18:

ON

TAILLIGHT

C-19:

NEAR

VOLTAGE

REGULATOR

C-20:

BETWEEN

SEAT

AND

FUEL

TANK

C-21:

IN

CONSOLE,

LEFT

SIDE

50----------------------------

WIRING

DIAGRAM

Manual starting ________________________________________________________________________ ___

GENERATING COIL

IGNITION MODULE

----

...

BL

YL!BK YL!BK

STARTER

1

:

!OPTIONAL!

1

•+--...!~~--.

I

--

,

____

.,

I

BATTERY

Ol

I

FOR

ELECTRIC BK

;ijZ:~

a::

STARTER-OPTIONAL)

of'-~-------

BULB

15-21

WI

OIL LEVER

SENDER

IGNITION

SWITCH

BKIYL

BK

a5

z

0 0 0

a:

0

r------r-4-------4--------------------------~

a:

HEADLIGHT

INDICA

TOR

LIGHTS

C-5

BK/YL

YL

GY

GYiVI

YL!BK

BL

C-6

BK/YL

FUEL GAUGE

OFF

EMERGENCY

CUT-OUT

SWITCH

BRAKE LIGHT

SWITCH

DIMMER

SWITCH

IHIGH-LOWI

C9

HEATED GRIPS

,.....i:::::::F==:==:==:C:::J

LEFT

---------------------------51

WIRING

DIAGRAM

Electric

startin9--------------------------------------

BULB

(5-21

WI

GENERATING COIL

IGNITION

MODULE

BL

YL!BK YL!BK

52

__________________________

__

IGNITION

SWITCH

BKIYL

BK

C-5

BK/YL

a;

z

~~~

r------r-t-------+--------------------------~

~

r----------;-+;-----------~

Yl

YL

GY

GY/VI

YLIBK

BL

HEADLIGHT

HIGH

BEAM

Oil

LEVEL

INDICATOR LIGHTS

C-6

FUEL GAUGE

TETHER

CUT-OUT

SWTICH

EMERGENCY

CUT-OUT

SWITCH

BRAKE LIGHT

SWITCH

DIMMER

SWITCH

}---"'-'----i!!c':jJ--.

(HIGH-LOW!

C-9

HEATED GRIPS

LEFT

I

CHANGE

OF

ADDRESS

OR

OWNERSHIP-----------

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

of

the

manufacturer

by

completing and sending

out

the card below.

NOTICE

TO

ALL NEW OWNERS: Make sure to receive the warranty registration card

from the previous owner, when the ownership

is

transferred. Also enclose a pho-

tocopy

of

this registration card when informing

of

a change

of

ownership.

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

CHANGE

OF

ADDRESS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

OLD ADDRESS:

NAME

NO

STREET

APT.

CITY

STATE/PROVINCE

ZIP/POSTAL

NEW ADDRESS:

NAME

NO

STREET

APT.

CITY

STATE/PROVINCE

ZIP/POSTAL

CODE

I

CHANGE

OF

OWNERSHIP

I

I VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER

,.___.._____,_ _ _.____,__...____.___.... _ _.___.______.

I The ownership

of

this vehicle

is

transferred

I

FROM:

I

I I

ITO:

I I

~

NO

CITY

NO

CITY

NAME

STREET

STATE/PROVINCE

NAME

STREET

STATE/PROVINCE

APT

ZIP/POSTAL

APT.

ZIP/POSTAL

CODE

--------------------------------1

BOMBARDIER INC.

ATT.: WARRANTY DEPARTMENT

VALCOURT (QUEBEC) CANADA

JOE

2LO

I STAMP I i

I I I I I

--------------------------------1

BOMBARDIER INC.

ATT.: WARRANTY DEPARTMENT VALCOURT (QUEBEC) CANADA

JOE

2LO

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I I I

I I I I

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BOMBARDIER Escapade 1988, Stratos/E 1988 Operator's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual