Ski-Doo Tundra Series, Scandic Series Operator's Manual

FOREWORD

Congratulations on your purchase of a
new Ski-Doo
model you havechosen, it is backed by
the Bombardier Recreational Products
Inc. (BRP) warranty and a network of
authorized Ski-Doo snowmobile deal­ers ready to provide the parts, service
or accessories you may require.

Your dealer is committed to your sat­isfaction. He has taken training to per­form the initial set-up and inspection
of your snowmobile as well as com­pleted the final adjustment required to
suit your specific weight and riding en­vironment before you took possession

At delivery, you were informed of the
warranty coverage and signed the

PREDELIVERY CHECK LIST

your new vehicle was prepared to your
entire satisfaction.

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snowmobile. Whatever

to ensure

Know Before you Go

To learn how to reduce the risk for you,
your passenger or bystanders being
injured or killed, read the following sec­tions before you operate the vehicle:

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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VEHICLE INFORMATION

Also read all safety labels on your
snowmobile and watch attentively
your

SAFETY DVD

We highly recommend that you take
a safety riding course. Please check
with your dealer or local authorities for
availability in your area.

Failure to follow the warnings con­tained in this Operator's Guide can
result in SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH.

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Safety Messages

The types of safety messages, what
they look like and how they are used in
this guide are explained as follows:

CAUTION Indicates a hazard

situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate
injury.

NOTICE

which, if not followed, could se­verely damage vehicle components
or other property.

Indicates an instruction

About this Operator's
Guide

This Operator's Guide has been pre­pared to acquaint the owner/operator
and passenger with this snowmobile
and its various controls, safe riding and
maintenance instructions.

Keep this Operator's Guide in the vehi­cle as you can refer to it for things such
as maintenance, troubleshooting and
instructing others.

Note that this guide is available in sev­eral languages. In the event of any dis­crepancy, theEnglish version shall pre­vail.

Ifyouwanttoviewand/orprintan
extra copy of your Operator's Guide,
simply visit the following website
www.operatorsguide.brp.com.

The informations contained in this doc­ument are correct at the time of publi­cation. BRP, however, maintains a pol­icy of continuous improvement of its
products without imposing upon itself
any obligation to install them on prod­ucts previously manufactured. Due
to late changes, some differences be­tween the manufactured product and
the descriptions and/or specifications
in this guide may occur. BRP reserves
the right at any time to discontinue or
change specifications, designs, fea­tures, models or equipment without
incurring any obligation upon itself.

WARNING

Indicates a potential hazard, if
avoided, could result in serious in­jury or death.

not

This Operator's Guide and the

DVD

when it's sold.

should remain with the vehicle

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOREWORD .......................................................................... 1

KnowBeforeyouGo............................................................. 1

SafetyMessages................................................................. 1

AboutthisOperator'sGuide .................................................... 1

SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERALPRECAUTIONS.......................................................... 8

AvoidCarbon MonoxidePoisoning............................................. 8

AvoidGasolineFiresandOtherHazards....................................... 8

AvoidBurnsfromHotParts ..................................................... 8

AccessoriesandModifications ................................................. 8

SPECIALSAFETYMESSAGES .................................................... 9

RIDINGTHEVEHICLE.............................................................. 12

Pre-RideInspection............................................................. 12

HowtoRide ..................................................................... 13

CarryingaPassenger ........................................................... 15

Terrain/RidingVariations........................................................ 16

Environment..................................................................... 20

TRACTIONENHANCINGPRODUCTS ........................................... 23

Manoeuvrability ................................................................. 23

Acceleration ..................................................................... 24

Braking........................................................................... 24

Important SafetyRules ......................................................... 24

EffectsofHaving aStuddedTrackontheLifeoftheSnowmobile.......... 25

InstallationofStudsonBRPApprovedTracks................................ 25

Inspection........................................................................ 26

IMPORTANT ONPRODUCTLABELS ............................................ 27

HangTag(s) ...................................................................... 27

VehicleSafetyLabels ........................................................... 27

ComplianceLabels.............................................................. 32

TechnicalInformationLabels................................................... 33

VEHICLE INFORMATION

CONTROLS,INSTRUMENTSANDEQUIPMENT .............................. 36

1)Handlebar ..................................................................... 38

2)ThrottleLever................................................................. 38

3)BrakeLever ................................................................... 38

4)ParkingBrakeLever.......................................................... 38

5)EngineCut-OffSwitch ....................................................... 39

6)EmergencyEngineStopSwitch ............................................ 40

7)IgnitionSwitch (550F)........................................................ 40

8)ChokeLever(550F) .......................................................... 41

9)MultifunctionSwitch(Sport,LTandExtreme) ............................. 41

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CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND EQUIPMENT (cont’d)

10)ShiftLever(600ACE)....................................................... 42

11)HeadlightsDimmerSwitch (Tundra) ...................................... 42

12)ElectronicReverseButton (Tundra) ....................................... 43

13)Heated GripsandThrottleLeverSwitch(Tundra) ........................ 43

14)RewindStarterHandle ..................................................... 43

15)Operator's Guide............................................................ 43

16)Seat .......................................................................... 43

17)ToolKit ....................................................................... 44

18)GrabHandle/Bumper....................................................... 44

19)Gauge(550F)................................................................ 45

20)Gauge(600ACEand600HOE-TEC)...................................... 47

21)MountainStrap.............................................................. 50

22)RearRack.................................................................... 51

23)Hitch ......................................................................... 51

24)SpareDrive Belt............................................................. 52

25)DriveBeltGuard............................................................. 53

26)Hood ......................................................................... 54

27)SidePanels .................................................................. 55

FUEL.................................................................................. 56

RecommendedFuel ............................................................ 56

FuelingProcedure............................................................... 56

INJECTIONOIL...................................................................... 58

RecommendedInjectionOil ................................................... 58

InjectionOilLevelVerification.................................................. 58

BREAK-INPERIOD.................................................................. 60

Break-InPeriodDuration ....................................................... 60

AdditionalEngineProtectionDuring Break-In ................................ 60

OperationDuringBreak-In...................................................... 60

Break-InInspection ............................................................. 60

OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS..................................................... 61

EngineStartingProcedure(550F).............................................. 61

EngineStartingProcedure(600ACEand600HOE-TEC) ................... 61

Emergency Starting............................................................. 62

RidingConditionsandyourSnowmobile...................................... 63

HardPackedSnow.............................................................. 64

VehicleWarm-Up................................................................ 64

OperatinginReverse ........................................................... 65

ShuttingOfftheEngine......................................................... 65

TowinganAccessory ........................................................... 66

TowingAnotherSnowmobile.................................................. 66

TUNEYOUR RIDE .................................................................. 67

RearSuspensionAdjustments................................................. 67

AdjustmentTipsAccording toVehicleBehavior.............................. 72

VEHICLETRANSPORTATION..................................................... 73

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MAINTENANCE

BREAK-ININSPECTION ........................................................... 76

MAINTENANCESCHEDULE...................................................... 79

MAINTENANCEPROCEDURES .................................................. 87

AirFilter .......................................................................... 87

EngineCoolant(600ACEand600HOE-TEC) ................................ 88

EngineOil(600ACE)............................................................ 88

ExhaustSystem................................................................. 89

SparkPlugs(550F) .............................................................. 89

SparkPlugs(600ACEand600HOE-TEC) .................................... 90

EngineStopper(600HOE-TEC) ............................................... 90

Brake Fluid....................................................................... 91

Chaincase Oil.................................................................... 92

Drive Chain ...................................................................... 93

Drive Belt ........................................................................ 95

Drive Pulley...................................................................... 99

Track............................................................................ 100

Suspension.................................................................... 104

Skis............................................................................. 105

Fuses........................................................................... 105

Lights........................................................................... 106

VEHICLECARE.................................................................... 109

Post-OperationCare .......................................................... 109

VehicleCleaningandProtection ............................................. 109

STORAGEANDPRESEASONPREPARATION................................ 110

Storage......................................................................... 110

PreseasonPreparation ....................................................... 111

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

VEHICLEIDENTIFICATION...................................................... 114

VehicleDescriptionDecal .................................................... 114

IdentificationNumbers ....................................................... 114

ECDECLARATIONOF CONFORMITY.......................................... 116

EPACERTIFIEDENGINES ....................................................... 117

EngineEmissionsInformation............................................... 117

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................. 118

TROUBLESHOOTING

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES(550F)................................... 128

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES(600ACE)............................... 130

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES(600HOE-TEC) ........................ 131

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MONITORINGSYSTEM(600ACEAND600HO E-TEC)..................... 133

PilotLamps,MessagesandBeeperCodes................................. 133

WARRANTY

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY USA AND CANADA: 2011 SKI-DOO

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SNOWMOBILES .................................................................. 138

BRP INTERNATIONAL LIMITED WARRANTY: 2011 SKI-DOO

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SNOWMOBILES .................................................................. 142

BRP LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AREA: 2011 SKI-

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DOO

SNOWMOBILES .......................................................... 146

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

PRIVACYINFORMATION........................................................ 152

CHANGEOFADDRESS/OWNERSHIP......................................... 153

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INFORMATION

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GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Avoid Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning

All engine exhaust contains carbon
monoxide, a deadly gas. Breathing car­bon monoxide can cause headaches,
dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, confu­sion and eventually death.

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odor­less, tasteless gas that may be present
even if you do not see or smell any en­gine exhaust. Deadly levels of carbon
monoxide can collect rapidly, and you
can quickly be overcome and unable
to save yourself. Also, deadly levels of
carbon monoxide can linger for hours
or days inenclosed or poorly ventilated
areas. If you experience any symp­toms of carbon monoxide poisoning,
leave the area immediately, get fresh
air and seek medical treatment.

To prevent serious injury or death from
carbon monoxide:

– Never run the vehicle in poorly ven-

tilated or partially enclosed areas
such as garages, carports or barns.
Even if you try to ventilate engine
exhaust with fans or open windows
and doors, carbon monoxide can
rapidly reach dangerous levels.

– Never run the vehicle outdoors

where engine exhaust can be drawn
into a building through openings
such as windows and doors.

Gasoline is poisonous and can cause
injury or death.

– Never siphon gasoline by mouth.
– If you swallow gasoline, get any in

your eye or inhale gasoline vapor,
see your doctor immediately.

If gasoline spills on you, wash with
soap and water and change your
clothes.

Avoid Burns from Hot Parts

The exhaust system and engine be­come hot during operation. Avoid con­tact during and shortly after operation
to avoid burns.

Accessories and
Modifications

Do not make unauthorized modifica­tions, or use attachments or acces­sories that are not approved by BRP.
Since these changes have not been
tested by BRP, they may increase the
risk of crashes or injuries, and they can
make the vehicle illegal.

See your authorized Ski-Doo dealer for
available accessories for your vehicle.

Avoid Gasoline Fires and
Other Hazards

Gasoline is extremely flammable and
highly explosive. Fuel vapors can
spread and be ignited by a spark or
flame many feet away from the en­gine. To reduce the risk of fire or explo­sion, follow these instructions:

– Use only an approved gasoline con-

tainer to store fuel.

– Strictly adhere to instructions in

ELING PROCEDURE

– Never start or operate the engine if

the fuel cap is not properly installed.

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH can result if you do not follow these instructions:

– Always make a pre-ride inspection BEFORE you start the engine.
– Throttle mechanism should be checkedforfreemovement and return to idle po-

sition before starting engine.
– Always attach tether cord eyelet to clothing before starting the engine.
– Never operate the engine without belt guard and brake disk guard securely in-

stalled or, with hood or side panels opened or removed. Never run the engine

without drive belt installed. Running an unloaded engine such as without drive

belt or with track raised, can be dangerous.
– Always engage parking brake before starting the engine.
– Everyone is a beginner the first time he sits behind thecontrols of a snowmobile

regardless of previous experience in driving any other type of vehicle. The safe

use of your snowmobile depends on many conditions such as visibility, speed,

weather, environment, traffic, vehicle condition and the condition of the driver.
– Basic training is required for the safe operation of any snowmobile. Study your

Operator's Guide paying particular attention to cautions and warnings. Join

your local snowmobile club: its social activities and trail systems are planned

for both fun and safety. Obtain basic instructions from your snowmobile dealer,

friend, fellow club member or enroll in your state or provincial safety training

program.
– Any new operator must read and understand all safety labels on the snow-

mobile, the Operator's Guide and watch the

the snowmobile.Only allow a new operator to operate the snowmobile in a

restricted flat area, at least until he is completely familiar with its operation. If

snowmobile operator's training course is offered in your area, have him enroll.
– The performance of some snowmobiles may significantly exceed that of other

snowmobiles you have operated. Therefore, use by novice or inexperienced

operators is not recommended.
– Snowmobiles are used in many areas and in many snow conditions. Not all

models perform the same in similar conditions. Always consult your snowmo-

bile dealer when selecting the snowmobile model foryour particular needs and

uses.
– Injury or death may result to the snowmobile operator, passenger or bystander

if the snowmobile is used in risky conditions which are beyond the driver's, pas-

senger's or snowmobile's capabilities or intended use.
– BRP recommends the operator has at least 16 years old of age.
– It is very important to inform any operator, regardless of his experience, of the

handling characteristics of this snowmobile. The snowmobile configuration,

such as ski stance, ski type, suspension type, track length, width and type vary

from a model to another. The snowmobile handling is greatly influenced by

these characteristics.
– Know your local laws. Federal, state, provincial and local government agencies

have enacted laws and regulations pertaining to the safe use and operation of

snowmobiles. Itis your responsibility as a snowmobiler to learn and obey these

laws and regulations. Respect andobservance will result in safer snowmobiling

for all. Be aware of the liability property damages and insurance laws regarding

your equipment.

SAFETY DVD

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SPECIAL SAFETY MESSAGES

– Speeding can be fatal. In many cases, you cannot react or respond quickly

enough to the unexpected. Always ride at a speed which is suitable to the trail,
weather conditions and your own ability. Know your local rules. Speed limit

maybeineffectandmeanttobeobserved.
– Always keep right hand side of the trail.
– Always keep a safe distance from other snowmobiles and bystanders.
– Remember, promotional material may show risky maneuvers performed by

professional riders under ideal and/or controlled conditions. You should never

attempt any such risky maneuvers if they are beyond your level of riding ability.
– Never ride this vehicle under influence of alcohol or drugs. They slow reaction

time and impair judgement.
– Your snowmobile is notdesignedto be operated on publicstreets,roads or high-

ways.
– Avoid road traveling. If you must do so, and it is permitted, reduce speed. The

snowmobileisnot designed to operate or turnonpaving. Whencrossing

make a full stop, then look carefully in both directions before crossing at a 90°

angle. Be wary of parked vehicles.
– Snowmobiling at night can be a delightful experience but because of reduced

visibility, be extra cautious. Avoid unfamiliar terrain and be

working. Always carry a flashlight and spare light bulbs.
– Never remove any original equipment from your snowmobile. Each vehicle

has many built in safety features. Such features include various guards and

consoles, plus reflective materials and safety l
– Nature is wonderful but don't let it distract you

want to truly appreciate winter's scenery, stop your snowmobile on the side of

the trail so that you don't become a hazard to others.
– Fences represent a very serious threat for both you and your snowmobile. Give

a wide berth to telephone poles or posts.
– Hidden wires unseen from a distance ca
– Always wear an approved safety helme

also applies to your passenger.
– Be aware of inherent risks associated with riding off trails, such as avalanche

and other natural or man made hazards or obstacles.
– Tailgating another snowmobile should be avoided. If the snowmobile in front

of you slows for any reason, its

your neglect. Maintain a safe stopping distance between you and the snowmo-

bile in front of you. Depending on the terrain condition, stopping may require

a little more space than y

driving.
– Venturing out alone with your snowmobile could also be hazardous. You could

runout of fuel, have an accident,ordamage your snowmobile. Remember, your

snowmobile is capabl

to walk in a day. Use the “buddysystem”. Always ride with a friend or member

of your snowmobile club. Even then, tell someone where you are going and the

approximate tim

e of traveling further in half an hour than you may be able

e you plan to return.

driver and passenger could be harmed through

ou think. Play it safe. Be prepared to use evasive

n cause serious accidents.

t, eye protection and a face shield. This

abels.

r attention from driving. If you

sure your lights are

a road,

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– Meadows sometimes have low areas where water accumulate and freezes

over in winter. This ice is usually glare ice. Attempting to turn or brake on
this surface could cause your vehicle to spin out of control. Never brake or
attempt speeding or turning on glare ice. If you do happen to travel over such a

condition, reduce speed by carefully releasing the throttle.
– Never “jump” with your snowmobile.
– While onsafari, do not “gun”the throttle. Snow and ice can be thrown back into

the path of a following snowmobile. In addition, when “gunning” the throttle,

the vehicle digs into and leaves an irregular snow surface for others.
– Safaris are both fun and enjoyable but don't show off or overtake others in the

group. A less experienced operator might try to do the same as you and fail.

When riding with others, limit your abilities to the experience of others.
– In case of an emergency, press down on the engine emergency stop switch,

then apply brake.
– Always engage parking brake when vehicle is not in use.
– Never run the engine in a non-ventilated area and/or if vehicle is left unattended.
– Electric start models only: Never charge or boost a battery while installed on

snowmobile.
– E-TEC engines: Never attempt any fuel system or electrical system main-

tenance or repair. Any maintenance or repair of these systems m

performed by an authorized Ski-Doo dealer.
– Ensure the path behind is clearof obstacles or bystanders before proceeding in

reverse.
– Always remove the tether cord cap and key when vehicle is not in operation

in order to prevent accidental engine starting

children or others or theft.
– NEVER stand behind or near a rotating track. Debris could be projected causing

severe injuries. To remove packed snow or ice,stop engine, tiltand hold vehicle

on its side and use screwdriver from to
– Do not stud the track unless it has bee

ded track that has not been approved for studs could tear and separate from ve-

hicle. See an authorized Ski-Doo dealer for current specific studding availability

and applications.
– You may stud the track on this veh

BRP approved type stud for use on Ski-Doo snowmobiles. DO NOT EVER use

conventional studs because the track thickness is thinner then our standard

tracks. The stud could tea
– Never ride as a passenger

seat and passenger handholds or holding strap. Sit only on the designated pas-

senger seat.
– Always wear an approved helmet and follow the same dressing guidelines as

those recommended fo
– Make sure that you ar

tively on the footboards of footrests with good grip, and that you are able to hold

on firmly to the handholds.
– Once underway, if you feel uncomfortable or insecure for any reason, don't

wait, tell the d

river to slow down or stop.

r off of track and separate from vehicle.

unless the snowmobile is equipped with a passenger

r the operator and described in this guide.

e able to achieve a stable stance, both feet resting posi-

ol kit.
n approved for studs. At speed, a stud-

icle model. However, you MUST only usethe

, to avoid unauthorized use by

ust be

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Each operator has a responsibility to
ensure the safety of other recreation­ists or bystanders.

You are responsible for proper opera­tion of your vehicle as well as training
thosewhomyouallowtorideordrive.
There may be noticeable handling and
performance differences from one
snowmobile to the other.

A snowmobile is relatively simple
to operate but like any other vehicle
or mechanical equipment, it can be
hazardous if you or a passenger are
reckless, thoughtless or inattentive.
We encourage you to have an Annual
Safety Inspection of your snowmo­bile. Please contact an authorized
Ski-Doo dealer for further details. Fi­nally, we urge you to visit an authorized
Ski-Doo dealer periodically for regu­lar and safety maintenance, as well as
snowmobile accessories you may re­quire.

Before venturing on the trails, operate
the snowmobile in a restricted flat area
until you are completely familiar with
its operation and feel comfortable that
you can safely tackle a more demand­ing task. Have an enjoyable and safe
ride.

3. Verify that skis and steering operate
freely. Check corresponding action
of skis versus handlebar.

4. Check fuel and oil for levels and
leaks. Replenish if necessary and
see an authorized Ski-Doo dealer in
case of any leaks.

5. All storage compartments must be
properly latched and they must not
contain any heavy or breakable ob­jects. Hood and side panels must
be also properly latched.

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

7. Activate the brake lever and make
sure the brake fully applies before
the brake control lever touches the
handlebar grip. It must fully return
when released.

8. Apply parking brake and check if it
operates properly. Leave parking
brake applied.

After Engine is Started

For proper engine starting proce­dure, refer to the appropriate

STARTING PROCEDURE

ENGINE

section.

Pre-Ride Inspection

WARNING

The pre-operation check is very
important prior to operating the
vehicle. Always check the proper
operation of critical controls,
safety features and mechanical
components before starting.

Before Starting the Engine

1. Remove snow and ice from body
cluding lights, seat, footrests, con­trols and instruments.

2. Verify that air filter is free of snow.

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1. Check headlights high beam and
low beam, taillight, stop light and
pilot lamps operation.

NOTE: You may need to detach tether
cord from your clothes to check lights.
In such a case, attach cord as soon
as you get back at the controls of the
snowmobile.

2. Check the engine cut-off switch (by
pulling tether cord cap) and emer­gency engine stop switch opera­tion.

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3. Release parking brake.

4. Refer to the
section and follow instructions.

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Pre-Ride Check List

RIDING THE VEHICLE

ITEM OPERATION

Body including seat, footrests,
lights, air filter, controls and
instruments

Skis and steering Check for free movement and proper action.
Fuel and oil
Coolant (if applicable) Check for proper level and leaks.

Storage compartment

Track

Throttle lever
Brake lever
Parking brake
Emergency engine stop switch

and engine cut-off switch
(tether cord cap)

Check condition and remove snow or ice.

Check for proper level and leaks.

Check for proper latching and no heavy or
breakable objects.

Check condition and remove snow or ice.
For studded tracks, see

TRACTION ENHANCING PRODUCTS

Check for proper operation.
Check for proper operation.
Check for proper action.

Check for proper action. Tether cord must be
attached to driver clothing eyelet.

INSPECTION

in the
subsection.

✔

Lights

Check for proper operation.

How to Ride

Riding Gear

Proper snowmobile clothing should
be worn. It should be comfortable
andnottootight. Alwayscheckthe
weather forecast before going on a
ride. Dress for the coldest weather
expected. Thermal underwear next to
theskinalsoprovidesagoodinsula­tion.

Wear an approved helmet at all times
for safety and comfort. They pro­vide both warmth and reduce injury.
A stocking type cap, balaclava and
face mask should always be carried
or worn. Goggles or a face shield that
attach to thehelmet are indispensable.

Hands should be protected by a pair
of snowmobile gloves or mitts which
have sufficient insulation and allow use
of thumbs and fingers for operation of
controls.

Rubber bottom boots with either a ny­lon or a leather top, with removable felt
liners are best suited for snowmobil­ing.

You should keep yourself as dry as pos­sible when snowmobiling. When you
come indoors, take your snowmobile
suit and boots off and make certain
they dry properly.

Do not wear long scarfs and loose ap­parels that could get caught in moving
parts.

Carry colored lens goggles.

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What to Bring

Every snowmobiler should carry at
least the following basic parts and
tools that can help him and others in
an emergency:

– First aid kit
– Mobile phone
– Spare spark plugs
–Frictiontape
– Spare drive belt
– Spare light bulbs
–Providedtoolkit
– Adjustable wrench
–Knife
– Flashlight
–Trailmap.

Include other items such as additional
tools, drinking water and food depend­ingonthelengthandtimeofyourride.

WARNING

Do not attempt any maneuvers if
they are beyond your abilities.

Sitting

Feet on the running boards, body mid­way back on seat is an ideal position
when operating the snowmobile over
familiar, smooth terrain. Knees and
hips should remain flexible to absorb
shocks.

Rider Position (Forward Operation)

Your riding position and balance are
the two basic principlesof making your
snowmobile go where you want it to.
When turning on the side of a hill, you
and your passenger must be ready to
shift body weight to help it turn in the
desired direction. Driver and passen­ger(s) must never attempt this ma­neuvering by placing feet outside of
the vehicle. Experience will teach you
how much lean to put into turns at dif­ferent speeds and how much you will
have to lean into a slope to maintain
proper balance.

Generally, the riding position for best
balance and control is sitting. How
ever, the posting, kneeling or standing
positions are also used under certain
conditions.

The novice driver should become fa­miliar with the snowmobile throu
practice on a level area at slow speeds
before venturing far afield.

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Posting

A semi-sitting position with the body
off the seat and thefeetunder the body
in a sort of squatting posture, thus al­lowing the legs to absorb the shocks
when traveling over uneven terrain.
Avoid abrupt stops.

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Kneeling

This position is achieved by pl
one foot firmly on the running board
and the opposite knee on the seat.
Avoid abrupt stops.

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Standing

RIDING THE VEHICLE

up to two passengers. Refer to the
indications on the vehicles to know if
any particular snowmobile can accom­modate passengers or not, and if so,
how many. Always respect those indi­cations. Overloading is dangerous be­cause snowmobiles are not designed
for it.

Even when passengers are allowed,
you must make sure that the persons
who would like to become passengers
are physically fit for snowmobiling.

Place both feet on the running boards.
Knees should be flexed to absorb the
shock from surface bumps. This is an
effective position to see better and
to shift weight as conditions dictate.
Avoid abrupt stop.

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Rider Position (Reverse Operation)

We recommend sitting on your snow­mobile when operating in reverse.

Avoid standing up. Your weight could
shift forward against throttle lever
while operating in reverse, causing
an unexpected acceleration.

WARNING

Any passenger must be able to
firmly lay his feet on the footrests
and keep his hands on the hand­holds or seat strap at all times
when seated. Respecting those
physical criteria is important to en­sure that the passenger is stable
and to reduce the risks of ejection.

On snowmobiles allowing two passen­gers, if you have an adult and a child for
passenger, BRP recommends that the
child sits in the center location. This
allows an adult sitting in the rear seat
to keep a visual contact with the child
and hold him if necessary. In addition,
the child is best protected against the
wind and cold temperature if seated in
the center location.

Each operator has a responsibility to
ensure the safety of his passengers
and should inform them of snowmobil­ing basics.

WARNING

Unexpected acceleration when
snowmobile operates in reverse
can cause a loss of control.

Carrying a Passenger

Certain snowmobiles are designed for
an operator only, others can allow one
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WARNING

– Passengers must only sit on

designated passenger seats.
Never allow anyone to sit be­tween the handlebar and the
operator.

– Each passenger seat must have

a strap or handholds and meet
SSCC standards.

– Passengers and operators must

always wear an approved hel­mets and warm clothing appro­priate for snowmobiling. Make
sure that no skin is exposed.

– Once underway, if a passenger

feels uncomfortable or inse­cure for any reason, he must
not wait, and tell the driver to
slowdown or stop.

Riding with passengers on board is dif­ferent than riding alone. The operator
has the benefit of knowing what will
be the next maneuver and is able to
prepare himself accordingly. The oper­ator also benefits from the support of
his grip on the handlebar. In contrast,
the passengers have to rely on the op­erator’s careful and safe operation of
the vehicle. In addition, “body eng­lish” is limited with passengers, and
the operator can sometimes see more
of the trail ahead than the passengers.
Therefore, smooth starting and stop­ping are required with passengers, and
the operator must slow down. The op­erator must also warn passengers of
side hills, bumps, branches, etc. An
unforeseen bump can leave you pas­senger-less. Remind your passengers
to lean into the turn with you, without
causing the vehicle to topple. Be ex­tremely careful, go more slowly and
check the passengers frequently.

WARNING

When riding with a passenger:

– Braking ability and steering

control are reduced. Decrease
speed and allow extra space to
maneuver.

– Adjust suspension according to

weight.

For complete information on how to
adjust the suspension, please refer to

TUNE YOUR RIDE

the
Use extra caution and go even more

slowly with young passengers. Check
frequentlytomake certain the child has
a firm grip and is properly positioned
with his feet on the running boards.

Terrain/RidingVariations

Groomed Trail

On a maintained trail, sitting is the
most preferred riding position. Do not
race and, above all, keep to the right
hand side of the trail. Be prepared
for the unexpected. Observe all trail
signs. Do not zigzag from one side of
the trail to the other.

Ungroomed Trail

Unless there has been a fresh snow­fall you can expect “washboard” and
snowdrift conditions. Taken at exces­sive speeds, such conditions can be
physically harmful. Slow down. Hold
on the handlebar and assume a post­ing position. Feet should be under the
body assuming a crouched position to
absorb any jarring effect. On longer
stretches of “washboard” trails, the
kneeling position of one knee on the
seat can be adopted. This provides a
certain amount of comfort, while at the
same time keeps the body loose and
capable of vehicle control. Beware of
hidden rocks or tree stumps partially
hidden by a recent snowfall.

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Deep Snow

In deep “powder” snow, your vehicle
could begin to “bog” down. If this oc­curs,turninaswideanarcaspossible
and look for a firmer base. If you do get
“bogged”, and it happens to everyone,
do not spin your track as this makes the
vehicle sink deeper. Instead, turn the
engine off, get off and move the back
of the vehicle onto new snow. Then
tramp a clear path ahead of the vehi­cle. A few feet will generally suffice.
Restartthe engine. Assume the stand­ing position and rockthe vehicle gently
as you steadily and slowly apply the
throttle. Depending on whether the
front or rear end of the vehicle is sink­ing, your feet should be placed on the
opposing end of the running boards.
Never place foreign material beneath
the track forsupport. Do not allow any­one to stand in front of, or to the rear
of, the snowmobile with the engine
running. Stay away from the track.
Personal injury will result if contact is
made with the revolving track.

Frozen Water

Traveling frozen lakes and rivers can be
fatal. Avoid waterways. If you are in
an unfamiliar area, ask the local author­ities or residents about the ice condi­tion, inlets, outlets, springs, fast mov­ing currents or other hazards. Never
attempt to operate your snowmobile
on ice that may be too weak to sup­port you and the vehicle. Operating
a snowmobile on ice or icy surfaces
can be very dangerous if you do not
observe certain precautions.
nature of ice is foreign to good con­trol of a snowmobile or any vehicle.
Traction for starting, turn
ping is much less than that on snow.
Thus, these distances can be multi­plied manyfold. Steeri
and uncontrolled spins are an ever
present danger. When operating on
ice, drive slowly wit

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h caution. Allow

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ing or stop-

yourself plenty of room for stopping
and turning. This is especially true at
night.

Hard Packed Snow

Don't underestimate hard packed
snow. It can be difficult to negotiate
as both skis and track do not have as
much traction. Best advice is to slow
down and avoid rapid acceleration,
turning or braking.

Uphill

There are two types of hills you can en­counter — the open hill on which there
are few trees, cliffs or other obstacles,
and a hill that can only be climbed di­rectly. On an open hill, the approach is
to climb it by side hilling or slaloming.
Approachat an angle. Adopt a kneeling
position. Keep your weight on the up­hill side at all times. Maintain a steady,
safe speed. Continue as far as you can
in this direction, then switch to an op­posite hill angle and riding position.

A direct climb could present problems.
Choose the standing position, acceler­ate before you start the climb and then
reduce throttle pressure to prevent
track slippage.

In either case, vehicle speed should be
as fast as the incline demands. Always
slow down as you reach the crest. If
you cannot proceed further, don't spin
your track. Turn the engine off, free the
skis by pulling them out and downhill,
place the rearof the snowmobile uphill
restart the engine and ease it out with
slow even throttle pressure. Position
yourself to avoid tipping over, then de­scend.

Downhill

Downhill driving requires that you have
full control of your vehicle at all times.
On steeper hills, keep your cent
gravity low and both hands on the han­dlebar. Maintain slight throttle pres­sure and allow the machine to r
downhill with the engine operating.

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If a higher than safe speed is reached,
slow down by braking but apply the
brake with frequent light pressure.
Never jam the brake and lock the track.

Side Hill

When crossing a side hill or travers­ing up or downhill, certain procedures
must be followed. All riders should
lean towards the slope as required for
stability. The preferred operating po­sitions are the kneeling position, with
thekneeofthedownhilllegonthe
seat and the foot of the uphill leg on
the running board, or the posting posi­tion. Be prepared to shift your weight
quickly as needed. Side hills and steep
slopes are not recommended for a be­ginner or a novice snowmobiler.

Avalanche Hazard

When riding on mountainous terrain,
you should be aware of the risk of
avalanches. Avalanches vary in size
and shapes and generally occur in
steep terrain and on unstable snow.

New snow, animals, people, wind
and snowmobiles can all trigger
an avalanche. Avoid high marking
or traversing steep terrain when
avalanche conditions are possible.
When in unstable snow conditions,
travel should be restricted to lower
angle slopes. Wind formed cornices
should be avoided. Staying off un­stable conditions is the key to safe
mountain riding. Probably most impor­tant is to be aware of the conditions
and dangers on a daily basis when in
the mountains. Check local avalanche
forecasts and threats each day before
heading out to ride and heed forec
ers advice.

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Here are some web sites that can help
you finding important information:

– US: www.avalanche.org
– Europe: www.avalanches.org
– Canada: www.avalanche.ca

Slush

Slush should be avoided at all times.
Always check for slush before starting
across any lake or river. If dark spots
appearinyourtracks,getofftheice
immediately. Ice and water can be
thrown rearward into the path of a fol­lowing snowmobile. Getting a vehicle
out of a slush area is strenuous and in
some cases, impossible.

Fog or Whiteouts

On land or water, fog or visibil­ity-limiting snow can form. If you have
to proceed into the fog or heavy snow,
do so slowly with your lights on and
watch intently for hazards. If you are
not sure of your way, do not proceed.
Keep a safe distance behind other
snowmobilers to improve visibility and
reaction time.

Unfamiliar Territory

Whenever you enter an area that is
new to you, drive with extreme cau­tion. Go slow enough to recognize
potential hazards such as fences or
fence posts, brooks crossing your
path, rocks, sudden dips, guy wires
and countless other obstacles which
could result in a termination of your
snowmobile ride. Even when fol­lowing existing tracks, be cautious.
Travel at a speed so you can see what
is around the next bend or over the top
of the hill.

You should always carry a snow sho
probe and avalanche beacon while rid­ing on mountains. We recommend
that all mountain riders ta
cal avalanche safety training course
to become more familiar with snow
conditions and learn how
use their equipment.

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Bright Sunshine

Bright sunny days can considerably
reduce your vision. The glare from
sun and snow may blind you to the
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ravines, ditches or other obstacles.
Goggles with colored lenses should al­ways be worn under theseconditions.

Unseen Obstruction

There may be obstructions hidden
beneath the snow. Driving off es­tablished trails and in the woods re­quires reduced speed and increased
vigilance. Driving too fast in an area
can make even minor obstacles very
hazardous. Even hitting a small rock
or stump could throw your snowmo­bile out of control and cause injury to
its riders. Stay on established trails
to reduce your exposure to hazards.
Be safe, slow down and enjoy the
scenery.

Hidden Wires

Always be on the lookout for hidden
wires, especially in areas that may
have been farmed at one time or an­other. Too many accidents have been
caused by running into wires in the
fields, guy wires next to poles and
roads, and into chains and wires used
as road closures. Slow speeds are a
must.

Turning

Depending on terrain conditions, there
are two preferred ways to turn or cor­ner a snowmobile. For most snow
surfaces, “body english” is the key to
turning. Leaning towards the inside of
the turn and positioning body weight
on the inside foot will create a “bank­ing” condition beneath the track. By
adopting this position and positioning
yourself as far forward as possible,
weight will be transferred to the inside
ski.

On occasion, you will find that the only
way to turn the vehicle about in deep
snow is to pullthe snowmobile around.
Do not over-exert yourself. Get assis­tance. Remember to always lift using
your legs as opposed to your back.

Obstacles and Jumping

Unplanned jumps of snowdrifts, snow­plow ridges, culverts or indistinguish­able objects can be dangerous. You
can avoid them by wearing the proper
color lenses or face shields and by op­erating at a lower speed.

Jumping a snowmobile is an unsafe
and dangerous practice. However, if
the trail does suddenly drop away from
you, crouch (stand) towards the rear
ofthevehicleandkeeptheskisup
and straight ahead. Apply partial throt­tle and brace yourself for the impac
Knees must be flexed to act as shock
absorbers.

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Road Crossing

In some cases, you will be approach­ing the road from a ditch or snowbank.
Choose a place where you know you
can climb without difficulty. Use the
standing position and proceed with
only as much speed needed to crest
the bank. Stop completely at the top
of the bank and wait for all traffic to
clear. Judgethedroptotheroadway.
Cross the road at a 90° angle. If you en­counter another snowbank on the op­posite side, position your feet near the
rear of the vehicle. Remember, your
snowmobile is not designed to oper­ate on bare pavement and steering on
this type of surfaceis more difficult.

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Railroad Crossing

Never ride on railroad tracks. It is il­legal. Railroad tracks and railroad
rights-of-way are private property. A
snowmobile is no match for a train.
Before crossing a railroad track, stop,
look and listen.

Night Rides

The amount of natural and artificial
light at a given time can effect your
ability to see or to be seen. Nighttime
snowmobiling is delightful. It can be
a unique experience if you acknowl­edge your reduced visibility. Before
you start, make certain your lights
are clean and work properly. Drive
at speeds that will allow you to stop
in time when you see an unknown or
dangerous object ahead. Stay on es­tablished trails and never operate in
unfamiliar territory. Avoid rivers and
lakes. Guy wires, barbed wire fences,
cabled road entrances and other ob­jects such as tree limbs are difficult
to see at night. Never drive alone. Al­ways carry a flashlight. Keep away
from residential areas and respect the
right of others to sleep.

Safari Riding

Before starting out, designate a “trail
boss” to lead the party and another per­son to follow-up at the end of the party.
Ensure that all members of the party
are aware of the proposed route and
destination. Make certain that you are
carrying all necessary tools and equip­ment and that you have sufficient fu
to complete the trip. Never overtake
the trail boss or, for that matter, any
other snowmobile. Use down-the­hand signals to indicate hazards or in­tent of direction change. Assist others
whenever necessary.

ItisalwaysIMPORTANTtokeepa
safe distance between each
bile. Always maintain a safe interval
and allow sufficient stopping distance.
Don't be a tailgater. Kno
of the machine ahead.

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Signals

Ifyouintendtostop,raiseeitherhand
straight above your head. A left turn is
indicated by extending your left hand
straight out in the proper direction. For
right turns, extend the left arm and
raise the hand to a vertical position so it
forms a right angle atthe elbow. Every
snowmobiler should relay any signal to
the ones behind.

Trail Stops

Whenever possible, pull off the trail
when you stop. This will reduce the
hazard to other snowmobilers using
the trail.

Trails and Signs

Trail signs are used to control, direct or
regulate the use of snowmobiles on
trails. Become familiar with all signs
used in the area where you are snow­mobiling.

Environment

Wildlife compliments your snowmo­biling day. Snowmobile tracks provide
firm ground over which animals can
travel from area to area. Do not violate
this privilege by chasing or harassing
wildlife. Fatigue and exhaustion can
lead to animal's death. Avoid areas
posted for the protection or feeding of
wildlife.

If you happen to be fortunate enough
to see an animal, stop your snowmo­bile and observe quietly.

The guidelines that we support are not
designed to limit your snowmobiling
fun, but to preserve the beautiful free­dom that you can experience only on
a snowmobile! These guidelines will
keep snowmobilers healthy,happyand
able to introduce others to what they
know and enjoy about their favorite
winter pastime. So, the next time
hit the trails on a cool, crisp and clear
winter day, we ask you to remember
that you are paving the way for t

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ture of our sport. Help us lead it down
the right path! From all of us at BRP,
thank you for doing your share.

There is nothing more exhilarating than
snowmobiling. Venturing onto snow­mobile trails that cross wild areas is
an exciting and healthy winter sport.
However, as the number of people us­ing these recreational parks increases,
so does the potential for damage to the
environment. Abuse of land, facilities
and resources inevitably leads to re­strictions and closures of both private
and public land.

In essence, the greatest threat to our
sport, is all around us. Which leaves
us with one logical choice. When we
snowmobile, we must always ride re­sponsibly.

The vast majority respect the law and
the environment. Each of us must set
an example for those who are new to
the sport, young and old alike.

It is in every one's best interest to tread
lightly into our recreational areas. Be­cause, in the long run, to protect the
sportwemustpreserve the environ­ment.

Light Treading in no way suggests you
should curb your appetite for snowmo­biling fun! It simply means tread with
respect!

The fundamental objective of Light
Treading is one of respect for where
and how you ride a snowmobile.
You're a light treader when you follow
the principles below.

Become informed. Obtain maps, reg­ulations and other information from
the Forest Service or from other pub­lic land agencies. Learn the rules and
follow them and that goes for speed
limits, too!

Avoid running over young trees,
shrubs, and grasses and don't cut
wood. On flatlands or areas where trail
riding is popular, it's important to ride
only where authorized. Remember,
there is a link between protecting your
environment and your own safety.

Respect wildlife andbeparticularly
sensitive of animals that are rearing
young or suffering from food shortage.
Stress can sap scarce energy reserves.
Refrainfromridinginareaswhereonly
animals are intended to tread!

Recognizing the importance of this is­sueandtheneedforsnowmobilersto
do their share in preserving areas that
make it possible to enjoy our sport,
BRP has developed the “Light Tread­ing Is Smart Sledding” campaign for
snowmobilers.

Light Treading refers to more than the
thread of our tracks. It's a statement
of concern, respect and willingness
to take the lead and take action. It ap
plies to the environment in general, its
proper care and maintenance, its natu­ral inhabitants and all enthusias
the public at large who enjoy the great
outdoors. With this theme, we invite
all snowmobilers to remembe
specting the environment is not only
critical to the future of our industry but
to future generations.

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Obey gate closures and regulatory
signs and remember, light treaders
don't litter!

Stay out of wilderness areas. They're
closed to all vehicles. Know where the
boundaries are.

Obtain permission to travel across
private land. Respect the rights of
landowners and other people's pri­vacy. Remember, snowmobile tech-

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nology has lowered the noise factor
considerably, but you still shouldn't rev
your engines where quiet “is the orde
of the day”.

Snowmobilers know all too well the ef
forts that have been made throughout
the sport's history to enjoy access to
areas where people can snowmob
safely and responsibly. This effort con­tinues today, as strong as ever.

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Respectingtheareaswhereweride...
wherever they may be... is the only
way to ensure their future enjoyment.
That's one major reason why we know
you'llagree that LightTreading is smart
sledding! And there are more.

Enjoying the opportunity to see winter
and all its natural majestic wonders,
is an experience cherished by snow­mobilers. Light Treading will preserve
this opportunity and will make it pos­sible for us to expose others to the
beauty of winter and the unique thrill of
our sport! Light Treading will help our
sport to grow!

Finally, Light Treading is the sign of a
smart snowmobiler. You don't have
to leave big tracks or careen through a
virgin forest to show you can ride. So
whether you're driving a high perfor­mance Ski-Doo, a sporty MX Z™ snow­mobile or any other make or model,
show you know what you're doing.
Show you know how to send snow fly­ing and make tracks with a light touch!

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NOTE: This section is applicable to
snowmobiles equipped with a factory
installed track that has been approved
by BRP for special studs installation.

WARNING

Never stud a track that has not
been approved for studs. In­stalling studs on an unapproved
track could increase the risk of the
track tearing or severing.

WARNING

You may stud the track on this ve­hicle model. However, you MUST
only use the BRP approved type
stud for use on these Ski-Doo
snowmobiles. DO NOT EVER
use conventional studs as the
track thickness is thinner then
other standard tracks. The stud
could tear off of track and separate
from vehicle. See an authorized
Ski-Doo dealer for current specific
studding availability and applica­tions.

Using traction enhancing products
such as, more aggressive ski carbide
runners and/or studs on your snow­mobile will change its behavior, par­ticularly in terms of manoeuvrability,
acceleration, and braking.

Using traction enhancing products
gives a better grip on packed snow
and ice, but has no noticeable effect
on soft snow. For this reason, driving
a snowmobile equipped with traction
enhancing products requires a certain
adaptation period. If your snowmobile
is equipped with traction enhancing
products, be sure to take plenty of time
to get used to the way it handles when
turning, accelerating, and braking.

drive your snowmobile in a responsible
manner, respecting the environment
and other people’s property.

Manoeuvrability

Using traction enhancing products
such as, more aggressive ski carbide
runners and/or studs makes the snow­mobile grip the ground better at both
the front and at the rear. The use of
carbide runners is therefore required
to give the skis a better grip, so that the
front and rear of the snowmobile are
in balance. While off-the-shelf carbide
ski runners are adequate, they don’t
necessarily give you optimal control,
since that depends on your personal
preferences,your riding style, and how
your suspension is adjusted.

WARNING

If the front and rear of the snow­mobile are out of balance due to an
incorrect combination of traction
enhancing products, the snow­mobile may tend to oversteer or
understeer, which could lead to a
loss of control.

Oversteering

In certain conditions, using more ag­gressive ski carbide runners without
studs on the rear track could make the
snowmobile prone to oversteering,
see illustration.

Also, always check local regulations
concerning the use of traction enhanc­ing products on snowmobiles. Always

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Understeering

In certain conditions, the use of studs
onthetrackcouldmakethesnowmo­bile prone to understeering if the skis
are not equipped with more aggressive
ski carbide runners, see illustration.

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Controlled Driving

A balanced combination of carbide ski
runners and studs on the track ensures
adequate control and better handling,
see illustration.

WARNING

To prevent surprises that could
lead to a loss of control of the
snowmobile:

– Always go easy on the throttle.
– NEVER try to spin the track to

make the rear of the snowmo-

bile skid.
This could cause debris or ice to be
thrown violently backwards, pos­sibly injuring others nearby or on
snowmobiles behind you.

Braking

As in the case of acceleration, using
studs on the track will give you better
braking capacity on packed snow or
ice but will have no noticeable effect
on soft snow. Braking may thus vary
suddenly under certain conditions.
Be sure to use restraint in braking to
keep from blocking the track in order to
avoid surprises that could lead to a loss
of control.

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Acceleration

Using studs on the track willallow your
sled to accelerate better on packed
snow and ice but will have no notice­able effect on soft snow. This can
cause sudden variations in traction
under certain conditions.

Important Safety Rules

WARNING

To prevent serious injury to indi­viduals near the snowmobile:

– NEVER stand behind or near a

moving track.

– Always use a wide-base snow-

mobile stand with a rear deflec-

tor panel if it is necessary to ro-

tate track.

– When the track is raised off the

ground, only run it at the lowest

possible speed.
Centrifugal force could cause de­bris, damaged or loose studs,
pieces of torn track, or an en­tire severed track to be violently
thrown backwards out of the t
nel with tremendous force.

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Effects of Having a
Studded Track on the
Life of the Snowmobile

The use of traction enhancing products
can increase the load and the stress on
certain snowmobile components, as
well as the vibration level. This can
cause premature wear on parts such
as belts, brake linings, bearings, chain,
chaincase sprocket, and on approved
studded tracks, shorten track life. Al­ways proceed with a visual inspec­tion of your track before each use. For
more information, refer to the
section in

MAINTENANCE

TRACK

.

Studs on the track can also cause se­rious damage to your snowmobile if
it is not equipped with the tunnel pro­tectors designed for your particular
model. Damage to the electricalwiring
or perforation of the heat exchangers
are potential hazards, that could cause
the engine to overheat and be severely
damaged.

WARNING

Installation of Studs on
BRP Approved Tracks

WARNING

Never stud a track that has not
been approved for studs. Ap­proved tracks can be identified by
a stud symbol (see illustration be­low) molded into the track surface.
Installing studs on an unapproved
track could increase the risk of the
track tearing or severing.

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TRACK SYMBOLS

1. Approved

2. NOT Approved

If tunnel protectors are excessively
worn or not installed, the gas tank
could be punctured, causing a fire.

NOTICE

Ask your dealer for the
appropriatetunnel protectors model
and kit number required for your
snowmobile.

NOTE: Consult the BRP limited war-

ranty to find out what warranty limita­tionsarerelatedtotheuseofstuds.

To ensure safe and proper installation,
BRP recommends to have the studs in­stalled by your dealer.

– Use only the BRP approved special

studs.

– Never use studs that exceed the

height of your snowmobile’s track
profile by more than 9.5 mm (3/8 in).

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INSTALLATION OF STUDS

1. Stud size

2. Penetration range 6.4 to 9.5 mm
(1/4 to 3/8 in)

3. Track lug height

4. Track belt thickness

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WARNING

– See an authorized Ski-Doo

dealer for current specific stud­ding availability and applica­tions.

– DO NOT EVER use conventional

stud because, the track thick­ness is thinner then our stan­dard tracks and the stud could
tear off of track and separate
from vehicle.

– Studs should only be installed

in the locations indicated by
molded bulges in the track sur­face.

– Never stud a track with a profile

of 35 mm (1.375 in) or more.

– The number of studs installed

must always perfectly match
the pattern of molded bulges in
the track.

– Always consult the traction

product manufacturer’s instal­lation instructions and recom­mendations before having your
dealer install studs and runners.
It is very important to follow
the torque specifications for the

stud bolts.
INSTALLING AN INCORRECT
NUMBER OF STUDS OR AN IM­PROPER INSTALLATION CAN IN­CREASE THE RISK OF THE TRACK
TEARING OR SEVERING.

– Broken studs (studded tracks)
– Bent studs (studded tracks)
– Missing studs
– Studs that are torn off the track
– Missing track guide(s)
– Loose studs.

On approved studded tracks, replace
brokenor damaged studs immediately.
If your track shows signs of deteriora­tion, it must be replaced immediately.
When in doubt, ask your dealer. Al­ways proceed with a visual inspection
of your track before each use.

WARNING

Riding with a damaged track or
studs could lead to loss of control.

Inspection

PROCEED WITH A VISUAL INSPEC­TION OF YOUR TRACK BEFORE
EACH USE.

Look for any defects, such as:

– Perforations in the track
– Tears in the track (particularly

around traction holes on studded
tracks)

– Lugs that are broken or torn off, ex-

posing portions of rods
– Delamination of the rubber
–Brokenrods

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Hang Tag(s)

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Vehicle SafetyLabels

The following labels are on your ve­hicle and they should be considered
permanent parts of the vehicle. If
missing or damaged, the decals can
be replaced free of charge. See an au­thorized Ski-Doo dealer.

NOTE: The following illustrations used
in this Operator's Guide are a general
representation only. Your model may
differ.

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IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS

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LABEL 1

DO NOT SIT HERE/

NE PAS SASSEOIR ICI

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LABEL 2 - 1 UP MODELS

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WARNING

LABEL 3

IMPORTANT ON PRODUCT LABELS

 NEVER stand behind
or near a rotating track.
Debris could be
projected causing
severe injuries.

 To remove packed
snow/ice, stop engine,
tilt and hold vehicle on
its side and use
screwdriver from
tool kit

516004550A

Studding this track with conventional studs may cause studs to tear off of track and separate from vehicle posing a potential risk of severe injury or death

516004440

If you stud the track on this vehicle use special BRP approved studs ONLY.

See the Operator's Guide that came with this vehicle for all details pertaining to track studding

LABEL 4 - APPLICABLE MODELS

NEVER SIT IN CARGO AREA.

Exceeding maximum cargo

load may affect steering
control and braking abilit y.

MAXIMUM cargo load :

(including tongue weight)

15,8 Kg / 35 Lbs.

516004601

 NEVER stand behind or near a rotating
track. Debris could be projected
causing severe injuries.

 To remove packed snow/ice, stop
engine, tilt and hold vehicle on its side
and use screwdriver from tool kit.

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LABEL 7

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LABEL 5

NEVER SIT IN CARGO AREA.
Exceeding maximum cargo load may affect
steering control and braking abilit y.

MAXIMUM cargo load :
( including tongue weight)
15,8 Kg / 35 Lbs.

516004605

This guard must ALWAYS be in place when engine is running.

Beware of rotating parts_ they could cause injuries or
catch your clothing.

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LABEL 8

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WARNING

LABEL 6

516 004 440

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