Ski-Doo Ski Doo MX Z 2005 [919/1429] Suspension and track

Section 02 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Subsection 06 (SUSPENSION AND TRACK)

SUSPENSION AND TRACK

The following chart is provided to help diagnose the probable source of troubles. It should be used as a

guideline. Some causes or corrections may not apply to a specific model.

Symptom:

SUSPENSION IS TOO LOW.

1. Check condition of springs.

- Springs are broken. Replace springs.

2. Check springs preload.

- Too low spring preload. Increase preload to the recommended position.

3. Check springs.

- Installed springs are too soft. Install optional stiffer springs, refer to Service Bulletin SPRING

REFERENCE ACCORDING TO LOAD.

Symptom: REAR SUSPENSION BOTTOMS OUT.

1. Check condition of springs.

- Springs are broken. Replace springs.

2. Check springs preload.

- Too low spring preload. Increase preload to the recommended position.

3. Check springs.

- Springs installed are too soft. Install optional stiffer springs, refer to Service Bulletin SPRING

REFERENCE ACCORDING TO LOAD.

4. Check the rear shock motion ratio position.

- It is adjusted in soft position. Adjust rear shock motion ratio to firm position.

Symptom: REAR SUSPENSION IS TOO STIFF.

1. Check rear spring preload.

- Too much preload. Adjust to a softer position.

2. Check springs.

- Springs installed are too stiff. Install optional softer springs, refer to Service Bulletin SPRING

REFERENCE ACCORDING TO LOAD.

3. Check the rear shock motion ratio position.

- It is adjusted in firm position. Adjust rear shock motion ratio to soft position.

4. Check track tension.

- Track is too tight. Adjust.

5. Check if axles are properly lubricated.

- Improper lubrication and/or contaminated grease (sticky oil sludge). Clean and/or lubricate.

Symptom: WHEN HANDLEBAR IS TURNED, SNOWMOBILE UNDERSTEERS.

1. Check ski runner condition.

- Worn ski runners. Replace.

2. Check ski spring preload.

- Insufficient ski pressure on the ground. Increase spring preload.

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