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6. Release the brake lever lock.
TRACK TENSION
Track tension is directly related to
the overall performance of the
snowmobile. If the track is too
loose, it may slap against the tunnel
causing wear or it may “ratchet” on
t h e t r a c k d r i v e s p r o c k e t s . I f
extremely loose, the idler wheels
may climb over the track lugs forc-
ing the track against the tunnel caus-
ing the track to “lock.” Arctic Cat
recommends that the track tension
be checked daily during the first 300
miles of operation and once a week
thereafter and adjusted according to
need. The track will stretch and take
a “set” during break-in. After break-
in, track deflection must be main-
tained at 50.8-57.2 mm (2 - 2 1/4
in.) @ 20 lb.
Checking Track Tension
1. Remove excess ice and snow
buildup from the track, track
drive sprockets, and the inside
of the skid frame.
2. With the gas tank nearly empty
(less than 1/4 full), lay the
snowmobile on its side. A piece
of cardboard should be used to
protect the finish on the hood
and belly pan.
3.
Exert moderate pressure
(approximately 20 lb) at mid-
span of the lower track section.
Measure the distance between
the bottom of the wear strip and
the inside surface of the track.
The measurement must be
within specifications. If the
measurement is not within
specifications, an adjustment is
necessary.
0740-329
Adjusting Track Tension
1. Loosen the rear idler wheel
adjusting bolt jam nuts.
739-636A
NOTE: To ensure proper track
tension adjustment, perform all
adjustments on both sides of the
snowmobile.
! WARNING
Never operate the snowmobile
without the belt guard secured in
place.
! WARNING
Track tension must be properly
m a i n t a i n e d . Pe rs o n a l i n j u r y
could result if a track is allowed
to become excessively loose.
! WARNING
D O N OT a t t e mp t t o ch e ck o r
adjust track tension with engine
running. Turn ignition key to the
OFF position. Personal injury
could result from contact with a
rotating track.
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