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MAINTENANCE
To adjust spring tension, rotate the
entire spring in whichever direction
is desired. Equal adjustments should
be maintained on both sides of the
snowmobile. If after adjusting
spring tension you note the snow-
mobile front end wants to pitch,
relax the spring tension on the side
that is pitching. If both sides are
pitching, relax the spring tension on
both sides.
NOTE: The spring adjuster will
normally rotate with the spring.
734-501B
Skid Frame Front Arm
The skid frame front arm shock
spring and limiter straps are adjust-
able. However, Arctic Cat recom-
mends that the shock spring be
maintained as loose as possible.
Tightening the skid frame front arm
shock spring may ruin the handling
features of the snowmobile.
The length adjustment of the front
arm limiter straps determines the
weight distribution between the
front of the skid frame and the skis.
Tightening the limiter strap (short-
ening the strap) will pull up on the
front of the skid frame and will
increase ski pressure. Loosening the
limiter strap (lengthening the strap)
lowers the front of the skid frame
and decreases ski pressure.
When customizing the amount of ski
pressure, be sure to adjust both
straps equally and do not over-adjust
the limiter straps to adversely affect
steering and operator control of the
snowmobile. Some experimentation
may be required until the proper
adjustment for the operator’s indi-
vidual style is obtained.
Adjusting Rear Spring Pre-Load
Proper adjustment of rear spring
pre-load is necessary to get the most
comfortable ride. The chart is
designed to help in setting up rear
spring pre-load; however, riding
style is the single greatest factor in
determining rear spring require-
ments.
NOTE: These cam position set-
tings are suggestions only. Per-
sonal riding style will greatly
influence cam position settings.
Spend time to determine setting
preferences.
Rear spring pre-load adjustment is
accomplished by rotating the adjust-
ing cams. Position 3 provides the
stiffest ride, and position 1 is for the
light driver or slow-speed trail
riding. Position 2 is for the average
operator under normal conditions.
Always rotate the cam from the
lighter position to the heavier posi-
tion.
! WARNING
Do not adjust the front arm lim-
iter straps to a point at which
steering and operator control of
the snowmobile are adversely
affected.
Rider Weight (lb)
Cam Position
Up to 180
1
180-240
2
Over 240
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