Ski-Doo Grand Touring SE 1997, Operator'S Manual Supplement

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Page 2: ...Inc 1996 MMO 9705 GM SAFETY WARNING Disregarding any of the safety precautions and instructions contained in this Operator s Guide Safety Handbook or on product labels could cause injury including th...

Page 3: ...ith a brief explanation of the various suspension ad justments We trust you have taken full advantage of this If you need more complete servicing information please ask your dealer about the proper mo...

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Page 5: ...omote its correct use The information and components system descriptions contained in this guide are correct at time of publication We also reserve the right at any time to discontinue or change spec...

Page 6: ...ake Button 9 4 Gear Shift Lever 9 5 Ignition Switch 11 6 Tether Cut Out Switch 12 7 D E S S Pilot Lamp 14 8 Emergency Cut Out Switch 14 9 Headlamp Dimmer Switch 15 10 High Beam Pilot Lamp Blue 15 11 H...

Page 7: ...Backrest 27 Hitch 28 FUEL AND OIL 29 Recommended Fuel 29 Recommended Oil 29 BREAK IN PERIOD Engine Belt 10 Hour Inspection Break in Fuel Oil Ratio PRE START CHECK Check Points STARTING PROCEDURE 31 Ma...

Page 8: ...ke Adjustment Compressor Desiccator 37 Rear Suspension Condition Suspension Stopper Strap Condition Track Condition Track Tension and Alignment Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism Wear and Conditi...

Page 9: ...s or highways In most States and Provinces it is considered an illegal operation Never charge or boost a battery while installed on snowmobile Do not lubricate throttle and or brake cables and housing...

Page 10: ...compressed the brake is applied When released it automatically returns to its original po sition Braking effect is proportional to the pressure applied on the lever and to the type of terrain and its...

Page 11: ...finger Brake lever is now compressed half way applying brakes To release mechanism squeeze brake lever Locking lever will auto matically return to its original position Brake lever now returns to res...

Page 12: ...ely stopped and engine at idle move lever to engage in desired gear Do not force lever If unable to shift apply throttle to move snowmo bile and try again CAUTION Bring snowmobile to a complete stop b...

Page 13: ...sition each time To stop engine turn key to OFF position WARNING These snowmobiles are capable of a fast reverse Always re main seated and apply the brake before shifting Come to a complete stop then...

Page 14: ...ures a double function First it is a safety device to shut off engine if the driver accidently falls off the vehicle Second it is the D E S S Digitally Encoded Security System key Operation Attach tet...

Page 15: ...l prove to be useful in case of loss as well as for additional opera tors After engine is started 2 beeps confirm that the micro processor has recognized the tether cord The vehicle can be normally dr...

Page 16: ...for description 8 Emergency Cut Out Switch A push pull type switch located on the right side of the handlebar To stop the engine in an emergency push the button to the lower OFF position and simultane...

Page 17: ...tch Located on left side of handlebar allows selection of headlamp beam NOTE When holding switch for more than 1 second to dim light from high to low beam light will return to high beam position auto...

Page 18: ...ted position 1 Holding position for more than 1 second will increase heating to maximum 12 Heated Grip Pilot Lamp Amber Pilot lamp glow varies with grip heating intensity 13 Heating Throttle Lever Swi...

Page 19: ...ted gauge to facilitate fuel level reading This gauge works only when engine is running TYPICAL 1 Full 2 Empty 17 Air Suspension Switch This switch controls pressure inside rear air shock absorber Hol...

Page 20: ...Gauge Located in center of dash this gauge indicates pressure inside rear air shock absorber WARNING Always completely stop vehicle and engine in a safe place before attempting any suspension adjustm...

Page 21: ...peedometer Odometer These vehicles are equipped with a speedometer graduated in km or miles according to country of use Direct reading dial indicates the speed of the snowmobile in kilome ters or mile...

Page 22: ...n until all numbers read zero 23 Tachometer Direct reading dial indicates the number of thousand of revolutions per minute RPM of the engine TYPICAL 1 Multiply the reading by 1000 10 0 20 30 40 50 60...

Page 23: ...this range If needle moves into the over heat range reduce snowmobile speed and run snowmobile in loose snow or stop engine immediately TYPICAL 1 Overheat 2 Normal 25 Rear Passenger Heated Grip Switch...

Page 24: ...o suit driver s preference 28 Rewind Starter Handle Auto rewind type located on right hand side of snowmobile To en gage mechanism pull handle slowly until a resistance is felt then pull vigorously Sl...

Page 25: ...s except starter 20 A If any electrical device does not operate check its fuse condition and replace if necessary To remove fuse from holder pull fuse out Check if filament is melted WARNING It is dan...

Page 26: ...spark plugs dry and prevent shocks that might affect the adjustment or break them a holder is provided in engine com partment Firmly tighten them into the holder with spark plug socket in tool kit to...

Page 27: ...rk plug holders Spare Drive Belt Holder A spare drive belt can be installed in drive belt holder clip NOTE Spare drive belt is not supplied with snowmobile Fuel Shut Off Valve Valve should be closed w...

Page 28: ...26 TYPICAL 1 Closed 2 Opened Fully open the valve in order to operate the snowmobile CAUTION Always fully open the valve before riding Never allow the valve to remain half opened 1 2 A06H2IA...

Page 29: ...r or passenger convenience 1 Lift adjustment lock both sides 2 Turn adjustment knob Secure adjustment locks after desired position is obtained Height of rear grab handles can be adjusted Lift adjustme...

Page 30: ...be used to pull most equipment WARNING Backrest should only be repositioned while the snowmobile is stopped Adjust to provide maximum lower back support Always consider your passengers comfort and saf...

Page 31: ...as minus 40 C 40 F If unavailable substi tute with Blizzard Oil P N 413 8031 00 12 x 500 mL CAUTION Never experiment with other fuels or fuel ratios The use of unrecommended fuel can result in snowmo...

Page 32: ...30 Always maintain a sufficient amount of recommended oil in the in jection oil reservoir CAUTION Check level and refill every time you refuel Wipe off any oil spills Oil is highly flammable...

Page 33: ...Grasp manual starter handle firmly and crank engine Disengage brake before moving vehicle Electric Starting Insert key in ignition switch Turn key clockwise until starter engages Release key immediate...

Page 34: ...p sup plied in the tool kit NOTE The spark plug socket can be used as an emergency handle Wind the rope tightly around drive pulley When pulled pulley must rotate counterclockwise Hook up clip on driv...

Page 35: ...PE 1 Clip Start engine as per usual manual starting WARNING When starting the snowmobile in an emergency situation using drive pulley do not reinstall the belt guard and return slowly to have snowmobi...

Page 36: ...tor s Guide P N 415 0326 00 After all adjustments are performed rear air shock absorber can be adjusted as necessary Use the console mounted switch NOTE Compressor can be activated with the engine shu...

Page 37: ...ting Rope Condition Engine Head Nuts Engine Mount Nuts Exhaust System Engine Lubrication Cooling System Condition Coolant Replacement Condition of Seals Injection Oil Filter Condition Injection Oil Fi...

Page 38: ...ng and Front Suspension Mechanism Wear and Condition of Skis and Runners Steering Adjustment Suspension Adjustments AS REQUIRED Suspension Lubrication Suspension and Desiccator Condition Suspension St...

Page 39: ...37 MAINTENANCE Compressor Desiccator Once a year check color of element When new it is green then it turns light gray when full of moisture Consult an authorized dealer 1 Desiccator A06H2XB 1...

Page 40: ...he engine spark plug dry when removed Check fuel tank level turn fuel valve on check fuel filter replace if clogged check condition of fuel and impulselinesandtheirconnections A failure of the fuel pu...

Page 41: ...5 of Engine turns over but fails to start 4 Lack of fuel to engine Check item4 of Engine turns over but fails to start 5 Carburetor adjustments Contact an authorized dealer 6 Drive belt worn too thin...

Page 42: ...r cord 2 D E S S is activated Engine can not exceed 2500 RPM D E S S pilot lamp blinks rapidly and a continuous beep is heard Install appropriate tether cord 3 Faulty spark plug carbon accumulation Se...

Page 43: ...el tank and refill with appropriate mixture ratio 5 Water in fuel Drain fuel system and refill with fresh fuel SYMPTOM Snowmobile cannot reach full speed Possible cause What to do 1 D E S S has not re...

Page 44: ...l antifreeze for aluminum engines mixed with wa ter 3 parts of antifreeze for 2 parts of water GENERAL GRAND TOURING SE Engine Maximumpowerengine speed RPM 8500 Drive belt Number 415 0603 00 New belt...

Page 45: ...d bottom See photo below Activate air suspension switch to obtain the mini mum required pressure before operating the snowmobile AIR SUSPENSION GAUGE 1 Minimum required pressure before riding CAUTION...

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