BOMBARDIER Formula Mx Lt 1988 Operations Instructions

II operators manual

LISTING OF AREA DISTRIBUTORS ___________ _ CANADIAN DISTRIBUTORS Quebec Branch 1350, Nobel Boucherville (Quebec) J48 1A1 (514} 655-6121 Province

HOW TO IDENTIFY YOUR SNOWMOBILE _________ _ The main components of your snowmobile (engine, track and frame) are identified by different serial numbe

CONTROLS/ INSTRUMENTS ______________________ _ N D F Q c A015 007 002 A ) Throttle Lever B J Brake Lever C J Ignition/Light Switch D) Head/amp Dim

C) Ignition Switch The lights are automatically ON when-ever the engine is running. OFF A002 007 002 Key operated, three (3) position switch. To sta

G) Rewind Starter Handle Auto rewind type located on right hand side of vehicle. To engage mechanism, pull handle. H) Primer A push-pull button loca

N) High Beam Pilot Lamp (Blue) Lights up when headlamp is on high beam. 0) Tank Cap Unscrew to fill up tank then fully tighten. ..A. WARNING: Neve

Fuse Holder Tachometer The tachometer is protected with 0. 1 ampere rated fuse. Fuse holder is locat-ed under the hood beside the tachome-ter. If it

Fully closed Fully opened A015 008 004 Fully open the valve in order to operate the vehicle. ~ CAUTION: Always fully open the T valve before riding

When installing bumper in its lower position, the retaining screws have to be relocated in different holes as shown. A0i5 007 024 Screw position

BREAK-IN PERIOD-------Engine With Bombardier-Rotax snowmobile en-gines, a break-in period is required be-fore running the vehicle at fu II throttle.

model V.I.N. _________ _ purchase date warranty expiry date To be completed by dealer at time of sale DEALER IMPRINT AREA AFTER SALES SERVICE The fo

10 -HOUR INSPECTION CHECK LIST ./ Engine timing Spark plugs condition: (remove and clean) Carburetor adjustment Oil injection pump adjustment Eng

FUEL & OIL ________ _ Recommended Gasoline Use the specified gasoline, leaded or un-leaded, available from most service sta-tions. MODEL GAS TYP

PRE-START CHECK ______ _ Check Points • ACTIVATE THE THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER SEVERAL TIMES to check that it operates easily and smoothly. The throttle

STARTING PROCEDURE ____ _ Test throttle control lever operation. Check that the emergency cut-out switch is in the ON position. A017 006 007 t ON ~

0 NOTE: The spark plug socket can be used as an emergency starter grip. A015 003 027 A003 003 016 Start engine as per usual manual start-ing. A WARN

LUBRICATION ________ _ AOOO 000 007 Frequency Routine maintenance is necessary for all mechanized products, and the snow-mobile is no exception.

Steering and Front Suspension Mechanism Lubricate upper and lower control arms and tie rod ends. Grease ski legs, ski pivots and idler arm.

A015 006 006 ' ·------r A015 006 004 ----25

Drive Axle Lubricate at grease fitting using low tem-perature grease. 26-------------------------Countershaft (Disk Brake & Driven Pulley) For pro

N --...1 )> ~ 0 NOTE: There are nine (9} grease fittings. Lubricate rear at grease -front arm: upper and lower axle front swing arm: up

FOREWORD __________________ _ The operator manual and the Snowmobile Safety Handbook have been prepared to acquaint the owner/operator or passenger of

Chaincase Oil Level Check the oil level by removing the oil filler cap. Oil level must be within lower and upper mark on dipstick with dip-stick

MAINTENANC~E ______________ _ The following Maintenance Chart indi-cates regular servicing schedules to be performed by you or your authorized dea

Belt Guard Removal A WARNING: Engine should be run-T ning only when belt guard is se-cured in place. 1. Tilt the hood. 2. Pull out both retaining

A001 003 003 Identification FACING PULLEYS "1IIF CAUTION: Do not force or use ~ tools to pry the belt into place, as this could cut or break t

A008 006 002 Strongly squeeze After the adjustment, brake should ap-ply fully when lever is approximatively 13 mm ( 112 in) from handlebar grip.

The front shock spring for surface condition. The rear shock spring (twin shocks) for drive(s weight. Driver's weight A015 005 041 Surface

Fit the key on the shock spring collar and turn clockwise for stiffness or coun-terclockwise for softness. A014 001 001 To summarize, the choic

Track Condition Lift the rear of the vehicle and support it off the ground. With the engine off I rotate the track by hand, and inspect conditi

(TYPICAL) Equal distance Guides A014 005 022 A001 055 011 .A. WARNING: Before checking track T alignment, ensure that the track is free of particles

Example: (Vehicle at sea level during full acceler-ation in normal conditions). Adjustment screw Engine speed Position no 2 7800 R.P.M. Position no

SAFETY MEASURES __________________________ __ Observe the following precautions: • Throttle mechanism should be checked for free movement before star

This initial adjustment should provide 3-5 mm ( 1/8 13/64 in) free-ploy when measured at the outer circumference of the brake disk. ,... CAUTION

Air Filter Leaving the vehicle uncovered during a snowfall or riding in deep powder snow may block the air filter. Lift hood and remove air filte

High Altitude Kit Snowmobiles used in high altitude areas ( 1200 m (4000 ft) and up) are subjec-ted to lose power, about 3o/o per 300 m ( 1000 ft)

0 NOTE: Should the coolant tem-perature raise above recommend-ed range 50 100°C (120 212°F) hose off grime from the heat exchanger (un-derneath th

A002 004 009 Retainer clips If taillight bulb is burnt, expose the bulb by removing the red plastic lens. To re-move, unfasten the two (2) screws .

Skis Wash or brush all dirt or rust accumu-lation from the skis and springs. Grease at all grease fittings. +WARNING: Check the condition of the sk

5 L (1 gaU-el "'~\ 11, A015 002 010 Coolant tank Primer pump When the coolant level is low enough, remove the engine bleed screw and lift

Stop engine and check coolant freez-ing point with a suitable tester. Coolant must be strong enough for the temper-ature in which the vehicle is o

Fuel Tank and Carburetors Remove the cap then using a syphon, remove the gasoline from tank. +WARNING: Gasoline is flamma-ble and explosive un

PRE-SEASON PREPARATION ______________________ __ To simplify the pre-season preparation we have drawn up a small chart. The chart indicates s

INDEX ______________________ _ THE 1988 "LIMITED WARRANTY" ... . OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS ... . 4 6 LISTING OF AREA DISTRI

TROUBLE SHOOTING ________________________ __ 0 NOTE: The possible causes have been listed in an order of frequency. There-fore, items should be ch

SYMPTOMS POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO 8. Engine compression Running with a lean fuel mixture may produce excessive engine wear resulting in poor

TOOLS ____________________ __ As standard equipment each new snowmobile is supplied with basic tools such as screwdriver, emergency starter rop

SPECIFICATIONS _______ _ ENGINE Type No of cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Compression ratio {corrected) Maximum horsepower R.P.M.* Carburetor typ

POWER TRAIN Track: width - length - tension - alignment Standard gear ratio Drive belt: number maximum width minimum width Chaincase oil ELECTRICAL L

ENGINE Type No of cylinders Bore Stroke Displacement Compression ratio (corrected) Maximum horsepower R.P.M.* Carburetor type Carburetor adjustment:

POWER TRAIN Track: -width length -tension -alignment Standard gear ratio Drive belt: number maximum width -minimum width Chaincase oil ELECTRICAL Ligh

Sl* METRIC INFORMATION GUIDE ____________________________ _ BASE UNITS DESCRIPTION UNIT SYMBOL length meter m mass kilogram kg force Newton N liquid

WIRING DIAGRAM ______ _ COLOUR CODE BK BLACK GN GREEN WH -WHITE GY -GREY RD RED VI VIOLET BL -BLUE OR -ORANGE YL YELLOW BR BROWN ..A.. WARNING: Ensure

WIRING DIAGRAM ___________________________ _ GENERATING COIL IGNITION SWITCH 0 w (/) tt 0 :::> z z 0 :::> rELIGHTING COIL C-3 C-6 SPARK PLUG

TtiE 1988 SNOWMOBILE LIMITED WARRANTY _________ _ 1 -PERIOD BOMBARDIER® INC. as manufacturer, warrants FROM THE DATE OF DELIVERY TO THE FIRST CONSUM

I I I CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR OWNERSHIP------------Any change in address or ownership should be brought to the attention of the manufacturer by comp

BOMBARDIER INC. ATT.: WARRANTY DEPARTMENT VALCOURT (QUEBEC) CANADA JOE 2LO I I I --------------------------------1 BOMBARDIER INC. ATT.: WARRANTY D

• Losses incurred by the snowmobile owner other than parts and labour, such as, but not limited to, transportation, towing, telephone calls, taxis, o

OFTEN ASKED QUESTIONS ________________________ __ 0: Why must my snowmobile be registered at the factory? After all I do have my original invoic

0: What costs are my responsibility during the warranty period? A: The customer's responsibility includes all costs of normal maintenance ser