Preparing To Ride

Performing Pre-Season Maintenance

Always give your snowmobile a checkup before the season starts. It’s easier to fix a problem while the snowmobile is in the garage instead of waiting until it spoils your fun on the trail.

Consult your owner’s manual for items that may need to be lubricated, tightened, adjusted, aligned, or checked for wear. Key items include:

Also be sure to perform all recommended maintenance.

Key Items To Check

Be sure to consult your owner’s manual before you attempt any adjustments or repairs. Taking your machine to a licensed snowmobile mechanic may be your best bet.

Maintaining a Clean, Quiet Machine

Beyond the pre-season checkup and maintenance, you can follow these suggestions to make sure your snowmobile runs cleaner and quieter.

• Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for type of oil and gas.
• Tune the engine for your altitude, including the proper carburetor jet setting, which improves fuel efficiency and reduces emissions.
• Change the spark plugs at least once during the season to ensure efficient fuel burning.
• Avoid opening and closing the throttle continuously, which causes inefficient fuel burning and increases emissions and noise.
• Don’t tamper with your stock exhaust pipes as that may cause the machine to exceed legal noise limits.