Adjusting Ski Stance - Yamaha SXV4NP Operator's Manual

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NOTE: When the wear bars are
removed, measure the thickness of
both wear bars to see if they are
within the wear limit of 8.0 mm (0.31
in.). Replace as necessary.
Installing
1. Move the wear bar into position on
the bottom of the ski.
2. Align the wear bar studs with the
holes in the ski; then install the
washers and lock nuts. Tighten to
1.4-2.3 kg-m (10-17 ft-lb).
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NOTE: For skis with shims, ensure
the shim is installed over the wear
bar stud.
3. Repeat procedure for the other ski.

Adjusting Ski Stance

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NOTE: Local laws and/or regula-
tions as to maximum width of the ski
stance on these snowmobiles may
be applicable. Always comply with
the maximum width laws and/or reg-
ulations when adjusting ski stance.
1. Elevate the front of the snowmobile.
2. Remove the cotter pin; then remove
the nut and cap screw securing the
ski assembly to the spindle. Remove
the ski. Account for the ski damper,
inserts, spacer and washers.
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NOTE: Illustration below shows the
spacer on the inside, narrow ski
stance.
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3. To increase ski stance, place ski
stance spacer to the outside of the
spindle and adjust the damper.
4. To decrease ski stance, place ski
stance spacer to the inside of the
spindle and adjust the damper.
5. Apply a low-temperature grease to the
non-threaded portion of the cap
screw; then slide the cap screw
through the ski, accounting for the
rubber damper, inserts, and washers.
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NOTE: Install the cap screw so the
nut will be located to the inside of
the ski.
6. Apply Yamabond
locker to the threads of the cap
screw; then tighten the nut to 4.8
kg-m (35 ft-lb).
7. Place the cotter pin into the ski cap
screw and spread the pin.
8. Repeat procedure for the other ski.
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