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  • Page 2: Safety Warning

    This Operator’s Guide, Safety Handbook and Safety Video should remain with the unit at time of resale. Printed in Canada (MMO2003-006_back coverA.fm GM) TM® are trademarks and ® are registered trademarks of Bombardier Inc. or its subsidiaries. © 2002 Bombardier Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 (CR) combustion chamber inserts installed. To validate limited warranty coverage, low CR combustion chamber inserts must be installed on engine at predelivery before using the vehicle. The high CR combustion chamber inserts must be re- turned to BOMBARDIER Warranty Department. CONTROLS/INSTRUMENTS 24-25 A33A0QA NOTE: See description or numbered items in 2003 REV Series Op- erator’s Guide (P/N 219 000 236) except for the following.

  • Page 4: Engine Cut-Out Switch

    7) Tether Cord Cut-Out System General The tether cord cut-out system prevents snowmobile to runaway, if the operator accidently falls off, by shutting off the engine. WARNING Always disconnect tether cord when leaving vehicle unattended and keep in a secured location. Operation Attach tether cord to clothing eyelet then snap tether cord cap over post before starting engine.

  • Page 5: Fuel Level

    23) Fuel Level Open fabric door to see the fuel level through the transparent fuel tank. A33H1OA 1. Fabric door 35) Adjustable Suspensions In addition to all suspension adjustments described in REV Series Operator’s Guide, take note of the 2 following points. Shocks All 4 shocks feature 2 adjustments.

  • Page 6: Primer Button

    High Speed Compression Adjuster The High speed adjuster modifies the damping force for high suspen- sion velocities — more than 0.5 m/s (1.6 ft/s). It tunes the vehicle for hoops or bumps that create high speed movement in the suspension. This adjuster has 3 turns of adjustment.
  • Page 7 37) Timing Switch Except European Model NOTE: This switch is disabled (not operative) on vehicles modified for warranty validation. A33E0GA 1. 91 Octane 2. 100 + Octane Select octane level according to fuel octane number used. CAUTION: Never use timing switch at position 100+ with 91 fuel octane.

  • Page 8: Fuel And Oil

    FUEL AND OIL Recommended Fuel Vehicles with Valid Warranty (Timing Switch Disabled) Use super unleaded gasoline, available from most service stations or oxygenated fuel containing less than 10% of ethanol or 5% of meth- anol. The gasoline used must have an octane number (R + M)/2 of 91 or higher.

  • Page 9: Recommended Oil

    BOMBARDIER FORMULA XP-S II MX Z X 440 synthetic injection oil ➀ ➀ CAUTION: The BOMBARDIER Formula XP-S II oil is specially formulated and tested for the severe requirements of the 453 engine. Use of any other brand two-stroke oil may void the limited warranty.
  • Page 10 BOMBARDIER injection oil is a special blend of basic oil and additives especially selected to ensure unequalled lubrication, engine cleanliness and minimum spark plug fouling.The BOMBARDIER FORMULA XP-S II synthetic injection oil provides superior lubrication, reduced en- gine component wear and oil deposit, thus maintaining maximum- level performance and antifriction properties.
  • Page 11 OIL/FUEL 33/1 A32I09A METRIC (SI) 1 L of oil + 33 L of fuel = 33/1 IMPERIAL 35 imp. oz of oil + 7.2 imp. gal of fuel = 33/1 1 L of oil + 7.2 imp. gal of fuel = 33/1 UNITED STATES 34 U.S.

  • Page 12: Starting Procedure

    STARTING PROCEDURE • Re-check throttle control lever operation. • Ensure that the emergency cut-out switch is in the ON position. • Ensure the tether cut-out cap is in position and that the cord is attached to your clothing. • If applicable use the octane level switch to select proper octane number according to fuel used.

  • Page 13: Fluid Level

    CAUTION: Use only (DOT 4) brake fluid from a sealed container. Never use any other types of fluid. A33D03A TYPICAL — BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR 1. Minimum Coolant Pump Shaft Oil Reservoir Use BOMBARDIER injection oil (P/N 413 802 900) (12 x 1 L). Fill up to mark.
  • Page 14 Coolant Reservoir Use a blend of 50/50 distilled water and ethylene-glycol (P/N 293 600 038). That blend will protect the system from freezing as low as - 37°C (- 35°F). Fill up to mark when engine is cold. A32C10A 1. Coolant pump shaft oil filling mark 2.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Track Tension and Alignment Tension NOTE: Ride the snowmobile in snow about 15 to 20 minutes prior to adjusting track tension. Turn off engine cut-out switch. Lift rear of snowmobile by the bumper using a wide-base snowmo- bile mechanical stand. Allow the rear suspension to fully extend and check gap half-way between front and rear idler wheels.
  • Page 16 CAUTION: Too much tension will result in power loss and exces- sive stresses on suspension components. Adjustment Loosen one of the rear idler wheel retaining screws. Loosen lock nut on both adjustment screws before adjusting track tension and/or alignment. Retighten after adjustments are done. A32F0WA LEFT SIDE SHOWN 1.

  • Page 17: Specifications

    (R + M)/2 or racing fuels depending of type of racing. ➃ BOMBARDIER Formula XP-S II synthetic injection oil (P/N 293 600 245 — 12 x 1 L) or BOMBARDIER injection oil (P/N 413 802 900 — 12 x 1 L) (or equivalent).
  • Page 18 - 37°C (- 35°F). ➆ CAUTION: Do not attempt to adjust gap on spark plug BR 9 ECS. Bombardier reserves the right at any time to discontinue or change spec- ifications, designs features, models, prices or equipment without incur- ring obligation.

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