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Preparation for Storage
Prior to storing the snowmobile, it is
extremely important that it be properly
serviced to prevent corrosion and compo-
nent deterioration. BRP recommends the
following procedure to prepare the snow-
mobile for storage:
1. Clean the seat cushion with Vinyl
Protectant and a damp cloth.
2. Clean the snowmobile thoroughly by
hosing dirt, oil, grass, and other foreign
matter from the undercarriage, tunnel,
hood, and belly pan. Allow the snow-
mobile to dry thoroughly. DO NOT get
water into any part of the engine.
3. Drain all gas from the gas tank; then
drain the gasoline from the carbure-
tor by loosening the drain screw on
the carburetor float chamber.
4. Plug the muffler outlet with a clean
cloth.
5. With the ignition key in the OFF posi-
tion:
A. Disconnect the high tension wire
from the spark plug; then remove
the spark plug.
B. Pour 10 mL (approximately two
teaspoons) of petroleum-based
oil into the spark plug hole; then
pull the recoil starter handle
slowly about five times.
CAUTION
Never crank the engine over without
grounding the spark plug. Damage to the
transistorized ignition may result.
C. Install the spark plug and con-
nect the high tension wire.
6. Change the oil.
7. Tighten all screws, nuts, and bolts
securely.
8. Make sure all rivets holding compo-
nents together are tight. Replace all
loose rivets.
9. Clean and polish the hood, console,
and chassis with XPS Spray Cleaner
and Polish. DO NOT USE SOL-
VENTS.
THE
WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH.
NOTE: Disconnect the battery
cables making sure to disconnect
the negative cable first; then clean
the battery posts and cables. Charge
the battery.
10. If possible, store the snowmobile
indoors. Raise the rear of the snowmo-
bile off the floor and block up the rear
end. Cover the snowmobile with a
snowmobile cover to protect it from
dirt and dust.
11. If the snowmobile must be stored
outdoors, block the entire snowmo-
bile off the ground and cover it with
a snowmobile cover to protect it
from dirt, dust, and rain.
CAUTION
Avoid using a plastic cover as moisture
will collect on the snowmobile causing cor-
rosion.
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