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S TORAGE
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Long-term storage requires some preven-
tive procedures to guard against deteriora-
tion.
1. Cleaning
Thoroughly clean the snowmobile, inside
and out, to remove the corrosive salts and
acids that can accumulate. Use Yamaha
Mud, Grease, and Engine Cleaner, or an
equivalent product, to loosen mud, grease,
and grime. Wash with mild soap, then rinse
and dry completely.
2. Lubrication
Lubricate moving parts, suspension link-
age, and pivot points. Use the grease or
lubricant specified in the MAINTENANCE
section, or Yamaha Lube-Zall general-pur-
pose lubricant. Proper lubrication fights
corrosion while it reduces friction.
3. Fuel system preparation
Add Yamaha Fuel Stabilizer and Condi-
tioner, or an equivalent stabilizer, to the
fuel tank to help prevent fuel oxidation and
gum and varnish deposits, and to inhibit
corrosion in the fuel system and carbure-
tor. In areas where oxygenated fuel (gaso-
hol) is used, completely drain the fuel
system. Ask a Yamaha dealer if further
information is needed.
4. Engine
Proper storage of the engine is essential to
prevent costly rust and corrosion damage
to internal engine components. This is
more important in areas where oxygenated
fuel (gasohol) is used, because the alcohol
content in the fuel increases the chance for
water to enter the engine. Use Yamaha
Stor-Rite Engine Fogging Oil, or an equiva-
lent fogging oil, to protect both the com-
bustion chamber and crankshaft from
corrosion. An alternate method is to
remove the carburetor silencer and squirt
oil into the carburetor throats while the
engine is running.
CAUTION :
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Do not attempt to store the snowmobile
by simply starting the engine occasion-
ally during the storage period. This can
cause more harm than good! Moisture
and acids form during combustion
which can actually increase the chance
for corrosion damage during the stor-
age period.
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5. Protection
Apply a coat of wax to painted surfaces.
Apply suitable protectants to the exterior of
the engine, drive track, and to other metal,
plastic, and rubber parts.
6. Drive track
Loosen the drive track and block up the
chassis so that the track is suspended
above the ground.
7. V-belt
Remove the V-belt and store separately.
8. Storage
Store the snowmobile in a dry, well-venti-
lated place out of direct sunlight. Put a fab-
ric cover over the snowmobile, preferably
one that is designed for it. Do not use a
plastic or vinyl cover—condensation could
be
trapped
increase the chances of rusting.
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