Air Intake Silencer And Fuel Tank - BOMBARDIER 1983 Shop Manual

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SECTION 02 ENGINE
SUB-SECTION 09 (AIR INTAKE SILENCER AND FUEL TANK)
AIR INTAKE SILENCER AND FUEL TANK
DISASSEMBLY
&
ASSEMBLY
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NOTE: For additional information (ex: exploded
view, fuelline(s) dimension, etc.) refer to the cor-
respondent parts catalogue.
Always reposition hose retaining spring clips after any
repair to prevent possible leaks.
AIR SILENCER
_ CAUTION: Never operate your snowmobile with
. " the air intake silencer disconnected. Serious engine
damage will occur if this notice is disregarded.
Everest models
The air intake silencer elbow must always be turned to
the front of the vehicle when operated in cold, warm
temperature.
If the vehicle is to be operated in deep powdered snow it
is recommended to turn the elbow towards the rear of
the vehicle.
Front of
vehicle
Powdered
snow
condition only
(ALL MODELS)
Alpine model
When operating the vehicle in temperature exceeding
O°C (32°F), the rubber plug must block the engine side
orifice and the rubber vent must be positioned on the
side of the silencer box to allow cold air circulation.
Above 0°
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vent
In temperatures below O°C (32°F) and/or powder snow,
the rubber plug must block the entry of fresh air on the
side of the silencer box and the rubber vent must allow
the warm air being emitted from the engine to be di-
rected over the carburetor.
_ CAUTION: Observe temperature changes and lo-
y
cate plugs accordingly. Incorrect location of plugs
may cause carburetor ice-up or engine overheating.
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