Chassis; Ski/Ski Runner; Steering System - Yamaha FX10X 2008 Service Manual

SKI/SKI RUNNER/STEERING SYSTEM
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CHASSIS

SKI/SKI RUNNER

1. Inspect:
• Ski
• Ski runner
Damage/wear → Replace.
• Ski runner thickness a
• Plastic ski thickness b
Out of specification → Replace.
Ski runner wear limit:
FX10/FX10RT/FX10RTR/FX10RTRA
8 mm (0.31 in)
FX10MT/FX10MTR/FX10MTRA
6 mm (0.24 in)
Plastic ski wear limit:
FX10RT/FX10RTR/FX10RTRA
12 mm (0.47 in)
FX10
13 mm (0.51 in)
FX10MT/FX10MTR/FX10MTRA
24 mm (0.95 in)
CAUTION:
To avoid scratching, wearing and damaging the
plastic skis, be careful when loading and
unloading the snowmobile and avoid riding in
areas with little or no snow and on surfaces
with sharp edges such as concrete, curbs, etc.

STEERING SYSTEM

Free play check
1. Check:
• Steering system free play
Move the handlebar up and down and back
and forth.
Turn the handlebar slightly to the right and
left.
Excessive free play → Check that the handle-
bar, tie rod ends and relay rod ends are
installed securely in position. If free play still
exists, check the steering bearing, front sus-
pension links and ski mounting area for wear.
Replace if necessary.
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