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cable to the positive terminal first, then the
ground cable to the negative terminal of the
battery. Apply petroleum jelly to the battery ter-
minals.
10. Perform an engine tune-up as described in
Chapter Three.
11.
Check the fuel system. Refill the tank with
a 50:
1
fuel/oil mixture as described in Chapter
Three. Replace the fuel filter, as described in
Chapter Three, if it is clogged.
CAUTION
Use a 50:1 fuel/oil ratio initially when-
ever the snowmobile is removed from an
extended storage period. After running
through the first tank of gas, it is unnec-
essary to continue with the 50:1 mixture
unless the snowmobile is going to be run
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN
in extreme weather conditions. Refer to
Chapter Three for additional informa-
tion.
12. Make a thorough check of the snowmobile
for loose or missing nuts, bolts or screws.
13. Start the engine and check for fuel or ex-
haust leaks. Make sure the lights and all switches
work properly. Tum the engine off.
WARNING
The exhaust gases are poisonous. Do not
run the engine in a closed area. Make
sure there is plenty of ventilation.
14. After the engine has been initially run for a
period of time, install new spark plugs as de-
scribed in Chapter Three.