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1-4 15. Remove the drive belt from the drive clutch/driven pulley. Lay the belt on a flat surface or slide it into a cardboard sleeve to prevent warping or distortion during storage; then clean and inspect the drive clutch and driven pulley. 16. Apply light oil to the upper steering post bushing, ski spindles and bolts, front and rear pivot bushings of the skid frame, and plungers of the shock absorbers. 17. Lubricate all grease fittings (front and rear suspen- sion, spindles, speedometer drive adapter, and the driven shaft support bearing) with a low-tempera- ture grease. 18. Tighten all nuts, bolts, and cap screws making sure all calibrated nuts, bolts, and cap screws are tight- ened to specifications. Make sure all rivets holding the components together are tight. Replace all loose rivets. 19. Clean and polish the hood, console, and chassis with Arctic Cat Hood and Windshield Cleaner/ Polish (p/n 0636-174). DO NOT USE SOLVENTS OR SPRAY CLEANERS. THE PRO- PELLENT WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH. 20. On electric start models, disconnect the battery cables making sure to disconnect the negative cable first; then clean the battery posts and cables. 21. If possible, store the snowmobile indoors. Raise the track off the floor by blocking up the back end making sure the snowmobile is secure. Loosen the track adjusting bolts to reduce track tension. Cover the snowmobile with a machine cover or a heavy, ventilated tarpaulin to protect it from dirt and dust. 22. If the snowmobile must be stored outdoors, posi- tion the snowmobile out of direct sunlight; then block the entire snowmobile off the ground making sure the snowmobile is secure. Loosen the track adjusting bolts to reduce track tension. Cover with a machine cover or a heavy, ventilated tarpaulin to protect it from dirt, dust, and rain. Preparation After Storage Taking the snowmobile out of storage and correctly preparing it for another season will assure many miles and hours of trouble-free snowmobiling. Arctic Cat recommends the following procedure: 1. Clean the snowmobile thoroughly. Polish the exte- rior of the snowmobile. 2. Clean the engine. Remove the cloth from the exhaust system. Check exhaust system and air- intake silencer/air filter for obstructions. 3. Inspect all control wires and cables for signs of wear or fraying. Replace if necessary. Use cable ties or tape to route wires and cables away from hot or rotating parts. 4. Inspect the drive belt for cracks and tears. Check belt specifications. Replace if damaged or worn. Install the drive belt. NOTE: If the old belt is worn but in reasonable 5. On carbureted models, inspect the in-line fuel filter and replace if necessary. 6. Inspect all fuel hoses and oil hoses for deterioration or cracks; replace if necessary. Make sure all con- nections are tight; then fill the oil-injection reser- voir with the recommended injection oil. NOTE: After prolonged storage, Arctic Cat recom- 7. Inspect the entire brake system, all controls, head- light, taillight, brakelight, ski wear bars, and head- light aim; adjust or replace as necessary. 8. Inspect each spark plug. Replace, gap, or clean as necessary. ! CAUTION Batteries require charging if left for extended non- ! CAUTION On models with remote start, make sure to leave the ! CAUTION Avoid storing in direct sunlight and using a plastic ! CAUTION On carbureted models if the gas in each carburetor |