Snowmobile Arctic Cat (2004 year). Manual - part 134

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Wear Strips

REMOVING

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NOTE: It is possible to remove and install a wear

strip without removing the skid frame. To do this,
remove the machine screw and lock nut securing
the wear strip at the front of the slide rail; then
align the wear strip with openings (windows) in the
track and drive it rearward off the slide rail. Apply
low-temperature grease to the new wear strip and
slide rail; then align the wear strip with openings
(windows) in the track and drive it forward onto the
slide rail. Secure with the machine screw and lock
nut.

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NOTE: The skid frame should be removed for

this procedure (see Removing Skid Frame in this
sub-section).

1. Remove the machine screw and lock nut securing

the wear strip to the front of the slide rail.

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2. Using a pipe wrench and starting from either end,

hook the edge of the wear strip with the pipe
wrench jaw and twist the wear strip off the slide
rail. Move the pipe wrench 7.5 cm (3 in.) and
again twist the wear strip off the rail. Repeat this
procedure until the wear strip is free of the rail.

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NOTE: The wear strip can also be driven off the

slide rail; however, it is quicker to use a pipe
wrench.

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CLEANING AND INSPECTING

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NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Clean the slide rail using parts-cleaning solvent

and compressed air.

2. Inspect the slide rail for cracks. If any cracks are

found, replace the slide rail.

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3. Using a straightedge, inspect the slide rail for any

unusual bends. Place the straightedge along the
bottom surface of the slide rail. If the rail is found
to be bent, it must be replaced.

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! WARNING

Always wear an approved pair of safety glasses
when using compressed air.

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INSTALLING

„

NOTE: Apply a light coat of grease to the slide

rail surface to aid in installing a new wear strip. If
there are any sharp edges on the lower portion of
the rail, use a file to remove them.

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1. From the back, start the wear strip onto the rail;

then using a block of wood and a hammer, drive
the wear strip forward into position.

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2. Secure with a machine screw and lock nut.

Tighten to 1.1 kg-m (8 ft-lb).

End Caps

„

NOTE: The skid frame does not have to be

removed for this procedure.

REMOVING

1. Remove the lock nut, washers, and cap screw

securing the end cap.

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2. Using a hammer, tap the end cap off the rail.

CLEANING AND INSPECTING

„

NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Inspect the end cap area of the slide rail for cracks

and wear.

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2. Inspect the end cap for any signs of cracking or

wear.

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3. Clean both the slide rail area and the end cap.

Using compressed air, clean the areas of dirt and
gravel.

4. Inspect the cap screw for cracked, stretched, or

damaged threads. Use a new lock nut when assem-
bling.

INSTALLING

1. Position the end cap on the slide rail; then align the

hole in the end cap with the hole in the slide rail.

2. Secure with a cap screw, washers, and lock nut.

Tighten to 1.1 kg-m (8 ft-lb).

Shock Pads

„

NOTE: The skid frame does not have to be

removed for this procedure.

REMOVING

„

NOTE: The shock pads should be removed only

if being replaced.

1. Using a 3/16-in. drill bit drill out the rivets secur-

ing the shock pad to the slide rail. Account for the
retaining brackets.

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2. Remove the shock pad.

INSPECTING

„

NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Inspect the pad and retaining brackets for damage

or wear.

2. Inspect the rivet holes in the slide rail for damage

or elongation.

INSTALLING

1. Place the pad and retaining brackets into position

on the slide rail.

2. Secure the pad assembly with rivets.

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! WARNING

Always wear an approved pair of safety glasses
when using compressed air.

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Front Outer

Idler Wheels

„

NOTE: The skid frame does not have to be

removed for this procedure.

REMOVING

1. Remove the cap screws and lock nuts securing the

front outer idler wheel and the idler wheel mount-
ing block. Account for flat washers and an axle.

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2. Note the locations of the flat washers for assembly

purposes. The washers are to be installed next to
the idler wheels.

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CLEANING AND INSPECTING

„

NOTE: Whenever a part is worn excessively,

cracked, or damaged in any way, replacement is
necessary.

1. Clean the bearing with a clean cloth.

2. Inspect each idler wheel and each plastic hub for

cracks or damage.

3. Rotate the idler wheel bearing (by hand) and

inspect for binding or roughness.

4. If a bearing must be replaced, use this procedure.

A. Remove the wheel insert (if applicable) and the

snap ring.

B. Using a hydraulic press, press the bearing out

from the inside of the wheel.

C. Press the new bearing (on its outer race) into

the idler wheel.

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D. Install the snap ring making sure the “sharp

side” is directed away from the bearing.

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E. Install the insert (if applicable).

! CAUTION

Do not remove the bearing unless it is absolutely
necessary. The bearing will be damaged during
removal.