2001 Ski-Doo Factory Shop Manual Volume One, Page 97Get this manual
Section 03 TROUBLESHOOTING Subsection 06 (SUSPENSION AND TRACK)
SYMPTOM CONDITION TestInspection
HANDLEBAR IS DIFFICULT TO TURNNORMAL USE1Check position of ski spring adjustment camsaMore pressure on the ground when cam increases spring preloadReduce ski spring preload2Check position of stopper strapaMore weight when stopper strap is shortLengthen front arm stopper strap3Check position of front arm shock adjustment cam(s)aWhen spring tension is weak, more weight is transferred to the skisIncrease spring preload4Check condition of ball jointsaCorrosion restrains movementLubricate or replace5Check swing arm camberaToo much ski leg inclinationAdjust camber to specifications6Check for proper lubricationaComponents need lubricationLubricateRefer to LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE