2002 Ski-Doo Shop Manual Volume One, Page 341Get this manual
Section 08 STEERINGFRONT SUSPENSION Subsection 03 (SUSPENSION AND SKI SYSTEM)
Remove seal and O-ringsDrive out bushing if worn out
INSPECTION
Suspension Free Operation
Remove cover and check for free movement of ski leg by lifting end of ski
13, Ski Leg
Check straightness of ski legCheck for scored or scratched surfaceReplace as required.Check that splines on ski leg and steering arm interlock properly without excessive free playRenew as necessary
Examine each shock for leaksExtend and compress the piston several times over its entire stroke checking that it moves smoothly and with uniform resistancePay attention to the following conditions that will denote defective shock: skip or hang back when reversing stroke at mid travel Seizing or binding condition except at extreme end of either stroke Oil leakage gurgling noise, after completing one full compression and extension strokeRenew if any faults are present