Content Source: 2019 850 INDY XC Owner’s Manual (9929182 R01) > Pre-Ride Inspections Chapter

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Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection

Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile's reliability and cause needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any snowmobile trip, a visual inspection will uncover potential problems. Check the following items on a weekly basis or before any long trip.

Item

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Check suspension mounting bolts for tightness.

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Check rear idler wheel bolt for tightness.

Track Tension

Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness.

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Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.

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Check rail slide condition.

Rail Slide Wear

Check track tension.

Track Tension

Check ski runner/skag condition.

Ski Skags

Check ski spindle bolts for tightness.

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Check tie rod end nuts for tightness.

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