Pro Guide: Ski-Doo Tundra II LT, Touring E/ELT/LE/SLE, Formula S/SL, Skandic 380 & 500 (1997)

Ski-Doo TUNDRA II LT / TOURING / FORMULA / SKANDIC Shop Manual - 1997

This official factory shop manual establishes the mandatory technical framework for the maintenance and repair of the 1997 model year fleet. A critical reliability benchmark is the verification of the oil injection pump alignment marks at idle position; failure to synchronize these marks leads to catastrophic engine seizure or excessive carbon fouling. Adherence to these OEM-specified calibration protocols ensures maximum fleet uptime and preserves the structural integrity of both the S-Series aluminum and Tundra steel chassis.

System Architecture: Technical Applicability & Serial Ranges

Tundra / LT Series (Steel Chassis / 277 Rotax)

• TUNDRA II LT (3266): Canada / U.S.
• TUNDRA II LT (3267): Europe

S-Series: Skandic Utility Configurations (Aluminum Chassis / 377 & 503 Rotax)

• SKANDIC 380 (1120 / 1122): Canada / U.S. / Europe
• SKANDIC 500 (1117 / 1118 / 1119): Canada / U.S. / Europe

S-Series: Touring Trail Configurations (Aluminum Chassis / 377, 443 & 503 Rotax)

• TOURING E (1115): Canada
• TOURING E LT (1116 / 1186): Canada / Europe
• TOURING LE (1112 / 1113 / 1114): Canada / U.S. / Europe
• TOURING SLE (1110 / 1111): Canada / U.S.

S-Series: Formula Sport Configurations (Aluminum Chassis / 377 & 443 Rotax)

• FORMULA S (1108 / 1109): Canada / Europe
• FORMULA SL (1106 / 1107): Canada / U.S.

Operational Parameters: Service Integrity & Precision

• Factory-standardized torque sequences for M8 grade 8.8 fasteners (21-25 N•m) prevent stress fractures in high-vibration engine mounts.
• Diagnostic troubleshooting matrices for the Total Range Adjustable (TRA) pulley systems enable precise primary clutch calibration for high-altitude operation.
• Integrated wiring schematics provide exact circuit paths for CDI ignition testing, ensuring rapid isolation of electrical parasitic loads.

Document Metadata

• Print Number: 484 0 647 00
• Page Count: 912 Pages
• File Format: High-Resolution PDF

Technical Depth & Factory Benchmarks

Rotax engine assemblies require strict adherence to volumetric efficiency protocols, including a maximum crankshaft deflection limit of 0.08 mm (0.0031 in). This documentation provides specific piston-to-cylinder wall clearances—0.070 mm for the Type 277 and 0.090 mm for the Type 503—to ensure thermal stability under sustained load. Furthermore, the manual dictates a drive pulley retaining screw torque of 90 to 100 N•m (66 to 74 lbf•ft), which is non-negotiable for safe torque transfer.

Visual Navigation Aids

Exploded-view illustrations serve as primary visual references, utilizing alphanumeric callouts to link physical components with factory part specifications and Loctite application requirements. Detailed "Engine Leak Verification" charts provide a binary diagnostic logic for identifying seal failures in the crankcase. Annexed wiring diagrams utilize standardized color-coding, such as BK/YL for ignition stopping, to facilitate precise multimeter probing at connector housings.

Table of Contents

• Section 01: Lubrication and Maintenance
• Section 02: Troubleshooting (Engine, Fuel, Transmission, Electrical, Suspension)
• Section 03: Engine (Types 277, 377, 443, 503 Service Procedures)
• Section 04: Transmission (TRA Pulleys, Chaincase, and Gearbox)
• Section 05: Electrical System (Ignition, Starters, and Lighting)
• Section 06: Rear Suspension (SC-10 Sport/Touring and Track Alignment)
• Section 07: Steering / Front Suspension (DSA Systems)
• Section 08: Body / Frame (Repair and Cleaning)
• Section 09: Technical Data (Metric Conversion and Spec Tables)

Operational Limits & Specifications

• Spark Plug Gap: Standardized at 0.45 mm (0.018 in) for all NGK BR9ES applications.
• Fluid Capacities: Chaincase/Gearbox requires 250 mL (8.5 fl. oz) of specialized synthetic oil.
• Engine Timing: Type 277 at 2.52 mm (0.099 in) BTDC; Type 503 at 1.66 mm (0.065 in) BTDC.
• Fastener Torque: M6 Grade 8.8 bolts specified at 10 N•m (7 lbf•ft).