1998 Ski-Doo Snowmobile Shop Manual: Tundra II LT, Touring E/LE, Formula S/S Electric/SL, Skandic 380/500 Service Manual (P/N 484 0680 00)
Ski-Doo Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Tundra II LT, Skandic 380, Skandic 500, Touring E, Touring LE, Formula S, Formula S Electric, Formula SL
Sub-models / Variants: Canada, U.S., Europe, S-Series
Model Years: 1998
Serial Numbers: 1224, 1225, 1226, 1227, 1228, 1232, 1233, 1234, 1236, 1237, 1238, 1239, 1240, 1241, 1242, 3270
Technical Data:
- Magneto flywheel torque: 16 N·m (140 lbf·in)
- Starter motor output rating: 48 N·m (35 lbf·ft)
- Engine-to-seal/bearing clearance: 1 mm (0.040 in)
- Handlebar bolt torque: 26 N·m (19 lbf·ft)
- Test pressure for leak verification: 34 kPa (5 PSI)
Ski-Doo Manual Features & Content Preview
- Covers 1998 Ski-Doo Tundra II LT, Touring E/LE, Formula S/S Electric/SL, and Skandic 380/500 snowmobiles including S-Series chassis variants
- Official Bombardier shop manual part number P/N 484 0680 00, Volume 1
- Delivers 1155 pages of technical specifications, diagnostic flow charts, and exploded-view mechanical assembly diagrams
- Serves as the primary factory reference for the entire 1998 build cycle across the Tundra, Touring, Formula, and Skandic model ranges
Service and Diagnostic Content
This manual provides comprehensive technical breakdowns for the 1998 series. It details engine maintenance for the 277, 377, 443, and 503 power units, documenting top-end teardowns, bottom-end inspections, and full assembly sequences. Mechanics will find specific settings for CDI ignition systems, oil injection pumps, and axial fan cooling mechanisms. Working with these high-voltage ignition systems and pressurized fuel circuits requires strict adherence to the factory safety protocols outlined within the chapters to prevent injury or component damage.
Additional sections map out the transmission and brake systems to facilitate maintenance on the drive belt, pulleys, chaincase, and gearbox. The documentation also covers steering, front suspension, and rear suspension systems, offering a complete overview of chassis geometry and track maintenance requirements for winter riding conditions.
Technical Data Preview
Having precise factory specifications on hand eliminates guesswork in the shop. The literature lists critical torque values, such as the 16 N·m (140 lbf·in) requirement for the magneto flywheel and 26 N·m (19 lbf·ft) for handlebar bolts. Starter motor output is rated at 48 N·m (35 lbf·ft). Bearing lubrication relies on documented engine seal gaps of exactly 1 mm (0.040 in). For troubleshooting, detailed diagnostic flow charts walk technicians through engine leak testing procedures, specifically establishing the 34 kPa (5 PSI) pressure threshold to verify crankcase integrity.
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