Polaris 500 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE
Steering Assembly
The steering assembly of the ATV should be checked periodically for
loose nuts and bolts. If loose nuts and bolts are found, see your Polaris
dealer for service before operating the vehicle.
Camber and Caster
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
Rear Spring
The rear shock absorber spring is
adjusted by rotating the adjuster (1)
either clockwise or counterclockwise
to increase or decrease spring
tension.
NOTE: Accessory springs are
available through your
Polaris dealer.
Throttle C able Freeplay
Throttle cable freeplay is adjusted at the handlebar.
1. Slide t he boots (1) off the inline cable adjuster sleeve (2). Loosen
the adjuster locknut (3).
2. Turn the adjuster until 1/16 to 1/8 freeplay is achieved at the
thumb lever.
NOTE: While adjusting freeplay, be sure to flip the throttle lever back
and forth.
3. Tighten the locknut and slide the boots over the cable adjuster until
they touch at the midpoint of the adjuster.
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