Polaris FST IQ LX Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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TROUBLESHOOTING
M-10 Suspension Troubleshooting
Problem Solution (Perform only one change at a time)
Rear suspension
bottoms too easily
Increase FRA position (see page 67).
Install appropriate optional center retainer on rear track shock
(see page 68).
Increase front track shock coil spring preload by adding
washers.
Revalve rear track shock compression damping (see your
dealer).
Check track tension (see page 142).
Rear suspension
rides too stiff
Decrease FRA position (see page 67).
Install appropriate optional center retainer on rear track shock
(see page 68).
Decrease front track shock coil spring preload by adding
washers.
Revalve rear track shock compression damping (see your
dealer).
Check track tension (see page 142).
Front end pushes Check for worn skags
Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot
points.
Shorten front limiter strap.
Install single skags (see your dealer).
Steering is heavy Check skags and skis for damage.
Check ski alignment (see page 146).
Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
Verify sag dimension (see page 65). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Adjust IFS preload (see page 55).
Adjust RIDER SELECT (see page 34).
Machine darts from
side to side
Check ski alignment (see page 146).
Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
Check for excessive play in steering assembly (see your
dealer).
Make sure skags are straight on skis.
Set static sag (see page 65).
Install dual skags.