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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Steering Wheel Inspection
Check the steering wheel fo r specified freep lay and smooth o peration
at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning
on page 54.
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right.
3. There should be 0.8 - 1. 0 in (20 - 25 mm) of free play.
4. If there is e xcessive freeplay o r strange noises, or the steering f eels
rough or “catchy,” have the steering system i nspected by an
authorized Polaris dealer.
Cylinder Head/Cylinder Base Fastener Torque
Have your dealer check the RANGER cylinder head and cylinder b ase
fasteners for proper torque at the first service or after 25 hours.
Rear Spring Adjustment
The rear shock absorber springs are adjusted by rotating
the adjustment cam (1) either clockwise or
counterclockwise to increase or decrease spring tension.
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