Polaris Widetrak LX Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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SUSPENSION TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem Solution (perform only one change at a time)
Rear suspension bot-
toms too easily
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Rear suspension
rides too stiff
Check for binding suspension components and grease all
pivot points.
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Decrease shock compression damping (see page 34).
Too much weight
transfer when climb-
ing
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Too little weight
transfer when climb-
ing
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Front end pushes Check for worn skags
Check for binding front suspension shafts and steering com-
ponents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Increase IFS preload (see page 32).
Steering is heavy Check skags and skis for damage.
Check for binding front suspension shafts and steering com-
ponents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
Verify sag dimension (see page 91). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
Decrease IFS preload (see page 32).
Machine darts from
side to side
Ensure skis are properly aligned (see page 94).
Check for binding front suspension shafts and steering com-
ponents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
Ensure skags are straight on skis.