Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 - Steering Maintenance; Steering System Inspection; Steering Wheel Free-Play Inspection

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9850045 R01 - 2020-2021 RANGER 1000 Service Manual
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STEERING MAINTENANCE
STEERING SYSTEM INSPECTION
Steering system components should be checked
periodically for loose fasteners
q
, worn tie rod ends / tie
rod fasteners
w
, loose steering shaft U-joints
e
, worn A-
arm ball joints and general damage.
Replace any worn or damaged steering components.
Steering should move freely through the entire range of
travel without binding. Check routing of all cables, hoses,
and wiring to be sure the steering mechanism is not
restricted or limited.
NOTICE
Check front end alignment whenever steering
components are replaced.
WARNING
Due to the critical nature of the procedures outlined in
this chapter, Polaris recommends steering component
repair and adjustment be performed by an authorized
Polaris MSD certified technician.
STEERING WHEEL FREE-PLAY
INSPECTION
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right and
measure the free-play.
MEASUREMENT
Steering Wheel Free-play:
0.8-1.0 in (20-25 mm)
3. If there is excessive free-play, inspect the following
components.
• Tie Rod Ends
q
.
• Steering Shaft U-Joints
w
.
• Steering Gearbox
e
.
MAINTENANCE