Polaris Widetrack LX User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Suspension Troubleshooting
Problem Solution (perform only one change at a time)
Rear suspension bot-
toms too easily
• Verify sag dimension (see page 89). 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 89). 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 89). 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 89). 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 89). 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 89). Adjust torsion spring
blocks or install optional torsion springs to achieve correct
sag dimensions.
• Decrease IFS preload (see page 32).
Snowmobile darts
from side to side
• Ensure skis are properly aligned (see page 92).
• Check for binding front suspension shafts and steering com-
ponents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
• Ensure skags are straight on skis.

Polaris Widetrack LX Specifications

General

Brand	Polaris
Model	Widetrack LX
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English