Final Drive - Polaris SPORTSMAN 600 2003 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Due to the critical nature of the procedures out-
lined in this chapter, Polaris recommends
steering component repair and adjustment be
performed by an authorized Polaris MSD- -certi-
fied technician when replacing worn or dam-
aged steering parts. Use only genuine Polaris
replacement parts.
One of two methods can be used to measure toe
alignment. The string method and the chalk method.
If adjustment is required, refer to following pages for
procedure.
TIE ROD END / STEERING
INSPECTION
G To check for play in the tie rod end,
grasp the steering tie rod, pull in all
directions feeling for movement.
G
Repeat inspection for inner tie rod
end on steering post.
G Replace any
components. Steering should move
freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
G Elevate front end of machine so front
wheels are off the ground. Check for
any looseness in front hub / wheel
assembly by grasping the tire firmly
at top and bottom first, and then at
front and rear. Try to move the wheel
and hub by pushing inward and
pulling outward.
worn steering
TIE ROD END/STEERING INSPECTION
CONT'D
G
If abnormal movement is detected,
inspect the hub and wheel assembly
to determine the cause ( possible
loose wheel nuts or loose front hub
components).
Check for Loose Wheel or Hub
G Refer to the Body/Steering Chapter
5 or Final Drive Chapter 7 for service
procedures.
CAMBER AND CASTER
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
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