Inspection; Alignment Bar Specifications - Polaris INDY TRAIL RMK Service Manual

BODY AND STEERING

Inspection

Prior to performing steering alignment, inspect all steering and suspension components for wear or damage and
replace parts as necessary. Refer to steering assembly exploded views in this chapter for identification of
components and torque values of fasteners. While disassembling, make notes of what direction a bolt goes
through a part, what type of nut is used in an application, in which direction do the steering arms go on - weld up or
weld down, etc.
Some of the fasteners used in the IFS are special and cannot be purchased at a hardware store. Always use
genuine Polaris parts and hardware when replacing front end components. Review steering adjustment
guidelines on page 6.8 before making adjustments.
The following components must be inspected at this time:
NOTE: Always follow rod end engagement guidelines found on page 6.7. Maximum setup width must be checked
whenever front suspension components are adjusted or replaced.
- Tie rods and tie rod ends
- Radius rods and radius rod ends
- Torsion bar and bushings / linkage (where applicable)
- Handlebars and steering post assembly
- Spindles and bushings
- Trailing arms and bushings
- Skis and skags
- Bell crank / Pitman arm / Idler arm
- Steering arms
- Shock absorbers, shock mounts, springs
- All related fasteners - check torque. Refer to steering exploded views at the beginning of this section.
- Grease all fittings.

Alignment Bar Specifications

Material:
Diameter:
Length:
PN 8700231 See Service Tool Catalog for
ordering information.
6.6
C-1018
.623² - .625² (5/8²)
(15.82 - 15.87 mm)
45² (114.3 cm)
45² (114.3 cm)
Æ=.623-.625² (5/8)
(15.83-15.88 mm)