Toe Alignment Inspection - Polaris Magnum 2x4 Service Manual

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Toe Alignment Inspection
CAUTION: 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 Dealer. One of two methods can be
used to measure toe alignment. The string method is shown below and the chalk method on page 2.31. If adjust-
ment is required, refer to page 2.31 for procedure.
Method 1
Be sure to keep handlebars centered. See note below.
NOTE: String
should just touch
side surface of rear
tire on each side of .......
machine.
Measure from string
to rim at front and
rear of rim along the
horizontal centerline .......
of the hub.
Rear rim measure-
ment should be
1/16" to 1/8" (.2 to
.3 cm) more than ........
front rim measure-
ment.
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NOTE: The steering post arm can be used as an indicator of whether the handlebars
are straight. The arm should always point straight back from the steering post.
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