Suspension (Foxtm); Spring Preload Adjustment - Polaris Ranger RZR XP 900 2011 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
• IMPORTANT: When tightening the tie rod end jam
nuts, the rod ends must be held parallel to prevent rod
end damage and premature wear. Damage may not be
immediately apparent if done incorrectly.
• After alignment is complete, torque jam nuts to
specification.
C
=T
Tie Rod Jam Nut:
12-14ft.lbs. (16-19 Nm)
SUSPENSION (FOXTM\
Spring Preload Adjustment
The front and rear shocks have a spring preload adjustment.
Suspension spring preload may be adjusted to suit different
riding conditions or vehicle payloads.
A
WARNING
Uneven adjustment may cause poor handling of
the vehicle, which could result in an accident
and serious injury or death. Always adjust both
the left and right spring preloads equally.
Spring Preload Adjustment - Factory Setting
Front
7.625 in. (19.37 cm)
Rear
3.625 in. (9.21 cm)
2.34
NOTE: Refer to the shock illustrations within this
procedure for spring preload measurement location.
The factory preload setting is appropriate for nearly all riding
conditions. Since this vehicle is equipped with full skid plates,
adjustment is not necessary.
Ifdesired, the spring preload setting may be adjusted to maintain
vehicle clearance height when carrying loads.
1. Raise and safely support the front or rear of the vehicle off
the ground to allow the suspension to fully extend.
2. Loosen the upperjam nut adjustment ring using the spanner
wrench (PN 2877408) included in the vehicle's tool kit.
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