Track Tension - Polaris 2011 FS IQ Widetrak Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE

Track Tension

WARNING! Moving parts can cut and crush body parts. When performing the
checks and adjustments recommended on the following pages, stay clear of all
moving parts. Never perform track measurement or adjustments with the engine
running.
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
Suspension
Widetrak IQ
Tip: Tension adjustments should be
made only after the track is
warmed up and limber.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the snowmo-
bile and safely support it off
the ground.
3. Place the recommended
weight or downward pressure
on the track at the specified
distance (see chart) ahead of
the center of the rear idler
wheel.
Tip: Measure at the point where the
weight is hanging.
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TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Slack Measurement
1/2"-3/4"
(12-19 mm)
Measurement
Weight
10 lbs. 16" (40 cm)
(4.54 kg) ahead of rear
idler shaft
10 lbs.
(4.54 kg)
16" (40 cm)
Location