Suspension Troubleshooting - Polaris 2011 FS IQ Widetrak Owner's Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING

Suspension Troubleshooting

Problem
Rear suspension
bottoms too easily
Rides too stiff in rear
Too much weight
transfer when
climbing
Too little weight
transfer when
climbing
Front end pushes
Steering is heavy
Machine darts from
side to side
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Solution
• Set static sag (see page 52). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag
dimensions.
• Check for binding suspension components and grease all
pivot points.
• Set static sag (see page 52). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag
dimensions.
• Set static sag (see page 52). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Move limiter strap to high position (see page 54).
• Set static sag (see page 52). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Move limiter strap to low position (see page 54).
• Check for worn skags.
• Check for binding front suspension shafts/steering compo-
nents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
• Set static sag (see page 52). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Increase IFS preload (if equipped) (see page 50).
• Move limiter strap to high position (see page 54).
• Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
• Check ski alignment (see page 128).
• Check skags and skis for damage.
• Set static sag (see page 52).
• Check ski alignment (see page 128).
• Check for binding front suspension shafts/steering compo-
nents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
• Check for excessive play in steering assembly (see dealer).
• Ensure skags are straight on skis.
• Set static sag (see page 52).
• Check rail slide/replace if worn (see page 126).