Troubleshooting - Arctic Cat VLX 70002017 Service Manual

Install each wheel on its hub ; then using a crisscross pat-
tern, tighten the wheel nuts in 20 ft-lb increments to a final
torque of 40 ft-lb (steel wheel), 60 ft-lb (aluminum wheel
w/black nuts), or 80 ft-lb (aluminum wheel w/chrome
nuts).
NOTE: Make sure each wheel is installed on its
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proper hub as noted in removing (the "rotation
arrow" (if applicable) must indicate forward direction
of rotation).
CHECKING/INFLATING
1. Using an air pressure gauge, measure the air pressure
in each tire. Adjust the air pressure as necessary to
meet the recommended inflation pressure.

Troubleshooting

Problem: Suspension too soft
Condition
1. Spring(s) weak
2. Shock absorber damaged
3. Shock absorber preload too low
Problem: Suspension too stiff
Condition
1. A-arm-related bushings worn
2. Shock absorber preload too high
Problem: Suspension noisy
Condition
1. Cap screws (suspension system) loose
2. A-arm-related bushings worn
Problem: Rear wheel oscillation
Condition
1. Rear wheel hub bearings worn - loose
2. Tires defective - incorrect
3. Wheel rim distorted
4. Wheel hub cap screws loose
5. Auxiliary brake adjusted incorrectly
6. Rear suspension arm-related bushing worn
7. Rear shock absorber damaged
8. Rear suspension arm nut loose
Problem: Vehicle pulling or steering erratic
Condition
1. Vehicle steering is erratic on dry, level surface
2. Vehicle pulls left or right on dry, level surface
2. Inspect the tires for damage, wear, or punctures.
! WARNING
Do not operate the ATV if tire damage exists.
NOTE: Be sure all tires are the specified size and
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have identical tread pattern.
NOTE: If pulling is noted, measure the circumfer-
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ence of the front and rear tires on the pulling side.
Compare the measurements with the tires on the
opposite side. If pulling is noted during braking only,
check and adjust the brakes as necessary and recheck
operation (see Periodic Maintenance/Tune-Up).
Remedy
1. Replace spring(s)
2. Replace shock absorber
3. Adjust shock absorber preload
Remedy
1. Replace bushing
2. Adjust shock absorber preload
Remedy
1. Tighten cap screws
2. Replace bushings
Remedy
1. Replace bearings
2. Replace tires
3. Replace rim
4. Tighten cap screws
5. Adjust brake
6. Replace bushing
7. Replace shock absorber
8. Tighten nut
Remedy
1. Check front wheel alignment and adjust if necessary (see
Steering/Body/Controls)
2. Check air pressure in tires and adjust to specifications
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