Track Tension - Polaris 340 Edge Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE
Track
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 run-
ning.

Track Tension

Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
Suspension
EDGE
NOTE: Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is
warmed up and limber.
Improper track tension can cause serious damage to the snowmobile, which
can result in loss of vehicle control and serious injury or death. Always main-
tain the track tension as specified.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the machine 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.
NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
4. Check for specified slack between the wear surface of the track clip
and the plastic slider. Refer to the Track Tension Data Chart on page
98.
98
WARNING
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Weight
10 lbs. (4.54 kg)
WARNING
Measurement
Location
16 ahead of
I
rear idler shaft
Slack
Measurement
3/8 -1/2
I I
(1-1.3 cm)