Rail Slide Condition; Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection - Polaris 550 Transport Owner's Manual

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Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection

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Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile's reliability and cause
needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any snowmobile trip,
a visual inspection will uncover potential problems. Check the follow-
ing items on a weekly basis or before any long trip:
Check suspension mounting bolts for tightness.
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Check rear idler wheel bolts for tightness. See page 99.
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Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness.
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Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.
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Check rail slide condition.
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Check track tension. See page 98.
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Lubricate all rear suspension components. See page 76.
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Check ski runner/skag condition. See page 103.
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Check ski spindle bolts for tightness.
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Check tie rod end nuts for tightness.
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