Track Tension - Polaris FS IQ TOURING 7427 C Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE

Track Tension

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 adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
Suspension
IQ Comfort
M-10 136
NOTE:
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.
NOTE:
Measure at the point where
the weight is hanging.
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WARNING
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Slack Measurement
7/8"-1 1/8" (2.2-2.9 cm)
7/8"-1 1/8" (2.2-2.9 cm)
Measurement
Weight
10 lbs. 16" (40 cm)
(4.54 kg) ahead of rear
10 lbs.
(4.54 kg)
16" (40 cm)
Location
idler shaft