Steering; Tie Rod End/Steering Inspection - Polaris 2014 Sportsman 570 EF Service Manual

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STEERING

The steering components should be checked periodically
for loose fasteners, worn tie rod ends, and damage. Also
check to make sure all cotter pins are in place. If cotter
pins are removed, they must not be re-used. Always use
new cotter pins.
Replace any worn or damaged steering components.
Steering should move freely through entire range of
travel without binding. Check routing of all cables, hoses,
and wiring to be sure the steering mechanism is not
restricted or limited.
NOTE: Whenever steering components are replaced,
check front end alignment. Use only genuine Polaris
parts.
WARNING
Due to the critical nature of the procedures outlined in
this chapter, Polaris recommends steering component
repair and adjustment be performed by an authorized
MSD-certified technician when replacing worn or
damaged steering parts.
Use only genuine Polaris replacement parts.
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Tie Rod End/Steering Inspection

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• To check for play in the tie rod end, grasp the
steering tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for
movement.
• Repeat inspection for inner tie rod end on steering
post.
• Replace any worn steering components. Steering
should move freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
• Elevate front end of machine so front wheels are
off the ground. Check for any looseness in front
hub / wheel assembly by grasping the tire firmly at
top and bottom first, and then at front and rear. Try
to move the wheel and hub by pushing inward and
pulling outward.
• If abnormal movement is detected, inspect the hub
and wheel assembly to determine the cause (
possible loose wheel nuts or loose front hub
components).
• Refer to the Body/Steering Chapter 5 or Final
Drive Chapter 7 for service procedures.