Rear Suspension; Rear Suspension Adjustment; Rear Spring Adjustment - Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007 Service Manual

Rear Suspension

Independent Rear Suspension
• Compress and release rear suspension. Damping should
be smooth throughout the range of travel.
• Check all rear suspension components for wear or
damage.
• Inspect shock for leakage.

Rear Suspension Adjustment

The rear suspension may be adjusted to provide a stiffer
suspension if necessary.
1. Remove the top shock mounting bolts from the inside
mounting holes.
2. Reposition the shocks to the outside mounting holes.
3. Reinstall the shock mounting bolts. Torque to 30 ft. lbs.
(40 Nm).
Outside Mounting Holes
Inside Mounting Holes

Rear Spring Adjustment

The rear shock absorber springs are adjusted by rotating the
adjustment cam either clockwise or counterclockwise to
increase or decrease spring tension.
To adjust the suspension, use the adjustment cam located near
the bottom of the rear shock. This will allow you to increase or
decrease the amount of spring preload.
Rear Spring
Adjustment Cam
Shock Spanner Wrench
(PN 2870872)
MAINTENANCE
2.37
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