Steering; Steering Inspection Note; Tie Rod End / Steering Inspection - Polaris RANGER 500 2017 Service Manual

STEERING

STEERING INSPECTION NOTE

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.
NOTICE
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
Polaris 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

• To check for play in the tie rod end, grasp the steering
tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for movement.
• 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 (loose wheel
nuts or loose front hub nut).
• Refer to the Steering/Suspension or Final Drive
chapter for more information.
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