Tie Rod End Inspection; Wheel Toe Measurement - Polaris RANGER 1000 2020 Service Manual

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TIE ROD END INSPECTION

• To check for play in the tie rod end

steering tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for

• 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 wheel/

hub 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).

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Make sure tire pressures are set the same on the right

1. Place machine on a smooth level surface and set

steering wheel in a straight ahead position. Secure

the steering wheel in this position.

2. Place a chalk mark on the center line of the front tires

approximately 10 in (25.4 cm) from the floor or as

close to the hub/axle center line as possible

It is important the height of both marks be equally

and left tires.

positioned to get an accurate measurement.

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