Suspension Spring Front / Rear Preload Adjustment - Polaris Hawkeye Repair Manual

MAINTENANCE
0.40-0.80 in. (10-20 mm).
3. If excessive free play exists, inspect brake pads, pedal,
linkage springs, and hoses for wear or damage and replace
any parts as needed.
Hand Brake Lever Free Play
Rear Foot Brake
4. Check foot brake effectiveness by applying approximately
50 lb. (23 kg) downward force on the pedal. The top of the
pedal should travel not more than 1 inch (25.4mm).
5. If more than one inch, two things must be examined:
• Free play of the brake pedal should be 1/8 - 1/4
inch (3.2 - 6.35 mm).
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.40" - .80"
(10-20 mm)
Rear Brake
1" or greater
50 lbs
Floorboard
• If free play is excessive: Inspect brake pads, pedal,
linkage springs, and hoses for wear or damage and
replace any parts as needed.
SUSPENSION SPRING FRONT / REAR
PRELOAD ADJUSTMENT
Operator weight and vehicle loading affect suspension spring
preload requirements. Using Spanner Wrench (PN 2870872)
adjust as necessary to avoid bottoming of the shocks.