Throttle System; Throttle Freeplay; Throttle Freeplay Inspection - Polaris SPORTSMAN ACE 2014 Owner's Manual

Throttle System

WARNING
Failure to check or maintain proper operation of the throttle system can result in
an accident and lead to serious injury or death if the throttle pedal sticks during
operation.
Never start or operate this vehicle if it has a sticking or improperly operating
throttle pedal.
Immediately contact your POLARIS dealer for service if throttle problems arise.
Always check the pedal for free movement and return before starting the engine
and occasionally during operation.

Throttle Freeplay

If the throttle pedal has excessive play due
to cable stretch or misadjustment, it will
cause a delay in throttle response,
especially at low engine speed. The
throttle may also not open fully. If the
throttle pedal has no freeplay, the throttle
may be hard to control, and the idle speed
may be erratic.
Check the throttle pedal freeplay at the
intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 79.
Adjust the freeplay if necessary.

Throttle Freeplay Inspection

1. Place the transmission in PARK.
2. Apply the brakes. Start the engine. Allow it to warm up thoroughly.
3. Measure the distance the throttle pedal moves before the engine
begins to pick up speed. Freeplay should be 1/16 to 1/8 inches (1.5-
3 mm).
MAINTENANCE
Throttle Pedal
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