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Maintenance – Polaris Sportsman 9922475 User Manual

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Maintenance

Drive Chain Slack

1. Check the amount of chain slack by

moving the vehicle slightly forward to

gain slack at the top side of the chain.

2. Collapse the suspension with an

adjustable (buckle type) trailer tie-

down strap. Fasten the strap around

the axle and rear bumper tube.

3. Tighten the strap until a straight line

can be drawn from the rear axle to the

gearcase output shaft intersecting the

swing arm pivot. This establishes the

tightest chain position.

4. Pull down on the chain tensioner to

move it out of the way, then measure

chain slack. It should have 1/4"-1/2" (6-12 mm) deflection.

5. If the chain needs adjustment, use the procedure on page 139.

Strap

Chain

Tensioner