Polaris 500 XC SP - Manual (Page 113)

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MAINTENANCE
Track
Track Tension
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
NOTE: Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is
warmed up and limber.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the machine and safely support it off the ground.
3. Place the recommended weight or downward pressure on the track
at the specified distance (see chart) ahead of the center of the rear
idler wheel.
NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
4. Check for specified slack between the wear surface of the track clip
and the plastic slider. Refer to the Track Tension Data Chart on page
110.
WARNING
Moving parts can cut and crush body parts. When performing the checks and
adjustments recommended on the following pages, stay clear of all moving
parts. Never perform track measurement or adjustments with the engine run-
ning.
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Suspension Weight
Measurement
Location
Slack
Measurement
EDGE 10 lbs. (4.54 kg)
16 I ahead of
rear idler shaft
3/8 I -1/2 I
(1-1.3 cm)