Troubleshooting, Suspension troubleshooting – Polaris 600 IQ Widetrak User Manual
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Suspension Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Rear suspension
bottoms too easily
• Set static sag (see page 50). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag
dimensions.
Rides too stiff in rear
• Check for binding suspension components and grease all
pivot points.
• Set static sag (see page 50). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag
dimensions.
Too much weight
transfer when
climbing
• Set static sag (see page 50). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Move limiter strap to high position (see page 52).
Too little weight
transfer when
climbing
• Set static sag (see page 50). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Move limiter strap to low position (see page 52).
Front end pushes
• Check for worn skags.
• Check for binding front suspension shafts/steering compo-
nents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
• Set static sag (see page 50). Adjust torsion spring blocks or
install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.
• Increase IFS preload (if equipped) (see page 48).
• Move limiter strap to high position (see page 52).
Steering is heavy
• Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
• Check ski alignment (see page 108).
• Check skags and skis for damage.
• Set static sag (see page 50).
Machine darts from
side to side
• Check ski alignment (see page 108).
• Check for binding front suspension shafts/steering compo-
nents, grease all pivot points (elevate front of machine).
• Check for excessive play in steering assembly (see dealer).
• Ensure skags are straight on skis.
• Set static sag (see page 50).
• Check rail slide/replace if worn (see page 106).