Polaris 800 Switchback - Manual (Page 105)

103
MAINTENANCE
Hi-Fax Wear
Check Hi-fax wear by
measuring the thickness at
several points along the rail
(A). Replace Hi-fax when a
thickness of 7/16″ is reached.
Take the machine to your
dealer for Hi-fax replacement.
If excessive Hi-fax wear
occurs due to poor snow
conditions, additional wheel
kits are available from your
dealer.
Suspension Maintenance
Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile’s reliability and
cause needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any
snowmobile trip, a visual inspection will uncover potential problems.
Check the following items on a weekly basis or before any long trip:
n
Check rear idler wheel bolts for tightness.
n
Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness.
n
Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.
n
Check slide rail Hi-fax condition greatly affects performance - have
your dealer replace when worn to minimum thickness.
n
Check track tension (beginning on page 97).
n
Lubricate/grease all suspension components (see page 70).
n
Check ski runner/skag condition.
A
7/16″ (1.1 cm)
Minimum Thickness
A