Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile - Manual (Page 140)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Suspension Troubleshooting -- Models with X-12
Problem Solution
Rear suspension bottoms too easily -Check to be sure FRSS block is in highest
position
-Adjust torsion spring blocks to highest posi-
tion
-Adjust coil over spring on front track shock to
increase preload
--Change torsion springs to .421 diameter (on
121″ models only)
-Change to next heavier coil spring
Turn indy select / AFX compression screw
clockwise
Rides too stiff in rear -Check for binding suspension shafts and
grease all pivot points
-Decrease spring preload adjustments
-Remove rear track shock spring or reduce
rate of spring (refer to wallchart)
-Change front track shock to lighter spring
--Change to lighter shock valving on models
equipped with Indy Select shocks (refer to
wallchart)
-Adjust front track shock spring to less pre-
load.
-Change FRSS to lowest position.
Machine darts from side to side -Make sure skis are aligned properly
-Make sure spindles and all steering compo-
nents are free turning
-Make sure skags are straight on skis
-Ensure use of “Easy-Steer” skags
-Shift FRSS to highest position
Front end pushes -Check for worn skags
-Check for binding suspension shafts and
grease all pivot points
-Increase front IFS preload
-Change FRSS to low setting or move to for-
wardmost hole
Steering is heavy -Check ski alignment
-Check skags and skis for damage
-Change FRSS to high setting
-Decrease IFS spring preload
Setting up for deep snow operation -Rotate FRSS to lowest setting, depending
upon rider preference
-Decrease preload on front track spring
-Move FRSS to forwardmost hole
-Tighten limiter strap one hole