Polaris 2003 Universal Snowmobiles - Manual (Page 170)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Suspension Troubleshooting
X-12, 133″
Problem Solution (perform only one change at a time)
Rear suspension
bottoms too easily -Check to be sure FRSS block is in highest position
-Adjust torsion spring blocks to highest position
-Adjust coil over spring on front track shock to increase preload
-Replace front track spring with overload kit #2871439
-Increase front and rear track shock compression damping by
turning 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 (see
your dealer)
-Change front track shock to lighter spring
-Decrease front and rear track shock compression damping by
turning screw counter-clockwise
Machine darts from
side to side -Make sure skis are aligned properly
-Make sure spindles and all steering components are free turning
-Ensure use of “E-Z Steer” skags
-Check Hi-fax and replace if worn
Front end pushes -Check for worn skags
-Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot points
-Increase front IFS preload by adjusting threaded preload collar
-Move FRSS to low position or move to forward hole
Steering is heavy -Check ski alignment
-Check skags and skis for damage
-Decrease IFS spring preload
-Make sure spindles and all suspension components are free
turning
-Reduce ski pressure:
S
Increase front track spring preload
S
Reduce IFS spring preload by adjusting threaded
preload collar
Setting up for deep
snow operation -Rotate FRSS to lowest setting, depending upon rider preference
-Decrease preload on front track spring
-Tighten limiter strap one hole
-Move FRSS to forward most hole