Polaris 2014 BRUTUS Owner's Manual - Manual (Page 100)

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MAINTENANCE
Steering Wheel Inspection
Check the steering wheel for specified freeplay and smooth operation at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 73.
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right.
3. There should be 0.8”-1.0” (20-25 mm) of freeplay.
4. If there is excessive freeplay or strange noises, or the steering feels rough or “catchy,”
have the steering system inspected by an authorized POLARIS dealer.
Suspension / Spring Adjustments
NOTICE: For BRUTUS HD and HD PTO models, the front shock absorber spring setting should NOT
be changed. For these models, the factory has pre-set the spring rate for optimal
performance for use with the various attachments that can be installed on the attachment
arm.
BRUTUS model: Adjust the rear and front shock absorber springs by rotating the
adjustment cam either clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or decrease spring tension.
BRUTUS HD and HD
PTO
models: Adjust the rear shock absorber springs by rotating the
adjustment cam either clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or decrease spring tension.
Place the vehicle on jack stands. See page 107. Adjust the front (BRUTUS only) and rear
shock absorber springs by rotating the adjustment cam either clockwise or counter-clockwise
to increase or decrease spring tension.
Tip: No tool is included for suspension adjustment, see your dealer for adjustment.
Cam
Rear Suspension Shown
Adjustment is similar for Front Suspension