Polaris 550 IQ Shift - Manual (Page 91)

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MAINTENANCE
Track Maintenance
Track Tension
Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-
rect tension and alignment.
NOTE: Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is warmed up
and limber.
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Lift the rear of the machine and safely support it off the ground.
3. Place the recommended weight or downward pressure on the track
at the specified distance (see chart) ahead of the center of the rear
idler wheel.
NOTE: Measure at the point where the weight is hanging.
WARNING
Moving parts can cut and crush body parts. When performing the checks
and adjustments recommended on the following pages, stay clear of all mov-
ing parts. Never perform track measurement or adjustments with the engine
running.
TRACK TENSION DATA CHART
Suspension Weight
Measurement
Location
Slack
Measurement
IQ 10 lbs. (4.54 kg)
16 I (40 cm)
ahead of rear
idler shaft
7/8 I -1 1/8 I
(2.2-2.9 cm)