Troubleshooting, Suspension troubleshooting – Polaris IQ Turbo Dragon User Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Suspension Troubleshooting

Problem

Solution

Rear suspension bot-

toms too easily

• Adjust torsion spring preload to achieve proper static sag

(see page 54).

• Change torsion spring to stiffer optional spring (see your

dealer).

• Revalve rear track shock (see your dealer).

Rides too stiff in rear

• Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot

points.

• Adjust torsion spring preload to achieve proper static sag

(see page 54).

• Change torsion spring to softer optional spring (see your

dealer).

• Check track tension (see page 124).

Too much weight

transfer when climb-

ing

• Set static sag (see page 54). Adjust torsion spring blocks or

install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.

• Adjust limiter straps (see page 55).

Too little weight

transfer when climb-

ing

• Set static sag (see page 54). Adjust torsion spring blocks or

install optional torsion springs to achieve correct sag.

• Adjust limiter straps (see page 55).

Machine darts from

side to side

• Check ski alignment (see page 128).
• Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
• Check for excessive play in steering assembly (see your

dealer).

• Ensure skags are straight on skis.
• Set static sag (see page 54).
• Check rail slide/replace if worn (see page 126).
• Install Accu-Trak dual skags (see your dealer).

Front end pushes

• Check for worn skags.
• Check for binding front suspension shafts and steering

components, grease all pivot points (elevate front of

machine).

• Set static sag (see page 54).
• Install single skag (see your dealer).
• Increase IFS preload (if equipped) (see page 51).
• Rotate RRSS to high position (see page 59).

Steering is heavy

• Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely.
• Check ski alignment (see page 128).
• Check skags and skis for damage.
• Set static sag (see page 54).

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