Polaris 2003 Frontier - Manual (Page 124)

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TROUBLESHOOTING
M10 Suspension Troubleshooting
Problem Solution (perform only one change at a time)
Rear suspension
bottoms too easily
- Increase FRA position (see setup decal under hood for initial
position
- Increase X-over tube length (see setup decal under hood)
- Increase rear track shock coil spring preload
- Increase front track shock coil spring preload
- Change to optional stiff rear track shock compression spring
(see your dealer)
- Revalve rear track shock compression damping
(see your dealer)
- Check track tension
Rides too stiff in
rear
- Decrease FRA position (see setup decal under hood)
- Decrease rear track shock coil spring preload
- Change to optional soft rear track shock compression spring
(see your dealer)
- Revalve rear track shock compression damping
(see your dealer)
- Check track tension
Machine darts from
side to side
- Make sure skis are aligned properly
- Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely
- Make sure skags are straight on skis
- Increase IFS preload
- Ensure use of Accu-Trakt dual skags
Front end pushes - Check for worn skags
- Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot points
- Increase front IFS preload
- Shorten front limiter strap
Steering is heavy - Check ski alignment
- Check skags and skis for damage
- Decrease IFS preload
- Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely