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ADJUSTMENTS
ALIGNMENT
Parallelism must be adjusted with the ATV on the
ground, driving the vehicle forward about 3
meters [10 ft.] and measuring toe–in distance.
Refer to Figure 16.
NOTE: Every time the measurement has to be taken,
drive in reverse, then, drive forward again for
about 3 meters [10 ft.].
CAUTION: Verify condition of the steering system
components
before
adjusting
parallelism.
Damaged components can prevent proper
adjustment and impair proper operation of the
system.
CAUTION: Parallelism adjustment of front Track
Systems is very important and is directly linked to
longevity of System components. Users must
follow attentively the adjustment and verification
recommendations of this manual.
Figure 16
Dimension A:
inside distance between front
system frames at front wheels.
Dimension B:
inside distance between front
system frames at rear wheels.
A - B = 0 to 3 mm [1/8 inch]
Adjustment Method
To adjust the ATV’s steering system, first loosen
coupling rod nuts (
1
), then screw or unscrew the
coupling rod (
2
) an equal number of revolutions
on both sides of the vehicle. Re-tighten nuts when
adjustment is complete. See Figure 17.
NOTE: Starting with an open alignment setting
provides a higher degree of precision in the
adjustment.
CAUTION: Remember that some nuts have reverse
threads before loosening a coupling rod nuts
(1)
on the vehicle's steering system. Make sure to
unlock the nut in the proper rotational direction.
Figure 17
NOTE: Once parallelism of front Track Systems is set,
verify once more to confirm adjustment setting.
Dimension A
must be equal to or greater than
dimension B
without exceeding
3 mm
[1/8 inch].
