Lynx Utility Series, Operator'S Manual

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For better deep snow performance
or to increase reverse performance in
deep snow, first loosen lock nut, then
tighten nut 3/4 turn after contacting
washers. Retighten lock nut. Adjust
the same on both sides.
For trail riding with a load or for pulling
a load, first loosen lock nut. Turn to
a maximum preload of 3 turns after
nut touching washers. Retighten lock
nut. Adjust the same on both sides.
3. Shackle Movement Limiter
For deep snow riding, do not install
horse shoe washers.
For trail riding with passenger and/or
weight, install 1 horse shoe washer
under each rubber stoppers.
For trail riding with heavy load and/or
pulling a load, use 2 horse shoe wash-
ers under each rubber stoppers.
CAUTION: Always install same
amount of washers on both sides.
1
2 3
A29F03A
1. Horse shoe washer(s)
2. Nut
3. Lock nut
4. Stopper Strap — Weight
Transfer
• Ride at low speed, then fully accel-
erate.
• Note steering behavior.
• Adjust stopper strap length accord-
ingly.
CAUTION: Whenever stopper strap
length is changed, track tension
must be readjusted.
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WARNING
Before proceeding with any sus-
pension adjustment, remember:
– Park in a safe place.
– Remove DESS key or tether cord
cap.
– Lift rear of vehicle off the
ground with suitable lifting de-
vice.
– Make sure lifting device is stable
and secure.
STOPPER STRAP
WEIGHT TRANSFER ADJUSTMENTS
STEERING
TRACK
(skis)
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Comfortable
Good weight
transfer
(light pressure)
No adjustment required
Light
Too much
weight transfer
(lift off the
ground)
Strap too
long
Reduce
strap length
Heavy
Not enough
weight transfer
(heavy pressure)
Strap too
short
Increase
strap length
Strap Length Adjustment
Easy ride XWLS / WLS
suspension
A29F06B
1
1. Screw or unscrew knob to vary strap length
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