Polaris 550 IQ 136 2013, Owner'S Manual

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THE PERFECT FIT
Traction Products
Carbide Skags
A skag is a replaceable bar attached to the underside of the ski to assist
in turning the snowmobile and to prevent ski wear caused by contact
with roads and other bare terrain. Use carbide skags with studded tracks
to help maintain proper vehicle steering and control. See page 93.
If your snowmobile has carbide skags, it may be necessary to add track
studs to maintain proper vehicle control. Maintain a proper balance
between the number of studs and the length of carbide on the skags (the
more studs you use, the longer the carbide on the skags should be). See
your dealer's track studding chart.
Inspect skags frequently. Worn skags may reduce steering and braking
control on hard-packed snow and ice. Replace worn skags to maintain
proper balance and vehicle control.
WARNING! Loss of control can result in serious personal injury or death.
Proper balance of traction products on the skis and track must be maintained to
obtain proper vehicle control on hard-packed snow or ice. See your dealer for
assistance.
Wear Strips
To avoid excessive tunnel wear, tunnel wear strips must be installed
whenever track studding is used.
Install the appropriate wear strip kit. See your dealer.
Wear strips are designed for a specific stud length. See your dealer's
studding chart for recommended traction accessories.
NOTICE: Whenever wear strips are relocated, be sure there's adequate stud
clearance to the tunnel. Lack of clearance may result in damage to
tunnel.