9850067 R01 - 2020-2021
GENERAL
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GENERAL XP
Service Manual
© Copyright Polaris Inc.
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TIE ROD END / WHEEL HUB
INSPECTION
1. To check for play in the tie rod end, grasp the steering
tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for movement.
2. Replace any worn steering components. Steering
should move freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
3. Elevate front end of machine so front wheels are off
the ground. Check for any looseness in front wheel/
hub assembly by grasping the tire firmly at top and
bottom first, and then at front and rear. Try to move
the wheel and hub by pushing inward and pulling
outward.
4. If abnormal movement is detected, inspect the hub
and wheel assembly to determine the cause (loose
wheel nuts or loose front hub nut). Refer to Final
Drive chapter for service procedures.
STEERING RACK REMOVAL
1. Remove the wheel nuts and wheels from the vehicle.
2. Remove the fasteners securing the tie rods end to the
front bearing carriers.
3. Remove the lower steering shaft from the steering
rack gearbox. Refer to
procedure.
4. Remove the fasteners that hold the steering rack
gearbox to the vehicle.
5. Rotate the steering rack as necessary and remove
the rack from the LH side of the vehicle.
