Polaris PREDATOR 2003, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
2.20
METHOD 2: CHALK
1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.
2. Set handlebars in a straight ahead position and
secure handlebars in this position. NOTE: The
steering post arm “frog” can be used as an
indicator of whether the handlebars are straight.
The frog should be centered with equal clearance
between the steering stops.
3. Place a chalk mark on the center line of the front
tires as close to the hub/axle center line as
possible, or measure to a specific distance from
the floor. NOTE: It is important that the height of
both marks be equally positioned in order to get
an accurate measurement.
4. Measure the distance between the marks and
record the measurement. Call this measurement
“A”.
5. Rotate the tires 180
q
by moving vehicle forward or
backward. Position chalk marks even with the
hub/axle centerline or the specified floor
measurement.
6. Again measure the distance between the marks
and record. Call this measurement “B”. Subtract
measurement “B” from measurement “A”. The
difference between measurements “A” and “B” is
the vehicle toe alignment. The recommended
vehicle toe tolerance is 0 to 1/16
s
( 0 to .0625 cm)
toe out. This means the measurement at the front
of the tire (A) is 0 to 1/16
s
( 0 to .0625 cm) wider
than the measurement at the rear (B).
Chalk Line
Measurement “A”
Measurement “B”
Ill.1
STEERING INSPECTION / TIE
ROD ENDS AND HUBS /
G
To check for play in the tie rod end,
grasp the steering tie rod, pull in all
directions feeling for movement.
G
Repeat inspection for inner tie rod
end on steering post.
G
Elevate front end of machine so front
wheels are off the ground. Check for
any looseness in front hub / wheel
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.
G
If abnormal movement is detected,
inspect the hub and wheel assembly
to determine the cause ( possible
loose wheel nuts or loose front hub
components).
Check for Loose Wheel or Hub
G
Refer to the Body/Suspension
Chapter 5 or Final Drive Chapter for
service procedures.
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