Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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One of two methods can be used to measure toe alignment. The
string method and the chalk method. If adjustment is required,
refer to following pages for procedure.
Tie Rod End / Steering Inspection
• To check for play in the tie rod end, grasp the steering
tie rod, pull in all directions feeling for movement.
• Repeat inspection for inner tie rod end (on steering
post).
• Replace any worn steering components. Steering
should move freely through entire range of travel
without binding.
• 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.
• 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 the Body/Steering or Final Drive chapter for
more information.
Camber and Caster
The camber and caster are non-adjustable.
Wheel Toe Alignment Inspection
1. Place machine on a smooth level surface.
2. Set steering wheel in a straight ahead position and secure
the steering wheel in this position.
3. Place a chalk mark on the center line of the front tires
approximately 10” (25.4 cm) from the floor or as close to
the hub/axle center line as possible.
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
°
by moving vehicle forward or
backward. Position chalk marks facing rearward, even with
the hub/axle centerline.
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 1/8”, to 1/4”, (.3
to .6 cm) toe out. This means the measurement at the front
of the tire (A) is 1/8”, to 1/4”, (.3 to .6 cm) wider than the
measurement at the rear (B).
WARNING
Due to the critical nature of the procedures
outlined in this chapter, Polaris recommends
steering component repair and adjustment be
performed by an authorized Polaris MSD-
certified technician when replacing worn or
damaged steering parts.
Use only genuine Polaris replacement parts.
= In. / mm.
Wheel Toe-Out:
(A) - (B) = 1/8 - 1/4" (.3 to .6 cm)
Chalk Mark
Measurement “A”
Measurement “B”