Polaris RZR 800 2013, Manual

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9924707 - 2013–2014 RZR 800 Service Manual
© Copyright 2013 Polaris Sales Inc.
• IMPORTANT: When tightening the tie rod end jam
nuts, the rod ends must be held parallel to prevent
rod end damage and premature wear. Damage
may
not be immediately apparent if done
incorrectly.
• After alignment is complete, torque jam nuts to
specification.
Tie Rod End Jam Nut:
12-14 ft-lbs (16-19 Nm)
SUSPENSION (STANDARD)
Spring Preload Adjustment
The front and rear shock absorber springs are adjustable
by rotating the adjustment cam to change spring tension
preload.
WARNING
Uneven adjustment may cause poor handling of the
vehicle, which could result in an accident and serious
injury or death. Always adjust both the left and right
spring preloads equally.
Suspension Spring Adjustment
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface and stop the
engine.
2. Raise and safely support front or rear of vehicle off
the ground to allow the suspension to fully extend.
NOTE: The tires should not be touching the
ground.
3. To adjust the suspension, rotate the adjustment cam
clockwise to increase spring tension or counter-
clockwise to decrease spring tension.
Shock Spanner Wrench:
PN 2871095
4. Each notch of the adjustment will add 6% - 8% more
preload to the spring over the primary position.
MAINTENANCE