Tracker Off-Road 800SX, Service Manual

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Troubleshooting
Problem: Suspension too soft
Condition Remedy
1. Spring preload incorrect
2. Spring(s) weak
3. Shock absorber damaged
4. Shock absorbers too soft
1. Adjust preload
2. Replace spring(s)
3. Replace shock absorber
4. Check/replace shock absorbers
Problem: Suspension too stiff
Condition Remedy
1. Spring preload incorrect
2. Shock absorbers too hard
1. Adjust preload
2. Check/replace shock absorbers
Problem: Suspension noisy
Condition Remedy
1. Cap screws (suspension system) loose
2. Sway bar bushings worn
1. Tighten cap screws
2. Replace sway bar bushings
Problem: Vehicle pulling or steering erratic
Condition Remedy
1. Vehicle steering is erratic on dry, level surface
2. Vehicle pulls left or right on dry, level surface
1. Check front wheel alignment and adjust if necessary
(see Steering/Body/Controls — Front Wheel Alignment)
2. Check air pressure in tires and adjust to specifications
Problem: Ride height is too low (<10 inches at center of frame to ground)
Condition Remedy
1. Spring(s) weak
2. Spring preload incorrect
3. ROV/UTV overloaded
4. Tires not enough air pressure
5. Spring(s) broken
1. Replace spring(s)
2. Adjust preload
3. Remove weight from ROV/UTV
4. Add the recommended amount of air to tires
5. Replace spring(s)