7-8
4. Test drive the ATV on a dry, level surface and note
any pulling to the left or right during acceleration,
deceleration, and braking.
NOTE: If pulling is noted, measure the circumfer-
ence of the front and rear tires on the pulling side.
Compare the measurements with the tires on the
opposite side. If pulling is noted during braking
only, check and adjust the brakes as necessary
and recheck operation (see Section 2).
5. Increase the air pressure in the tires with the small-
est circumference measurement until all tires are
equal in circumference.
6. Repeat steps 4-5 as necessary to ensure proper
handling.
Troubleshooting
Problem: Suspension too soft
Condition
Remedy
1.
Spring(s)
weak
2.
Shock absorber
damaged
3.
Shock absorber preload
too low
1. Replace spring(s)
2. Replace shock absorber
3. Adjust shock absorber preload
Problem: Suspension too stiff
Condition
Remedy
1.
A-arm-related bushings
worn
2.
Shock absorber preload
too high
1. Replace bushing
2. Adjust shock absorber preload
Problem: Suspension noisy
Condition
Remedy
1.
Cap screws (suspension system)
loose
2.
A-arm-related bushings
worn
1. Tighten cap screws
2. Replace bushings
Problem: Rear wheel oscillation
Condition
Remedy
1.
Rear wheel hub bearings
worn - loose
2.
Tires
defective - incorrect
3.
Wheel rim
distorted
4.
Wheel hub cap screws
loose
5.
Axle shaft nut
loose (manual transmission)
6.
Auxiliary brake
adjusted incorrectly
7.
Rear suspension arm-related bushing
worn
8.
Rear shock absorber
damaged
9.
Rear suspension arm nut
loose
1. Replace bearings
2. Replace tires
3. Replace rim
4. Tighten cap screws
5. Tighten nut (manual transmission)
6. Adjust brake
7. Replace bushing
8. Replace shock absorber
9. Tighten nut
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