Index Snowmobiles / ATV Snowmobile Polaris DEEP SNOW (TRAIL RMK, 600 RMK, 700 RMK, 800 RMK, 900 RMK, 600 SWITCHBACK, 800 SWITCHBACK) - service manual 2005 year
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STEERING 9.7 SPINDLE CENTERING / SET UP WIDTH / CAMBER ADJUSTMENT Prior to performing steering alignment, the suspension should be inspected for damage or wear and replacement parts installed WARNING A maximum set up width is listed in the chart in this chapter. Maximum set up width is the maximum allowable distance between ski spindle centers with front end of vehicle off the ground and suspension fully extended. The Maximum Set Up Width specifications are maximum width measurements, and are critical to ensure adequate torsion bar engagement with the trailing arm. If the suspension is set too wide , the torsion bar may disengage from trailing arm. Do not attempt to set the suspension wider than the specified Maximum Set Up Width. 1. Make sure the track is properly aligned. Refer to Maintenance Chapter for procedure. This will be used as a reference point for final toe out measurement. 2. Support the front of the machine 1-2” (2.5-5.1 cm.) with the skis off the floor. measurement. Both spindles should be an equal distance ± 1/8“ (3 mm) from the center of the chassis after adjusting camber, width. This measurement is controlled by adjusting radius rod length. 6. Measure set up width and record. This measurement is controlled by adjusting radius rod length, and must not exceed the Maximum Setup Width listed in the appropriate table (at the front of this section) after all steering adjustments are complete. See illustration below for procedure. Camber / Width / and Centering are dimension that depend on each other. Each one should be checked after any changes made. Make marks here at the center of the contact area. Measure from mark to mark Measure the center to center of the spindles with the front end elevated and Straight Edge Spindle To Chassis Centering Left = Right ± 1/8″. |