Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ LXT (2015 year). Manual - part 14

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IQ Rear Suspension Adjustments

Weight Transfer During Acceleration

The preferred method for controlling 
weight transfer during acceleration is 
by adjusting the rear rear scissor stop 
(RRSS). The factory setting is the 
best for most trail riding conditions.

To decrease weight transfer under 
acceleration (for improved corner-
ing), rotate the RRSS to a higher 
position.

To increase weight transfer or ski lift 
during acceleration, rotate the RRSS 
to a lower position. 

Tip: Your dealer can help you with initial 

setup and additional setup 
instructions to help you achieve your 
optimum ride. A scissor stop tool is 
also available from your dealer.

Track Tension

Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain 
correct tension and alignment. Refer to the track tension maintenance 
section beginning on page 110.

HIGH

LOW

LOW

MEDIUM

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Handlebar Adjustments

Use the RIDER SELECT feature to adjust handlebar position. See page 
33. Use the following steps to adjust handlebar angle at the handlebar 
block.

1. Remove the handlebar cover 

to expose the handlebar and 
the four adjuster block bolts.

2. Using a 7/16" wrench, loosen 

the four nuts on the bottom of 
the adjuster block (turn han-
dlebar to left or right for 
access to back nuts).

Tip: If necessary, pry the blocks apart 

with a screwdriver.

3. Adjust the handlebar to the 

desired height. Be sure 
handlebars, brake lever and 
throttle lever operate 
smoothly and do not hit the 
gas tank, windshield or any 
other part of the machine 
when turned fully to the left 
or right. If necessary, loosen the set screws for the left and right 
controls, rotate the controls slightly, then tighten the set screws to 
the proper torque.

NOTICE: Do not stretch wires while adjusting the controls. Stretching the wires 

could damage the handwarmers.

• Right control torque: 35 in. lbs. (3.95 Nm) +/- 10%.

• Left control torque: 24 in. lbs. (2.7 Nm) +/- 10%.

4. Torque the front bolts first, then torque the rear bolts. Torque the 

bolts to 15-17 ft. lbs. (20-23 Nm).

5. Reinstall the handlebar cover.

Handlebar 
Cover

Adjuster 
Block 
Bolts

Nuts

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Accessories

POLARIS offers a wide range of accessories for your snowmobile to 
help make each ride more enjoyable.

Use only POLARIS parts and accessories on your POLARIS 
snowmobile. Use of unapproved parts and accessories may result in:

• Non-compliance with government/industry requirements

• Voiding of warranty

• Injury to self or others

This applies, but is not limited to the following areas: brakes, clutches, 
fuel systems, and exhaust systems. Exhaust systems are critical safety 
areas that must use approved POLARIS parts. Please see your 
POLARIS dealer for service.

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Traction Products

Studs

Before equipping your snowmobile with traction products, be aware of 
the laws in your area pertaining to the use of traction products.

Use only POLARIS traction products on your snowmobile. Track 
warranties are void if track damage or failure results from improper or 
excessive stud installation or the use of non-POLARIS traction 
products.

See your dealer about installing studs and/or carbides.

NOTICE: Always install wear strips before installing studs. Failure to install wear 

strips may result in cooler or tunnel damage. See page 63.

Never add shims to the wear strip. Track damage will result because 
of lack of clearance between upper carrier wheels and track.

Use of studs longer than the recommended length on machines 
equipped with center coolers will result in center cooler damage or 
damage to the tunnel.

Track studding will enhance braking control on hard-packed snow or 
ice, but extreme caution is still required on such surfaces. Steering 
ability may be reduced on hard-packed snow or ice.

When studded tracks are used, increased wear to the brake pads will 
result from increased braking. Extended-wear brake pad kits are 
available. See your dealer.

NOTICE: Aggressive studding patterns may require grinding protruding stud 

bolts flush to prevent idler wheel damage. Maintain track tension on 
studded tracks on the tight side of the spec to prevent heat exchanger 
damage. Center of stud must be at least 1 1/8” (2.86 cm) from the 
outside edge of the track.