2005 Polaris Ranger 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 84

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION Throttle System WARNING Failure to check or maintain proper operation of the throttle system can result in an accident and lead to serious injury or death if the throttle pedal sticks during operation. Never start or operate this vehicle if it has a sticking or improperly operating throttle pedal. Immediately contact your dealer for service if throttle problems arise. Always check the pedal for free movement and return before starting the engine and occasionally during operation. Throttle Freeplay If the throttle pedal (1) has excessive play due to cable stretch or misadjustment, it will cause a delay in throttle response, especially at low engine speed. The throttle may also not open fully. If the throttle pedal has no freeplay, the throttle may be hard to control, and the idle speed may be erratic. Check the throttle pedal freeplay at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 54. Adjust the freeplay if necessary. 1 2 Throttle Freeplay Inspection 1. Apply the parking brake (2) and shift the transmission to neutral. 2. Start the engine and warm it up thoroughly. 3. Measure the distance the throttle pedal moves before the engine begins to pick up speed. Freeplay should be 1/16 to 1/8 inches. Throttle Freeplay Adjustment 1. Slide the boots (1) off the inline cable adjuster sleeve (2). Loosen the adjuster locknut (3). 2. Turn the adjuster until 1/16 to 1/8 inch freeplay is achieved. NOTE: While adjusting, flip the throttle lever back and forth. 3. Tighten the locknut and slide the boots over the cable adjuster until they touch at the midpoint of adjuster. 1 2 3 1 82