2007 Polaris 500 XC SP Owners Manual - Page 132

EDGE Suspension Troubleshooting Problem Rear suspension bottoms too easily TROUBLESHOOTING Solution • Increase torsion spring preload • Increase rear shock compression damping by turning screw clockwise • Increase torsion spring wire diameter (see your dealer) • Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot points • Decrease torsion spring preload adjustments • Decrease rear shock compression valving by turning screw counterclockwise (if equipped with optional Indy Select shock) • Check for proper track tension • Make sure skis are aligned properly • Make sure spindles and all steering components are free turning • Make sure skags are straight on skis • Check rail slide and replace if worn • Reduce ski pressure: A) Reduce IFS spring preload B) Reduce rear torsion spring preload • Check for worn skags • Check for binding suspension shafts and grease all pivot points • Increase IFS spring preload by adjusting cam or threaded adjuster • Decrease front limiter strap length • Check ski alignment • Check skags and skis for damage • Reduce ski pressure: A) Increase front track spring preload B) Reduce IFS spring preload by adjusting cam C) Reduce rear torsion spring preload • Change worn Hi-fax • Move front track shock assembly to upper position Rides too stiff in rear Machine darts from side to side Front end pushes Steering is heavy Setting up for deep snow operation 129