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Polaris 2002 manual Steering System, Steering Inspection and Adjustment

Models: 2002

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Steering System

Steering Inspection and Adjustment

Each week, or before a long ride, check fasteners and tighten if necessary. Specific fasteners that should be checked are marked with a

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Edge IFS Steering System

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Polaris 2002 manual Steering System, Steering Inspection and Adjustment

Contents

Page Proposition What’s the hottest thing on snow? Page Welcome Table of Contents HOW to USE this Manual Important Notes For Owners And Drivers Air Pollution Preservation Of The EnvironmentNoise Level HOW to USE this Manual Vehicle Identification Numbers Page Safety Operator Safety Safety Stay Away From Moving Parts Be Seated and in Position to Control the Vehicle Be Prepared for the UnexpectedDo Not Overload Cargo Carrier Always Wear Clothing Designed for SnowmobilingDisabled Operators Know the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a DriverSafety Ice and Snow Build-up Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery SurfacesDriving in Hilly Terrain Do Not Operate Engine With Drive Belt Removed Riding DownhillDo Not Operate Engine With Clutch Guard Removed Machine Maneuverability Do Not Service Clutches YourselfCold Weather Drive-Away Powder Snow Operation Safety Responsible Driving Windchill/Temperature Charts Wind Chill Chart FWind Chill Chart C Airbox Warning Decal Safety Decals And LocationsClutch Cover Warning Decal Pressure Cap Warning DecalTrack Warning Decal Cargo Carrier Warning DecalPassenger Warning Standard Reverse Warning Decal Vehicle Capable of Excessive Reverse SpeedElectronic Reverse Warning Decal Operation Warning DecalOperation Warning Decal Text Before Starting Engine Features and Controls Location of Controls Features and Controls Features and Controls Features Features and Controls Features and Controls Page Perfect FIT Independent Front Suspension IFS Front Suspension AdjustmentsIFS Adjustment Options Shock Absorber Components Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload Changing Shock Valving Indy Select IFS Shock Rear Suspensions Suspension Performance TipsPerfect FIT Rear Spring Tension Perfect FIT Rear Torsion Spring Adjustment Xtra-12 Rear Torque Arm Adjustment SKS ModelsAdjustment Indy Select Front Track ShockIndy Select Rear Shock Suspension Coupling Optional Coil SpringsPosition Sensitive Shock PPS Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop FrssRear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss AttributesXtra-12 Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Weight Transfer During AccelerationXtra-10 and Edge Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Handlebar Adjustment Accessories Traction Products Perfect FIT Wear Strips Page Check Before Starting Engine Start the Engine and CheckThrottle Safety Switch Check Throttle and Brake for Proper OperationLever Feel Hydraulic BrakesBrake Lever Travel Mechanical Brakes Park Brake Lever Lock Check for Securely Latched Hood Check for Proper Operation of Steering SystemTrack Inspection Check Surroundings to Verify Clear Operating Area Page Operation Starting Your Engine Starting a Cold Engine Manual StartStarting a Cold Engine Electric Start Starting a Warm EngineEngine Break-In Lubrication Oil Injection SystemVariable Exhaust System Track Warm-Up Operation Fuel Premium Fuel Switch Fuel Reserve Capacity Fuel System DeicersLow Oil Indicator Light Low Oil Level Carburetion Engine Stop Switch Throttle Lever Stopping System What IT does Throttle ConditionStarting Reverse Operation Mechanical Reverse Operation Electronic Altitude Setting ForwardTowing Page Maintenance Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program Maintenance Chart Tighten idler adjusting bolt jam Mile 3200 km Maintenance Inspection Mile 240 km Initial Maintenance InspectionMile 1600 km Maintenance Inspection Additional Services Performed + + 102 LL L 104 105 Suspension Lubrication X-10, Edge Coupler Greasing WideTrak Jackshaft Bearing GreasingDriveshaft Bearing Greasing Throttle Cable Lubrication Choke and Cable LubricationChaincase Oil Level Gearcase Oil Level WideTrak Models Intake Filter Under Hood Air Intake System Spark Plug SelectionWet Fouled NormalOverheating Spark Plug Removal and Replacement Variable Exhaust System V.E.S Water Pump Belt InspectionWater/Sediment Trap Service Plug Cleaning ProcedureFuel Filter/Fuel Lines Oil FilterCarburetor Adjustments General Carburetor InformationExhaust System Engine Cooling Liquid Cooled ModelsCoolant Level Coolant High Temperature Indicator LightCoolant Mixture Bleeding the Cooling System Recovery System ModelsFlushing the Cooling System Surge Tank Models Drive Chain Tension Edge RMKsHydraulic Brake Inspection Brake Components Excessive Lever TravelReplenishing Brake Fluid Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Mechanical Brake Lever Travel Headlight Adjustment Removing Halogen Bulbs High Beam Installing the BulbRemoving Halogen Bulbs High/Low Beam Removing the Side Bulbs Installing the Side BulbsWrap Around Taillight Bulb Replacement Standard Belt Removal Electronic Reverse Belt RemovalStandard Belt Installation Electronic Reverse Belt InstallationClutch System Clutch Alignment and Offset Drive Belt DeflectionTorque Stop Reverse Kit MaintenanceClutch Center Distance Oil Level Accessory Reverse KitChain Tension Oil ChangeAlways keep the tool kit with the snowmobile Tool KitTool Pouch Clip Fall Tune-Up Maintenance ItemsFor Your Protection Suspension Weight Measurement Track Tension DataIf the track needs adjustment Track TensionTrack Alignment Track Lubrication Steering Inspection and Adjustment Ski Alignment 146 Skag Identification Skag ReplacementSki Skags Hi-Fax Wear Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and Trim Controls and LinkageEngine and Carburetor Protection BearingsClutch and Drive System Battery Electrical ConnectionsTrack and Suspension Transporting the SnowmobileBattery Fluid Battery Connections Battery RemovalBattery Installation 156 Troubleshooting Suspension Troubleshooting Problem Solution perform only one change at a time12, 133″ Edge Edge RMK Xtra Lite Causes Solutions Belt Wear/Burn164 165 166 167 168 Warranty Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Service And Warranty InformationAdministration Polaris Anti-Theft SystemLimited Warranty 172 Engine Oil Conditions CoverageCoverage Exclusions Index 177 178