2008 Polaris Sportsman 700/800/700 X2 EFI Service Manual, Page 43Get this manual
MAINTENANCE 2While turning the rear wheels by hand, apply the auxiliary foot brakeThis brake should not stop the wheels from turning until the lever is half way between its rest position and bottoming on the footrestBleeding: If free play is correct and brake pedal travel is still excessive, air may be trapped somewhere in the systemBleed the hydraulic auxiliary brake system in conventional manner, following the procedure outlined in Brake Chapter 9
Auxiliary Foot Brake
PedalFull Height Full Engagement
Suspension: Spring Preload Adjustment
Operator weight and vehicle loading affect suspension spring preload requirementsAdjust as necessaryUse Shock Spanner Wrench (PN 2870872) to adjust the rear springsFront Suspension Compress and release front suspensionDampening should be smooth throughout the range of travel
Floor Board Surface
Check all front suspension components for wear or damage Inspect front strut cartridges for leakage
Auxiliary Brake Adjustment
Use the following procedure to inspect the hydraulic auxiliary (foot) brake system and adjust or bleed if necessary: First, check foot brake effectiveness by applying 50 lb(approx downward force on the pedalThe top of the pedal should be at least inch, (25.4mm) above the surface of the footrest