2004 Polaris Touring Service Manual, Page 41Get this manual
MAINTENANCE General Track Inspection and Maintenance
WARNING
When performing the following checks and adjustments, stay clear of all moving parts to avoid serious personal injury
Track Maintenance
WARNING
Never make this maintenance check with the engine running as serious personal injury can resultSafely lift and support the rear of the snowmobile off the groundRotate the track by hand to check for any possible damageTo inspect track rods, carefully examine the track along the entire length of each rod, bending the track and inspecting for breakageThe three most common places where breakage occurs are shown in the illustration by the number designationIf any rod damage is found, the track should be replacedWARNING