2004 Polaris Touring Service Manual, Page 189Get this manual
BODYSTEERING Steering Alingment
Prior to performing steering alignment, the suspension should be inspected for damage or wear and replacement parts installed as requiredSee inspection section in this chapterWARNING
A maximum set up width is listed in the chart in this chapterMaximum set up width is the maximum allowable distance between ski spindle centers with front end of vehicle off the ground and suspension fully extendedThe Maximum Set Up Width specifications are maximum width measurements, and are critical to ensure adequate torsion bar engagement with the trailing armIf the suspension is set too widethe torsion bar may disengage from trailing armDo not attempt to set the suspension wider than the specified Maximum Set Up WidthSpindle Centering 1Make sure the track is properly alignedRefer to Maintenance Chapter on page 2.10 for procedureThis will be used as reference point for final toe out measurement2Support the front of the machine 1-2 (2.5-5.1 cm) with the skis off the floor3Remove skis and ski pivot bushings4Disconnect adjustable torsion bar linkage where applicable5Measure spindle to chassis centering as shown and record measurementBoth spindles should be an equal distance +18 (3 mm) from the center of the chassis after adjusting camber, widthThis measurement is controlled by adjusting radius rod length6Measure set up width and recordThis measurement is controlled by adjusting radius rod length, and must not exceed the Maximum Setup Width listed in the appropriate table (on page 6.3) after all steering adjustments are completeSee illustration below for procedureNOTE: CamberWidthand Centering are dimension that depend on each otherEach one should be checked after any changes made