Snowmobile Polaris Widetrak LX (2014 year). Manual - part 7

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Shifter

For normal operation, place the 
transmission in high gear. 
Whenever towing or operating 
with a heavy load, place the 
transmission in low gear. See 
page 59. 

NOTICE: When operating in low 

gear, never exceed 25 
MPH (40 km/h). Serious 
engine damage may occur.

Backrest

The backrest can be adjusted for rider comfort. Whenever making 
adjustments, always make sure all lock levers are securely locked before 
operating.

Tip: If an adjustment is difficult after releasing lock levers, rotate the levers to 

relieve tension, then make the adjustment.

Height Adjustment

1. Lift the upper lock levers (1) 

on both backrest supports to 
release the locks.

2. Raise or lower the backrest to 

the desired position. 

3. Push the lock levers inward to 

secure the locks.

Angle Adjustment

1. Lift the lock lever at the 

center of the backrest (3).

2. Tilt the backrest forward or 

rearward to the desired position.

3. Push the lock lever inward to secure the lock.

Operator/Passenger Conversion

1. Lift the lower lock levers (2) on both backrest supports to release 

the locks.

2. Move the backrest forward for operator use or rearward for 

passenger use. 

3. Push the lock levers inward to secure the locks.

Shifter

1

2

3

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Cargo Rack

Always secure cargo before operating. Do not exceed the rack weight 
limit specified on the cargo rack label. Do not allow a passenger to sit on 
the seat back or the cargo rack.

Whenever towing or operating with a heavy load, place the transmission 
in low gear. See page 59.

NOTICE: When operating in low gear, never exceed 25 MPH (40 km/h). Serious 

engine damage may occur.

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THE PERFECT FIT

Front Suspension Adjustments

Break in the suspension for approximately 150 miles (240 km) and re-
grease all suspension parts before making any fine-tuning adjustments.

Settings will vary from rider to rider, depending on rider weight, vehicle 
speed, riding style, and trail conditions. We recommend starting with 
factory settings and then customizing each adjustment individually to 
suit rider preference. The snowmobile should be methodically tested 
under the same conditions after each adjustment (trail and snow 
conditions, vehicle speed, riding position, etc.) until the best ride is 
achieved. Adjustments should be made to one area at a time in order to 
properly evaluate the change.

IFS Components

1.

Skis

2.

Front shocks and springs

3.

Rod ends

4.

Trailing arms

IFS Adjustment Options

• Front shock spring preload
• Optional springs

1

2

3

4

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THE PERFECT FIT

Front Suspension Adjustments

Always verify ski alignment before making adjustments to the IFS. See 
page 93 to check alignment. If the skis are misaligned, see your dealer, 
as the camber adjustment may also be affected.

The tension at which the shock coil spring is set is called spring preload. 
For the best ride, the spring preload should be set as low as possible to 
use the full travel of the ski shock, with occasional light bottoming. To 
determine if your snowmobile is using full travel of the ski shock, push 
the jounce bumper down as far as it will go on the shock rod and test 
ride the snowmobile. The bumper will move up on the rod in direct 
relation to the amount of travel. If the shock travel is full, the bumper 
will be seated at the top of the shock.

Shock Components

1.

Retainer

2.

Shock Rod

3.

Jounce Bumper

4.

Body

5.

Spring Preload Adjuster Nut

1

2

4

3

5