Snowmobile Polaris Widetrak LX (2014 year). Manual - part 23

MAINTENANCE

Steering System

Ski Alignment

WARNING! Improper ski alignment or adjustment may cause loss of steering
control, resulting in serious injury or death. Do not attempt to change the ski
alignment or camber adjustment. See your POLARIS dealer.

1. Place the handlebars in a straight-ahead position.

2. With only vehicle weight compressing the suspension, measure 10

inches (25.4 cm) forward from the center of the ski mounting bolt.
See illustration. At this point, measure between the skis. This is
measurement X.

3. Perform the same measurement rearward from the center of the ski

mounting bolt. This is measurement Y.

4. The X measurement should be 1/8-1/4 inch (3-6 mm) greater than

the Y measurement. If the skis are misaligned, see your dealer for
alignment correction as camber adjustment may also be affected.

10 in. (25.4 cm)

MAINTENANCE

Steering System

Ski Skags

See your dealer’s studding chart for recommended skags. If you install
longer or more aggressive carbide skags than the original equipment, it
may also be necessary to add track studs to maintain proper vehicle
control while turning on hard-packed snow or ice.

WARNING! Worn skis and/or skags will adversely affect handling. Loss of
vehicle control may result, causing serious injury or death.

Check skags weekly to maintain positive steering characteristics. Skags
must be replaced when worn to half their original diameter. Carbide
skags must be replaced if any abnormal wear or chipping is found.

Skag Replacement

1. Raise and support the front of the snowmobile so the skis are

approximately 6 inches (15.2 cm) from the ground.

2. Remove the attaching hardware and pry the skag downward.

3. Remove the rear end of the skag.

4. Remove the front end of the skag.

5. Reverse the steps to install a skag.

MAINTENANCE

Suspension Maintenance

Rail Slide Wear

For ease of inspection, all
POLARIS rail slides have a
wear limit indicator groove
to indicate the minimum
permissible slide thickness.
Replace the rail slides if they
are worn to the top of the
groove at any point along
their length. Failure to do so
may result in permanent
damage to the track or rails.

Suspension Inspections

Loose nuts and bolts can reduce your snowmobile’s reliability and cause
needless repairs and down time. Before beginning any snowmobile trip,
a visual inspection will uncover potential problems. Check the
following items on a weekly basis or before any long trip:
• Check suspension mounting bolts for tightness.
• Check rear idler wheel bolts for tightness. See page 90.
• Check rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts for tightness.
• Check front torque arm limiter strap condition.
• Check rail slide condition.
• Check track tension. See page 89.
• Lubricate/grease all suspension components. See page 65.
• Check ski runner/skag condition. See page 94.
• Check ski spindle bolts for tightness.
• Check tie rod end nuts for tightness.

Replace when

worn to top of

groove

Minimum

Thickness

MAINTENANCE

Battery

Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains acid! Serious burns can result from
contact with the skin, eyes, or clothing. If contact occurs, seek immediate
medical attention.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

EXTERNAL: Flush with water.

INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water or milk. Call physician immediately.

EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.

Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep sparks, open flames, cigarettes, etc.
away. Ventilate when charging or using in closed space. Always shield eyes
when working near batteries.

Battery Fluid

A poorly maintained battery will
deteriorate rapidly. Check the battery
fluid level often. The fluid level
should be kept between the upper and
lower level marks.

NOTICE: Tap water contains minerals

that will damage a battery and
shorten its life. Use only
distilled water to refill your
battery. Never allow cleaning
solution or tap water to enter
the battery.

WARNING

Upper Mark

Lower
Mark

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