Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Touring (2010 year). Manual - part 14

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IQ Rear Suspension Adjustments

Suspension Coupling

On all Polaris snowmobile rear suspensions, there are two torque arms 

that control the movement of the rail beam. Prior to the advent of sus-

pension coupling, these torque arms could move independently of each 

other. Rear suspension coupling links the movement of the front and 

rear torque arms to each other. There are two types of rear suspension 

coupling.

Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop 

(FRSS)

The front rear scissor stop (FRSS) couples the movement of the front 

torque arm with the rear torque arm and limits the amount of indepen-

dence between the movement of the front torque arm and the rear torque 

arm.
When hitting a bump, the front torque arm starts to compress. The FRSS 

links that movement to the rear torque arm, causing it to compress and 

raise the rear suspension up as one, allowing the suspension to hit the 

bump only once and reducing kickback. 
The factory setting is usually adequate for all riders and conditions.

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IQ Rear Suspension Adjustments

Rear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop 

(RRSS)

The rear rear scissor stop (RRSS) couples the movement of the rear 

torque arm with the front torque arm and limits the amount of indepen-

dent movement between the rear torque and the front torque arm.
Adjusting the RRSS either allows more weight to transfer to the rear for 

more traction, or allows less weight to transfer to the rear, resulting in 

improved cornering performance. An adjustment dot is located on the 

RRSS. This dot is on the longest end of the scissor stop. 

Rear Rear Scissor Stop (RRSS) - Attributes

Moving the RRSS to a higher position will have the following effects on 

the suspension:
• Reduced weight transfer. 
• Improved chatter bump ride. 
• Improved cornering performance.
• Increased load carrying capacity (2-up)

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IQ Rear Suspension Adjustments

Weight Transfer During Acceleration

The preferred method for controlling 

weight transfer during acceleration is 

by adjusting the rear rear scissor stop 

(RRSS). The factory setting is the 

best for most trail riding conditions.
To decrease weight transfer under 

acceleration (for improved corner-

ing), rotate the RRSS to a higher 

position.
To increase weight transfer or ski lift 

during acceleration, rotate the RRSS 

to a lower position. 

Tip: Your dealer can help you with initial 

setup and additional setup instruc-

tions to help you achieve your opti-

mum ride. A scissor stop tool is also 

available from your dealer.

Track Tension

Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain cor-

rect tension and alignment. Refer to the track tension maintenance sec-

tion beginning on page 110.

HIGH

LOW

LOW

MEDIUM

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Handlebar Adjustments

Use the RIDER SELECT feature to adjust handlebar position. See page 

33. Use the following steps to adjust handlebar angle at the handlebar 

block.
1. Remove the handlebar cover 

to expose the handlebar and 

the four adjuster block bolts.

2. Using a 7/16" wrench, loosen 

the four nuts on the bottom of 

the adjuster block (turn han-

dlebar to left or right for 

access to back nuts).

Tip: If necessary, pry the blocks apart 

with a screwdriver.

3. Adjust the handlebar to the 

desired height. Be sure han-

dlebars, brake lever and 

throttle lever operate 

smoothly and do not hit the 

gas tank, windshield or any 

other part of the machine 

when turned fully to the left 

or right.

4. Torque the front bolts first, then torque the rear bolts. Torque the 

bolts to 15-17 ft. lbs. (20-23 Nm).

5. Reinstall the handlebar cover.

Handlebar 

Cover

Adjuster 

Block 

Bolts

Nuts