2006 Polaris FST Touring Owners Manual - Page 50

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IQ Front Suspension Adjustments Shock Damping THE PERFECT FIT Adjustments to the compression stiffness + of ArvinMeritor MPV Select shocks can be made by turning the adjustment screw (+) located near the base of the shock. This adjustment is the easiest to perform and it should be considered first. The factory setting for this shock is the softest position, with the adjusting screw all the way out (counterclockwise). If bottoming occurs, turn the screw clockwise to increase compression and stiffen the ride. When adjusting these shocks, we recommend that you turn the screw only 1/4 turn at a time, then test ride. Always adjust both shocks equally. Front Shock Spring Preload The factory preload setting should be appropriate for most riders and conditions. Please see your Polaris dealer for assistance before attempting to adjust preload. Increasing the spring preload too much may adversely affect the handling of the snowmobile and the performance of the rear suspension. Decreasing the spring preload too much may allow the upper spring retainer to fall off. 47

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THE PERFECT FIT
IQ Front Suspension Adjustments
Shock Damping
Adjustments to the compression stiffness
of ArvinMeritor MPV Select shocks
can be made by turning the adjustment
screw (
+
) located near the base of the
shock. This adjustment is the easiest to
perform and it should be considered
first.
The factory setting for this shock is the
softest position, with the adjusting screw
all the way out (counterclockwise). If
bottoming occurs, turn the screw
clockwise to increase compression and
stiffen the ride.
When adjusting these shocks, we recommend that you turn the screw
only 1/4 turn at a time, then test ride. Always adjust both shocks
equally.
Front Shock Spring Preload
The factory preload setting should be appropriate for most riders and
conditions. Please see your Polaris dealer for assistance before
attempting to adjust preload.
Increasing the spring preload too much may adversely affect the
handling of the snowmobile and the performance of the rear
suspension.
Decreasing the spring preload too much may allow the upper spring
retainer to fall off.
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