Maintenance, Brakes, Steering wheel inspection – Polaris 2010 Ranger XP User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Brakes

Park Brake Adjustment

Inspect and adjust park brake cable tension after the first 25 hours of

operation and every 100 hours thereafter to ensure proper cable tension.

Loss of tension in the park brake cable may cause illumination of the

park brake light and activation of the limiting feature. If this occurs,

move the park brake lever to the forward-most position, then inspect and

adjust park brake cable tension.

Tip: If performing this service is difficult due to conditions or location, open the

hood and temporarily disconnect the park brake connector. This will inacti-

vate the limiting function. Reconnect the connector as soon as possible,

and adjust the park brake cable to proper tension.

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Shift the transmission to neutral.
3. Loosen or tighten the nuts on the lever end of the park brake cable

as needed.

Steering Wheel Inspection

Check the steering wheel for specified freeplay and smooth operation at

the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on

page 62.
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Lightly turn the steering wheel left and right.
3. There should be 0.8"-1.0" (20-25 mm) of freeplay.
4. If there is excessive freeplay or strange noises, or the steering feels

rough or "catchy," have the steering system inspected by an autho-

rized Polaris dealer.

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