Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Touring (2010 year). Instruction - part 12

 

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Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Touring (2010 year). Instruction - part 12

 

 

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FEATURES

Instrumentation

MFD Battery Replacement

5. Using needle-nose pliers, grasp the battery and rotate it so the lead-

ing edge of the battery is raised away from the battery holder. Pull 

the battery out gently.

Tip: The battery will not come out of the holder unless the leading edge of the 

battery is raised. Hold the battery compartment, not the wires, while remov-

ing the battery. Pulling on the wires will separate them from the battery 

holder.

6. Install a new battery with fingers only.
7. Seal the end of the battery compartment using high strength double-

sided tape between the two compartment halves or high strength 

single-sided tape around the outside of the compartment.

8. Make sure the taped seam of the compartment faces the downward 

side of the wire harness.

9. Install a cable tie to secure the compartment to the wire harness in 

the same location where the previous cable tie was located. Make 

sure the battery wires are not stretched tight.

Gauge Cleaning

1. Wipe the gauge face as needed using a clean cloth and a mild soap 

and water solution. Wipe dry with clean, soft cloth.

2. Clean the back side of the gauge using a clean cloth and a mild soap 

and water solution. Do not remove the electrical connectors or pro-

tective rubber boot. Do not spray the back side of the gauge or the 

wire harness with a pressure washer or other water source.

NOTICE: To prevent damage to the lens, do not use alcohol for cleaning. Do not 

allow chemicals or sprays to come into contact with the lens. 

Immediately clean off any gasoline that splashes on the gauge during 

refueling.

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THE PERFECT FIT

IQ Front Suspension Adjustments

Independent Front Suspension (IFS)

Break in the suspension for approximately 150 miles (240 km) 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, 

one change at a time, under the same conditions (trail and snow condi-

tions, vehicle speed, riding position, etc.) after each adjustment until the 

best ride is achieved. 

IFS Components

1. Skis
2. Front shocks and springs
3. Rod ends
4. A-arms

IFS Adjustment Options

• Front shock spring preload
• Optional springs
• Optional shock valving

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2

3

4

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THE PERFECT FIT

IQ Front Suspension Adjustments

Front Shock Spring Preload

Increasing spring preload will increase 

ski-to-ground pressure. Decreasing spring 

preload will decrease ski-to-ground pres-

sure. When adjusting, be sure the springs 

on both the left and right sides of the 

machine are at the same adjustment.
To change front shock spring preload, 

grasp the spring and rotate it.
Increasing the spring preload too much 

may adversely affect the handling of the 

snowmobile and the performance of the 

suspension. Never exceed one inch of pre-

load beyond the factory settings, and 

ensure that both sides are adjusted the 

same. When decreasing preload, make 

sure at least two turns of preload are hold-

ing the spring between the retainer on the 

top of the shock and the threaded spring 

preload adjuster nut on the shock body. 

Failure to do so could cause the retainer to fall off when the suspension 

is fully extended.

Tip: Not all models have shocks with thread-adjustable spring preload. See your 

dealer for more information.

NOTICE: On some models equipped with a plastic adjuster nut, the nut will 

break if it is unscrewed from the threaded body. Do not force the nut if 

resistance suddenly increases while you’re turning it.

Low

Preload

High

Preload

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IQ Front Suspension Adjustments

Shock Valving

The shocks can be revalved if spring preload alone isn't sufficient and 

further adjustment is desired to control suspension stiffness.

WARNING! Changing shock valving requires special tools and a sound 

knowledge of mechanical theory, tool use, and shop procedures to perform the 

work safely and correctly. Shocks contain high-pressure nitrogen gas. Use 

extreme caution when handling high-pressure service equipment. We 

recommend that this work be performed by a Polaris dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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