Tender and Complete Spring Installation Instructions

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Final setting is ride height — not just preload.

Initial Setup & Measurements

1. Secure the machine in Park on level ground.

2. Measure and record:

   • Front ride height: At the forward lower A-arm mount.

   • Rear ride height: Just below the rear tow hook.

3. Clean and lubricate all shock threads with a wire brush and WD-40-type lubricant.

Front Spring Installation

1. Lift the front of the machine securely.

2. Remove front shocks and place them in a vise.

3. Loosen the large top spanner nut all the way down to the reservoir using holes/grooves.

4. Remove the lower coupler and slide off the springs.

5. Install the new tender springs.

6. Thread the spanner nut down until it touches the top of the tender spring, then tighten it 1 additional inch to preload the spring.

7. Reinstall the shocks. Do not fine-tune yet.

8. Lower the machine and move it forward/backward 3–5 feet to settle the suspension.

9. Measure ride height and adjust by turning the spanner nut:

   • Down = Raises machine

   • Up = Lowers machine

Note: This is a starting point. Every machine varies due to custom accessories. For questions or more accurate feedback, call us at 256-309-0200.

Rear Spring Installation

For 1000XP, Turbo, and PRO XP: Pro with 3 rear springs , Remove upper (collapsed Spring)

1. No need to remove shocks.

2. Loosen the spanner nut.

3. Slide the lower collar off using its slot.

4. Install the tender springs.

5. Tighten the spanner nut until it touches the spring, then go 1 additional inch.

6. Reinstall wheels if removed.

For 900S, 1000S, and General and Expedition:

1. Remove rear shocks.

2. Loosen the spanner nut completely.

3. Slide springs upward, use the slots to remove the lower collar, and remove springs.

4. Install tender springs first, then main springs.

5. Set 1 inch of preload using the spanner nut.

6. Reinstall shocks and torque all bolts.

Final Steps

1. With all shocks installed and bolts torqued, lower the machine from the jack.

2. Move the machine 3–5 feet forward and backward several times to settle the suspension.

3. Fine-tune ride height using the spanner nuts:

   • Front: Every ½" of preload = ~1" of ride height.

   • Rear: Every 1" of preload = ~1" of ride height.

   • Adjust in small increments (±0.25” is acceptable).

   • Nut Up = Lowers ride height
     Nut Down = Raises ride height

For High Lifter models, add +2.5" to the ride heights listed below (they are factory-set higher by Polaris).

Crossover Ring Setup (if equipped)

After final ride height is set:

• Install crossover rings 2 inches above the black slider.

• Optional silencer rings can be placed between the slider and crossover ring to reduce noise.

Recommended Ride Heights

(Measured from skid plate)

Standard Models including Expedition/General

PRO XP

Turbo R / Pro R

Crossover Ring Adjustment Settings