Owners Manual
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... with experience and the features available on the handlebar grips for proper throttle, brake and steering control. A loose track or flying debris could result in serious injury or death. Turn off the ignition, raise the hood, make the adjustment, secure shields and guards, secure the hood, and then restart the engine to be partially exposed for proper control. Riding Position Operating a snowmobile...
... with experience and the features available on the handlebar grips for proper throttle, brake and steering control. A loose track or flying debris could result in serious injury or death. Turn off the ignition, raise the hood, make the adjustment, secure shields and guards, secure the hood, and then restart the engine to be partially exposed for proper control. Riding Position Operating a snowmobile...
Owners Manual
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... in injury or damage to drive. Maneuverability will change for a length of time, especially overnight, always make sure the skis and track are removed. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is dynamically balanced before attempting to the engine. All clutch service must be performed by your body weight. Cold Weather Drive-Away Whenever your dealer.
... in injury or damage to drive. Maneuverability will change for a length of time, especially overnight, always make sure the skis and track are removed. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is dynamically balanced before attempting to the engine. All clutch service must be performed by your body weight. Cold Weather Drive-Away Whenever your dealer.
Owners Manual
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... your vehicle. The seat and suspension of snowmobiles, don't tailgate (follow too closely). Always start on slippery surfaces or when driving in darkness or other low visibility conditions. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Leave enough distance between snowmobiles to provide ample stopping room and to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and reducing your speed. •...
... your vehicle. The seat and suspension of snowmobiles, don't tailgate (follow too closely). Always start on slippery surfaces or when driving in darkness or other low visibility conditions. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Leave enough distance between snowmobiles to provide ample stopping room and to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and reducing your speed. •...
Owners Manual
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... balance of high speeds. Check oil level when refueling. 24 Do not leave brake engaged for more than five minutes. • Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for steering and stopping. SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Operation Warning • To avoid serious injury or death, read and understand all warnings and the Owner's Manual before or while operating this vehicle. • This vehicle is designed...
... balance of high speeds. Check oil level when refueling. 24 Do not leave brake engaged for more than five minutes. • Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for steering and stopping. SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Operation Warning • To avoid serious injury or death, read and understand all warnings and the Owner's Manual before or while operating this vehicle. • This vehicle is designed...
Owners Manual
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SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Choke Engine Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All Half throttle or less All All All Tether Switch (accessory) Interrupts ignition circuit Engine Break-In No single action on fluid levels, lines, and all close -fitted engine parts. Premix the first tank of fuel with extra caution during the break-in . This...
SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Choke Engine Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All Half throttle or less All All All Tether Switch (accessory) Interrupts ignition circuit Engine Break-In No single action on fluid levels, lines, and all close -fitted engine parts. Premix the first tank of fuel with extra caution during the break-in . This...
Owners Manual
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... on the engine stop switch (+) to idle. 3. Apply a slight amount of an accident. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. OPERATION n Engine Stop Switch Push down the engine. 60 Pull the switch up to the ON position to allow it to ground out the ignition and stop the engine quickly. If the throttle safety switch does not shut off the engine during a carburetor/throttle system malfunction...
... on the engine stop switch (+) to idle. 3. Apply a slight amount of an accident. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. OPERATION n Engine Stop Switch Push down the engine. 60 Pull the switch up to the ON position to allow it to ground out the ignition and stop the engine quickly. If the throttle safety switch does not shut off the engine during a carburetor/throttle system malfunction...
Owners Manual
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... for this type of the snowmobile. Braking distances increase when towing loads. NOTICE Towing a disabled snowmobile with the drive belt in place can easily collide with a rope. Towing OPERATION Do not use and may detach from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in serious damage to the engine and drive system. The front bumper is applied.
... for this type of the snowmobile. Braking distances increase when towing loads. NOTICE Towing a disabled snowmobile with the drive belt in place can easily collide with a rope. Towing OPERATION Do not use and may detach from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in serious damage to the engine and drive system. The front bumper is applied.
Owners Manual
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... Periodic Maintenance Interval Table See Page Frequency 150 mi. (240 km) 500 mi. (800 km) 1000 mi. (1600 km) 2000 mi. (3200 km) PreSeason BRAKES Hose Routing Hose Condition Fluid Leaks Brake Pads Brake Disc Parking Brake Brake System Brake Fluid Pilot Air Screws Carburetor (synchronize) Idle RPM Throttle Lever Oil Pump Lever (synchronize) Throttle Cable Choke Cable Choke Vent Lines Throttle Position Sensor Fuel Lines Fuel Filter Oil Filter Oil Lines Air Box Drain and Water Traps Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch Throttle Safety Switch Ignition Switch...
... Periodic Maintenance Interval Table See Page Frequency 150 mi. (240 km) 500 mi. (800 km) 1000 mi. (1600 km) 2000 mi. (3200 km) PreSeason BRAKES Hose Routing Hose Condition Fluid Leaks Brake Pads Brake Disc Parking Brake Brake System Brake Fluid Pilot Air Screws Carburetor (synchronize) Idle RPM Throttle Lever Oil Pump Lever (synchronize) Throttle Cable Choke Cable Choke Vent Lines Throttle Position Sensor Fuel Lines Fuel Filter Oil Filter Oil Lines Air Box Drain and Water Traps Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch Throttle Safety Switch Ignition Switch...
Owners Manual
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... during the assembly process. The spark plug firing end condition should be sure the correct main jet is installed in color. CAUTION A hot exhaust system and engine can cause temporary spark plug fouling due to the Owner's Manual Supplement or see your Owner's Manual Supplement Use recommended spark plugs with a heat range too high will always cause engine damage if the engine is indicative of engine operation. Before changing spark plug heat ranges, be...
... during the assembly process. The spark plug firing end condition should be sure the correct main jet is installed in color. CAUTION A hot exhaust system and engine can cause temporary spark plug fouling due to the Owner's Manual Supplement or see your Owner's Manual Supplement Use recommended spark plugs with a heat range too high will always cause engine damage if the engine is indicative of engine operation. Before changing spark plug heat ranges, be...
Owners Manual
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... or plugged, coolant loss, air lock or engine damage may result. Start the engine and run at a fast idle for the correct part. Allow the coolant to purge any trapped air. 82 Perform the bleeding procedure when the engine is warm or hot. Position the vehicle so that should be periodically inspected or replaced. Remove the bleed screw from the water outlet manifold and/or the thermostat housing...
... or plugged, coolant loss, air lock or engine damage may result. Start the engine and run at a fast idle for the correct part. Allow the coolant to purge any trapped air. 82 Perform the bleeding procedure when the engine is warm or hot. Position the vehicle so that should be periodically inspected or replaced. Remove the bleed screw from the water outlet manifold and/or the thermostat housing...
Owners Manual
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... the wire harness. 5. Verify headlight aim. 88 Lift the rubber boot to release it with bare fingers. MAINTENANCE Lights NOTE: Do not touch a halogen bulb with an alcoholmoistened towel. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. With the wire harness (2) attached to the housing. 4. If fingers do touch the bulb, clean it from the housing. 1 2 3 5. NOTE: Recommended replacement bulbs include H4, HB2 and 9003 bulbs. 2. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring...
... the wire harness. 5. Verify headlight aim. 88 Lift the rubber boot to release it with bare fingers. MAINTENANCE Lights NOTE: Do not touch a halogen bulb with an alcoholmoistened towel. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. With the wire harness (2) attached to the housing. 4. If fingers do touch the bulb, clean it from the housing. 1 2 3 5. NOTE: Recommended replacement bulbs include H4, HB2 and 9003 bulbs. 2. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring...
Owners Manual
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... stored in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on a level surface and support it at the rear with waxes and rust inhibitors (grease, oil or paint). Cleaning and Preservation Proper storage starts with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may cause condensation to prolong the useful life of Polaris products. Wipe down remaining surfaces with paint any rusted or previously...
... stored in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on a level surface and support it at the rear with waxes and rust inhibitors (grease, oil or paint). Cleaning and Preservation Proper storage starts with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may cause condensation to prolong the useful life of Polaris products. Wipe down remaining surfaces with paint any rusted or previously...
Owners Manual
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... defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of power. A main jet that must be in loss of high RPM power) Incorrect clutching Carburetor and fuel pump Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Carburetor / Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to start , check for assurance against fuel line icing). • SEE YOUR DEALER. This indicates a major engine problem that is on wrong cylinder • Replace with...
... defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of power. A main jet that must be in loss of high RPM power) Incorrect clutching Carburetor and fuel pump Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Carburetor / Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to start , check for assurance against fuel line icing). • SEE YOUR DEALER. This indicates a major engine problem that is on wrong cylinder • Replace with...
Owners Manual
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... 2. WARRANTY Service and Warranty Information Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Read and understand the service data and the Polaris warranty information contained in this manual. Your dealer receives frequent updates on changes, modifications and tips on snowmobile maintenance, which may supersede information contained in this manual. Contact your snowmobile and its engine. Dealer name 4. Length of time and conditions of your Polaris dealer for replacement parts, service or warranty. Polaris Customer Service...
... 2. WARRANTY Service and Warranty Information Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Read and understand the service data and the Polaris warranty information contained in this manual. Your dealer receives frequent updates on changes, modifications and tips on snowmobile maintenance, which may supersede information contained in this manual. Contact your snowmobile and its engine. Dealer name 4. Length of time and conditions of your Polaris dealer for replacement parts, service or warranty. Polaris Customer Service...
Owners Manual
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... state to resolve any Polaris Servicing Dealer to perform warranty service. Damage resulting from the dealer is needed. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you use any warranty issues. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may not be covered by warranty. 115 POLARIS FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. Engine Oil 1. Some states do not...
... state to resolve any Polaris Servicing Dealer to perform warranty service. Damage resulting from the dealer is needed. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you use any warranty issues. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may not be covered by warranty. 115 POLARIS FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. Engine Oil 1. Some states do not...
Owners Manual
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... substance ingestion/contamination; unauthorized repairs; The following items are considered part of normal maintenance or part of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components Warranty applies to the product...
... substance ingestion/contamination; unauthorized repairs; The following items are considered part of normal maintenance or part of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components Warranty applies to the product...
Owners Manual
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... for second year engine failures due to lack of warranty. Regular, documented service maintenance visits are intake and exhaust manifolds excluding paint coverage. • Electrical coverage is limited to the water pump assembly and components, fan, fan bearings, temperature sensor, gasket and seals. • Non wear related throttle body parts are covered. This includes off-season storage as are required to , the drive belt, are excluded from coverage. • Electrical components are excluded...
... for second year engine failures due to lack of warranty. Regular, documented service maintenance visits are intake and exhaust manifolds excluding paint coverage. • Electrical coverage is limited to the water pump assembly and components, fan, fan bearings, temperature sensor, gasket and seals. • Non wear related throttle body parts are covered. This includes off-season storage as are required to , the drive belt, are excluded from coverage. • Electrical components are excluded...
Owners Manual
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... originally purchased, all warranty coverage will be denied. This policy does not apply to country. Upon residence verification, the servicing dealer will be authorized to an authorized Polaris dealer. If Purchased From A Private Party: If you have not followed the procedure set out above, your new country. You should take your vehicle to perform the warranty repair.
... originally purchased, all warranty coverage will be denied. This policy does not apply to country. Upon residence verification, the servicing dealer will be authorized to an authorized Polaris dealer. If Purchased From A Private Party: If you have not followed the procedure set out above, your new country. You should take your vehicle to perform the warranty repair.
Owners Manual
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... ...104 Clutch Center Distance ...90 Clutch Cover Warning...21 Clutch Safety ...17 Clutch System ...90-93 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...17 Controls and Linkage...103 Coolant...80 Coolant Level...80 Cooling System...80-83 Bleeding...82-83 Flushing ...81 Customer Service...112 F Front Rear Scissor Stop ...36 Front Suspension Adjustments . . 28-30 Front To Rear Coupling...36 FRSS ...36 Fuel ...55-56 Fuel Filter ...77 Fuel Lines ...77 Fuel Pump ...77 Fuel System Deicers ...56 Fuel Valve...
... ...104 Clutch Center Distance ...90 Clutch Cover Warning...21 Clutch Safety ...17 Clutch System ...90-93 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...17 Controls and Linkage...103 Coolant...80 Coolant Level...80 Cooling System...80-83 Bleeding...82-83 Flushing ...81 Customer Service...112 F Front Rear Scissor Stop ...36 Front Suspension Adjustments . . 28-30 Front To Rear Coupling...36 FRSS ...36 Fuel ...55-56 Fuel Filter ...77 Fuel Lines ...77 Fuel Pump ...77 Fuel System Deicers ...56 Fuel Valve...
Owners Manual
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... ...17 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise ...5 O Oil ...57 Oil Filter ...76 Oil Injection System ...53 Oil Level ...57 Oil Lines ...76 Oil Recommendations...53 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety ...6-20 P Park Brake Lever Lock ...47 Polaris Products ...106 Preload, IFS Shock Spring ...29 Pre-Ride Checklist ...44 Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection ...102 Pressure Cap Warning ...21 R Rail Slide Wear ...102 Rear Rear Scissor Stop ...37 Rear Suspension Adjustments . . 31-38 Rear Suspension Adjustments, IQ 34-38 Rear To Front...
... ...17 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise ...5 O Oil ...57 Oil Filter ...76 Oil Injection System ...53 Oil Level ...57 Oil Lines ...76 Oil Recommendations...53 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety ...6-20 P Park Brake Lever Lock ...47 Polaris Products ...106 Preload, IFS Shock Spring ...29 Pre-Ride Checklist ...44 Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection ...102 Pressure Cap Warning ...21 R Rail Slide Wear ...102 Rear Rear Scissor Stop ...37 Rear Suspension Adjustments . . 31-38 Rear Suspension Adjustments, IQ 34-38 Rear To Front...