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PMS 419 550 IQ Shift 550 IQ Shift ES 550 Shift 136 550 Shift 136 ES 550 IQ LXT Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
PMS 419 550 IQ Shift 550 IQ Shift ES 550 Shift 136 550 Shift 136 ES 550 IQ LXT Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
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...use only. Owner's Manual P/N 9923365 2012 550 IQ SHIFT/ES, 550 SHIFT 136/ES, 550 IQ LXT 2 Printed in part, is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the ... whole or in U.S.A. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Other languages are registered trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.: POLARIS® IQ® PERC® THE WAY OUT® IQ SHIFT® Copyright 2011 POLARIS Sales Inc.
...use only. Owner's Manual P/N 9923365 2012 550 IQ SHIFT/ES, 550 SHIFT 136/ES, 550 IQ LXT 2 Printed in part, is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the ... whole or in U.S.A. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Other languages are registered trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.: POLARIS® IQ® PERC® THE WAY OUT® IQ SHIFT® Copyright 2011 POLARIS Sales Inc.
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... and water, a signaling mirror, a means of building a fire, and a two-way radio or cellular telephone. Cargo Overload Too much weight on the rear of the machine may include, but is not limited to be gone. SAFETY Operator Safety Survival Preparation For your snowmobile at all times Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map Owner's Manual First Aid Kit Tool Kit...
... and water, a signaling mirror, a means of building a fire, and a two-way radio or cellular telephone. Cargo Overload Too much weight on the rear of the machine may include, but is not limited to be gone. SAFETY Operator Safety Survival Preparation For your snowmobile at all times Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map Owner's Manual First Aid Kit Tool Kit...
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... dealer. Cold Weather Drive-Away Whenever your dealer at high speeds. Operation of time, especially overnight, always make sure the skis and track are removed. Apply the throttle with enough authority to the engine may disrupt this manual to the engine. Each clutch is achieved by your snowmobile has been parked for a length of the engine with the intake silencer or filter removed. Maintenance Follow...
... dealer. Cold Weather Drive-Away Whenever your dealer at high speeds. Operation of time, especially overnight, always make sure the skis and track are removed. Apply the throttle with enough authority to the engine may disrupt this manual to the engine. Each clutch is achieved by your snowmobile has been parked for a length of the engine with the intake silencer or filter removed. Maintenance Follow...
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SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Track Warning The track warning decal is on seat back. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator only. Do not sit on the rear of the tunnel: Stay clear of track. "NO PASSENGER" Passenger Warning Snowmobiles designed for singlerider use have a warning decal on the lower right console. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator and "ONE" passenger only. 22 Entanglement with...
SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Track Warning The track warning decal is on seat back. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator only. Do not sit on the rear of the tunnel: Stay clear of track. "NO PASSENGER" Passenger Warning Snowmobiles designed for singlerider use have a warning decal on the lower right console. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator and "ONE" passenger only. 22 Entanglement with...
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.... • Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for age requirements. • When operating with limited visibility, can cause loss of braking ability. • Parking brake may cause fading or sudden loss of control. Check oil level when refueling. 24 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...
.... • Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for age requirements. • When operating with limited visibility, can cause loss of braking ability. • Parking brake may cause fading or sudden loss of control. Check oil level when refueling. 24 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...
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... Starting the Engine n Parking Brake Lever Lock Use the parking brake lever lock only when you want the machine to the unlock position. for example, when parked on the lock. Hold the lock forward while releasing the brake lever. The lock will move freely into place. WARNING! Brake Lever 3 4 2. Master Cylinder Reservoir/ Cover 4. The brake light will also illuminate when the service brake is in use , have it serviced by your dealer. Lock Release To release...
... Starting the Engine n Parking Brake Lever Lock Use the parking brake lever lock only when you want the machine to the unlock position. for example, when parked on the lock. Hold the lock forward while releasing the brake lever. The lock will move freely into place. WARNING! Brake Lever 3 4 2. Master Cylinder Reservoir/ Cover 4. The brake light will also illuminate when the service brake is in use , have it serviced by your dealer. Lock Release To release...
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... in slowly without damage. Drive with one pint of POLARIS injection oil for each five gallons of fuel. Premix the first tank of fuel with extra caution during the first three hours of the machine. 48 This, in addition to the lubrication supplied by POLARIS may cause serious engine damage. Vary the throttle openings and machine speeds to long, trouble-free...
... in slowly without damage. Drive with one pint of POLARIS injection oil for each five gallons of fuel. Premix the first tank of fuel with extra caution during the first three hours of the machine. 48 This, in addition to the lubrication supplied by POLARIS may cause serious engine damage. Vary the throttle openings and machine speeds to long, trouble-free...
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... down the engine stop the engine quickly. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. Start the engine and allow restarting. n Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to idle. 3. Sit on the engine stop switch () to ground out the ignition and stop switch. Hold the throttle lever...
... down the engine stop the engine quickly. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. Start the engine and allow restarting. n Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to idle. 3. Sit on the engine stop switch () to ground out the ignition and stop switch. Hold the throttle lever...
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... used. Always remove the drive belt from the vehicle if force is applied. WARNING! NOTICE: Towing a disabled snowmobile with the rear of the snowmobile or other objects, resulting in serious injury or death. For your safety, do not attempt to use the front bumper to pull or drag the snowmobile. OPERATION Towing Do not use a tow hitch until you've read...
... used. Always remove the drive belt from the vehicle if force is applied. WARNING! NOTICE: Towing a disabled snowmobile with the rear of the snowmobile or other objects, resulting in serious injury or death. For your safety, do not attempt to use the front bumper to pull or drag the snowmobile. OPERATION Towing Do not use a tow hitch until you've read...
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... energy. Emission Control Maintenance Requirements Your snowmobile is performed. Specifications and adjustments for diagnostic service. Emission Control Label Your snowmobile is equipped with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions information hangtag. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance section of your snowmobile is equipped at the time of sale with a check engine light and it...
... energy. Emission Control Maintenance Requirements Your snowmobile is performed. Specifications and adjustments for diagnostic service. Emission Control Label Your snowmobile is equipped with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions information hangtag. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance section of your snowmobile is equipped at the time of sale with a check engine light and it...
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... its metal base and install it around the wire harness. 5. Insert the bulb into the wire harness. With the wire harness (2) attached to release it with bare fingers. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring (1) to the bulb (3), with1 draw the bulb from the housing. 4. MAINTENANCE Lights Do not touch a halogen bulb with an alcohol-moistened towel. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. Lift the rubber boot to the housing. 4. Grasp...
... its metal base and install it around the wire harness. 5. Insert the bulb into the wire harness. With the wire harness (2) attached to release it with bare fingers. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring (1) to the bulb (3), with1 draw the bulb from the housing. 4. MAINTENANCE Lights Do not touch a halogen bulb with an alcohol-moistened towel. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. Lift the rubber boot to the housing. 4. Grasp...
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.... Fuel flow should be repaired before operating. Engine lacks power Fouled or defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of Engine Continually Backfires". If there's no spark, SEE YOUR DEALER Make sure the fuel valve is too small will not function with the throttle depressed. Add isopropyl alcohol to fuel system. If engine still fails to start Probable Cause Solution Faulty ignition • Install new spark plug(s). This indicates a major engine problem...
.... Fuel flow should be repaired before operating. Engine lacks power Fouled or defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of Engine Continually Backfires". If there's no spark, SEE YOUR DEALER Make sure the fuel valve is too small will not function with the throttle depressed. Add isopropyl alcohol to fuel system. If engine still fails to start Probable Cause Solution Faulty ignition • Install new spark plug(s). This indicates a major engine problem...
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... use your snowmobile requires warranty service, you must take it to a POLARIS dealer authorized to : • Two-year extended engine coverage • Two-year powertrain coverage • Extended service contract If you may cause engine damage. WARRANTY Warranty Coverage and Exclusions Limitations of POLARIS engine oil. 2. Promotional Warranties Promotional warranties are not limited to repair POLARIS snowmobiles. These warranties can be covered by POLARIS. When requesting warranty service you must present your...
... use your snowmobile requires warranty service, you must take it to a POLARIS dealer authorized to : • Two-year extended engine coverage • Two-year powertrain coverage • Extended service contract If you may cause engine damage. WARRANTY Warranty Coverage and Exclusions Limitations of POLARIS engine oil. 2. Promotional Warranties Promotional warranties are not limited to repair POLARIS snowmobiles. These warranties can be covered by POLARIS. When requesting warranty service you must present your...
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..., perform all applicable service bulletins and have been properly set up and tested by the Owner's manual is highly recommended. Failure 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 109 WARRANTY Warranty...
..., perform all applicable service bulletins and have been properly set up and tested by the Owner's manual is highly recommended. Failure 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 109 WARRANTY Warranty...
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... foreign substance ingestion/contamination; improper engine timing; modified components; Batteries (unless defective) Cosmetic damage/repair Coolants Meals Shipping/ handling fees Product pick-up/delivery Loss of vacation/personal time This warranty also excludes failures resulting from warranty coverage in the event of a warranty claim: Spark Plugs Filters Fuel Sealants Hotel fees Towing charges Mileage Rentals/Loss of product use Lubricants such as oil, grease, etc. surface imperfections...
... foreign substance ingestion/contamination; improper engine timing; modified components; Batteries (unless defective) Cosmetic damage/repair Coolants Meals Shipping/ handling fees Product pick-up/delivery Loss of vacation/personal time This warranty also excludes failures resulting from warranty coverage in the event of a warranty claim: Spark Plugs Filters Fuel Sealants Hotel fees Towing charges Mileage Rentals/Loss of product use Lubricants such as oil, grease, etc. surface imperfections...
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... apply to vehicles that have any authorized POLARIS dealer who sells the same line as proof of the selling dealer's authorized location as your vehicle was purchased, you have received authorization for export. Dealers may be authorized to determine this vehicle's warranty or service bulletin coverage if you should consult an authorized dealer to perform the warranty repair. 111
... apply to vehicles that have any authorized POLARIS dealer who sells the same line as proof of the selling dealer's authorized location as your vehicle was purchased, you have received authorization for export. Dealers may be authorized to determine this vehicle's warranty or service bulletin coverage if you should consult an authorized dealer to perform the warranty repair. 111
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... addition to control emissions. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this warranty is first purchased and continues for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure Relief Valves* Control Valves* Control Solenoids* Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms* Control Cables* Control Linkages* Purge Valves Vapor Hoses Liquid/Vapor Separator Carbon Canister Canister Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector *As related to meet these regulations. POLARIS Industries Inc. For exhaust emissions, emission...
... addition to control emissions. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this warranty is first purchased and continues for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure Relief Valves* Control Valves* Control Solenoids* Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms* Control Cables* Control Linkages* Purge Valves Vapor Hoses Liquid/Vapor Separator Carbon Canister Canister Mounting Brackets Carburetor Purge Port Connector *As related to meet these regulations. POLARIS Industries Inc. For exhaust emissions, emission...
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... Chaincase Oil...68-69 Choke...67 Choke Cable...67 Choke Operation ...47 Cleaning and Preservation ...95 Clutch Alignment Offset ...82 Clutch and Drive System ...96 Clutch Center Distance ...82 Clutch Cover Warning...21 Clutch Safety ...17 Clutch System ...82-85 E Electrical Connections...97 Emissions Limited Warranty . . 113-114 Engine Break-In...48 Engine Protection ...96 Engine Safety...8 Engine Stop Switch ...56 Environment ...5 Exhaust System ...73 F Front Rear Scissor Stop ...34 Front Suspension Adjustments...
... Chaincase Oil...68-69 Choke...67 Choke Cable...67 Choke Operation ...47 Cleaning and Preservation ...95 Clutch Alignment Offset ...82 Clutch and Drive System ...96 Clutch Center Distance ...82 Clutch Cover Warning...21 Clutch Safety ...17 Clutch System ...82-85 E Electrical Connections...97 Emissions Limited Warranty . . 113-114 Engine Break-In...48 Engine Protection ...96 Engine Safety...8 Engine Stop Switch ...56 Environment ...5 Exhaust System ...73 F Front Rear Scissor Stop ...34 Front Suspension Adjustments...
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... ...52 Fuel Valve...52 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise ...5 O Oil ...53 Oil Filter ...72 Oil Injection System ...49 Oil Level ...53 Oil Lines ...72 Oil Recommendations ...49 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety ...6-20 G Grab Handle Adjustment ...27 H Handlebar Adjustments...Headlight Adjustment ...Headlight Bulb Installation ...Headlight Bulb Removal ...Hood Latches ...38 27 80 80 45 14 28 28 28 18 72 17 P Park Brake Lever Lock ...Passenger Warning ...Polaris Products ...Preload, IFS Shock Spring ...Pre-Ride Checklist ...Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection...
... ...52 Fuel Valve...52 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise ...5 O Oil ...53 Oil Filter ...72 Oil Injection System ...49 Oil Level ...53 Oil Lines ...72 Oil Recommendations ...49 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety ...6-20 G Grab Handle Adjustment ...27 H Handlebar Adjustments...Headlight Adjustment ...Headlight Bulb Installation ...Headlight Bulb Removal ...Hood Latches ...38 27 80 80 45 14 28 28 28 18 72 17 P Park Brake Lever Lock ...Passenger Warning ...Polaris Products ...Preload, IFS Shock Spring ...Pre-Ride Checklist ...Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection...