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Owners Manual - Page 2
Failure to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of the instructions and safety precautions in serious injury or death. WARNING
Read, understand, and follow all of California to follow the safety precautions could result in this manual and on all product labels.
Owners Manual - Page 5
..., upcoming events, career opportunities and more. Your manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is interested in your vehicle, be performed only by a factory certified Master Service Dealer® (MSD) technician. Have your accessories and clothing delivered right to your POLARIS vehicle, making it the finest machine we proudly produce...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... Inspections ...40
This section explains procedures that should be performed before riding. Maintenance ...61
This section defines your role, and your dealer's role, in , operation of important identification numbers that must be recorded in the owner's manual. Operation ...47
This section explains proper engine break-in your snowmobile's controls and features. TABLE OF...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... switch must complete the registration form included with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is necessary to ensure warranty coverage. INTRODUCTION
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your snowmobile's identification numbers and key number in this manual, store it in a safe place.
Follow the maintenance program outlined in the spaces provided. Preventive maintenance ensures...
Owners Manual - Page 21
...injury or damage to the engine may disrupt this manual to carry a load or a passenger. Operation of your dealer. Damage to the engine. Maintenance
Follow the recommended ...specific mileage intervals.
17 Intake Silencer
Do not operate the engine with the drive belt removed. All clutch service must be performed by the shifting of the engine with enough authority to service...
Owners Manual - Page 25
... snowmobile, always read and follow the instructions of the decals depicted in this manual differ from the decals on your POLARIS dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety decals ...POLARIS at no charge. Never run engine with hood open. see your protection. The part number is found under the hood on the snowmobile carefully. Never service clutches yourself -- If any of the...
Owners Manual - Page 27
... console. To avoid loss of control resulting in serious injury or death. NOTE: For more information, see Owner's Manual. See page 24 for the text.
23 If electric reverse: • Machine stopped and engine at low speeds, can cause loss of control, always: • Look behind before and while backing up...
Owners Manual - Page 28
...fuel only. 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...Before starting engine, check throttle, brake, and steering for a replacement. • This vehicle is capable of the throttle control assembly, to stop the engine. Then ...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... System Seal Parking Brake Lock/Brake Lever/Brake System Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch (Engine Stop Switch) Ignition Switch Taillight/Brakelight/Headlight Suspension Mounting Bolts Skags (Wear Bars...Hood Straps/Latches Throttle Lever/Safety Switch Rear Wheel Idler Bolts Tether Switch/Strap (accessory) Track Alignment/Condition Rail Slide Condition Chaincase Oil Level Injection Oil Level
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Owners Manual - Page 45
...not function smoothly, or if you discover excessive lever freeplay, DO NOT start the engine. The manual is operated. n Throttle Safety Switch
Test the throttle safety switch system before the... serviced immediately.
See page 56.
41 When released, the lever should immediately return to it compresses evenly and smoothly.
Read and Understand Your Owner's Manual
Read the Owner's Manual ...
Owners Manual - Page 61
... disconnected, the ignition key switch must return to the idle position quickly and completely. 4. Return the machine to an authorized POLARIS dealer for service as soon as possible.
57 If the engine stops abruptly when the throttle lever is released: 1. If this occurs, return the machine to an authorized POLARIS dealer for...
Owners Manual - Page 63
Make sure the area behind your vehicle is in reverse. Push the yellow reverse button on the instrument panel will ...forward gear when it 's stored in reverse. Disengaging Reverse
1. Push the yellow reverse button for a higher altitude, start the engine and hold the button down until the light on the instrument panel will automatically reduce RPM and start a reverse rotation. To...
Owners Manual - Page 65
... should review the limitations of 87 (R+M)/2. Specifications and adjustments for your snowmobile to this vehicle.
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Environmental Protection Agency regulations. If your snowmobile is permanently affixed to perform any service that you must not be necessary. Owner's Responsibilities
Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance section of...
Owners Manual - Page 74
...with a heat range too high will always cause engine damage if the engine is indicative of engine operation.
Tip: Incorrect fuel mixture can often cause a spark plug to ...miles (32004000 km). A new engine can cause burns. CAUTION! lbs. (24-30 Nm). • Always carry spare spark plugs. Before changing spark plug heat ranges, be read after the engine has been warmed up and the vehicle...
Owners Manual - Page 103
...to the track clips due to lack of spec Engine mount broken or loose • Adjust alignment offset. TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Troubleshooting
Unless you have experience and training in...
Chaincase sprocket or chain jammed or broken Engine stutters in two-cycle engine repair, see your dealer if technical problems arise. Problem
Erratic engine operating RPM during acceleration or load variations
...
Owners Manual - Page 108
... of purchase 5. When contacting us about parts, service, or warranty, always provide the following information: 1. 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. Contact your snowmobile and its engine. Your dealer receives frequent updates on changes...
Owners Manual - Page 112
...work with controlling state law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you selected any type of extended warranty coverage as part of a POLARIS retail program, please contact any of non-recommended lubricants may cause engine damage. WARRANTY
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
Limitations of POLARIS engine oil. 2. When requesting warranty service you must take it to a POLARIS...
Owners Manual - Page 113
Failure of any dealer to perform the required vehicle Pre-Delivery Inspection, perform all applicable service bulletins and have been properly set up and tested by the Owner's manual is highly recommended. Should a failure occur during the warranty period resulting from warranty consideration if the failure was due to provide proof of warranty coverage. Warranty does not apply to parts...
Owners Manual - Page 114
..., cold or contamination; unauthorized repairs; 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...
Owners Manual - Page 118
... when the vehicle has been used in the owner's manual. This limited warranty also does not cover physical damage, corrosion or defects caused by acts of God. It is inconsistent with emission controls is prohibited by a defect in material or workmanship.This limited warranty does not cover damage due to perform any engine that may not...
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