Owner's manual

MAINTENANCE

Cleaning and Storage

Storage Tips

Inspect and Lubricate

Inspect all cables and lubricate all areas of the vehicle as recommended in the Periodic Main-

tenance Chart beginning on page 38.

Battery Maintenance

See pages 65-66 for storage and charging procedures.

Fluid Levels

Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance

Chart beginning on page 38.

• Front and rear gearcase fluid (if equipped)

• Transmission fluid

• Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the fluid looks dark or contaminated)

• Coolant (test strength/fill)

Fog the Engine

1. Remove the spark plug and add 2-3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) of engine oil.

2. Reinstall the spark plug. Torque to specification. See page 47.

3. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug cap. Reinstall the cap.

4. Turn the engine over several times. Oil will be forced in and around the piston rings and

ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective film of fresh oil.

5. Treat the fuel system with POLARIS Carbon Clean. See page 68. If POLARIS fuel sys-

tem additive is not used, fuel tank, fuel lines, and carburetor should be completely

drained of gasoline.

6. To eliminate any fuel remaining in the carburetor, run the engine until it stops.

Storage Area/Covers

Be sure the storage area is well ventilated. Cover the vehicle with a genuine POLARIS

cover. Do not use plastic or coated materials. They do not allow enough ventilation to pre-

vent condensation, and may promote corrosion and oxidation.