Polaris 2004 RANGER 2x4, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Item Frequency Remarks
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Brake pad wear 25 hrs Inspect periodically
"
L
Engine breather filter 25 hrs Inspect, replace annually and as
needed
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General Lubrication 25 hrs Lubricate all fittings, pivots, cables
Engine Cylinder
Head/Cylinder Base
Fasteners
25 hrs Re-torque required at first service
only
"
Engine Oil - Level 25 hrs Check level daily; break-in service
at 25 hours.
"
L
Engine Oil - Change
(4-Cycle)
100 hrs Change oil at 100 hours, more often
in cold weather use.
"
L
Oil Filter 100 hrs Replace with oil change
L
Engine breather
hose
100 hrs Inspect
Carburetor Float
Bowl
50 hrs Drain bowl periodically and prior to
storage
J
Throttle Cable 50 hrs Inspect; adjust, lubricate, replace if
necessary
L
Choke (Enricher)
Cable
50 hrs Inspect; adjust, lubricate, replace if
necessary
Shift linkage 50 hrs Inspect; adjust
J
Drive belt 50 hrs Inspect; adjust, replace if necessary
J
Steering 50 hrs Inspect; lubricate
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Front Suspension 50 hrs Inspect; lubricate, tighten fasteners
"
Rear Suspension 50 hrs Inspect, tighten fasteners
Improperly performing the procedures marked with a
J
could result
in component failure and lead to serious injury or death. Have an
authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
WARNING