Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7, Service Manual, Page: 39 / 312

MAINTENANCE
2.21
ENGINE-TO-FRAME GROUND
Inspect engine-to-frame ground cable connection. Be
sure it is clean and tight.
Typical Ground Cable
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM
OVERVIEW
The engine coolant level is controlled or maintained
by the recovery system. The recovery system
components are the recovery bottle, radiator filler
neck, radiator pressure cap and connecting hose.
As coolant operating temperature increases, the
expanding(heated)excesscoolantisforcedoutofthe
radiator past the pressure cap and into the recovery
bottle. Asenginecoolanttemperaturedecreasesthe
contracting(cooled)coolantisdrawnbackupfromthe
tank past the pressure cap and into the radiator.
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Some coolant level drop on new
machines is normal as the system is
purgingitselfoftrappedair. Observe
coolant levels often during the
break-in period.
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Overheating of engine could occur if
air is not fully purged from system.
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PolarisPremium60/40anti--freezeis
premixed and ready to use. Do not
dilute with water.
COOLANT STRENGTH / TYPE
Test the strength of the coolant using an antifreeze
hydrometer.
Antifreeze Hydrometer
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A 50/50 or 60/40 mixture of
antifreeze and distilled water will
provide the optimum cooling,
corrosion protection, and antifreeze
protection.
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Do not use tap water. Tap water
contains minerals and impurities
which build up in the system. Do not
add straight antifreeze or straight
water to the system. Straight water
or antifreeze may cause the system
to freeze, corrode, or overheat.
Polaris 60/40 Anti-Freeze / Coolant
(PN 2871323)
COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
Inspect all hoses for cracks, deterioration, abrasion or
leaks. Replace if necessary.
Lower Radiator Hose
Upper Radiator
Hose
Coolant Bottle
Fan