Polaris 2007 Sportsman 450 EFI, Service Manual

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2.10
MAINTENANCE
Polaris Lubricant Symbol Identification
NOTE: The symbols used are for quick reference in identifying
which lubricant/grease to use on each component.
Pre-ride / Daily Inspection
Perform the following pre-ride inspection daily, and when
servicing the vehicle at each scheduled maintenance.
• Verify seat lock-out operation
• Verify box lock-out operation
• Tires - check condition and pressures
• Fuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper level;
Do not overfill oil tank
• All brakes - check operation and adjustment (includes
auxiliary brake)
• Throttle -check for free operation
• Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all
indicator lights and switches
• Engine stop switch - check for proper function
• Wheels - check for loose wheel nuts and axle nuts;
check to be sure axle nuts are secured by cotter pins
• Air cleaner element - check for dirt or water; clean or
replace
• Steering - check for free operation, noting any unusual
looseness in any area
• Loose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged
or loose nuts, bolts or fasteners
• Engine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery
bottle
• ADC Fluid Level - check for proper level
Polaris DOT
Brake Fluid
Polaris Synthetic AGL
Gearcase Lube
Polaris Synthetic
Polaris 60/40
Polaris Demand Drive
LT Hub Fluid
Polaris U-Joint Lube
Polaris All
Season Grease
Polaris ATV Angle
Drive Fluid
0W/40
Coolant
Polaris ADC
Hydraulic Fluid