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MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

The following chart is a guide based on average riding conditions. You 
may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When 
inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, always use genuine 
POLARIS parts, available from your POLARIS dealer.

I - Inspect (clean, adjust, tighten, lubricate, replace if necessary)
C - Clean

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

CLUTCH

Clutch Alignment Offset 
(without belt)

104

I

I

I

Drive Belt Condition

105

I

I

I

I

Clutches

104

C

C

C

Belt Tension

--

I

I

I

I

Clutch Sheaves

104

I

I

I

I

ENGINE/COOLING

Engine Mounts

--

I

I

I

I

Recoil Rope

--

I

I

I

I

Engine Torque Stop

107

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Head Bolts

--

I

I

I

Cylinder Base Nuts

--

I

I

I

I

Ignition Timing BTDC

--

I

I

I

VES System

--

C

C

C

I

Coolant

96

I

I

R

I

Coolant Hose

--

I

I

I

I

Heat Exchangers

98

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant Circulation

--

I

I

I

Coolant Leaks

--

I

I

I

I

Spark Plug Condition

92

I

I

I

R

I

Exhaust Pipe

95

I

I

Exhaust Retaining 
Springs

95

I

I

I

I

Summary of Contents for 2014 600 IQ LXT

Page 1: ...PMS 419 Snowmobile Owner s Manual for Maintenance and Safety 600 IQ LXT...

Page 2: ...ns in this manual and on all product labels Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to th...

Page 3: ...al vehicles manufactured in the world today Many years of experience have gone into the engineering design and development of your POLARIS vehicle making it the finest machine we ve ever pro duced For...

Page 4: ...ual vehicle and the information presented in this publi cation Depictions and or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccu...

Page 5: ...owmobile s controls and features The Perfect Fit 50 This section explains how to tailor the suspension and other features for an optimum riding experience Pre Ride Inspections 64 This section explains...

Page 6: ...4...

Page 7: ...are inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with your snowmobile and forward it to us This completed form is necessary t...

Page 8: ...our environment Noise Level One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise The Society of Automotive Engineers SAE the standard setting body for snowmobile development recommends that s...

Page 9: ...y blank with one of your existing keys so if both keys are lost the ignition switch must be replaced Vehicle Model Number ___________________________________________________ Tunnel VIN _______________...

Page 10: ...ous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION A CAUTION...

Page 11: ...e is in excellent operating condition at all times Always check major and vital safety components before every ride All POLARIS snowmobiles are designed and tested to provide safe operation when used...

Page 12: ...ehind it while warming up the track A loose track or flying debris could cause serious injury or death We recommend having your dealer perform all track service and alignment procedures Stay Clear of...

Page 13: ...ride in a group of other snowmobilers Always tell someone where you re going and how long you expect to be gone If it isn t possible to ride with others and you must travel into remote areas always c...

Page 14: ...will also be displayed on the label Eye Protection Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection When ever riding a POLARIS vehicle always wear shatterproof goggles or use a shatterpro...

Page 15: ...th two people on board More space is required to make turns and longer distances are needed for stopping Make sure the passenger remains seated behind the driver facing forward with both feet placed f...

Page 16: ...ysical disabilities have an increased risk of loss of control which could result in serious injury or death Do not allow disabled persons to operate this vehicle Cargo Overload Too much weight on the...

Page 17: ...he trail ahead If your speed is 40 MPH 64 km h your snowmobile is traveling about 60 feet 18 m per second If you look back for only two seconds your snowmobile will travel about 120 feet 36 m If your...

Page 18: ...behind and to both sides before turning or crossing railroad tracks or highways Steep embankments may also hide your view Always leave yourself a way out Variances in snow depth and or water currents...

Page 19: ...now is connected You may be riding on a flat slope or snow covered road but if the snowpack above is unstable enough you can trigger an avalanche on a steeper slope above you Always be aware of snow c...

Page 20: ...this check in both the full up and full down steering positions Driving Downhill When riding downhill shift your weight to the rear of the snowmobile and reduce your speed to a minimum Apply just eno...

Page 21: ...If climbing a hill is unavoidable keep your weight low and forward If you must cross the face of a slope keep your weight on the uphill side of the snowmobile to maintain proper balance and avoid poss...

Page 22: ...peeds Each clutch is dynami cally balanced before installation Any tampering may disrupt this preci sion balancing and create an unstable condition Cold Weather Drive Away Whenever your snowmobile has...

Page 23: ...lubrication will lead to overheating of the slide rail and track causing premature wear damage and failure which can result in serious injury Reduce speeds and frequently drive into fresh snow to allo...

Page 24: ...as yours make sure they take a snowmobile safety course Everyone can benefit from the course Don t jump your snowmobile over large drifts or similar terrain Jumping may injure your back because of sp...

Page 25: ...93 50 26 19 12 4 3 10 17 24 31 38 45 52 60 67 74 81 88 95 55 25 18 11 4 3 11 18 25 32 39 46 54 61 68 75 82 89 97 60 25 17 10 3 4 11 19 26 33 40 48 55 62 69 76 84 91 98 Frostbite in 30 min 10 min 5 min...

Page 26: ...eplacement Replacement safety decals are pro vided by POLARIS at no charge The part number is printed on the decal Clutch Cover Warning This warning decal is found under the hood on the clutch cover W...

Page 27: ...left console For more information on operating with a passenger see page 13 WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator and ONE passenger only Track Warning WARNING Stay clear of track Do not sit o...

Page 28: ...njury or death To avoid loss of control always Look behind before and while backing up Avoid sharp turns Shift to or from reverse only when stopped Apply throttle slowly NOTE For more information see...

Page 29: ...approved helmet eye protection and adequate clothing while operating this vehicle This vehicle is designed for adult use only Check local laws for age require ments When operating with a passenger on...

Page 30: ...le 4 Hood 5 Headlight 6 Windshield 7 Mirrors 8 Operator Seat 9 Passenger Grab Handle 10 Passenger Seat 11 Backrest 12 Cargo Bag 13 Grab Handle Heater Switch 14 Taillights 15 Rear Bumper 16 Snow Flap 1...

Page 31: ...witch 3 Thumbwarmer Switch 4 Electronic Reverse Button 5 MFD Control 6 Headlight Dimmer Switch 7 Parking Brake Lock 8 Brake Lever 9 Ignition Switch 10 Heated Windshield Power Plug 11 Engine Stop Switc...

Page 32: ...release the locks 2 Raise or lower the backrest to the desired position 3 Push the lock levers inward to secure the locks Angle Adjustment 1 Lift the lock lever at the center of the backrest 3 2 Tilt...

Page 33: ...storage for transporting larger items The maximum weight capacity for the cargo area is 30 lbs 14 kg Always secure cargo before operating Do not exceed the weight limit Do not allow a passenger to sit...

Page 34: ...adjusted for rider preference 1 Unscrew and remove the knob assemblies that secure the grab han dles 2 Reposition the grab handles to one of the three available positions on the grab handle tube betw...

Page 35: ...act any other snowmobile components at any steering position AND at any RIDER SELECT position Do not use RIDER SELECT positions 6 or 7 unless riding conditions require it Operation in position 6 or 7...

Page 36: ...Do not lubricate the RIDER SELECT mechanism Doing so could cause loss of control and result in serious injury or death The RIDER SELECT mechanism is lubricated for life at the factory WARNING Some aft...

Page 37: ...d state If this occurs replace the fuel with recommended fuel or see your POLARIS dealer for ser vice Sensor Fail Safe The DET includes a sensor fail safe system to prevent the engine from damage if t...

Page 38: ...8 High Beam Indicator Item 1 RPM or Speed Altitude if equipped Service Interval 2 Electrical System Voltage Level 3 MAX Maximum MPH KPH or RPM MPH Miles per hour KPH Kilometers per hour RPM Engine cr...

Page 39: ...nd a SET but ton bottom Specific instructions are outlined on the following pages Standard vs Metric The MFD will display either stan dard or metric units of measurement While viewing a screen that di...

Page 40: ...display the tachometer option 1 If the analog is set to show the tachometer the digital screen will show the speedometer option 2 To change viewing preferences press and hold the MODE button for three...

Page 41: ...The Performance Program automatically displays either speed or tachometer whichever is opposite the analog display See page 38 It also displays electrical system voltage and fuel level if equipped Wh...

Page 42: ...to keep track of distance traveled Both odometers can be reset to zero 1 Enter the Performance Program 2 Press and release the SET button until the desired trip screen is active 3 Press and hold the...

Page 43: ...el level is low The fuel symbol and the last fuel bar on the MFD gauge will blink when the fuel level reaches 1 8th tank The Trip F odometer records distance traveled until enough fuel is added to rai...

Page 44: ...seconds 4 When the hour starts flashing press the SET switch once to advance one hour Press and hold the SET button to advance the hours quickly 5 Press and release the MODE button to save the hour T...

Page 45: ...s the SET button to dis play the ambient air temperature and altitude screens Use the following procedures to make changes to these screens Hour Meter The hour meter records the total hours of engine...

Page 46: ...once to advance 50 feet 15 m Tip Press and hold the SET button to advance quickly by 100 foot 30 m incre ments 5 Adjust the altitude display to within 50 ft 15 m of current altitude Tip The gauge rea...

Page 47: ...currently displayed The History Program will display the history of the Maximum Speed Maximum RPM and Service Interval settings Maximum Speed Maximum RPM 1 Enter the History Program 2 Press and releas...

Page 48: ...dometer area and ENG will flash in the icon area for five seconds each time the engine is started until the service reminder is reset Use the following procedures to reset the reminder To reset the re...

Page 49: ...ctive 3 Press and hold the SET button for five seconds until the hours begin to flash Immediately release the button 4 Press the button again up to five times to advance the reminder in 50 hour increm...

Page 50: ...y compart ment It has a red wire and a brown wire with a white stripe It s located about three inches down the main harness from the point where the harness connects to the MFD 3 Cut the plastic cable...

Page 51: ...ake sure the taped seam of the compartment faces the downward side of the wire harness 9 Install a cable tie to secure the compartment to the wire harness in the same location where the previous cable...

Page 52: ...ns We recommend starting with factory settings and then customizing each adjustment individually to suit rider preference The snowmobile should be methodically tested one change at a time under the sa...

Page 53: ...ceed one inch of pre load beyond the factory settings and ensure that both sides are adjusted the same When decreasing preload make sure at least two turns of preload are hold ing the spring between t...

Page 54: ...to control suspension stiffness WARNING Changing shock valving requires special tools and a sound knowledge of mechanical theory tool use and shop procedures to perform the work safely and correctly S...

Page 55: ...ance see your dealer Suspension Performance Tips Rider weight usually determines the position at which the spring pre load should be set However this may vary with riding style With a little experimen...

Page 56: ...ar suspension With the rider seated measure the distance between the ground and the rear bumper at the exact location used for measure ment X This is measurement Y To determine sag commonly referred t...

Page 57: ...position cam using the engine spark plug tool Adjustment is easiest when the cam is rotated from low to medium and then to high Rotating directly from low to high will require significantly more effor...

Page 58: ...f a rider prefers more ski pressure for improved steering performance adjustments can be made to the front limiter straps Tighten the straps to increase ski pressure Loosen the straps to reduce ski pr...

Page 59: ...pen sion coupling Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop FRSS The front rear scissor stop FRSS couples the movement of the front torque arm with the rear torque arm and limits the amou...

Page 60: ...sting the RRSS either allows more weight to transfer to the rear for more traction or allows less weight to transfer to the rear resulting in improved cornering performance An adjustment dot is locate...

Page 61: ...roved corner ing rotate the RRSS to a higher position To increase weight transfer or ski lift during acceleration rotate the RRSS to a lower position Tip Your dealer can help you with initial setup an...

Page 62: ...red height Be sure han dlebars brake lever and throttle lever operate smoothly and do not hit the gas tank windshield or any other part of the machine when turned fully to the left or right If necessa...

Page 63: ...nowmo bile Use of unapproved parts and accessories may result in Non compliance with government industry requirements Voiding of warranty Injury to self or others This applies but is not limited to th...

Page 64: ...ack of clearance between upper carrier wheels and track Use of studs longer than the recommended length on machines equipped with center coolers will result in center cooler damage or damage to the tu...

Page 65: ...ain a proper balance between the number of studs and the length of carbide on the skags the more studs you use the longer the carbide on the skags should be See your dealer s track studding chart Wear...

Page 66: ...ng Brake Lock Brake Lever Brake System 67 68 100 Throttle Lever 65 Throttle Safety Switch 65 Auxiliary Shut Off Switch Engine Stop Switch 71 81 Ignition Switch 71 81 Taillight Brakelight Headlight 71...

Page 67: ...and brake are the primary controls of your snowmobile Always make sure both are functioning properly Squeeze the throttle lever to make sure it compresses evenly and smoothly When released the lever s...

Page 68: ...lace before operating the snowmo bile Steering System WARNING Ice and snow build up may interfere with the steering of your snowmobile resulting in serious injury or death Keep the underhood area free...

Page 69: ...ic system Refer to the brake bleeding infor mation on page 102 Brake Lever Feel If the brake lever feels spongy when squeezed check the brake fluid level and condition Add fluid as needed See page 101...

Page 70: ...lace Do not force the lock or it may break The parking brake light on the gauge will light up if the parking brake lever lock is set while the engine is running It will also be lit when the service br...

Page 71: ...cle WARNING Use of traction products such as studs increases the possibility of track damage and or failure Driving at high speeds for extended periods of time in marginal lubrication could severely d...

Page 72: ...e follow ing items on a weekly basis or before any long trip Item Check Page Suspension mounting bolts Tightness Rear idler wheel bolts Tightness 111 Rear idler adjusting bolt locknuts Tightness Torqu...

Page 73: ...ing Check the headlight high and low beam taillight and brake light Replace burned out lamps before operating Mirror Adjustment If equipped adjust your mirrors so they can be used to their full advan...

Page 74: ...numbers of POLARIS products Never mix brands of oil Serious chemical reactions can cause injection system blockage resulting in serious engine damage Oils may also be incompatible and the result could...

Page 75: ...the break in period Perform regular checks on fluid levels lines and all other important areas of the snow mobile Oil Injection System Always check and fill the oil tank when refueling See page 77 NO...

Page 76: ...ucts such as studs ice growsers etc will increase the possi bility of track damage and or failure This could cause loss of control resulting in serious injury or death Always inspect for track damage...

Page 77: ...ks in or near the area where refu eling is performed or where gasoline is stored If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash it off with soap and water and change clothing Never start...

Page 78: ...petroleum based products may damage paint Always protect painted surfaces when handling fuel Fuel System Deicers If you use non oxygenated fuel POLARIS recommends the regular use of isopropyl based fu...

Page 79: ...oils are compatible with each other Always maintain the oil level above the tank s low level line This is especially important when the snowmobile is operated in mountainous terrain Maintaining the p...

Page 80: ...oved from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to the normal closed position WARNING Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious in...

Page 81: ...ttle lever operates properly turn the ignition switch on and go through normal starting procedures 5 If the engine doesn t start take the snowmobile to an authorized POLARIS dealer for service Tip Exc...

Page 82: ...rp turns Apply throttle slowly NOTICE Engaging the starter when the engine is running WILL result in serious engine damage especially if the transmission is in reverse Never engage the starter when th...

Page 83: ...make sure the transmission is in for ward Emergency Stopping The following chart lists methods for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency See page 78 for more information about the engin...

Page 84: ...of vehicle with a rope Only a stiff metal pole connecting the towed object and the tow hitch on the snowmobile should be used If passengers are to be towed on a toboggan or sled make sure the pole is...

Page 85: ...e with a minimum octane level of 87 R M 2 If your snowmobile is equipped with a check engine light and it comes on you must take your snowmobile to a qualified dealer for diagnostic service Specificat...

Page 86: ...ervals All necessary replacement parts and labor incurred with the exception of authorized warranty repairs become the responsibility of the regis tered owner If during the course of the warranty peri...

Page 87: ...50 mi 240 km 500 mi 800 km 1000 mi 1600 km 2000 mi 3200 km Pre Season CLUTCH Clutch Alignment Offset without belt 104 I I I Drive Belt Condition 105 I I I I Clutches 104 C C C Belt Tension I I I I Clu...

Page 88: ...67 100 I Brake Fluid 101 I FUEL MANAGEMENT Idle RPM I I I Throttle Lever 65 79 I I I I I Oil Pump Lever synchronize I I I Throttle Cable 89 L L L Throttle Position Sensor I I I Fuel Lines 94 I I I I...

Page 89: ...Oil I I I I Cooling Fins and Shroud I I I I Drive Shaft Bearing 89 L L L I Jackshaft Bearings 116 L L L I Skags Wear Bars 115 I I I I I Ski Saddle Spindle Bolts I I I I I Drive Chain Tension 99 I I I...

Page 90: ...Maintenance Table beginning on page 85 and before seasonal storage When operating in heavy wet snow conditions lubricate every 500 miles 800 km Lack of lubrication will adversely affect your ride and...

Page 91: ...e inside of the tunnel This should take approximately two pumps Do not use more than four pumps Throttle Cable Lubricate the throttle cable lightly with grease or oil With the engine off turn the hand...

Page 92: ...ght glass 2 Change the chain case oil after the first 500 miles 800 km then every 1000 miles 1600 km or seasonally POLARIS recommends the use of POLARIS Synthetic Chaincase Lube See page 120 for the p...

Page 93: ...m the plug 4 Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and the oil tank should be clean and free of burrs nicks or scratches 5 Reinstall the drain plug Torq...

Page 94: ...tions more severe than intended for that plug Always use the spark plugs recommended for your snowmobile Use recommended spark plugs with the proper gap Refer to the spec ifications section beginning...

Page 95: ...uretor throttle body adjustments Wet Fouled Spark Plug The wet fouled insulator tip is black A damp oil film covers the firing end There may be a carbon layer over the entire nose Generally the electr...

Page 96: ...riodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 85 Contaminated or poor quality fuel will shorten the life of the fuel filter and result in poor engine performance Always store fuel in clean fuel container...

Page 97: ...Check the exhaust system for wear or damage at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 85 CAUTION Hot exhaust system parts can cause burns Allow adequate time for t...

Page 98: ...rt numbers of POLARIS products Tip Never add tap water to the cooling system Minerals cause deposits and may react adversely with the metals in the engine and cooling system Coolant Level The engine c...

Page 99: ...n Driving in deep snow will also help cool the engine See your dealer for service Add coolant if the level is low Engine performance will be reduced if you continue operating when the high temperature...

Page 100: ...ate the front of the vehicle slightly if necessary 2 Remove the pressure cap and fill the coolant bottle with properly mixed coolant to the maximum mark 3 Remove the bleed screw from the water outlet...

Page 101: ...move all chain slack to the tensioner side Lock the brake lever lock or have an assistant hold the brake lever firmly 2 Loosen the adjuster bolt jam nut 1 3 Finger tighten the adjuster bolt 2 until i...

Page 102: ...r death Properly functioning brakes are vital to your safety Be sure the brake pads do not drag on the disc and that brake lever travel is not excessive Always replace brake pads when the brake pad ma...

Page 103: ...ow for diaphragm movement and if they become plugged movement of brake fluid below the diaphragm may be restricted altering brake function NOTICE Brake fluid will damage decals paint and some plastics...

Page 104: ...2 Fill the master cylinder reservoir to between the MIN and MAX marks or 1 4 5 16 6 8 cm below the lip of the reservoir open ing Reinstall the gasket and cover 3 Slip a rubber tube over the ball of th...

Page 105: ...he bulb by its metal base and carefully separate the bulb from the harness Installing Halogen Bulbs 1 Hold the bulb by its metal base and install it into the wire harness 2 Insert the bulb into the ho...

Page 106: ...rs have been made WARNING All clutch maintenance and repairs must be performed by an authorized POLARIS dealer Any unauthorized modifications to clutches such as adding or removing weights will void t...

Page 107: ...n Measure belt deflection with both clutches at rest and in their full neutral position Place a straight edge on the belt and apply downward pressure while measuring at point A This measurement should...

Page 108: ...e parking brake 4 Open the hood 5 Remove the left side panel 6 Rotate the driven clutch counter clockwise 1 4 turn by hand to ensure forward engagement before attempting to remove the belt 7 Locate th...

Page 109: ...s so they operate in the same direction of rotation by positioning the identification numbers so that you can read them If required separate the sheaves as outlined in the belt removal procedures 2 Ro...

Page 110: ...ommended for your model Track Inspection WARNING Broken track rods can cause a rotating track to come off the machine which could cause serious injury or death Never operate with a damaged track Never...

Page 111: ...de rail requires adequate snow cover for sufficient lubrication Excessive wear indicates insufficient lubrication A new rail slide can cause faster heat build up in limited lubrication resulting in ex...

Page 112: ...lignment Tip Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is warmed up and limber 1 Turn the engine off 2 Lift the rear of the snowmobile and safely support it off the ground 3 Place the re...

Page 113: ...djustment on both sides of the track 8 Repeat the measurement on the other side of the track Tip Check more frequently when the snowmobile is new 9 Start the engine and slowly rotate the track at leas...

Page 114: ...re evenly spaced on each side If the track runs to the left loosen left locknut and tighten the left adjusting bolt If the track runs to the right loosen right locknut and tighten the right adjusting...

Page 115: ...113 MAINTENANCE Steering System Steering Inspection and Adjustment Check all steering system fasteners weekly and before a long ride Tighten any loose fasteners X X X X X...

Page 116: ...icle weight compressing the suspension measure 10 inches 25 4 cm forward from the center of the ski mounting bolt See illustration At this point measure between the skis This is measurement X 3 Perfor...

Page 117: ...snow or ice Check skags before each use of the snowmobile to ensure positive steer ing characteristics Skags must be replaced when worn to half their orig inal diameter Tip Carbide skags must be repl...

Page 118: ...preservation with waxes and rust inhibitors grease oil or paint The snowmobile should be stored in a dry garage or shed out of direct sunlight and covered with a fabric snowmobile cover Plastic tarp m...

Page 119: ...rough the entire fuel system Top off with fresh fuel Do not allow the snowmobile to run out of fuel Electrical Connections Replace worn or frayed electrical wire and connectors Be sure wiring harness...

Page 120: ...e P 85 Reverse Transmission Electronic Reverse Engine and Cooling Engine S4768 6044 OR6H Displacement 599 cc Cylinders 2 Bore x Stroke mm 77 25x64 Alternator Output 400 watt Throttle Body Mikuni Throt...

Page 121: ...2000 4000 10 62 1321586 Black Green 7042083 120 210 P2 Tab 7043512 42S P2 5136402 22 43 78P 1200 1800 4000 6000 10 60 1321587 Black Green 7042083 120 210 P2 Tab 7043512 42S P2 5136402 22 43 78P 1800 2...

Page 122: ...case Lubricant qt 95 l 2873106 SCL Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant gal 3 8 l Grease Specialized Lubricants 2871312 Grease Gun Kit All Season 3 oz 89 ml 2871322 All Season Grease 3 oz 89 ml cartridge 287...

Page 123: ...drive belt Excessive belt sheave clearance SEE YOUR DEALER Drive belt turns over Wrong belt for appli cation Replace the drive belt Clutch alignment out of spec SEE YOUR DEALER Engine mount bro ken or...

Page 124: ...w RPM per formance Worn drive belt Inspect and replace as needed Excessive belt sheave clearance SEE YOUR DEALER Loose torque stop Inspect and adjust Sticky clutch SEE YOUR DEALER Poor fuel quality Us...

Page 125: ...blem that must be repaired before operating SEE YOUR DEALER Engine lacks power Fouled or defective spark plug s Replace the plug s Fuel filter loss of high RPM power SEE YOUR DEALER Incorrect clutchin...

Page 126: ...ts from side to side Check ski alignment see page 114 Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely Check for excessive play in steering assembly see your dealer Ensure skags are straight...

Page 127: ...Warm the engine at least five minutes Take the drive belt off the machine in extremely cold weather and warm it up Break machine loose from the snow Poor engine performance Check for fouled plugs or...

Page 128: ...contained in this manual Your dealer is also familiar with POLARIS policies and procedures and will be happy to assist you When contacting us about parts service or warranty always provide the followi...

Page 129: ...owner reports theft A In addition to notifying the proper law enforcement officials the owner must call POLARIS Customer Service B Owners must provide their name address telephone number and the mode...

Page 130: ...not cover accidental damage normal wear and tear abuse or improper handling The warranty also does not cover any snowmobile that has been structurally altered neglected improperly maintained used for...

Page 131: ...o Obtain Warranty Service If your snowmobile requires warranty service you must take it to a POLARIS dealer authorized to repair POLARIS snowmobiles When requesting warranty service you must present y...

Page 132: ...r s manual is highly recommended Should a failure occur dur ing the warranty period resulting from the use of non recommended products warranty coverage may be denied Warranty does not apply to parts...

Page 133: ...ent or altitude compensation failure due to snow water dirt or other foreign substance ingestion contamination improper maintenance modified components use of aftermarket components resulting in failu...

Page 134: ...be authorized to perform the warranty repair If You Move If you move to another country be sure to contact POLARIS Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you...

Page 135: ...components of systems whose only purpose is to control emissions Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this war ranty is the responsibility of the vehicle owner This emissions limited...

Page 136: ...by a defect in material or workman ship This limited warranty does not cover damage due to accidents abuse or improper handling maintenance or use This limited warranty also does not cover any engine...

Page 137: ...r each time your snow mobile is serviced This will provide you and future owners with an accurate log of maintenance and services performed on the snowmobile DATE MILES KM TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED...

Page 138: ...136 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS...

Page 139: ...137 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS...

Page 140: ...Coolant Level 96 Cooling System 96 98 Cooling System Bleeding 98 Cooling System Flushing 97 D DET 35 Detonation Elimination Technology 35 Digital Display 36 Disabled Operators 14 Drive Belt Adjustment...

Page 141: ...uverability 20 MFD Battery Replacement 48 49 MFD Components 36 MFD Digital Display Programs 39 47 MFD Settings 37 38 N Noise 6 O Oil Filter 95 Oil Indicator Light 77 Oil Injection System 73 Oil Level...

Page 142: ...pension Lubrication Rear 88 Suspension Performance Tips 53 Suspension Front 50 Switches Stop 78 Throttle Safety 78 T Throttle Cable Lubrication 89 Throttle Lever 65 79 Throttle Safety Switch 65 78 Tor...

Page 143: ...For your nearest Polaris dealer call 1 800 POLARIS or visit www polaris com Polaris Sales Inc 2100 Hwy 55 Medina MN 55340 Phone 1 888 704 5290 Part No 9924222 Rev 01 Printed in USA PMS 419 9924222...

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