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MAINTENANCE

General Maintenance

Hydraulic Brake Inspection

Inspect the brake lever reserve before each use of the snowmobile. See

page 59.

Brake pads must be replaced when the brake pad material becomes thin-

ner than the backing plate (approximately 1/16

). A kit is available for

replacing brake pads. See your dealer.

Excessive Lever Travel

Hydraulic brakes are self-adjusting, but if excessive brake pad clearance

develops, bring the machine to an authorized Polaris dealer for inspec-

tion and adjustment.

Brake Components

1. Brake Caliper
2. Brake Disc
3. Brake Pad Material (Replace

when thickness is less than

1/16

/1.5 mm).

WARNING

Brake failure during operation can result in serious injury or 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 material becomes thinner

than the backing plate (approximately 1/16

Summary of Contents for 340 Edge

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Page 3: ...RNING Snowmobile engines discharge fuel and exhaust which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm onto the snow on which they op...

Page 4: ...velopment of your Polaris vehicle making it the finest machine we ve ever produced For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle be sure to follow the instructions and recommendations in this owner...

Page 5: ...cation Due to constant improvements in the design and quality of production components some minor discrep ancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publi catio...

Page 6: ...of your snowmobile s controls and features The Perfect Fit 30 This section explains how to tailor the suspension and other features for an optimum riding experience Pre Ride Inspections 57 This sectio...

Page 7: ...______________________________________ right front side of engine crankcase Key Number ___________________________________________________________ Important Notes for Owners and Drivers After reading...

Page 8: ...rm to prescribed sound levels Polaris snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE standards Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and must not be altered or removed The sound...

Page 9: ...t symbol on your vehicle or in this manual alerts you to the potential for injury WARNING The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result in serious injury or death CAUTION The s...

Page 10: ...obile 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 u...

Page 11: ...its operation WARNING Serious injuries may result if hands feet or clothing become entangled in the track Be alert when riding and remain properly seated to stay clear of the track Never hold the sno...

Page 12: ...er throttle brake and steering control Riding Apparel Be prepared be warm and be com fortable when riding Be aware of the weather forecast especially the windchill and dress accordingly See the chart...

Page 13: ...ival equipment that s appropriate to the condi tions you may encounter Such equipment may include but is not lim ited to extra clothing a sleeping bag a flashlight food and water a signaling mirror a...

Page 14: ...plying speed MPH by 1 5 will equal the approximate number of feet per sec ond your machine travels If your speed is 40 MPH your machine is traveling about 60 feet per second If you look back for only...

Page 15: ...wn out the sound of approaching vehicles Look ahead behind and to both sides before turning or crossing railroad tracks or high ways Steep embankments may also hide your view Always leave yourself a w...

Page 16: ...lope 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 conditions above you as you travel in moun tain...

Page 17: ...pery Surfaces WARNING Ice and snow build up may interfere with the steering of your machine result ing in serious injury or death Keep the underhood area free of snow and ice WARNING Never attempt an...

Page 18: ...to help slow the machine and keep it from rolling freely downhill WARNING When driving on long downhill stretches pump the brakes Riding the brakes may cause the brake system to overheat which may res...

Page 19: ...it from rolling back down the hill Stop the engine and set the parking brake if equipped Keeping away from the downhill side of the machine pull the rear of the snowmobile around and point the front...

Page 20: ...otect the operator from metal parts if the clutch should fail Although the chance of failure is extremely remote don t defeat the purpose of the safety guard by removing it Clutches Do not attempt to...

Page 21: ...and damage to the slide rail track and or engine If the machine becomes stuck in snow clear the running board area of snow then step down the snow in front of the machine so that when the throttle is...

Page 22: ...or s certificate For their protection as well as yours make sure they take a snowmobile safety course Everyone can benefit from the course Don t jump your snowmobile Jumping may injure your back becau...

Page 23: ...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 mi...

Page 24: ...the hood on the clutch cover WARNING Do not operate engine with hood open Do not attempt adjustment with engine running Do not operate engine with plenum belt guard removed Never run engine with drive...

Page 25: ...ack may result in severe injury or death No Passenger Warning Some snowmobiles are designed for the operator only while others are designed for the operator and one passenger A warning decal on the co...

Page 26: ...t to or from reverse only when stopped Apply throttle slowly NOTE For more information see Owner s Manual If electric reverse Machine stopped and engine at idle push yellow button on LH con trol to re...

Page 27: ...ear an approved helmet eye protection and adequate clothing while operating this vehicle This vehicle is designed for adult use only Check local laws for age requirements When operating with a passeng...

Page 28: ...Windshield 4 Handlebar 5 Seat 6 Storage Compartment Trunk 7 Taillights 8 Rear Bumper 9 Snow Flap 10 Track 11 Suspension 12 Ski 13 Nosepan 14 Front Bumper 15 Adjustable Seat Bucket select models 5 10...

Page 29: ...r Owner s Manual Supplement for the features on your machine 1 Fuel Filler Cap 2 Ignition Switch 3 Brake Lever 4 Speedometer 5 Tachometer 6 Engine Stop Switch 7 Throttle Control 8 Hood Hold Down Strap...

Page 30: ...ains activated see your Polaris dealer for diagnosis D E T Flash Signals Use this chart to determine the meaning and course of action for each D E T flash signal Possible Cause Solution Poor quality f...

Page 31: ...t To adjust the seat bucket press down on the release latch 2 and slide the bucket forward or rearward to the desired position Make sure the bucket locks firmly in position before operating the snowmo...

Page 32: ...s unlocked with the key When reinstalled the bucket will be locked in place Trunk Access The seat bucket must be removed to access the trunk 1 Unlock the trunk using the trunk lock key 2 Press the loc...

Page 33: ...t individually to suit rider preference The machine should be methodically tested one change at a time under the same conditions trail and snow conditions vehicle speed riding position etc after each...

Page 34: ...ount of travel that was used dur ing the ride If the travel is full the bumper will be seated at the top of the rod Shock Components The front springs can be changed if spring preload alone isn t suff...

Page 35: ...d be used to achieve the desired ride The shocks have a wide range of adjustment capability By turning the screw clockwise the compression of the shock increases stiffening the ride When adjusting the...

Page 36: ...the handling of the snowmobile and the performance of the suspension Never exceed one inch of preload beyond the factory settings and ensure that both sides are adjusted the same When decreasing prel...

Page 37: ...if spring preload alone isn t sufficient and fur ther adjustment is desired to control suspension stiffness See your Polaris dealer for more information WARNING Changing shock valving on RydeFX and R...

Page 38: ...nts involve a compromise or trade off For example a suspension set up for snowcross racing would provide a very stiff ride on the trail A suspension set up for trail riding would bot tom out harshly o...

Page 39: ...p speed When riding on ice or hard packed snow adding a set of bogie wheels to the rail may enhance the machine s performance Bogie wheel kits are available from your dealer Polaris offers track kits...

Page 40: ...asure the distance between the ground and the rear bumper at the exact location used for measurement X This is mea surement Y To determine sag commonly referred to as ride in subtract measure ment Y f...

Page 41: ...ing Tension To adjust rear torsion spring tension rotate the three position cam using the engine spark plug tool Different rate torsion springs are available if a firmer ride is desired See your deale...

Page 42: ...screw near the base of the shock In half turn increments turn the screw clockwise to increase compression valving and stiffen the ride or counterclockwise to reduce compression and soften the ride The...

Page 43: ...on troubleshooting decal located under the hood or on the clutch guard FOX Position Sensitive Clicker Shock The FOX position sensitive clicker shock is available as an option on some models Adjustment...

Page 44: ...uspension 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 amo...

Page 45: ...ront torque arm Adjusting 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 adju...

Page 46: ...ool kit To increase weight transfer or ski lift during acceleration move the RRSS to the rearward hole on high posi tion The RRSS may also be rotated to a lower position for even more weight transfer...

Page 47: ...the possible adjustments available with this suspen sion Static Sag and Ride Height Settings Static sag describes the difference in height of the rear bumper from the suspension s fully extended posit...

Page 48: ...tion Record the measurement 2 Have the rider sit on the snowmobile and bounce up and down on the seat a few times to set in the suspension While the rider remains seated measure the distance from the...

Page 49: ...To adjust loosen the hex bolts 1 attaching the rear lower shock cross shaft to the rail beam 3 Using a 9 16I wrench loosen the jam nuts 2 on the preload bolts 4 Adjust the preload bolts 3 to the desir...

Page 50: ...nch to rotate the crossover toward the left side of the snowmobile clockwise when viewed from below Rotate toward the right side to decrease preload counter clockwisewhen viewed from below Be sure the...

Page 51: ...in bottoming situa tions This adjustment has no effect on spring pre load or general ride characteristics of the M 10 rear suspension it affects only bottoming resistance To adjust the crossover tube...

Page 52: ...owder or by very light riders The 300 lbs in rear arm spring option would be used when high load conditions exist such as operation by heavy riders on rough trails or very aggressive riding The availa...

Page 53: ...the straps to the desired position i e move from position 4 to 3 Replace the nut and washer Tighten securely 3 For half hole increments such as 3 4 the limiter straps have slots at the upper pinch bol...

Page 54: ...riding style FRA Position Dimension B Dimension C Rider weight with full riding gear SOFT FIRM Rear Spring Preload Crossover Tube Length Limiter Ski Pressure Settings Settings In mm In mm Light Firm 1...

Page 55: ...juster block turn handlebar to left or right for access to back nuts NOTE If necessary pry the blocks apart with a screwdriver 3 Adjust the handlebar to the desired height Be sure handlebars brake lev...

Page 56: ...mobile 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 the fo...

Page 57: ...abil ity may be reduced on hard packed snow or ice When studded tracks are used increased wear to the brake pads will result from increased braking Extended wear brake pad kits are avail able See you...

Page 58: ...Maintain 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 char...

Page 59: ...trips or wear strip coolers installed Wear strips are designed for a specific stud length See your dealer s studding chart for recommended traction accessories Components viewed from rear of track 1 T...

Page 60: ...teering System 61 Recoil Rope 62 Coolant Level 100 Park Brake Lock Brake Lever Brake System 59 60 103 Auxiliary Shut Off Switch Engine Stop Switch 63 Ignition Switch 63 Taillight Brakelight Headlight...

Page 61: ...ver to make sure it compresses evenly and smoothly When released the lever should immediately return to the idle position without binding or hesitation If the throttle does not func tion smoothly or i...

Page 62: ...es low brake fluid level or air in the hydraulic system Refer to the brake bleeding infor mation on page 105 or see your dealer for service Lever Feel If the brake lever feels spongy when squeezed che...

Page 63: ...to place Do not force the lock or it may break The brake light on the console will light up if the park brake lever lock is set while the engine is running It will also be lit when the service brake i...

Page 64: ...r machine result ing in serious injury or death Keep the underhood area free of snow and ice WARNING Operating the snowmobile with a damaged track increases the possibility of track failure which coul...

Page 65: ...d open or removed Always ensure that the hood straps are in good condition and that the latches are securely in place before operating the snowmo bile n Recoil Rope Inspect the recoil rope and handle...

Page 66: ...n Tether Switch If your machine has a tether switch remove the tether from the switch to make sure the engine stops immediately n Lighting Check the headlight high and low beam taillight and brake li...

Page 67: ...crank the engine 7 Repeat the cranking procedure as needed until the engine starts 8 After the engine starts flip the choke toggle to the OFF position If the engine slows or wants to stop use intermi...

Page 68: ...ree hours of operation will damage close fitted engine parts Do not operate at full throttle or high speeds for extended periods during the first three hours of use Vary the throttle open ings and mac...

Page 69: ...e sludge formation filter blockage and reduced cold weather flow rates All Polaris oils are compatible with each other Slide Rail and Track Cooling CAUTION Serious engine damage can occur without the...

Page 70: ...es shut off the engine and lower the machine to the ground 5 Grasp the skis by their front loops and move them from side to side to loosen snow and ice WARNING A loose track or flying debris could cau...

Page 71: ...not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where refueling is performed or where gasoline is stored If gasoline spills on your skin or clothing immediately wash it off with soap and...

Page 72: ...PREM When the engine is started a yellow Premium Fuel light illuminates on the instrument panel When the key is in this position the fuel must be a minimum of 91 octane Return the key switch to the O...

Page 73: ...8 16 ml per liter of gasoline to prevent engine damage resulting from fuel system icing and lean fuel mixtures Never use deicers or additives containing methanol Polaris also recommends the use of Ca...

Page 74: ...important when the machine is operated in mountainous ter rain Always check the oil level when refuel ing Maintain the oil level above the tank s low level line When the oil reaches the low level mark...

Page 75: ...e performance A lean mixture may be caused by things like fuel line restrictions for eign matter in the carburetor or clogged fuel filters A rich mixture may be caused by snow build up on the pre filt...

Page 76: ...ge The main jet installed in production is not correct for all altitudes and or tempera tures See page 98 for more information NOTE It s the owner s responsibility to ensure that the correct jets are...

Page 77: ...eration 1 Sit on the seat 2 Start the engine and allow it to idle 3 Hold the throttle lever pin stationary by exerting pressure on the pivot pin in the direction shown in the illustration 4 Apply a sl...

Page 78: ...the throttle cable may cause the safety switch to activate preventing the engine from starting If this occurs return the machine to an authorized Polaris dealer for service If an emergency exists and...

Page 79: ...he engine stop switch and throttle safety switch SYSTEM WHAT IT DOES THROTTLE CONDITION Ignition Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All Brake Slows jackshaft All Choke Floods engine Half throttle or l...

Page 80: ...te clock wise slightly to relieve belt tension 4 Starting at one of the tower struts wind the strap counter clockwise around the clutch as shown 5 Pull the strap abruptly so the strap comes free of th...

Page 81: ...hich gear is engaged Sometimes the drive belt will drag in the drive clutch causing slight tension in the transmission and making it hard to shift Shutting the engine off will remove this tension and...

Page 82: ...the snowmobile and leave the engine idling 2 Make sure the area behind your vehicle is clear 3 Push the yellow reverse button on the left hand control for one sec ond then release The engine will auto...

Page 83: ...machine is in forward Altitude Setting At higher altitudes above 6000 feet the engine will require a different ignition setting to improve the success of the reverse system To set for a higher altitud...

Page 84: ...erate the brake and steering when necessary WARNING Objects towed with a rope have no braking power and can easily collide with the rear of the snowmobile or other objects resulting in serious injury...

Page 85: ...owmobile You may remove the factory installed emissions information hangtag which is intended solely for your use in making a purchasing decision Emission Control Maintenance Requirements Your snowmob...

Page 86: ...our snowmobile prior to each use including the airbox foam filter and hood foam filters and clean these components as necessary Polaris considers the specified maintenance for the spark plugs oil chan...

Page 87: ...rvals 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 perio...

Page 88: ...0 km 2000 mi 3200 km Pre Season CLUTCH Clutch Alignment Offset without belt 110 I I I Drive Belt Condition 111 I I I I Clutches disassemble 109 C C C Belt Tension I I I I Clutch Sheaves 109 I I I I EN...

Page 89: ...crews I I I Carburetor synchronize 98 I I I Idle RPM I I I Throttle Lever 75 I I I I I Oil Pump Lever synchronize I I I Throttle Cable 91 L L L Choke Cable 91 L L L Choke 91 I I I Vent Lines I I I I T...

Page 90: ...arings 126 L L L I Skags Wear Bars 123 I I I I I Ski Saddle Spindle Bolts I I I I I Ski Pivots 88 L L L L I Ski Spindle 88 L L L L I Steering Arm s I Upper Lower Steering Post Support Bracket 88 L L L...

Page 91: ...132 for the part numbers of Polaris products The illustration shows the lubrication points of suspension and steering components Grease the left and right spindles Raise the front end of the machine...

Page 92: ...89 MAINTENANCE Lubrication EDGE Rear Suspension M 10 Rear Suspension...

Page 93: ...90 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Other Rear Suspensions...

Page 94: ...ng Inject grease into the fitting on the speedometer sensor housing until grease purges from the seal on the inside of the tunnel This should take approximately two pumps Do not use more than four pum...

Page 95: ...oil level between the safe marks on the dipstick Clean the magnetic plug on the dipstick whenever checking or changing oil Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Synthetic Chaincase Lube See page 132 f...

Page 96: ...ten cause a spark plug to appear too dark or too light in color Before changing spark plug heat ranges be sure the correct main jet is installed in the carbure tor s Refer to the Owner s Manual Supple...

Page 97: ...justments 2 Wet Fouled 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 electrodes are not worn General causes...

Page 98: ...of deterioration or damage Always check fuel line condition after periods of storage Normal dete rioration from weather and fuel compounds may occur Replace worn or damaged fuel lines promptly CAUTIO...

Page 99: ...ttom of the oil tank After changing the oil filter bleed the oil injection system of all trapped air See your dealer for instruc tions or have your dealer perform the filter change and bleeding opera...

Page 100: ...lve off 2 Position a container or shop towels to catch the contaminated gasoline 3 Slide the clamp 1 away from the drain plug 2 and remove the drain plug from the sediment tube 4 Wipe residue from the...

Page 101: ...nchronized or balanced is important Properly adjusted carburetors can greatly improve engine performance fuel economy engine life and reliability If you notice any of the following conditions the carb...

Page 102: ...cap Heat exchangers Coolant The coolant supplied in the system is a 60 40 mixture of ethylene glycol and distilled water This mixture provides protection against freezing Contact your dealer if greate...

Page 103: ...re Coolant bottle or overflow tank Engine filler neck Pressure cap on some models Connecting hoses Always maintain the coolant level between the minimum and maximum marks on the coolant bottle when en...

Page 104: ...Add coolant to the coolant bottle to the maximum mark 5 Start the engine and run at a fast idle for two to three minutes Loosen the bleed screw occasionally to purge any trapped air 6 Stop the engine...

Page 105: ...ockwise to 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...

Page 106: ...if excessive brake pad clearance develops bring the machine to an authorized Polaris dealer for inspec tion and adjustment Brake Components 1 Brake Caliper 2 Brake Disc 3 Brake Pad Material Replace w...

Page 107: ...ry two years with Polaris DOT 3 high temperature brake fluid See page 132 for the part numbers of Polaris products WARNING After opening a bottle of brake fluid always discard any unused portion Never...

Page 108: ...bleeder valve and direct the flow of fluid into an approved container 4 Squeeze the brake lever a full stroke Then unscrew the bleeder valve 3 4 of a turn to release air 5 Close the bleeder valve and...

Page 109: ...r to the center of the headlight and make a mark on the wall 3 Start the engine and turn the headlight switch to high beam 4 Observe the headlight aim The most intense part of the headlight beam shoul...

Page 110: ...and flip it to the outside of the housing 3 With the wire harness attached to the bulb 3 withdraw the bulb from the housing 4 Grasp the bulb by its metal base and carefully separate the bulb from the...

Page 111: ...adjustable seat bucket 1 Remove the two sets of fasteners at the rear corners of the seat base 2 Tilt the rear of the seat upward to access the bulbs from under the seat 3 Twist the bulb socket sligh...

Page 112: ...ment or an unusual vibration or shift pattern see your dealer immediately Do not operate the machine until repairs have been made All clutch maintenance and repairs must be performed by an authorized...

Page 113: ...sheave width of the drive clutch For this reason Polaris recommends that only O E M belts be used Other belts may match the dimensions but can drastically change the shift pat tern resulting in poor p...

Page 114: ...wear frayed edges missing cogs cracks and excessive looseness Replace the belt if any of these conditions exist See Belt Troubleshooting on page 138 For improved drive away during extremely cold tempe...

Page 115: ...lutch Skip to step 8 7 TEAM Clutch Locate the L wrench in the tool kit and install it into the open threaded hole in the outer sheave of the clutch Rotate the wrench until the sheaves open far enough...

Page 116: ...in the belt removal procedures 2 Turn the driven clutch moveable sheave clockwise while pushing inward and forcing the belt down between the sheaves 3 Hold the belt down between the sheaves and roll...

Page 117: ...rom the jackshaft 1 Pull the belt into the driven clutch to slightly open the sheaves 2 Loosen the three bolts on the adjustment cam and turn the cam counterclockwise to reduce the distance between th...

Page 118: ...especially important to maintain track tension as specified on page 118 Allow the engine to reach idle speed before attempting to shift into or out of reverse WARNING Improper track tension can cause...

Page 119: ...n will keep your machine in peak operating condition Tool Kit A tool kit is included with each machine for emergency and routine maintenance Your tool kit will contain only the tools applicable to you...

Page 120: ...slide wear occurs due to poor snow conditions additional wheel kits are available See your dealer for more information NOTE Track damage or failure caused by operation on ice or under other poor lubri...

Page 121: ...the specified distance see chart ahead of the center of the rear idler wheel NOTE Measure at the point where the weight is hanging WARNING Moving parts can cut and crush body parts When performing th...

Page 122: ...ide equal adjustment on both sides of the track 8 Repeat the measurement on the other side of the track NOTE Check more frequently when the machine is new 9 Start the machine and slowly rotate the tra...

Page 123: ...s Stop the engine and let the track come to a stop do not apply brakes 3 Inspect track alignment by looking through the track window to make sure the rails are evenly spaced on each side If the track...

Page 124: ...121 MAINTENANCE Steering System Steering Inspection and Adjustment Each week or before a long ride check all steering system fasteners and tighten if necessary...

Page 125: ...etween the skis at point X should be 1 8I to 1 4I 3 6 mm greater than the measurement at point Y NOTE If the skis are misaligned we recommend that your dealer cor rect the alignment since camber adjus...

Page 126: ...I 15 2 cm from the ground 2 Remove the attaching nuts and pry the skag downward 3 Remove the rear end of the skag 4 Remove the front end of the skag 5 Reverse the steps to install a skag WARNING Worn...

Page 127: ...ing any snowmobile trip a visual inspection will uncover potential problems Check the follow ing items on a weekly basis or before any long trip n Check suspension mounting bolts for tightness n Check...

Page 128: ...faces with a damp cloth Clean and touch up with paint any rusted or previously painted surfaces Be sure that corrosive salt and acids are removed from sur faces before beginning preservation with waxe...

Page 129: ...r preparation of the engine and fuel system is vital to the preven tion of rust and corrosion on precision engine parts during storage Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days...

Page 130: ...storage 2 Securely support the front of the snowmobile with a jack stand so the machine is elevated and the engine is tilted rearward 3 Remove the spark plug s 4 Rotate the engine slowly watching the...

Page 131: ...rts and hot exhaust parts Battery Always prepare and maintain the battery as outlined on page 131 Track and Suspension Moderate track tension should be maintained during summer storage The machine sho...

Page 132: ...from contact with the skin eyes or clothing If contact occurs seek immedi ate medical attention KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN EXTERNAL Flush with water INTERNAL Drink large quantities of water or mil...

Page 133: ...positive battery cable second 5 Carefully lift the battery out of the snowmobile Do not tip it side ways or spill electrolyte CAUTION Tap water contains minerals that will damage a battery and shorten...

Page 134: ...ttery Charge it to the proper level Store it in a cool dry place Check and or charge monthly Before using the battery take it to your dealer for testing and recharging Batteries may freeze if not full...

Page 135: ...3 VES II Synthetic 2 Cycle Engine Oil 2 5 gal Chaincase Lubricants 2873105 Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant qt 2872951 Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant 12 oz Grease Specialized Lubricants 2871312 Grease Gun...

Page 136: ...sary SEE YOUR DEALER Harsh drive clutch engagement Drive belt worn or too narrow Replace the drive belt Excessive belt sheave clearance SEE YOUR DEALER Drive belt turns over Wrong belt for appli catio...

Page 137: ...ve clearance SEE YOUR DEALER Loose torque stop Inspect and adjust Sticky clutch SEE YOUR DEALER Engine doesn t turn Seized engine SEE YOUR DEALER Seizure is a result of poor lubrication inade quate fu...

Page 138: ...ne several times may be necessary to change plug s Poor engine com pression Mixture is too lean A main jet that is too small will cause seizure resulting in loss of power This indicates a major engine...

Page 139: ...e darts from side to side Make sure skis are aligned properly Make sure spindles and all steering components are free turning Make sure skags are straight on skis Check rail slide and replace if worn...

Page 140: ...l under hood Decrease rear track shock coil spring preload Change to optional soft rear track shock compression spring see your dealer Revalve rear track shock compression damping see your dealer Chec...

Page 141: ...atures Check for snow ingestion Ice and snow build up between track and tunnel Warm the engine at least five minutes Take the drive belt off the machine in extremely cold weather and warm it up Break...

Page 142: ...ontained 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 fol lowi...

Page 143: ...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 num ber and the mod...

Page 144: ...not caused by a defect in material or workmanship The warranty does not cover accidental damage normal wear and tear abuse or improper handling The warranty also does not cover any snowmobile that has...

Page 145: ...present your copy of the Warranty Registration form to the dealer The cost of transpor tation to and from the dealer is YOUR responsibility Polaris recommends that you use your original selling deale...

Page 146: ...verage in the event of a warranty claim This warranty also excludes failures resulting from improper lubrication improper engine timing improper fuel surface imperfections caused by external stress he...

Page 147: ...tomatic Although you do not receive a warranty card your dealership should have printed a copy of the warranty reg istration form This form is your proof of warranty Consumer Exclusions Each repair vi...

Page 148: ...e to unauthorized service Failures due to lack of service as required in the owner s manual or Polaris updates This includes off season storage as listed in the owner s manual Failure due to use of un...

Page 149: ...have received authorization for export from Polaris Industries Dealers may not give authorization for export You should consult an authorized dealer to determine this vehicle s warranty or service bu...

Page 150: ...s Customer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move Vehicles importation rules vary considerably from country to country You may be required to present docu men...

Page 151: ...anty This includes compo nents whose failure increases the snowmobile engine s emissions To the extent they are present on your snowmobile engine this includes electronic controls fuel injection compo...

Page 152: ...r similar causes beyond the control of Polaris Owners are responsible for performing the scheduled maintenance identified in the owner s manual Polaris can deny an emissions warranty claim if any spec...

Page 153: ...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 154: ...151 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS...

Page 155: ...s and Linkage 125 Coolant 99 Coolant Level 100 Cooling System Bleeding 101 Cooling System Flushing 100 Customer Service 139 D D E T 27 Detonation Elimination Technology 27 Disabled Operators 11 Drive...

Page 156: ...23 24 Operator Safety 6 20 P Park Brake Lever Lock 60 POLARIS PRODUCTS 132 Premium Fuel Switch 69 Pre Ride Checklist 57 PRE RIDE INSPECTIONS 57 63 Pre Ride Suspension Inspection 124 Pressure Cap Warn...

Page 157: ...brication M10 89 Suspension Lubrication Rear 90 Suspension Maintenance 124 Suspension Performance Tips 36 T TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Taillight Brakelight Replacement 108 THE PERFECT FIT 30 56 Throttle Cabl...

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