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INDEX

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Storage, Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Storage, Extended  . . . . . . . . . 121-123
Studs  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   60
Survival Preparation  . . . . . . . . . . .   10

Suspension Coupling, IQ . . . . . . . .   49
Suspension Inspection, Pre-Ride .   120
Suspension Maintenance . . . . . . .   120

Suspension Performance Tips . . . .   46
Suspension, Front, Lubrication . . .   88
Suspension, Rear, Lubrication. . . .   88

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TABLE OF CONTENTS  . . . . . . . .   3
Taillight/Brakelight Replacement   107
THE PERFECT FIT  . . . . . . . . . 43-61

Throttle Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   89
Throttle Lever  . . . . . . . . . . . . .   63, 79
Throttle Safety Switch . . . . . . .   63, 78

Tool Kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   112
Torque Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   111
Torsion Spring Tension . . . . . . . . .   48

Towing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   83
Track  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   66
Track Alignment . . . . . . . . . . . . .   116

Track Care for Storage. . . . . . . . .   123
Track Inspection  . . . . . . . . . . . . .   113
Track Lubrication  . . . . . . . . . . . .   113

Track Maintenance  . . . . . . . . 113-116
Track Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   8
Track Tension  . . . . . . . . . . . .   46, 114

Track Warm-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Track Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Traction Products. . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61

Transporting the Snowmobile . . .   123
TROUBLESHOOTING  . . . . 125-130
Troubleshooting, Drive Belt  . . . .   130

Troubleshooting, Engine . . . . 125-127
Troubleshooting, IQ Suspension . 128
Troubleshooting, M10 Suspension 129

Tune-Up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112

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Vehicle Identification Numbers. . . . 4

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WARRANTY  . . . . . . . . . . . .  131-134
Wear Strips  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   61
Weight Transfer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   51

WELCOME. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Windchill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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Summary of Contents for 600 Fusion

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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: ...ation 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 cation...

Page 6: ...of your snowmobile s controls and features The Perfect Fit 43 This section explains how to tailor the suspension and other features for an optimum riding experience Pre Ride Inspections 62 This sectio...

Page 7: ...housing ____________________________________ Key Number ___________________________________________________________ Important Notes for Owners and Drivers After reading this manual store it in the sno...

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: ...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 means...

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: ...th the full up and full down steering positions Driving on Slippery Surfaces WARNING Ice and snow build up may interfere with the steering of your machine result ing in serious injury or death Keep th...

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: ...you re unable to continue up a hill turn the machine downhill before it loses momentum If this isn t possible spin the track just enough to dig in to prevent it from rolling back down the hill Stop th...

Page 20: ...x mechanism that rotates at high speeds Each clutch is dynami cally balanced before installation Any tampering may disrupt this pre cision balancing and create an unstable condition Cold Weather Drive...

Page 21: ...down the snow in front of the machine so that when the throttle is opened the snowmobile will be able to climb up and over the snow WARNING Do not drive for prolonged periods on blacktop gravel or ice...

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: ...9 125 140 35 27 11 4 20 35 49 67 82 98 113 129 145 40 26 10 6 21 37 53 69 85 100 116 132 148 Wind Speeds Greater Than 40 MPH Have Little Added Effect Little Danger For Properly clothed Person Increasi...

Page 24: ...replacement Replacement safety decals are provided 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...

Page 25: ...tunnel Stay clear of track Do not sit on seat back Entanglement with the track or a fall from seat back may result in severe injury or death No Passenger Warning The NO PASSENGER warning decal is on t...

Page 26: ...nd before and while backing up Avoid sharp turns Shift to or from reverse only when stopped Apply throttle slowly NOTE For more information see Owner s Manual If electric reverse Machine stopped and e...

Page 27: ...d adequate clothing while operating this vehicle This vehicle is designed for adult use only Check local laws for age requirements When operating with a passenger on approved models only reduce speed...

Page 28: ...RES 1 Hood 2 Headlight 3 Windshield 4 Handlebar 5 Seat 6 Snow Flap 7 Suspension 8 Track 9 Storage Compartment 10 Rear Bumper 11 Taillights 12 Nosepan 13 Front Bumper 14 Skis 5 8 2 3 4 7 6 14 12 13 1 9...

Page 29: ...ght Adjuster 7 Engine Stop Switch 8 Throttle Control 9 Hood Hold Down Straps 10 Recoil Starter Handle 11 Headlight Dimmer Switch 12 Park Brake 13 Handlebar Grip Warmer Switch 14 Thumbwarmer Switch 15...

Page 30: ...ng and cornering on the trails Attack 6 7 Push the system forward to one of the last two positions for easy sitting to standing transitions and maximum agility in rugged terrain WARNING Some aftermark...

Page 31: ...adjust the handlebar position while the snowmobile is moving could result in loss of control and serious injury or death Always stop the snowmobile before attempting to adjust the steering system WAR...

Page 32: ...urn off the fuel supply 2 Turn the valve counter clock wise to turn on the fuel supply Seat Storage Compartment Open or close the storage com partments with the key Adjustable Headlights Adjust the he...

Page 33: ...r when premium 91 octane fuel is used If a lower octane fuel is used or if the jetting is incorrect for your altitude the DET system will retard ignition to pre vent detonation When the DET system is...

Page 34: ...system to prevent the engine from damage if the sensor fails becomes disconnected or is unable to detect detonation The rider will experience a loss in power The sensor must be reconnected or repaired...

Page 35: ...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 cra...

Page 36: ...peedometer Tachometer The speedometer and tachometer can be viewed in either the analog or the digital display If the analog display is set to show speedometer read ings the digital screen will automa...

Page 37: ...ays display either MPH or engine RPM whichever setting is selected regardless of the display pro gram being viewed Performance Program The Performance Program automatically displays either speed or ta...

Page 38: ...he fuel 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 t...

Page 39: ...hing press the SET switch once to advance one hour or press and hold the SET button to advance the hour once every 0 2 seconds 3 Press the MODE button to save the hour and flash the minutes 4 Set the...

Page 40: ...ay as additional screens in the engine program Press the SET button to display the ambient air temperature and altitude screens if equipped Air Temperature if equipped The MFD displays actual air temp...

Page 41: ...50 feet 15 m or press and hold the button to advance 100 ft 30 m every 0 1 seconds Adjust the altitude display to within 50 ft 15 m of current altitude NOTE The gauge reads barometric pressure and all...

Page 42: ...story Program is not currently displayed The History Program will display the history of the Maximum Speed Maximum RPM and Service Interval settings Maximum Speed RPM Reset While in either the MAX MPH...

Page 43: ...val 1 Enter the service interval screen 2 Press and hold the SET button for ten seconds continuing to hold even after the display begins to flash 3 When the display stops flashing release the button T...

Page 44: ...arefully cut the bottom of the com partment opposite the wires to separate the heat sealed seams Squeeze the corners of the compartment inward so the battery is visible NOTE Note the orientation of th...

Page 45: ...le tie was located Make sure the battery wires are not stretched tight Gauge Cleaning 1 Wipe the gauge face as needed using a clean cloth and a mild soap and water solution Wipe dry with clean soft cl...

Page 46: ...arting with factory settings and then customizing each adjustment individually to suit rider preference The machine should be methodically tested one change at a time under the same conditions trail a...

Page 47: ...shocks can be revalved if spring preload alone isn t sufficient and further adjustment is desired to control suspension stiffness Front Springs The front springs can be changed if spring preload alon...

Page 48: ...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 bottom out harshly on...

Page 49: ...n 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 for improved flotatio...

Page 50: ...lly extend the rear sus pension Next have the rider drop down hard on the seat and bounce up and down several times collapsing the rear suspension With the rider seated measure the distance between th...

Page 51: ...is rotated from low to medium and then to high Rotating directly from low to high will require significantly more effort Different rate torsion springs are available if a firmer ride is desired See y...

Page 52: ...spension 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 53: ...ont 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 adjus...

Page 54: ...est for most trail riding conditions To decrease weight transfer under acceleration for improved corner ing rotate the RRSS to a higher position with the scissor stop tool located in your tool kit To...

Page 55: ...position to its loaded height with the rider seated on the snowmobile Too much sag will result in bottoming and too little sag will result in reduced rider comfort Sag is used to control ride quality...

Page 56: ...ings 3 Subtract Y from X and you will have the SAG setting X Y sag setting Example 21 17 4 NOTE The ideal amount of sag recommended for the FAST M 10 rear suspension is 3 4 inches 8 10 cm If the measu...

Page 57: ...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 58: ...optional retainers to adjust the preload and change the sag See your Polaris dealer for assistance NOTE Whenever ordering any of the retainers listed in the chart always order the retainer insert as w...

Page 59: ...trol Lean toward the 4 setting for comfort and toward the 3 setting for aggressive riding 2 For full hole adjust ments remove the 5 16I nut and flat washers from the lower attachments of the limiter...

Page 60: ...OTE By design the BIASED COUPLE design of the M 10 suspen sion displaces the rear arm as the front arm is compressed This means that when you raise the front limiter strap at some point you will colla...

Page 61: ...en the four nuts 3 on the bottom of the adjuster 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 d...

Page 62: ...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 63: ...reased wear to the brake pads will result from increased braking Extended wear brake pad kits are avail able See your dealer CAUTION Always install wear strips before installing studs Failure to insta...

Page 64: ...rol 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 c...

Page 65: ...teering System 66 Recoil Rope 67 Coolant Level 98 Park Brake Lock Brake Lever Brake System 64 65 103 Auxiliary Shut Off Switch Engine Stop Switch 68 Ignition Switch 68 Taillight Brakelight Headlight 6...

Page 66: ...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 67: ...s 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 chec...

Page 68: ...o place Do not force the lock or it may break The brake light in the analog gauge will light up if the park brake lever lock is set while the engine is running It will also be lit when the ser vice br...

Page 69: ...NG 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 Operating the snowmobile with a dama...

Page 70: ...mstances should your snowmobile be operated with the hood open or removed Always ensure that the hood straps are in good condition and that the latches are securely in place before operating the snowm...

Page 71: ...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 72: ...ggle to the OFF position If the engine slows or wants to stop use intermittent choking to the HALF ON position WARNING Before starting the engine always refer to all safety warnings pertaining to snow...

Page 73: ...e pint of Polaris injection oil for each five gal lons of fuel This in addition to the lubrication supplied by the injection system will assure proper engine break in CAUTION Excessive heat build up d...

Page 74: ...Oils may also be incompatible and the result could be sludge formation filter blockage and reduced cold weather flow rates All Polaris oils are compatible with each other Slide Rail and Track Cooling...

Page 75: ...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 76: ...refueling 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 the engine or let it run in a...

Page 77: ...Deicers If you use non oxygenated fuel Polaris recommends the regular use of isopropyl based fuel system deicer Add one to two ounces per gallon 8 16 ml per liter of gasoline to prevent engine damage...

Page 78: ...uld result in engine damage This is especially important when the machine is operated in mountainous ter rain Always maintain a visible level of oil in the tank If oil is not visible continued operati...

Page 79: ...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 80: ...main jet installed in production is not correct for all altitudes and or temperatures See page 96 for more information NOTE It s the owner s responsibility to ensure that the correct jets are install...

Page 81: ...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 82: ...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 83: ...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 84: ...trap counter clockwise around the clutch as shown 5 Pull the strap abruptly so the strap comes free of the clutch while starting the engine Repeat until the engine starts 6 Reinstall the side panel 7...

Page 85: ...f the engine stops running the snowmobile will be in forward gear when it s restarted Disengaging Reverse 1 Stop the snowmobile and leave the engine idling 2 Push the yellow reverse button for one sec...

Page 86: ...ith a rope have no braking power and can easily collide with the rear of the snowmobile or other objects resulting in serious injury or death DO NOT tow toboggans sleds saucers or any type of vehicle...

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: ...km 500 mi 800 km 1000 mi 1600 km 2000 mi 3200 km Pre Season CLUTCH Clutch Alignment Offset without belt 108 I I I Drive Belt Condition 109 I I I I Clutches disassemble 108 C C C Belt Tension I I I I C...

Page 89: ...Air Screws I I I Carburetor synchronize 96 I I I Idle RPM I I I Throttle Lever 79 I I I I I Oil Pump Lever synchronize I I I Throttle Cable 89 L L L Choke Cable 89 L L L Choke 89 I I I Vent Lines I I...

Page 90: ...ension Shock Oil I I I I Cooling Fins and Shroud I I I I Drive Shaft Bearing 89 L L L I Jackshaft Bearings 122 L L L I Skags Wear Bars 119 I I I I I Ski Saddle Spindle Bolts I I I I I Drive Chain Tens...

Page 91: ...hafts with Polaris Premium All Season Grease at 500 miles 800 km initially every 1000 miles 1600 km after that and before off season storage each year Lack of lubrication will adversely affect your ri...

Page 92: ...re than four pumps Throttle Cable Lubricate the throttle cable lightly with grease or oil With the engine off turn the handlebars to the left and lubricate liberally as shown Choke and Choke Cable Lub...

Page 93: ...sight glass 2 Change the chaincase 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 124 for the...

Page 94: ...n completely 3 Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug NOTE The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and the oil tank should be clean and free of burrs nicks or scratches 4 Reinstall the drain pl...

Page 95: ...he spark plugs every 2000 2500 miles 3200 4000 km CAUTION Using non recommended spark plugs can result in serious engine damage A spark plug with a heat range too high will always cause engine damage...

Page 96: ...ay tan or light brown There will be few combustion deposits The electrodes are not burned or eroded This indicates the proper type and heat range for the engine and the service NOTE The tip should not...

Page 97: ...e procedure for spark plug installation 4 Torque to 18 22 ft lbs 24 30 Nm 5 Reinstall the spark plug cap Oil Lines Inspect oil line condition every 1000 miles 1600 km Oil Filter The oil filter is loca...

Page 98: ...s or annually Inspect the fuel lines regularly for signs of deterioration or damage Always check fuel line condition after periods of storage Normal dete rioration from weather and fuel compounds may...

Page 99: ...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 100: ...Place a container or shop towels below the plug to catch drained fuel 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 plug and r...

Page 101: ...water to the cooling system Minerals cause deposits and may react adversely with the metals in the engine and cooling system n Coolant Level The engine coolant level is controlled by the recovery sys...

Page 102: ...ealer for service Add coolant if the level is low NOTE Engine performance will be reduced if you continue operating when the high temperature light is on Flushing the Cooling System To ensure that the...

Page 103: ...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 104: ...he engine and exhaust system to cool completely Open the hood and inspect the muffler and pipes for cracks or damage Check for weak or missing retaining springs or damper support grommets WARNING Hot...

Page 105: ...ckwise 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: ...rial Replace when thickness is less than 1 16I 1 5 mm Excessive Lever Travel Hydraulic brakes are self adjusting but if excessive brake pad clearance develops bring the machine to an autho rized Polar...

Page 107: ...of brake fluid always discard any unused portion Never store or use a partial bottle Brake fluid is hygroscopic meaning it rap idly absorbs moisture from the air The moisture causes the boiling temper...

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: ...Push down on the spring 1 to release it from the housing 4 With the wire harness 2 attached to the bulb 3 with draw the bulb from the hous ing 5 Grasp the bulb by its metal base and carefully separat...

Page 110: ...compart ment 2 Reach into the compartment and locate the socket assembly above the door opening 3 Turn the socket counterclockwise 1 4 turn 4 Carefully pull the socket assembly away from the tailligh...

Page 111: ...Manual Supplement for recommended center distance for your machine If adjustment is necessary see your dealer WARNING If you become aware of higher than normal clutch engagement or an unusual vibrati...

Page 112: ...re Reinstall it before starting the snowmobile Drive Belt Removal 1 Stop the engine after operat ing in a forward motion 2 Turn the ignition key off Wait for the engine to come to a complete stop 3 Lo...

Page 113: ...ter clockwise to tighten the sheaves while working the belt to the outer edge of the sheaves 3 Remove the wrench and store it in the tool kit 4 Reinstall the side panel 5 Close and secure the hood Dri...

Page 114: ...t TEAM Clutch 1 Loosen the 7 16I jam nut on the belt width adjuster 2 Using a 1 8I Allen wrench adjust the threaded set screw as needed NOTE Turn the set screw in clockwise to increase the distance be...

Page 115: ...ine for emergency and routine maintenance Always keep the tool kit with the snowmobile Fall Tune Up For maximum performance arrange for a fall service tune up with your Polaris dealer His experienced...

Page 116: ...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 117: ...t 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 t...

Page 118: ...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 119: ...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 120: ...117 MAINTENANCE Steering System Steering Inspection and Adjustment Each week or before a long ride check all steering system fasteners and tighten if necessary...

Page 121: ...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 122: ...e skis are approximately 6I 15 2 cm from the ground 2 Remove the attaching nuts and pry the skag downward 3 Remove the front end of the skag 4 Remove the rear end of the skag 5 Reverse the steps to in...

Page 123: ...ime Before beginning 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...

Page 124: ...emaining surfaces 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 preservati...

Page 125: ...rrosion on precision engine parts during storage Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days the engine must be fogged with fogging oil Follow the engine fogging instructions prov...

Page 126: ...nsion Moderate track tension should be maintained during summer storage The machine should be supported off the ground to allow the track to hang freely Transporting the Snowmobile Whenever the snowmo...

Page 127: ...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 128: ...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 129: ...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 130: ...erating 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 clutching SEE YOUR DEALER Carburetor and fue...

Page 131: ...our dealer Check track tension see page 114 Machine darts from side to side Check ski alignment see page 118 Make sure spindles and all steering components turn freely Check for excessive play in stee...

Page 132: ...ecrease front track shock coil spring preload Revalve rear track shock compression damping see your dealer Check track tension see page 114 Machine darts from side to side Make sure skis are aligned p...

Page 133: ...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 134: ...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 135: ...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 136: ...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 137: ...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 138: ...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 139: ...overage is automatic with no addi tional paperwork required The free Second Year Engine Service Contract is subject to a 50 deductible per visit Regular documented service maintenance visits are requi...

Page 140: ...ake your vehicle to an authorized Polaris dealer You must show the dealer photo identification from the country of the selling dealer s authorized location as proof of residence Upon residence verific...

Page 141: ...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 142: ...139 MAINTENANCE LOG DATE MILES KM TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED COMMENTS...

Page 143: ...T 30 31 Digital Display 32 Disabled Operators 11 Drive Belt 17 110 Drive Belt Adjustment 111 Drive Belt Condition 109 Drive Belt Deflection 111 D Drive Belt Installation 110 Drive Belt Removal 109 Dri...

Page 144: ...n Inspection 120 Pressure Cap Warning 21 R Radiator Compartment Access 29 Rail Slide Wear 120 Rear Rear Scissor Stop 50 Rear Shocks IQ 48 Rear Suspension Adjustments 45 46 IQ 47 51 M10 52 57 Rear To F...

Page 145: ...witch 63 78 Tool Kit 112 Torque Stop 111 Torsion Spring Tension 48 Towing 83 Track 66 Track Alignment 116 Track Care for Storage 123 Track Inspection 113 Track Lubrication 113 Track Maintenance 113 11...

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