Polaris Outlaw 500, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Rear Driveshaft Boot “Pressure Equalizing”
1. Using a needle nose pliers or boot clamp removal tool,
remove the small boot clamp (1) from the inboard boot.
NOTE: Do not use any tools that may damage the
boot.
2. Slide the free end of the boot two inches toward the center
of the vehicle and lift the boot away from the shaft to allow
excess air to escape.
3. Wipe excess grease from the shaft before returning the boot
to the boot groove. Use caution not to allow excess air back
into the system when reinstalling the boot.
4. Reinstall the boot clamp.
ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION SYSTEM
Battery Maintenance
The battery is located under the front cab at the front of the ATV.
NOTE: The Outlaw battery is a Low Maintenance
design and construction. Before placing the battery
into service, check the battery condition and charge
accordingly.
Use of Conventional Lead-Acid batteries is not
recommended.
New Batteries: Batteries must be fully charged before use or
battery life will be reduced by 10–30% of full potential.
Charge battery for 3-5 hours at a current equivalent of 1/10 of
the battery’s rated amp/hour capacity (i.e. 9 amp hr x.10 =.9
amp charging). Do not use the alternator to charge a new bat-
tery.
Maintenance-Free batteries are sealed at the factory. The use of
lead-calcium instead of lead-antimony allows the battery acid to
be fully absorbed by the plates. Therefore, a Maintenance-Free
battery case is opaque and the sealing caps are not removable,
since there is no need to check electrolyte level.
IMPORTANT: Never attempt to add electrolyte or
water to a Maintenance-Free battery. Doing so will
damage the case and shorten the life of the battery.
WARNING
Battery electrolyte is poisonous. It contains
sulfuric acid. Serious burns can result from
contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Antidote:
External: Flush with water.
Internal: Drink large quantities of water or milk.
Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg, or
vegetable oil. Call physician immediately.
Eyes: Flush with water for 15 minutes and get
prompt medical attention.
Batteries produce explosive gases. Keep
sparks, flame, cigarettes, etc. away. Ventilate
when charging or using in an enclosed space.
Always shield eyes when working near
batteries. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.
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