4.4
FUEL SYSTEM
9923983 - 2012-2013 RZR 170 Service Manual
© Copyright 2012 Polaris Sales Inc.
CARBURETOR SERVICE
Carburetor Float Bowl Draining
The carburetor float bowl should be drained periodically to
remove moisture or sediment from the bowl, or before
extended periods of storage.
NOTE: Drain screw is located on the side of the
float bowl.
1.
Place a clean container beneath the bowl drain hose.
2.
Turn the fuel valve to “OFF”.
3.
Loosen drain screw and allow fuel in the float bowl and
fuel line to drain completely.
4.
Inspect the drained fuel for water or sediment.
5.
Tighten drain screw.
6.
Turn fuel valve to “ON”.
7.
Inspect carburetor for fuel leaks
8.
Start machine and re-check for leaks.
Carburetor Removal
1.
Turn the fuel valve “OFF” and drain the fuel from the
carb through the drain screw.
2.
Loosen or remove screw (A) retaining the choke cable
from the choke cable bracket and disconnect the
cable end from the choke arm.
3.
Remove the carburetor mounting bolts (B) from the
intake manifold.
4.
Loosen the intake boot clamp (C) between the
carburetor and air cleaner.
5.
Unscrew the throttle slide cap (D). Remove the throttle
slide and components from the carburetor.
6.
Remove the fuel line and vent lines (E). Remove
carburetor from vehicle.
Carburetor Bowl
Drain Screw
Fuel Cap
Fuel Valve
A
B
C
D
E
