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MAINTENANCE

STORAGE TIPS Oil and Filter
Stabilize the Fuel
Change the oil and filter.
1. Fill the fuel tank.
2. Add POLARIS Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or Air Filter/Air Box:
POLARIS Fuel Stabilizer. Follow the instructions on
the container for the recommended amount. Carbon 1. Inspect and clean (or replace) the pre-cleaner and air 2
Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes filter.
fuel and removes carbon deposits from pistons, rings, 2. Clean the air box.
valves and exhaust systems. 3. Drain the sediment tube.
3. Allow the engine to run for 15-20 minutes to allow the 4. Clean or replace the breather valve.
stabilizer to disperse through the entire fuel delivery
system.
Battery Storage:
Fog the Engine
Refer to Chapter 10 “Electrical” for off season storage
1. After stabilizing the fuel, remove the spark plugs and
add 2-3 tablespoons of engine oil. To access the plug procedures.
holes, use a section of clear 1/4” hose and a small
plastic squeeze bottle filled with the pre-measured Clean the Exterior:
amount of oil.
Make any necessary repairs and clean the vehicle as
2. Reinstall the spark plugs. Torque to specification.
recommended.
3. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug
cap and reinstall the caps onto the plugs.
Storage Area/Covers:
4. Turn the engine over several times using electric
start. Oil will be forced in and around the piston rings Set the tire pressure and safely support the ATV with the
and ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective tires slightly off the ground. Be sure the storage area is
film of fresh oil. well ventilated. Cover the vehicle with a genuine
5. If POLARIS fuel system additive is not used, the fuel POLARIS cover. Do not use plastic or coated materials.
tank, fuel lines, and injectors should be completely They do not allow enough ventilation to prevent
drained of gasoline. condensation, and may promote corrosion and oxidation.

NOTICE COLD WEATHER OPERATION
Starting the engine during the storage period will disturb If the vehicle is used year-round, check the oil level
the protective film created by fogging and damage frequently. A rising oil level could indicate the
could occur. Never start the engine during the storage accumulation of contaminates such as water or excess
period. fuel in the bottom of the crankcase. Water in the bottom
of the crankcase can lead to engine damage and must
be drained. Water accumulation increases as outside
Inspect and Lubricate
temperature decreases.
Inspect all cables and lubricate all areas of the vehicle as
recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.

Fluid Levels
Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as
recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
• Demand drive unit (front gearcase)
• Rear gearcase (if equipped)
• Transmission
• Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the
fluid looks dark or contaminated)
• Coolant (test strength/fill)

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