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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Cleaning and Storage
Storage Tips
Cleaning - Outside...Make necessary repairs and then clean the ATV
thoroughly with a mild soap and warm water solution to remove all dirt
and grime. Don’t use harsh detergents or high pressure washers. Some
detergents deteriorate rubber parts - use dish soap type cleaners only.
High pressure washers may force water past seals. Drain the recoil
housing.
Stabilize Fuel - F ill the fuel tank. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fuel
Treatment or Polaris Fuel Stabilizer. Follow instructions on the
container for recomme nded amount. Carbon clean will also reduc e the
possibility of bac te rial growth in the fuel system. It’s best to allow 15-20
minutes of operation for the stabilizer to disperse through the fuel in the
tank and carburetor. T urn the fue l valve to “OFF” and drain the
carburetor bowl completely.
Oil And Filter Change - (4-Strokes) Warm the engine and change oil
and filter.
Air Filt er / Air Box - Inspect and clean or replace the pre-cleaner and air
filter. Cle an the air box and drain the sedime nt tube.
Breather Filter(s) - On 4-Strokes, inspect and clean or replace the
breather filter(s).
Inspect All Fluid Levels - Inspect the following fluid levels and
change if necessary: engine counter balance (2-strokes); front gear case
(shaft drive models); transmission; front hubs (AWD models); brake
fluid (change every two years or as required i f fluid looks dark or
contaminated).
Drain Recoil Housing - Remove drain plug from recoil housing and
drain any moisture present.
Do not start the engine during the storage period. This will disturb
the protective film created by fogging.
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