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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Cleaning and Storage
*FogTheEngine-2 Strokes - Polaris Fogging Oil (PN 2870791)
follow directions on the can. 4-Strokes - Remove the spark plug and
add 2-3 tablespoons of Premium 4 Synthetic 0W40 engine oil. To access
the plug hole use a se ction of c lea r 1/4″ hose and a small plastic squeeze
bottle filled with the pre -me a sure d amount of oil. Note: Do this ca re f ully!
If you miss the plug hole , oil will drain from the spark plug c avity out
the hole a t the front of the cylinder head, and appe ar to be an oil leak.
Insta ll the spark plug and pull the e ngine over slowly with the re coil
star ter. Oil will be forc ed in a nd a round the piston rings a nd ring lands,
coa ting the c ylinder with a protec tive film of fr esh oil.
Check and Lubricate Cables / Grease - Inspect all cables and
lubricate with Polaris Cable Lubricant. Follow lubrication guidelines in
the Maintenance Section of the Service or Owner’s Manual to
completely grease and lubricate the entire vehicle with Polaris
Premium All Season Grease. Apply Polaris O-ring Chain Lube to the
drive chain(s).
Battery Maintenance - Remove the battery and add distilled water as
required t o the proper l evel. Do not use tap water which may contain
minerals that reduce battery life. Apply Polaris Di-Electric Grease to
the terminal bolts and terminals. Charge the battery at 1.4 amps or less
until specific gravity of each cell is 1.265 or greater. Store the battery
in a cool, dry, place. Charge can be maintained easily by using Polaris
Battery Tendert charger (PN 2871076) or by charging about once a
month to make up for normal self-discharge. Battery Tendert can be
left connected during the storage period, and will automatically charge
the battery if the voltage drops below a pre-determined point. The only
thing you need to do is check the fluid level once a month.
Engine Anti-Freeze - Test engine coolant strength and change if
necessary. Coolant should be replaced every 2 years.
Storage Area/Covers - Set tire pressure and safely support the ATV
with the tires 1-2″ off the ground. Be sure the storage area is well
ventilated. Cover the machine with a genuine Polaris ATV cover. N OTE:
Do not use plastic or coate d ma ter ials. They do not allow enough
ventila tion to preve nt conde nsa tion, and may promote cor rosion and
oxidation.
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