Polaris 2000 Universal Snowmobile- User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS UNDERSTANDING WARNINGS 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS 2-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OPERATION WARNINGS 10-24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PRESERVATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT ...

1 UNDERSTANDING WARNINGS SAFETY ALERT The following precautionary signal words are used throughout this manual to con- vey the following messages: This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Your safety i...

2 SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS WARNING Driving a snowmobile requires your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or use drugs or medications before or while driving as they will reduce your alertness and slow your reaction time. In most states and provinces it is prohibited by law to drive whil...

6 SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS 7075457 (Text Below) BEFORE STARTING ENGINE: Check throttle and brake for proper operation. Check to see that hood is securely latched. Check surroundings to verify clear op-eration area. Determine that steering is free and functional. BRAKE LEVER LOCK: May rela...

8 SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS VEHICLE CAPABLE OF EXCESSIVE REVERSE SPEED! Reverse operation can be dangerous even at low speeds. Steering control becomes difficult in reverse. Misuse of reverse can result in injury. Avoid turning at sharp angles in reverse. Transmission may not always be in ...

9 SAFETY WARNING AND OPERATION DECALS Release pressure before removing cap. Cooling fluid must be up to the base of the pressure cap in hot or cold conditions. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for fluid level in overflow bottle. CAUTION ATTENTION Some Liquid Cooled Models Do not operate above 40 mph with...

10 OPERATION WARNINGS Before Starting The Engine Read and Understand Your Owner’s Manual Read the Owner’s Manual completely now, and re-read it occasionally. We have attempted to provide you with as much information as possible to alert you to the safety requirements of snowmobiling. Check Throttle ...

11 OPERATION WARNINGS Driving 2-Up When operating a 2-Up machine with a passenger, the driver should be aware that more space will be required to make turns, and a longer distance will be necessary for stopping. Lower speeds should be observed whenever riding 2-Up. CAUTION: Always make certain the p...

13 OPERATION WARNINGS Hydraulic Brakes The need for a properly functioning brake is vital. Polaris snowmobiles are equipped with the highest quality hydraulic disc brake system available. The fol- lowing items must be checked each time before starting the engine to assure prop- er operation. Brake L...

14 OPERATION WARNINGS Park Brake Lever Lock 1. Brake Handle2. Park Brake Lever Lock (Not all models are equipped with a park brake) 3. Master Cylinder Reservoir 4. Master Cylinder Cover5. Fluid Level Indicator Your snowmobile has a brake brake lever lock. It is located over the brake lever. Use the ...

16 OPERATION WARNINGS Stop Engine Before Attempting Adjustments WARNING The snowmobile engine compartment contains moving parts. Shields and guards have been provided for your safety, but it is still possible to carelessly get your hands or fingers into a moving belt or a rotating shaft. For this re...

19 OPERATION WARNINGS Windchill/Temperature Charts The following information is provided as a guide to determine what temperatures are dangerous when riding your snowmobile.WIND CHILL CHART ( ° F) Estimated Wind Speed in Actual Thermometer Reading ( ° F) Wind Speed in MPH 50 40 30 20 10 0 -10 -20 -3...

20 OPERATION WARNINGS Cold Weather Driveaway Whenever the machine has been parked for some length of time, especially over- night, always shake loose the skis and track before attempting to put the machine into motion. The throttle should always be opened with enough authority to put the machine int...

21 OPERATION WARNINGS Hard Packed Snow WARNING Steering and braking control are substantially reduced under packed snow or icy conditions. Excessive shifting of operator body weight when turning on hard packed snow or slippery surfaces can result in loss of vehicle control and serious injury. Reduce...

22 OPERATION WARNINGS Hilly Terrain Exercise caution and good judgement when travelling in hilly terrain. Crossing a Slope (Sidehilling) WARNING Sidehilling can be very dangerous and is not recommended for inexperienced snowmobilers.Crossing the face of a slope (sidehilling) requires the operator to...

23 OPERATION WARNINGS Riding Uphill Hill climbing may be accomplished by using one of two methods, depending upon the steepness of the hill. Sidehilling may be used if there are few obstacles on the hill. The operator should assume a kneeling position (as in Sidehilling ), keeping body weight on the...

24 OPERATION WARNINGS Responsible Driving If you operate the snowmobile improperly, you will cause situations which will ex- ceed your driving skills. Each snowmobile handles differently, and even if you are a seasoned driver, it is strongly recommended that you spend some time getting the feel for ...

25 PRESERVATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT We recommend that you drive your snowmobile with consideration for the protec- tion and preservation of our environment. Noise Level Probably the most publicized subject with regard to snowmobiles is noise. The So- ciety of Automotive Engineers (SAE), which is the ...

26 IDENTIFICATION AND SPECIFICATIONS Vehicle Nomenclature Refer to illustrations on following pages. NOTE: Illustrations are a general repre- sentation. Your model may differ.1. Hood 13. Suspension 2. Headlight 14. Nosepan 3. Windshield 15. Trailing Arm 4. Handlebar 16. Skis 5. Seat 17. Front Bumper...

29 IDENTIFICATION AND SPECIFICATIONS Controls and Instruments 1. Headlight Dimmer Switch (2 Position) 2. Fuel Filler Cap/Gas Gauge3. Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch (Push/Pull). Operation found on page 40. 4. Throttle Control5. Recoil Starter Handle6. Choke Control7. Ignition Switch8. Tachometer (may incl...

30 IDENTIFICATION AND SPECIFICATIONS Backrest 1. Backrest Cushion Adjuster2. Backrest Adjuster Cable3. Grab Bar Adjustment Knob4. Passenger Handwarmer Switch5. Wind Deflector6. Backrest Adjustment Lever7. Passenger Hand Hold 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

31 OPERATION Carburetion Proper carburetor adjustment is critical, since a mixture too lean (too much air, too little fuel) will result in overheating of the combustion chamber causing pre-ignition of the fuel. This results in piston burning, bearing failure, or complete engine fail- ure. A lean mix...

32 OPERATION Lubrication The fuel and oil which enter the engine through the fuel and oil injection systems provide the only source of engine lubrication, and must be of the highest quality.You can understand the importance of proper lubrication when you realize that at 6000 RPM the crankshaft is ro...

34 OPERATION Fuel WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Always stop the engine and refuel outdoors or in a well ventilated area. Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where re-fueling is performed or where gasoline is stored. Do not...

35 OPERATION Fuel The fuel used in the Polaris engine is as important to engine life and performance as the lubricant used.Most Polaris engines are designed to run on 87 octane non oxygenated or 89 oc- tane oxygenated pump gasoline. There is a great deal of variability in the quality of the 87 octan...

36 OPERATION Fuel Reserve Capacity On equipped models, when the fuel gauge reads “RES”, there are approximately 2 gallons of fuel left in the tank. Fuel System Deicers If you are using non-oxygenated fuel, Polaris recommends the regular use of Iso- propyl base fuel system deicer (Polaris PN 2870505)...

40 OPERATION Auxiliary Engine Shut-Off Switch To stop the engine in an emer- gency, push down on the auxilia- ry shut-off switch (A). This will ground out the ignition and bring the engine to a quick stop. To re- start the engine the switch must be pulled up to the “On” position. Throttle Safety Swi...

42 OPERATION Emergency Stopping Procedures The following chart lists methods for stopping the engine in the event of an emer- gency. SYSTEM WHAT IT DOES THROTTLE CONDITION Ignition Switch Interrupts ignition circuit All Brake Slows drive shaft All Choke Floods engine 1/2 throttle or less Auxiliary S...

44 OPERATION Towing WARNING For your safety, the proper function of a tow hitch must be understood before at- tempting its use. Do not tow toboggans, sleds, saucers, or any type of vehicle with a rope. No brak- ing power can be applied to an object being towed with a rope. Only a stiff metal pole co...

45 BATTERY Battery Fluid A poorly maintained battery will deteriorate rapidly. Check the battery fluid level often. The fluid level should be kept be- tween the upper (1) and lower (2) level marks. To refill use only dis- tilled water. Tap water contains minerals which are harmful to a battery. Batt...

46 BATTERY Battery Removal CAUTION: Whenever removing or reinstalling the battery, disconnect the negative (black) cable first and reinstall the negative cable last to avoid the possibility of explosion.1. Disconnect hold down straps holding battery in position.2. Remove battery vent tube from batte...

47 BATTERY Battery Installation WARNING To avoid the possibility of explosion, always connect battery cables in the order specified. Red (positive) cable first, black (negative) cable last.1. Set the battery in its holder. Attach the hold down strap.2. Install the battery vent line. It must be free ...

48 MAINTENANCE Polaris Recommended Owner Maintenance Program Your Polaris snowmobile has been engineered and manufactured by skilled Polar- is personnel to the highest degree of performance and reliability possible. In order to maintain this high degree of performance and reliability your Polaris mu...

51 MAINTENANCE Present this section of your manual to your dealer each time your snowmobile is serviced. This will provide you and future owners with an accurate log of mainte- nance and services performed on the unit. 150 Mile (240 km) Initial Maintenance Inspection Authorized Polaris Servicing Dea...

52 MAINTENANCE Adjustments It is your responsibility as the snowmobile owner to perform preventative mainte- nance and periodic adjustments. Many of the items listed in this section you can perform yourself. However, at times your snowmobile may need service requiring special tools and technical ski...

53 MAINTENANCE Coupler Greasing - WideTrak Grease couplers on driveshaft and jackshaft NOTE: Grease points in the illustrations are indicated by a + . 1. Jackshaft 2. Driveshaft3. Transmission Jackshaft Bearing Greasing Loosen driven clutch retaining bolt and pull clutch outward to expose bearing an...

54 MAINTENANCE Intake Filter The intake foam filter limits snow ingestion into the intake system. When operating in loose powder snow, check top of foam filter periodically to remove any accu- mulation of snow. Do not operate machine with the intake filters removed. This can cause carburetor icing r...

55 MAINTENANCE Under Hood Air Intake System The Indy 340s are equipped with an under hood air intake system which should normally be left open. The door should be closed and latched above 35 ° F (2 ° C) for maximum perfor- mance during warm weather operation. Simply pull the strap out and up to latc...

56 MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Selection Original equipment parts or their equivalent should always be used. However, the heat range of spark plugs is of utmost importance. A spark plug with a heat range which is too high will cause engine damage. A spark plug with a heat range which is too low will caus...

57 MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Removal and Replacement WARNING Never attempt to remove the spark plug while the engine is warm. The exhaust system or en- gine could burn you, causing severe injury. The spark plug is removed by using the special wrench (1) provided in the tool kit. Remove the spark plug c...

58 MAINTENANCE Water Pump Belt Inspection Some liquid cooled models will require an inspection of the wa- terpump belt. This belt inspec- tion interval is 1500 miles (2400 km). Inspect belt width and con- dition as illustrated and replace if cracking or worn past the width service limit (.250 ″ / 6....

59 MAINTENANCE Water/Sediment Trap Service Most Polaris snowmobiles incorporate patented carburetor bowl water/sediment traps which are located at the bottom of each carburetor. The trap consists of a hose with a plug, which should be inspected for contamination and drained at least every 2000 miles...

60 MAINTENANCE Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines CAUTION: The fuel filter (3 - external fuel filter) (4 - in-tank fuel filter) and fuel lines should be inspected regularly. Special attention should be given to the system’s fuel line condition after periods of storage. Normal deterioration from weather and fuel...

61 MAINTENANCE General Carburetor Information The number size stamped in the end of the main jet indicates the jet size which was installed at the time of manufacture. The installed main jet is not necessarily correct for your elevation. It is the Polaris dealer’s responsibility to ensure that the c...

62 MAINTENANCE ACCS 3 1 2 2 1. Air Box 2. Vent Line Attachment 3. ACCS ValveSome models are equipped with the Polaris ACCS (Altitude Compensating Carbu- retor System). The ACCS is designed to compensate automatically for changes in altitude without having to change carburetor jets. See your dealer f...

63 MAINTENANCE Carburetor Protection During Off Season Storage Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days it is highly rec- ommended that the engine be fogged with Polaris PN 2870791. Follow the engine fogging instructions provided on the can. See pages 85-86 for more complete ...

64 MAINTENANCE Engine Cooling - Liquid Cooled Models The cooling system on the liquid cooled Indy consists of the following major com- ponents: recovery tank, water pump, cylinders, heads, inlet and outlet manifolds, pressure cap and heat exchangers. The heat exchangers are located beneath the runni...

65 MAINTENANCE Bleeding the Cooling System WARNING Never bleed the cooling system when the engine is hot. Severe personal injury could result from steam or hot liquid. Never remove the pressure cap (1) when the en- gine is warm or hot. If the pressure cap is to be re- moved, the engine must be cool....

66 MAINTENANCE Surge Tank Models 1. Remove the pressure cap from the recovery tank and fill with properly mixed coolant to the maximum indicated mark. 2. Elevate front end of machine slightly to aid bleeding of the heat exchangers.3. Remove the bleed screw from the water outlet manifold and/or the t...

67 MAINTENANCE Chaincase Oil Level The drive chain is continuously immersed in oil. Proper oil level is determined by checking the level on the dipstick (C) with machine placed on a level surface. The oil level should be between the “safe” marks on the dipstick. Add oil through dip- stick opening to...

69 MAINTENANCE Brake Inspection The brake lever reserve should be inspected frequently. Mea- sure the clearance between the lever and handlebar grip. In- spection should be made with the lever firmly depressed. Le- ver reserve (A) should be no less than 1/2 ″ (1.3 cm). Replacement of brake pads will...

70 MAINTENANCE Replenishing Brake Fluid CAUTION: Brake fluid is a hazardous material. Contact with decals, paint, and many plastics will cause damage. Use proper precautions when handling brake fluid.Remove brake fluid master cylinder reservoir cover. Add Polaris brake fluid (PN 2870990) as required...

71 MAINTENANCE Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Air in the hydraulic brake system will cause a springy or spongy brake lever action. Bleeding is necessary to remove air from the system. Refer to illustration on page 69.1. Remove brake fluid master cylinder reservoir cover and gasket. CAUTION: Bra...

72 MAINTENANCE Brake Adjustment - Mechanical Brakes If excessive brake lever to brake block clearance is evident, the brake cable or cali- per should be adjusted using the following methods. When adjusting calipers, ad- just caliper adjuster bolt only. Do not adjust cable or cable sleeve length. WAR...

75 MAINTENANCE Headlight Adjustment The headlight can be adjusted for vertical aim using the following procedure:1. Place snowmobile on a level surface with headlight approximately 25’ (7.6m) from a wall. 2. Measure distance from floor to center of headlight and make a mark on the wall. 3. Start eng...

76 MAINTENANCE NOTE: Do not touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers. Oil from skin leaves a resi- due, causing a hot spot which will shorten the life of the lamp. Removing Halogen Bulbs - Low Beam 1. Pinch ends of the spring (1) together and lift until it releases from the spring retainer. 2. Lift sp...

77 MAINTENANCE NOTE: Do not touch a halogen bulb with bare fingers. Oil from skin leaves a resi- due, causing a hot spot which will shorten the life of the lamp. Removing the Side Bulbs 1. Disconnect terminal from back of bulb.2. Turn bulb assembly 1/4 turn to right and withdraw from housing. Instal...

78 MAINTENANCE Handlebar Adjustment - All Other Models Your snowmobile has handlebars which may be adjusted for your person- al fit. 1. Remove handlebar cover and foam. 2. Using a 7/16 ″ (11 mm) wrench, loosen four nuts on bottom of adjuster block. NOTE: Turn handlebar to left or right for access to...

79 MAINTENANCE Backrest Adjustment The passenger backrest on some models is adjustable. To move the backrest for- ward or backward, lift the adjustment lever on the left side (A).To lengthen or shorten the backrest cable, lift the cable until spring tension is felt and lock the jamb nut.When adjusti...

80 MAINTENANCE Drive Belt WARNING Periodically check the condition and tension of the drive belt. Always carry a spare belt. Inspect clutch sheaves for damage, wear, or belt residue. Clean with non-oil base cleaner such as isopropyl alcohol.To ensure satisfactory belt life, install belts so they ope...

81 MAINTENANCE Clutch System Do not lubricate clutch bushings. The bushings in the weights and rollers of Polaris clutches are made of a material which may be damaged if lubricated. Clean clutch sheaves periodically to maintain optimum performance. WARNING All clutch maintenance and repairs must be ...

82 MAINTENANCE Clutch Center Distance Measure belt deflection with both clutches at rest and in their full neutral position.Place a straight edge on the belt and apply downward pressure while mea- suring at the point shown.The recommended center distance for your machine can be found on the Owner’s ...

83 MAINTENANCE Torque Stop If your machine is equipped with a torque stop, periodically check torque stop clearance. Before this procedure it will be necessary to ensure the clutches are properly aligned. The torque stop clearance should be a minimum of .010 ″ to a maximum of .030 ″ from the engine ...

84 MAINTENANCE Reverse Operation WARNING This snowmobile is capable of excessive reverse speed! Reverse operation can be dangerous even at moderate speeds. Steering control becomes difficult in re- verse. Misuse of reverse can result in serious injury or death.The transmission may not always be in t...

86 MAINTENANCE Engine and Carburetor Proper off season preparation of the engine and fuel system is vital to the preven- tion of rust and corrosion formation on precision engine parts during storage.Without proper storage, jet restriction can cause lean conditions and very poor slow speed driving qu...

87 MAINTENANCE Transporting the Snowmobile Whenever the snowmobile is transported the following measures should be taken: 1. Turn the fuel valve to “Off”. 2. Be certain the fuel cap and oil cap are installed correctly. 3. Always tie the snowmobile to the transporting unit securely using suitable str...

88 MAINTENANCE Fall Tune Up To obtain maximum performance and use from your snowmobile, we encourage you to arrange for a fall service tune-up with your Polaris dealer. He has an experi- enced and trained service technician who is interested in keeping your machine in peak operating condition. Towin...

89 MAINTENANCE Track Tension Data Suspension (Refer to Specifi- cation Supple- ment for type) Weight Measurement Location Measurement XTRA 12 121 ″ none 2 ″ behind rail bumper 1/2 ″ (1.27 cm) free hanging XTRA 12 133 ″ none 16 ″ ahead of rear idler shaft 1-1 1/8 ″ (2.54 - 2.86 cm) free hanging XTRA ...

90 MAINTENANCE Track Tension Track adjustment is critical for proper handling. Always maintain correct tension and alignment.Tension adjustments should be made only after the track is warmed up and limber. 1. Turn the machine off.2. Lift the rear of the machine and safely support it off the ground. ...

91 MAINTENANCE C B D 10 lb. Weight (4.5 kg) Track Hi-fax XTRA LITE 2 ″ 121 ″ = 1/2 ″ 133 ″ = 1-1 1/8 ″ measured 16 ″ ahead of rear idler center Rail bumper Rear idler shaft bolt Track Hi-fax Track adjusting bolt XTRA 12

92 MAINTENANCE WARNING When performing the following checks and adjustments, stay clear of all moving parts to avoid serious personal injury. Track Alignment A periodic check should be made to see that the track is centered and running evenly on the slide rails. Misalignment will cause excessive wea...

93 MAINTENANCE Track Warm Up When storing your snowmobile outside overnight, it is recom- mended that the track be warmed up prior to driving the snowmo- bile. This reduces belt and drive clutch wear. To warm up the track, safely support the rear of the snowmobile off the ground, start the engine an...

94 MAINTENANCE Track Inspection WARNING Never make this maintenance check with the engine running, as serious personal injury can result.Using a hoist, safely lift and sup- port the rear of the snowmobile off the ground. Rotate the track by hand to check for any possible damage.To inspect track rods...

95 MAINTENANCE Track Lubrication WARNING Track failure, loss of vehicle control and braking ability can result from extended use of this vehicle on surfaces providing marginal lubrication between hi-fax and track guide clips. Examples of marginal lubrication would include lakes without snow cover, i...

96 MAINTENANCE WARNING Proper balance of traction products on the skis and track must be maintained to obtain proper vehicle control on hard packed snow or ice. Loss of control can result in severe personal injury or death.If your machine is equipped with carbide skags or you are adding them, it may...

97 MAINTENANCE Wear Strips Most models come from the fac- tory with tunnel wear strips or wear strip coolers installed. Check your specification sup- plement to see if your model has wearstrips. These wear strips are designed for a specific stud length. See your dealer’s stud- ding chart for recomme...

98 MAINTENANCE Steering System The steering systems on Polaris snowmobiles have the following adjustments: D Ski toe or alignment D Handlebar centering D Spindle camber Improper adjustment of these components can cause erratic steering. Consult your dealer if a need for adjustment should become nece...

100 MAINTENANCE Ski Skags The skag is a replaceable bar attached to the underside of the ski. The purpose of the skag is to assist in turning the snowmo- bile and to prevent the wearing away of the ski caused by con- tact with roads and other bare terrain. We recommend that skags be checked once a w...

101 MAINTENANCE Hi-Fax Wear Hi-fax wear patterns are some- what different on XTRA ™ -12 suspension models. The rear portion will wear rapidly at first. After this initial break in period the rapid wear will cease. Re- placement is not necessary un- til a thickness of 5/16 ″ (.8 cm) is reached. Check...

103 MAINTENANCE Suspension Lubrication To maintain rider comfort and to retard wear of the pivot shafts, the suspension piv- ot shafts should be lubricated with Polaris Premium All Season Grease, PN 2871066, at 500 miles (800 km) initially; 1000 miles (1600 km) and before summer storage each year. T...

106 SUSPENSION Independent Front Suspension (IFS) Components Refer to illustrations on following pages. NOTE: Illustrations are a general repre- sentation. Your model may differ.1. IFS Compression Spring2. IFS Shock Absorber3. Trailing Arm4. Ski Spindle5. Ski Pivot6. Ski Stop7. Ski Pivot Bushing8. L...

108 SUSPENSION IFS Adjustment and Ski Pressure Increasing spring preload will increase ski to ground pres- sure. Decreasing spring pre- load will decrease ski to ground pressure under all throttle posi- tions. NOTE: Increasing the IFS spring preload too far can adversely affect the handling of the s...

109 SUSPENSION IFS Adjustment Shock Absorber Components 1. Retainer 2. Shock Rod 3. Jounce Bumper 4. Body When adjusting, be sure springs on both the left and right sides of the machine are at the same adjust- ment. For the best ride the spring preload should be as low ;as possible. Set the preload ...

110 SUSPENSION “Indy Select” IFS Shock Some snowmobiles are equipped with “Indy Select” IFS shocks, which allow the driver to make adjustments to the compression valving of the front shocks by turn- ing adjustment screws (A) located near the base of the shocks.By turning the screw clockwise, the com...

112 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Xtra-10 Type 7 4 3 6 NOTE: General representation only. Your model may differ. 1 5 2 21 15

113 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Xtra-10 Type 10 8 9 9 8 Forward 12 12 22 18 17 19 11 20 23 13 15 2 21 16 10 20 19 14

114 SUSPENSION Suspension Adjustment The XTRA ™ 10 suspension has been designed and set up to deliver a soft ride un- der average riding conditions. Rider weight, riding styles, trail conditions, and ve- hicle speed each affect suspension action. The suspension can be adjusted to suit rider preferen...

116 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Xtra-12 Type 3 2 17 5 1 10 4 6 11

119 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Xtra Lite Type Refer to illustrations on following pages. NOTE: Illustrations are a general repre- sentation. Your model may differ.1. Front Track Shock2. Torsion Spring3 Rear Track Shock 4. Carrier Wheel5. Rail Tip6. Hi-fax7. Slide Rail8. Bogie Wheel9. Ra...

121 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Wide Trak/Tran Sport Refer to illustrations on following pages. NOTE: Illustrations are a general repre- sentation. Your model may differ.1. Front Track Shock2. Torsion Spring3 Rear Track Spring 4. Carrier Wheel5. Rail Tip6. Hi-fax7. Slide Rail8. Bogie Whe...

122 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension Components - Wide Trak 4 9 14 13 3 Forward 11 7 6 9 12 1 2 5 8 10 15 16 2 15

124 SUSPENSION “Indy Select” Rear Shock Some snowmobiles are equipped with the Indy Select/Select AFX rear shock, which allows the driver to make adjustments to the compression valving of the rear shock by turning the screw located near the base of the shock. Adjustment Locate the adjustment screw n...

126 SUSPENSION Front Torque Arm Limiter Strap Adjustment One method of changing ski-to- snow pressure is to change the length of the front torque arm limiter straps using the holes provided. The limiter strap is normally mounted in the fully ex- tended position. It is important to note that decreasi...

127 SUSPENSION Suspension Set Up A decal outlining rear suspension set up options is located either on the hood or the clutch cover of your machine. These decals provide a guideline to be used for initial suspension set up. Your set up may vary based on your desired riding style. Xtra-12 Rear Suspen...

132 SUSPENSION Suspension Performance Tips Generally, rider weight determines the position at which the spring preload should be set. However, this may vary with riding style. With a little experimentation, each rider can find his or her best set-up. Remember, the adjustments are easy to make, invol...

133 SUSPENSION SUSPENSION COUPLING On all Polaris snowmobile rear suspensions there are two torque arms that control the movement of the rail beam. Prior to the advent of “Suspension Coupling”, these torque arms could move independently of each other. Rear suspension “coupling” links the movement of...

135 TROUBLESHOOTING Suspension Troubleshooting -- Models with X-12 Problem Solution Rear suspension bottoms too easily -Check to be sure FRSS block is in highest position -Adjust torsion spring blocks to highest posi- tion -Adjust coil over spring on front track shock to increase preload -- Change t...

139 TROUBLESHOOTING Belt Wear/Burn Belt Wear/Burn Diagnosis Belt Burning: Causes Solutions Driving at low RPM Drive at higher RPMs. Gear the machine down. Check belt deflection. Insufficient warm-up Warm engine at least 5 minutes. Take drive- belt off the machine in extremely cold weath- er, and war...

140 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Troubleshooting CAUTION: Unless you have experience and training in two-cycle engine repair, see your dealer if technical problems arise. Problem Probable Cause Solution Erratic engine op- erating RPM during acceleration or load variations Drive clutch binding Driven clutc...

142 ACCESSORIES Accessories There are a wide range of accessories available for Polaris snowmobiles. From Map Lights to electric start, Polaris has the accessories that will make your ride even more pleasurable. Contact your dealer for a list of accessories available for your machine. NOTE: Accessor...

143 SERVICE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION Polaris Anti-Theft System The Polaris anti-theft system monitoring program (PATS) is designed to aid owners of registered snowmobiles in recovery of their machines, if stolen. Administration 1. Polaris snowmobile owner reports theft. A. In addition to notifying t...

144 WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Polaris Industries Inc., 1225 Highway 169 North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55441-5078, gives a ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY on all components of the Polaris snowmobile against defects in material or workmanship. This warranty covers the parts and labor charges for repair or r...

145 WARRANTY ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ABOVE ONE YEAR WARRAN- TY PERIOD. POLARIS FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. Some states...

146 WARRANTY Polaris Extended Service Contract Polaris now is offering an extended engine service contract which provides the fol- lowing benefits: D Additional engine protection beyond the original twelve month warranty. D Backed by the strength of Polaris - no third party involvement. D Repairs us...

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