Polaris 2002 - Manual

Polaris 2002

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – WARNING; PROPOSITION 65
  • Page 3 – What’s the hottest thing on snow?
  • Page 5 – WELCOME
  • Page 6 – TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • Page 7 – SECTION 1 - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL; Important Notes for Drivers; be recorded in your Owner’s Manual. It also defines your role in
  • Page 8 – HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL; Important Notes For Owners And Drivers
  • Page 9 – Preservation Of The Environment; Noise Level
  • Page 10 – Polaris is committed to supporting an environmental education
  • Page 11 – Vehicle Identification Numbers; Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place.; Your key can be
  • Page 14 – SAFETY; Operator Safety; are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the
  • Page 15 – The warranty on your entire machine is terminated
  • Page 16 – Stay Away From Moving Parts; Never
  • Page 17 – Be Seated and in Position to Control the Vehicle; Be Prepared for the Unexpected; tell someone where you’re going and how long you expect to be gone.
  • Page 18 – Do Not Overload Cargo Carrier; passenger to sit on the seat back or the cargo carrier.; Always Wear Clothing Designed for Snowmobiling; is provided on page 26 for your reference. To better enjoy your ride,
  • Page 19 – Disabled Operators
  • Page 20 – Know the Limitations of the Machine
  • Page 21 – Ice and Snow Build-up; obstructing the steering linkage. Snow screens and bib kits are; Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery Surfaces; Excessive shifting of operator body weight when turning on
  • Page 22 – Driving in Hilly Terrain
  • Page 23 – Riding Downhill
  • Page 24 – Do Not Operate Engine With Intake Silencer or Filter
  • Page 25 – Powder Snow Operation; CAUTION
  • Page 26 – console
  • Page 27 – Responsible Driving
  • Page 28 – Windchill/Temperature Charts; The following information is provided to help you determine when
  • Page 30 – Safety Decals And Locations; Clutch Cover Warning Decal - 1; Airbox Warning Decal - 2; under the hood; Pressure Cap Warning Decal - 3; under the hood
  • Page 31 – Track Warning Decal - 4; The track warning decal is on the rear of; OR; Cargo Carrier Warning Decal - 5; Machines with a cargo carrier will have
  • Page 32 – Passenger Warning - 5
  • Page 33 – Standard Reverse Warning Decal - 6; Some Polaris snowmobiles are equipped with reverse. These models; VEHICLE CAPABLE OF EXCESSIVE REVERSE SPEED!
  • Page 34 – Electronic Reverse Warning Decal - 7
  • Page 35 – Operation Warning Decal Text:
  • Page 36 – The hood of your snowmobile; BEFORE STARTING
  • Page 37 – SECTION 3 - FEATURES AND CONTROLS; Location of Controls
  • Page 38 – FEATURES AND CONTROLS; Your machine may not look exactly like the illustration, but
  • Page 39 – Not
  • Page 40 – Not all models
  • Page 41 – Features; Passenger Hand Hold
  • Page 45 – SECTION 4 - THE PERFECT FIT; Front Suspension Adjustments
  • Page 46 – THE PERFECT FIT; IFS Adjustment Options
  • Page 47 – Shock Absorber Components
  • Page 48 – Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload
  • Page 49 – Changing Shock Valving; RYDE FX
  • Page 50 – Indy Select IFS Shock; Some snowmobiles are equipped with Indy Select IFS shocks, which
  • Page 51 – Rear Suspension Adjustments; Rear Suspensions
  • Page 52 – Rear Suspension Initial Spring Preload Setting
  • Page 53 – Rear Spring Tension; for initial suspension set-up. Your set-up may vary based on your; Soft Tension; - long end of cam to front; Medium tension; - short end of cam up; Firm tension
  • Page 54 – hard
  • Page 55 – Rear Torque Arm Adjustment - SKS Models; SKS models only
  • Page 56 – Indy Select Front Track Shock; Some snowmobiles are equipped with the Indy Select front track; Adjustment; Locate the adjustment screw (A) near the base of the shock. In
  • Page 57 – Indy Select Rear Shock; Some snowmobiles are equipped with the Indy Select rear shock,
  • Page 58 – Optional Coil Springs
  • Page 59 – Rear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor
  • Page 60 – Weight Transfer During Acceleration
  • Page 61 – Handlebar Adjustment
  • Page 62 – Accessories; must
  • Page 63 – Traction Products; to offer advice and assistance.
  • Page 65 – Wear Strips; To avoid excessive tunnel wear, tunnel wear strips
  • Page 67 – SECTION 5 - GETTING READY TO RIDE; Check Before Starting Engine
  • Page 68 – GETTING READY TO RIDE; Read and Understand Your Owner’s Manual; Read the Owner’s Manual completely and refer to it often. We’ve; Check Throttle and Brake for Proper Operation; brakes for correct operation before starting the engine.; Throttle Safety Switch
  • Page 69 – Hydraulic Brakes; Brake Lever Travel
  • Page 70 – Mechanical Brakes
  • Page 71 – Park Brake Lever Lock
  • Page 72 – Check for Proper Operation of Steering System; Under
  • Page 73 – Start The Engine And Check; Check Surroundings to Verify Clear Operating Area
  • Page 75 – SECTION 6 - OPERATION; operating procedures.
  • Page 76 – OPERATION; Starting Your Engine; the engine slows or wants to stop, use intermittent choking to the
  • Page 77 – Starting a Warm Engine; CHOKE TOGGLE POSITIONS
  • Page 78 – No single action on your part is as important to long, trouble-free
  • Page 79 – Oil Injection System
  • Page 81 – The engine, drive system and track are now properly warmed up and
  • Page 82 – Fuel; The engine exhaust from this
  • Page 83 – require; Premium Fuel Switch
  • Page 84 – use, turn your key switch to “ON/REG.” The “Premium fuel” light; Fuel Reserve Capacity; On models equipped with fuel reserve, there are approximately two; Fuel System Deicers; Never use deicers or additives containing methanol.
  • Page 85 – Oil; Low Oil Indicator Light; The low oil indicator light (standard on most models) will indicate
  • Page 86 – Low Oil Level; Always do a visual check of the oil level when refueling. In the
  • Page 87 – Carburetion; too little fuel) may result in piston burning, bearing failure, or
  • Page 88 – Engine Stop Switch
  • Page 89 – Throttle Lever
  • Page 90 – Emergency Stopping And Starting; Stopping; event of an emergency. Refer to page 86 for more information about; SYSTEM
  • Page 91 – Starting
  • Page 92 – lever. Apply the throttle slowly until you’re sure which gear is
  • Page 94 – Forward; Daily Storage
  • Page 95 – Towing; before attempting its use.
  • Page 97 – SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE; This section defines your role, and your dealer’s role, in your
  • Page 98 – MAINTENANCE; Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program; of authorized warranty repairs, become the responsibility of the
  • Page 99 – Maintenance Chart; may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When
  • Page 101 – Maintenance Log; Present this section of your manual to your dealer each time your; 50 Mile (240 km) Initial Maintenance Inspection; Mileage
  • Page 102 – Additional Services Performed
  • Page 103 – Lubrication
  • Page 109 – Jackshaft Bearing Greasing
  • Page 110 – Throttle Cable Lubrication
  • Page 111 – Chaincase Oil Level; level should be between the “safe” marks on the dipstick (A). Add
  • Page 112 – It’s the operator’s responsibility to
  • Page 113 – General Maintenance; Intake Filter; periodically to remove any accumulation of snow.
  • Page 114 – Under Hood Air Intake System
  • Page 116 – Spark Plug Removal and Replacement; Rotate the plug counterclockwise
  • Page 117 – Water Pump Belt Inspection
  • Page 118 – Water/Sediment Trap Service
  • Page 119 – Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines
  • Page 120 – General Carburetor Information
  • Page 121 – Exhaust System
  • Page 122 – Coolant Mixture; NOTE; Coolant High Temperature Indicator Light
  • Page 123 – Flushing the Cooling System; Recovery System Models
  • Page 124 – Surge Tank Models
  • Page 125 – EDGE RMKs; Drive Chain Tension
  • Page 126 – Hydraulic Brake Inspection
  • Page 127 – Brake Components; Brake Pad Material (Replace when thickness is less than 1/16; Excessive Lever Travel; Hydraulic brakes are self-adjusting, but if excessive brake pad
  • Page 128 – Replenishing Brake Fluid; fluid (PN 2870990) as required to bring the level up to the top of the
  • Page 129 – Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System
  • Page 130 – Mechanical Brake Lever Travel
  • Page 131 – Headlight Adjustment
  • Page 132 – Installing the Bulb
  • Page 133 – Removing the Side Bulbs
  • Page 134 – Standard Belt Removal
  • Page 135 – Standard Belt Installation
  • Page 136 – Clutch System; Inspect clutch sheaves for damage, wear, or belt residue. Clean with
  • Page 137 – Clutch Alignment and Offset
  • Page 138 – Clutch Center Distance
  • Page 139 – Accessory Reverse Kit; If you’ve had a reverse kit installed on your snowmobile, some; Chain Tension; Maintain the proper chain tension as outlined on page 123.; Oil Level; Have the oil changed annually by your dealer.
  • Page 140 – Tool Kit; Always keep the tool kit with the snowmobile.; Tool Pouch Clip
  • Page 141 – For Your Protection
  • Page 142 – Track Maintenance; Track Tension Data
  • Page 143 – Track Tension; f the track needs adjustment:
  • Page 144 – Track Alignment; slowly
  • Page 145 – Track Inspection
  • Page 146 – Steering System; Steering Inspection and Adjustment; Each week, or before a long ride, check fasteners and tighten if
  • Page 147 – Ski Alignment; at the center of the ski mounting bolt. The measurement between the
  • Page 149 – Ski Skags; any; Skag Identification
  • Page 150 – Suspension Maintenance
  • Page 151 – Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and Trim
  • Page 152 – Extended Storage; Bearings
  • Page 153 – Engine and Carburetor Protection; to drain the fuel system. If you prefer to drain the fuel tank, use the; Electrical Connections; Always prepare and maintain the battery as outlined on page 153.
  • Page 154 – Track and Suspension
  • Page 155 – Battery; Battery Fluid; A poorly maintained battery will
  • Page 156 – Battery Connections; Keep battery terminals and connections free of corrosion. When; Battery Removal; sideways or spill electrolyte.
  • Page 157 – When your snowmobile is placed in storage for one month or more:; Battery Installation; allow for proper drainage.
  • Page 159 – SECTION 8 - TROUBLESHOOTING; Suspension Troubleshooting; Section 8 is a quick reference guide to solving problems.
  • Page 160 – TROUBLESHOOTING
  • Page 163 – EDGE RMK
  • Page 164 – XTRA LITE
  • Page 165 – Belt Troubleshooting
  • Page 166 – Engine Troubleshooting; Unless you have experience and training in two-cycle
  • Page 171 – Section 9 contains specific warranty information.
  • Page 172 – WARRANTY; Service And Warranty Information; Polaris Anti-Theft System
  • Page 173 – LIMITED WARRANTY
  • Page 174 – WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS:
  • Page 175 – How to Obtain Warranty Service; Engine Oil
  • Page 176 – Polaris Extended Service Contract
  • Page 177 – Polaris acknowledges the following products mentioned in this
  • Page 178 – INDEX
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Page 2 - WARNING; PROPOSITION 65

Read, understand, and follow all of the instructionsand safety precautions in this manual and on allproduct labels. Failure to follow the safety precautions could resultin serious injury or death. WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or...

Page 3 - What’s the hottest thing on snow?

1 What’s the hottest thing on snow? Our new web site. It’s designed just for YOU! S Technical tips S New product introductions S Event schedules S Parts and Service Manual information S Exciting details about The Way Out Check it out... www.polarisindustries.com/owner

Page 5 - WELCOME

3 WELCOME Thank you for purchasing a Polaris snowmobile, and welcome to our world-wide family of Polaris enthusiasts. Polaris proudly produces an exciting line of recreational products, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles, personal watercraft, utility vehicles, and Victory motorcycles.We bel...

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