Polaris Widetrack LX - User Manual

Polaris Widetrack LX

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 4 – WELCOME; RANGER
  • Page 6 – TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • Page 7 – INTRODUCTION; Important Notes for Owners and Drivers; snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them
  • Page 8 – Preservation of the Environment; Noise Level; One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The; Air Pollution
  • Page 9 – Vehicle Identification Numbers
  • Page 10 – SAFETY; Operator Safety; CAUTION; NOTICE
  • Page 11 – WARNING
  • Page 12 – Stay Clear of Track; exposed for proper operation.; Stay Clear of Engine; Never
  • Page 13 – Survival Preparation
  • Page 14 – Riding Apparel; Helmet
  • Page 15 – Cargo Overload; Rider Capacity
  • Page 16 – Excessive Speed
  • Page 17 – Driver Awareness
  • Page 18 – Avalanches
  • Page 19 – Ice and Snow Build-up; your dealer to help reduce snow and ice build-up.; Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  • Page 20 – Driving on Slopes; unavoidable, keep your weight low and forward. If you must cross the
  • Page 21 – Driving Downhill; snowmobile and keep it from rolling freely downhill.; Clutch Guard; Do not operate the engine with the clutch guard removed.; remote, don’t defeat the purpose of the guard by removing it. It’s pro-; Drive Belt; Do not operate the engine with the drive belt removed.
  • Page 22 – Intake Silencer; Clutches; Do not attempt to service the clutches.; All clutch service must be performed by your dealer. The clutch is a; Cold Weather Drive-Away; Whenever your snowmobile has been parked for a length of time, espe-; Maneuverability; ing system and skis, maximum control is achieved by the shifting of
  • Page 23 – Inadequate Snow Conditions; and, on liquid cooled models, cooling for the engine, adequate snow; Operating in Deep Snow; of snow, then step down the snow in front of the snowmobile so that
  • Page 24 – Driving Responsibly
  • Page 25 – Windchill/Temperature Charts; peratures become dangerous for riding.
  • Page 26 – Safety Labels and Locations; on the snowmobile; Clutch Cover Warning; Air Box Warning; under the hood; Passenger Warning
  • Page 27 – The track/seat warning label is on the; Reverse Warning; Polaris Widetrak snowmobile is
  • Page 28 – Operation Warning
  • Page 29 – FEATURES AND CONTROLS
  • Page 30 – Not all; Fuel Valve
  • Page 32 – Backrest; Cargo Rack
  • Page 33 – THE PERFECT FIT; Front Suspension Adjustments; Break in the suspension for approximately 150 miles (240 km) and re-; IFS Components
  • Page 34 – the jounce bumper down as far as it will go on the shock rod and test; Shock Components
  • Page 35 – Shock Spring Preload
  • Page 36 – Rear Suspension Adjustments; Suspension Performance Tips
  • Page 37 – WideTrak Rear Suspension Adjustments; Rear Spring Settings; check for the recommended settings:
  • Page 38 – Handlebar Adjustments; Standard Handlebar
  • Page 39 – Traction Products; Carbide Skags; control on hard-packed snow and ice. Replace worn skags to maintain
  • Page 40 – Accessories; must
  • Page 41 – ) on the referenced pages to; Item
  • Page 42 – Before Starting the Engine; vehicle components to be sure of proper operation.; Read and Understand Your Owner’s Manual; Read the Owner’s Manual completely and refer to it often. The manual; Throttle Lever; the engine. Have the throttle serviced immediately. See page 55.; Throttle Safety Switch
  • Page 43 – Hydraulic Brakes; Brake Lever Travel; Squeeze the brake lever. It should; Lever Feel; your dealer for service.
  • Page 44 – Parking Brake Lever Lock; Lock Engagement; Lock Release
  • Page 45 – Steering System; ficulty is encountered, check for ice and snow build-up that may be; Track; cation conditions voids the track warranty.
  • Page 46 – Hood Latches; found, see your Polaris dealer for replacement.; Transmission; Make sure the transmission is
  • Page 47 – Start the Engine and Check; Engine Stop Switch; OFF
  • Page 48 – OPERATION; Starting the Engine; CHOKE POSITIONS
  • Page 49 – mobile life as proper break-in of a new or rebuilt engine. Premix the
  • Page 50 – Oil Injection System; Always check and fill the oil tank when refueling. See page 50.; Oil Recommendations; systems. Polaris recommends the use of Premium 2-Cycle Oil for this; Slide Rail and Track Cooling
  • Page 52 – Fuel; Fuel Safety
  • Page 53 – use of premium fuel when possible. Do not use lower than 87 octane; mechanical fuel gauge reads; Fuel System Deicers; Never use deicers or additives containing
  • Page 54 – Oil; Low Oil Indicator Light
  • Page 55 – Low Oil Level; reaches the low level mark, add one U.S. quart of recommended oil to; Carburetion; be caused by snow build-up on the pre-filter in the air intake system.
  • Page 56 – Jetting Guidelines; production is not correct for all altitudes and/or temperatures.
  • Page 59 – Emergency Stopping; engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.; Emergency Starting; gency start strap is provided in the kit.; SYSTEM
  • Page 60 – Reverse Operation; Mechanical Reverse; should be made by your dealer.
  • Page 61 – Towing; Do not use the front bumper to pull or drag the snowmobile. The front; (not to the ski loops) to prevent damage to the steering components.
  • Page 62 – MAINTENANCE; Emission Control Information; Emission Control Label; tion hangtag. These items are required by U.S. Environmental; Emission Control Maintenance Requirements; any service that may be necessary.
  • Page 63 – Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program; lined in this manual. Record maintenance and service in the Mainte-
  • Page 64 – Periodic Maintenance Interval Table; may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When
  • Page 67 – Lubrication; Suspension and Steering; mium All-Season Grease at 500 miles (800 km) and annually or every
  • Page 69 – Jackshaft Bearing
  • Page 70 – Gearcase Oil Level; fill
  • Page 71 – Spark Plugs; engine under medium or light duty to have spark plug failure.; Owner’s Manual Supplement.
  • Page 72 – spark plug for correct color.; Normal Plug; end. There may be a carbon layer over the entire nose. Generally, the; Spark Plug Removal and Replacement; spark plug counterclockwise to remove it.
  • Page 73 – Intake Filter; system. When operating in loose powder snow, check the top of the
  • Page 74 – Carburetor; Water/Sediment Trap Service; Plug Cleaning Procedure
  • Page 75 – Carburetor Adjustments
  • Page 76 – Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines; damaged fuel lines promptly.; Oil Filter; The oil filter is located at the side of
  • Page 77 – Exhaust System; Check the exhaust system for wear or damage at approximately 1000; Drive Chain Tension; tenance or inspection should be necessary.
  • Page 78 – Brakes; Hydraulic Brake Inspection; available for replacing brake pads. See your dealer.; Brake Components; ness is less than 1/16
  • Page 79 – Brake Fluid; allow for diaphragm movement, and if they become plugged, movement; Replace brake fluid at least every two years.
  • Page 80 – Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System; Bleed the system before operating the snowmobile.; flow of fluid into an approved container.
  • Page 81 – Lights; Headlight Adjustment; and make a mark on the wall.; Turn the adjustment nut, located inside the hood, just below the
  • Page 82 – Headlight Bulb Replacement
  • Page 83 – Clutch System; ers such as isopropyl alcohol.; Clutch Alignment Offset; for your machine. If adjustment is necessary, see your dealer.
  • Page 84 – Drive Belt Condition; any of these conditions exist.
  • Page 85 – Drive Belt Removal; Stop the engine after operating in
  • Page 86 – Drive Belt Installation
  • Page 87 – Drive Belt Deflection
  • Page 88 – Tool Kit; Always keep the tool kit with the snowmobile.; Chain Tension; Maintain the proper chain tension as outlined on page 74.
  • Page 89 – Track Inspection
  • Page 90 – Track Lubrication
  • Page 91 – Track Tension; after the track is warmed up and limber.; and the plastic rail slide.
  • Page 92 – f the track needs adjustment:; equal adjustment on both sides of the track.
  • Page 93 – Track Alignment; slowly
  • Page 94 – Steering Inspection; sary. Specific fasteners that should be checked are marked with a
  • Page 95 – Ski Alignment; With the handlebars in a straight-ahead position, and with vehicle
  • Page 96 – Ski Skags; trol while turning on hard-packed snow or ice.; skags must be replaced if; Skag Replacement; Raise and support the front of the snowmobile so the skis are
  • Page 97 – Suspension Maintenance; Rail Slide Wear
  • Page 98 – Battery; Battery Fluid; A poorly maintained battery will
  • Page 99 – Battery Connections; and one cup water. Rinse well with tap water and dry with clean shop; Battery Removal; ways or spill electrolyte.
  • Page 100 – Battery Installation; kinks and to allow for proper drainage.
  • Page 101 – Battery Storage; When your snowmobile is placed in storage for one month or more (in; Charge condition
  • Page 102 – Daily Storage
  • Page 103 – Extended Storage; Cleaning and Preservation; Proper storage starts with cleaning, washing, and waxing the hood,; Engine and Carburetor Protection; Whenever the snowmobile is stored for a period of more than 60 days,
  • Page 105 – Electrical Connections; Always prepare and maintain the battery as outlined on page 95.; Track and Suspension; Remove the ignition key to prevent loss.
  • Page 106 – POLARIS PRODUCTS; Description
  • Page 107 – TROUBLESHOOTING; Suspension Troubleshooting; Problem
  • Page 108 – Belt Wear/Burn Troubleshooting; Belt Wear/Burn Diagnosis
  • Page 109 – Engine Troubleshooting; your dealer if technical problems arise.
  • Page 112 – WARRANTY; Service And Warranty Information; Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance; following information:; Polaris Customer Service
  • Page 113 – Polaris Anti-Theft System; Polaris snowmobile owner reports theft.; list of all stolen units to further monitor thefts.
  • Page 114 – Limited Warranty; Limitations of warranties and remedies
  • Page 116 – Conditions and Exclusions
  • Page 117 – Polaris Second Year Engine Service Contract; Consumer Exclusions
  • Page 118 – Exported Vehicles; How to Get Service; Notice
  • Page 121 – MAINTENANCE LOG; mobile is serviced. This will provide you and future owners with an
  • Page 125 – INDEX
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Summary

Page 4 - WELCOME; RANGER

1 WELCOME Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world- wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recreational products.• Snowmobiles• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)• RANGER utility vehicles • Victory motorcyclesWe believe Polaris sets a s...

Page 6 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This section contains helpful information for owners and drivers and illustrates the location of important identification numbers that should be recorded in the owner’s manual. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 7 - INTRODUCTION; Important Notes for Owners and Drivers; snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them

4 INTRODUCTION Important Notes for Owners and Drivers After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient ref- erence. It should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is sold.When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined course for practice. Make sur...

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