Polaris Predator 90 Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Cleaning and Storage
Storage Tips
See page 141 for the part numbers of Polaris-recommended products.
Clean the Exterior
Make necessary repairs and then clean the ATV thoroughly with mild
soap and warm water 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 s eals.
Stabilize the Fuel
Fill the fuel tank. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or Polaris
Fuel Stabilizer. Follow the instructions on the container for the
rec ommended a mount. (Ca rbon c lean w ill also reduce the possibility of
bacte rial gr owth in the fuel syste m.) Allow 15- 20 minute s of ope ration
for t he sta bilizer to disperse through the f uel in the ta nk a nd c arburetor.
T urn the fuel va lve of f a nd drain t he ca rburetor bowl.
Oil and Filter - 4-Cycle
Warm the engine and change the oil and filter.
Air Filt er / Air Box
Inspe ct a nd c lean or repla ce the pre -cle aner and a ir f ilter. Clean the air
box a nd dra in the s ediment tube .
Breather Filter(s)
On 4-cycle engines, inspect and clean or replace the breather filter(s).
Fluid Levels
Inspect the following fluid levels and change if necessary: engine
counter balance (2-cycle); front gearcase (shaft drive models);
transmission; front hubs (AWD models); brake fluid (change every two
years or as required if fluid looks dark or contaminated).
Drain the Recoil Housing
Remove the recoil housing drain plug and drain any moisture.
Starting the engine during the storage period will dis turb the protective
film created by fogging and damage could occur. Never start the
engine during the storage period.
CAUTION