Polaris Sportsman S Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Item Hours/
Miles
Frequency Remarks
Carburetor float
bowl
50 hrs. 6 months Drain bowl periodically and
prior to storage
J Throttle Cable/ETC
Switch
50 hrs. 6 months Inspect; adjust; lubricate;
replace if necessary
L
Choke (enricher)
cable
50 hrs. 6 months Inspect; adjust; lubricate;
replace if necessary
Coolant strength 100 hrs. 6 months Inspect strength seasonal-
ly; pressure test system
annually
J Drive belt 50 hrs. 6 months Inspect; replace as needed
" Steering 50 hrs. 6 months Inspect daily; lubricate
" Front suspension 50 hrs. 6 months Inspect; lubricate; tighten
fasteners
" Rear suspension 50 hrs. 6 months Inspect; tighten fasteners
" Drive chain(s) 50 hrs. 6 months Inspect daily; adjust and lu-
bricate if needed
L
Spark plug 100 hrs. 12 months Inspect; replace as needed
" More often under severe use, such as dirty or wet conditions
L Emission Control System Service (California)
J Dealer service item
Improperly performing the procedures marked with a J could result
in component failure and lead to serious injury or death. Have an
authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
WARNING