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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Cleaning and Storage

Storage Tips

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 t ype cleaners only. High pressure washers may

force water past seals.

Stabilize the Fuel

Fill the fuel t ank. Add P olaris Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or Polaris

Fuel Stabilizer . Follow the instructions on the container for the

rec ommended amount. (Carbon clean will also reduce the possibility of

bacte rial growth in the fuel system.) Allow 15-20 minutes of opera tion

for the stabilizer to disperse through the fuel in the tank and car buretor.

T urn the fuel valve of f and drain the carbure tor bowl.

Oil and Filter

Warm the engine and change the oil and filter.

Air Filt er / Air Box

Inspe ct and clean or repla ce the pre- clea ner and air filter. Clean the air

box and dra in the sediment tube.

Breather Filter

Inspect and clean or replace the breather filter.

Fluid Levels

Inspect the following fluid levels and change if necessary: front and

rear gearcases; transmission and brake fluid (change every two years or

as required if fluid looks dark or contaminated).

Starting the engine during the storage period will disturb the protective

film created by fogging and damage could occur . Never start the

engine during the storage period.

CAUTION

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Polaris Sportsman S User Manual Page 113