Maintenance, Extended storage – Polaris 2013 WideTrak LX User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Extended Storage

Engine and Carburetor Protection

Using a fuel stabilizer and topping off the fuel tank eliminates the need
to drain the fuel system. If you prefer to drain the fuel tank, use the
following procedure:

1. Transfer unused fuel from the fuel tank to an approved fuel

container using a siphon pump. Do not re-use fuel after storage.

2. Securely support the front of the snowmobile with a jack stand so

the snowmobile is elevated and the engine is tilted rearward.

3. Remove the spark plug(s).

4. Rotate the engine slowly, watching the piston until it’s at bottom

dead center (BDC), the lowest position in the cylinder. On twin
cylinder models, the opposite piston will be up.

5. Pour approximately two ounces of POLARIS injector oil into the

spark plug hole.

6. Wait one to two minutes and perform steps 3 to 5 on remaining

cylinders.

7. Replace the spark plugs and lower the snowmobile to the floor.

Controls and Linkage

All bushings, spindle shafts, tie rod ends, and cables should receive a
light coat of oil or grease.

Bearings

Grease the drive shaft clutch side bearing with POLARIS Premium All-
Season Grease or a similar high quality grease to prevent corrosion. See
page 106 for part numbers.

Clutch and Drive System

Remove the drive belt and store in a cool dry location. Lubricate the
sheave faces of the drive and driven clutches with a light coat of oil or
POLARIS Cable Lubricant. See page 106 for the part numbers of
POLARIS products. Do not lubricate clutch components, except the
driven clutch shaft bushing as outlined in the Master Repair Manual.
See your dealer.

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