Polaris 2015 Polaris M1400 - Manual (Page 82)

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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Storage
Storage Tips
Fluid Levels
Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance
Chart beginning on page 51.
• Front and rear gearcase fluid (if equipped)
• Transmission fluid
• Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the fluid looks dark or contaminated)
• Coolant (test strength/fill)
Fog the Engine
1. Treat the fuel system with POLARIS Carbon Clean. Follow the instructions on the
container. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for several minutes so the Carbon Clean
reaches the injectors. Stop the engine.
2. Remove the spark plugs and add 2-3 tablespoons of engine oil. To access the plug holes,
use a section of clear 1/4” hose and a small plastic squeeze bottle filled with the pre-
measured amount of oil. Do this carefully! If you miss the plug holes, oil will drain from
the spark plug cavities into the hole at the front of the cylinder head, and appear to be an
oil leak.
3. Reinstall the spark plugs. Torque to specification. See page 60.
4. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of each spark plug cap and reinstall the caps onto
the plugs.
5. Turn the engine over several times. Oil will be forced in and around the piston rings and
ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective film of fresh oil.
6. If POLARIS fuel system additive is not used, fuel tank, fuel lines, and injectors should
be completely drained of gasoline.
Storage Area/Covers
Be sure the storage area is well ventilated. Cover the vehicle with a genuine POLARIS
cover. Do not use plastic or coated materials. They do not allow enough ventilation to pre-
vent condensation, and may promote corrosion and oxidation.