Polaris ATP 500 4x4 - Manual (Page 94)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Engine Cooling System
Oil Cooler (ATP 330)
The oil cooling system requires little maintenance other than to make
sure the cooler is kept free of mud and debris. Change the engine oil
as recommended in the maintenance schedule.
Coolant Level (ATP 500)
The recovery bottle (1) is located on the
left side of the machine. To access the
recovery bottle, remove the left side panel.
See page 100.
The fluid level must be maintained
between the minimum and maximum
marks on the bottle (when the fluid is
cool).
The engine coolant level is controlled or maintained by the recovery
system. The recovery system components are the recovery bottle,
radiator filler neck, radiator pressure cap and connecting hose.
As coolant operating temperature increases, the expanding (heated)
excess coolant is forced out of the radiator, past the pressure cap, and
into the recovery bottle. As engine coolant temperature decreases, the
contracting (cooled) coolant is drawn back up from the tank, past the
pressure cap, and into the radiator.
NOTE: Some coolant level drop on new machines is normal, as the
system is purging itself of trapped air. Observe coolant levels and
maintain as recommended by adding coolant to the recovery bottle.
Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Premium 60/40
anti-freeze/coolant or a 50/50 mixture of high quality aluminum
compatible anti-freeze/coolant and distilled water. Polaris Premium
60/40 is already premixed and ready to use. Do not dilute with water.
See page 121 for the part numbers of Polaris products.
NOTE: To ensure that the coolant maintains its ability to protect the
engine, we recommend that the system be completely drained every
two years and a fresh mixture of antifreeze and water added.
NOTE: Always follow the manufacturer’s mixing recommendations
for the freeze protection required in your area.
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