Polaris Sportsman 6x6 - Manual (Page 73)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Careful periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle in the safest,
most reliable condition. Inspection, adjustment and lubrication of
important components are explained in the periodic maintenance chart.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust and replace parts as necessary. When
inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, use genuine Polaris
parts available from your Polaris dealer.
NOTE: Service and adjustments are critical. If you’re not familiar
with safe service and adjustment procedures, have a
qualified dealer perform these operations.
Maintenance intervals in the following chart are based upon average
riding conditions and an average vehicle speed of approximately 10
miles per hour. Vehicles subjected to severe use must be inspected and
serviced more frequently.
Severe Use Definition
S
Frequent immersion in mud, water or sand
S
Racing or race-style high RPM use
S
Prolonged low speed, heavy load operation
S
Extended idle
S
Short trip cold weather operation
Pay special attention to the oil level. A rise in oil level during cold
weather can indicate contaminants collecting in the oil sump or
crankcase. Change oil immediately if the oil level begins to rise.
Monitor the oil level, and if it continues to rise, discontinue use and
determine the cause or see your dealer.
Maintenance Chart Key
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Perform these procedures more frequently for vehicles subjected to
severe use.
E
Emission Control System Service (California)
J
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
WARNING
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.