Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual HOW to Obtain Warranty Service, Engine Oil

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WARRANTY

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

If your personal watercraft requires warranty service, it must be taken to a Polaris dealer authorized to repair Polaris personal watercraft. When requesting warranty service you must present your copy of the Warranty Registration form to the dealer. (The cost of transportation to and from the dealer is your responsibility.) Polaris suggests that you use your original selling dealer; however, you may use any Polaris Servic- ing Dealer to perform warranty service.

Please work with your dealer to resolve any warranty issues. Should your dealer require any additional assistance they will contact the ap- propriate personnel at Polaris.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

If any of the above terms are void because of state or federal law, all oth- er warranty terms will remain in effect.

Engine Oil

1.Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may cause engine damage. We recommend the use of Polaris engine oils for your Polaris vehicle.

2.Damage resulting from the use of non-recommended lubricants may not be covered by warranty.

Polaris warrants to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent pur- chaser that this engine is designed, built, and equipped to conform at the time of sale with applicable regulations under section 213 of the Clean Air Act. Polaris warrants that this engine is free from defects in materi- als and workmanship that would cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations for the U.S. EPA emission warranty period, which is one (1) year from the date of purchase for the emission-related components in this engine.

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Contents MSX Page We’ve created a web site, just for YOU Page Welcome Polaris Recreational VehiclesPolaris Professional Series Workmobilest Table of Contents Your Responsibilities Do Your PartMaintenance Requirements Age RestrictionsIdentification Numbers Safety Signal Words and SymbolsSafety Decals Safety To Avoid Collisions Righting Capsized Boat Informational Decals Located on the engine water manifoldOperator Safety Operator GuidelinesSafety Safe Riding Gear Personal Floatation DeviceEye Protection Suit/Shoes/GlovesFire Safety Overloading the WatercraftWeather and Darkness Protective ApparelObstacles and Shallow Water Service and Maintenance Turning and AcceleratingPre-Operation Check Jet Pump Water Intake Safety Electrical Shock HazardSafe Riding Position Lifting the WatercraftOperator Awareness Operator FitnessBoating Under the Influence Vehicle Modifications Operator Fatigue and DehydrationHypothermia To avoid hypothermiaFeatures and Controls Exhaust Outlet Reverse Gate911 Reverse Operation Handle Features and Controls Engine Components under seat Engine Components Accessible Functions New Generation Instrument NGIPrimary Functions Function Overview Display Mode Instrument OperationDisplay Warnings Check EngineRPM Limiter Accessories Standard EquipmentOptional Equipment Emissions EPA Emissions RegulationsCalifornia Star Labels One Star Low Emission Two Stars Very Low EmissionThree Stars Ultra Low Emission Operation Pre-Operation InspectionWhat To Do Fuel Refueling Oil Jet Pump Intake Ride Plate Impeller Drive ShaftSteering ThrottleEngine and Storage Compartments Loose Parts SeatFire Extinguisher Battery Hull Drain Plugs and BilgeRiding Gear Switches/Buttons Engine Break-in Procedure Principles of OperationOperation Navigational Rules Right-of-way and Give-wayStand-on Vessel Give-way VesselRule Encountering VesselsMeeting Vessels Overtaking Vessels Crossing PathsNon-Motorized Craft Fishing Vessel Right-of-WayAvoid Collisions Reading Buoys and MarkersLaunch Ramp Etiquette Launching the Watercraft Stopping the EngineBefore Starting the Engine Starting the EngineIf the Engine Doesn’t Start Boarding the Watercraft Boarding and Starting in Deep Water Operator OnlyBoarding With a Passenger Reverse Operation Turning the WatercraftStopping the Watercraft Beaching the Watercraft Operating in Rough Conditions Towing a Disabled Watercraft Righting a Capsized Watercraft Operating With Passengers Post Operation Maintenance Daily CareOperation Temporary Storage Transporting The Watercraft Anti-Corrosion Treatment Submerged Waterlogged EngineEngine Water Removal Procedure Maintenance and Lubrication General MaintenancePeriodic Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule KeyDescription Fuel System Hull / Deck / Steering / Controls Steering Cable Joints and Inner Wire LubricationThrottle Cable Drive LineSeat Latch And Hooks Steering Nozzle Pivot Shaft Throttle Body And Oil Injection PumpElectrical Connections Steering Handle Pivot ShaftSpark Plugs Maintenance and Lubrication Hull and Deck Care Oil Polaris VES II Synthetic LubricantPolaris Premium Gold Synthetic Lubricant Polaris Nature Oil Synthetic LubricantSteering Cable Inspection FusesThrottle Cable Inspection Battery Battery Maintenance and ChargingReplenishing Battery Fluid AntidoteBattery Removal Battery Charging Battery Installation Battery StorageSalt Water and Unclean Water Care Jet Pump Water Inlet ScreenCooling System Flushing Extended Storage Engine and Exhaust System DrainingWatercraft Engine Fogging Procedure Cleaning Lubrication Engine Troubleshooting Engine Doesn’t Turn OverEngine Turns Over But Doesn’t Start Possible Weak Spark Cause Solution Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or MisfiresEngine Overheats Engine BackfiresEngine Loses Power Engine Pings or KnocksEngine RPM is Too High With Limited Speed Unusual Noise or Vibration From Propulsion SystemPolaris Products Oil and LubricantsSpecifications Capacities / DimensionsPropulsion Warranty Obtaining Service and Warranty AssistanceWarranty Policy HOW to Obtain Warranty Service Engine OilCalifornia Emission Control System Limited Warranty Polaris Watercraft EnginesOWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities 109 Index Emissions111