Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities

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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY

OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As the watercraft engine owner, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. Polaris rec- ommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your wa- tercraft engine, but Polaris cannot deny warranty coverage solely for lack of receipts or your failure to ensure the performance of all sched- uled maintenance. As the watercraft engine owner, you should however be aware that Polaris may deny you warranty coverage if your water- craft engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte- nance, or unapproved modifications. Receipts and records pertaining to regular scheduled maintenance may be relevant in the event ques- tions arise concerning maintenance. The receipts should be transferred to each subsequent owner of this watercraft.

You are responsible for presenting your watercraft engine to a Polaris authorized dealer as soon as a problem exists. Notice must be given to an authorized Polaris dealer of any apparent defect(s) within a reason- able time after discovery. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. It is recommended that any replacement part(s) used for maintenance, replacement, or re- pair of emission control systems be Polaris parts. Replacement parts equivalent to Polaris parts may be used in the performance of warranty repairs and will be provided without charge to the owner, and with no reduction in Polaris’ warranty obligation. Use of parts that are not equivalent to Polaris parts which causes the warranted part(s) to fail may constitute abuse and/or improper service, thereby invalidating Po- laris’ warranty liability.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsi- bilities, or to identify the nearest Polaris authorized dealer, you should contact Polaris at 1–800–POLARIS (1–800–765–2747).

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