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Polaris 2002 manual Track and Suspension, Transporting the Snowmobile

Models: 2002

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MAINTENANCE

Extended Storage

Track and Suspension

Moderate track tension should be maintained during summer storage. The machine should be supported off the ground to allow the track to hang freely. See illustration.

Transporting the Snowmobile

Whenever the snowmobile is transported:

1 Turn the fuel valve

clockwise to “OFF”1 2 to shut off the fuel

supply (1). Turn the valve counter-clockwise to “ON” to turn the fuel supply on (2). NOTE: The fuel valve is located to the right of the fuel pump or behind the airbox, between the fuel pump and fuel tank.

2Be sure the fuel cap and oil cap are installed correctly.

3Always tie the snowmobile to the transporting unit securely using suitable straps.

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Polaris 2002 manual Track and Suspension, Transporting the Snowmobile

Contents

Page Proposition What’s the hottest thing on snow? Page Welcome Table of Contents HOW to USE this Manual Important Notes For Owners And Drivers Noise Level Preservation Of The EnvironmentAir Pollution HOW to USE this Manual Vehicle Identification Numbers Page Safety Operator Safety Safety Stay Away From Moving Parts Be Seated and in Position to Control the Vehicle Be Prepared for the UnexpectedDo Not Overload Cargo Carrier Always Wear Clothing Designed for SnowmobilingDisabled Operators Know the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a DriverSafety Ice and Snow Build-up Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery SurfacesDriving in Hilly Terrain Do Not Operate Engine With Clutch Guard Removed Riding DownhillDo Not Operate Engine With Drive Belt Removed Cold Weather Drive-Away Do Not Service Clutches YourselfMachine Maneuverability Powder Snow Operation Safety Responsible Driving Windchill/Temperature Charts Wind Chill Chart FWind Chill Chart C Airbox Warning Decal Safety Decals And LocationsClutch Cover Warning Decal Pressure Cap Warning DecalTrack Warning Decal Cargo Carrier Warning DecalPassenger Warning Standard Reverse Warning Decal Vehicle Capable of Excessive Reverse SpeedElectronic Reverse Warning Decal Operation Warning DecalOperation Warning Decal Text Before Starting Engine Features and Controls Location of Controls Features and Controls Features and Controls Features Features and Controls Features and Controls Page Perfect FIT IFS Adjustment Options Front Suspension AdjustmentsIndependent Front Suspension IFS Shock Absorber Components Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload Changing Shock Valving Indy Select IFS Shock Rear Suspensions Suspension Performance TipsPerfect FIT Rear Spring Tension Perfect FIT Rear Torsion Spring Adjustment Xtra-12 Rear Torque Arm Adjustment SKS ModelsAdjustment Indy Select Front Track ShockIndy Select Rear Shock Suspension Coupling Optional Coil SpringsPosition Sensitive Shock PPS Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop FrssRear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss AttributesXtra-10 and Edge Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Weight Transfer During AccelerationXtra-12 Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Handlebar Adjustment Accessories Traction Products Perfect FIT Wear Strips Page Check Before Starting Engine Start the Engine and CheckThrottle Safety Switch Check Throttle and Brake for Proper OperationBrake Lever Travel Hydraulic BrakesLever Feel Mechanical Brakes Park Brake Lever Lock Track Inspection Check for Proper Operation of Steering SystemCheck for Securely Latched Hood Check Surroundings to Verify Clear Operating Area Page Operation Starting Your Engine Starting a Cold Engine Manual StartStarting a Cold Engine Electric Start Starting a Warm EngineEngine Break-In Variable Exhaust System Oil Injection SystemLubrication Track Warm-Up Operation Fuel Premium Fuel Switch Fuel Reserve Capacity Fuel System DeicersLow Oil Indicator Light Low Oil Level Carburetion Engine Stop Switch Throttle Lever Stopping System What IT does Throttle ConditionStarting Reverse Operation Mechanical Reverse Operation Electronic Altitude Setting ForwardTowing Page Maintenance Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program Maintenance Chart Tighten idler adjusting bolt jam Mile 1600 km Maintenance Inspection Mile 240 km Initial Maintenance InspectionMile 3200 km Maintenance Inspection Additional Services Performed + + 102 LL L 104 105 Suspension Lubrication X-10, Edge Driveshaft Bearing Greasing Jackshaft Bearing GreasingCoupler Greasing WideTrak Throttle Cable Lubrication Choke and Cable LubricationChaincase Oil Level Gearcase Oil Level WideTrak Models Intake Filter Under Hood Air Intake System Spark Plug SelectionOverheating NormalWet Fouled Spark Plug Removal and Replacement Variable Exhaust System V.E.S Water Pump Belt InspectionWater/Sediment Trap Service Plug Cleaning ProcedureFuel Filter/Fuel Lines Oil FilterCarburetor Adjustments General Carburetor InformationExhaust System Engine Cooling Liquid Cooled ModelsCoolant Mixture Coolant High Temperature Indicator LightCoolant Level Flushing the Cooling System Recovery System ModelsBleeding the Cooling System Surge Tank Models Drive Chain Tension Edge RMKsHydraulic Brake Inspection Brake Components Excessive Lever TravelReplenishing Brake Fluid Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Mechanical Brake Lever Travel Headlight Adjustment Removing Halogen Bulbs High/Low Beam Installing the BulbRemoving Halogen Bulbs High Beam Wrap Around Taillight Bulb Replacement Installing the Side BulbsRemoving the Side Bulbs Standard Belt Removal Electronic Reverse Belt RemovalStandard Belt Installation Electronic Reverse Belt InstallationClutch System Clutch Alignment and Offset Drive Belt DeflectionClutch Center Distance Reverse Kit MaintenanceTorque Stop Oil Level Accessory Reverse KitChain Tension Oil ChangeTool Pouch Clip Tool KitAlways keep the tool kit with the snowmobile For Your Protection Maintenance ItemsFall Tune-Up Suspension Weight Measurement Track Tension DataIf the track needs adjustment Track TensionTrack Alignment Track Lubrication Steering Inspection and Adjustment Ski Alignment 146 Ski Skags Skag ReplacementSkag Identification Hi-Fax Wear Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and Trim Controls and LinkageClutch and Drive System BearingsEngine and Carburetor Protection Battery Electrical ConnectionsTrack and Suspension Transporting the SnowmobileBattery Fluid Battery Connections Battery RemovalBattery Installation 156 Troubleshooting Suspension Troubleshooting Problem Solution perform only one change at a time12, 133″ Edge Edge RMK Xtra Lite Causes Solutions Belt Wear/Burn164 165 166 167 168 Warranty Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Service And Warranty InformationAdministration Polaris Anti-Theft SystemLimited Warranty 172 Engine Oil Conditions CoverageCoverage Exclusions Index 177 178