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INDEX

RearTorque A rm

Adjustment,SKS Models 53......

RearTorsionSpring, Xtra 12 53.......

RecoverySystem 121...............

Removingthe Side Bulbs 131.........

Reserve Capacity 82................

ResponsibleDriving 14-25...........

ReverseKit Maintenance 136.........

ReverseOperation 90-92.............

Reverse, Accessory Kit 137...........

Reverse,Electronic 91-92............

Reverse, Mechanical 90..............

Safety 11–36......................

ScissorStop, Rear Rear(RRSS) 57-58..

SedimentTrap Service 116...........

Serviceand WarrantyInformation 170...

ShockAbsorber Components 45.......

ShockValving 47...................

Shock, Position Sensitive 56..........

Skag Replacement 147...............

Skags 147........................

SkiAlignment 145..................

SkiSkags 147.....................

SnowmobileClothing 16.............

SparkPlug Removal 114.............

Spark Plug Selection 112.............

Spark Plug, Normal 113.............

Spark Plug, Overheating 113..........

SparkPlug, WetFouled 113..........

SpringTension,Rear 50-51...........

Springs,Coil 56....................

Startinga Cold Engine 74-75.........

ElectricS tart 75....................

Startinga WarmEngine 75...........

Starting Procedure, Emergency 89......

SteeringInspectionand Adjustment 144.

SteeringSystem 144-147............

StopSwitch 86.....................

StoppingProcedure 88...............

Storage 92, 149-152................

Battery 151.....................

Bearings 150....................

Cleaning 149....................

Clutchand Drive System 150.......

Controlsand Linkage 149..........

ElectricalConnections 151.........

Trackand Suspension 152..........

Supplies 139......................

SurgeTank 122-123................

SuspensionAdjustmentFeatures 44.....

Suspension Adjustment,

EDGERMK 50................

Suspension Adjustment

Xtra10, EDGE, Xtra Lite 52......

SuspensionCoupling 56.............

SuspensionLubrication 101-107.......

SuspensionMaintenance 148-149......

Suspension Performance Tips 49.......

SuspensionTroubleshooting 158-162...

Suspension,Front 44................

Suspension, Rear 49.................

TaillightBulb Replacement 131........

TemperatureIndicator 120............

Tension,DriveChain 123............

TetherSwitch 71...................

ThePerfect Fit 43–65...............

Throttle Cable Lubrication 108........

Throttle Lever 87...................

Throttle Safety Switch 86............

ToolKit 138.......................

ToolPouch Clip 138................

TorqueArm, Rear,SKS Models 53.....

TorqueStop 136...................

TorsionSpring Adjustment,Xtra 12, 3..

Towing 93........................

TrackAlignment 142................

TrackIn spection 143................

TrackLubrication 143...............

TrackTension 140-141..............

TrackWarmUp 78-79...............

TractionProducts 61-62.............

Transporting 152...................

Troubleshooting, 157–168............

Troubleshooting,Belt 163............

Troubleshooting,Engine 164-166......

TuneUp 139......................

VariableExhaustSystem 115..........

VehicleIdentificationNumbers 9.......

VehicleNomenclature 9..............

Warranty 169-175..................

WaterPump BeltInspection 115.......

WaterTrap Service 116..............

WearStrips 63.....................

WeightTransfer 58..................

Windchill/Temperature Charts 26.......

Contents

Main WARNING PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Page Page WELCOME TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 - HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL Important Notes For Owners And Drivers Preservation Of The Environment Noise Level Air Pollution Page Vehicle Identification Numbers Page Page Page Page Stay Away From Moving Parts Be Seated and in Positionto Control the Vehicle Be Prepared for the Unexpected Do Not Overload Cargo Carrier Always Wear Clothing Designed for Snowmobiling Disabled Operators Know the Limitations of the Machine and YourSkills as a Driver Ice and Snow Build-up Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery Surfaces Driving in Hilly Terrain Riding Downhill Do Not Operate EngineWith Clutch Guard Removed Do Not Operate EngineWith Drive Belt Removed Page Powder Snow Operation Page Responsible Driving Windchill/TemperatureCharts WIND CHILL CHART (C) Clutch Cover Warning Decal -1 Airbox Warning Decal - 2 Pressure Cap WarningDecal - 3 Track WarningDecal - 4 Cargo Carrier WarningDecal - 5 Passenger Warning - 5 Standard Reverse WarningDecal - 6 Page Page Caution Decal - 9 Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page SECTION 4 - THE PERFECT FIT Independent Front Suspension(IFS) IFS Adjustment Options Shock Absorber Components Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload Changing Shock Valving Indy Select IFS Shock Rear Suspensions Suspension Performance Tips Rear Suspension Initial Spring Preload Setting EDGE RMK (Sag Method) Rear Spring Tension Rear Suspension Initial Spring Preload Setting Xtra-10, EDGEand Xtra Lite (Sag Method) Rear TorsionSpring Adjustment - Xtra-12 Rear TorqueArm Adjustment - SKS Models Page Indy Select Rear Shock Adjustment Optional Coil Springs Position Sensitive Shock ( PPS) Suspension Coupling Front ToRear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop (FRSS) Page Weight TransferDuring Acceleration Handlebar Adjustment Backrest Adjustment Page Page TractionProducts Wear Strips Page SECTION 5 - GETTING READY TO RIDE Check Before Starting Engine 66 - 70.......... Start the Engine and Check 71................ Read and Understand YourOwners Manual Check Throttle and Brakefor Proper Operation Throttle Safety Switch Hydraulic Brakes Mechanical Brakes Park Brake Lever Lock Check for Proper Operation of Steering System Track Inspection Check for SecurelyLatched Hood Start The Engine And Check Page SECTION 6 - OPERATION Starting Your Engine Starting a Cold Engine(Manual Start) Starting Your Engine Starting a Cold Engine(Electric Start) Starting a WarmEngine Engine Break-In Engine Break-In Oil Injection System VariableExhaust System Lubrication Page Track Warm-Up Page Page Premium Fuel Switch Fuel Reserve Capacity Fuel System Deicers Oil Low Oil Indicator Light Oil Low Oil Level Carburetion Engine Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch Throttle Lever Emergency Stopping And Starting Stopping Emergency Stopping And Starting Starting Reverse Operation (Mechanical) Reverse Operation (Electronic) S S S S Daily Storage Towing Page SECTION 7 - MAINTENANCE Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program Maintenance Chart Page Page Maintenance Log Page Page Page Page Page Page Jackshaft Bearing Greasing Driveshaft Bearing Greasing Coupler Greasing - WideTrak Throttle Cable Lubrication Choke and Cable Lubrication Chaincase Oil Level Gearcase Oil Level (WideTrakM odels) Intake Filter Under Hood Air Intake System Spark Plug Selection Page Spark Plug Removal and Replacement VariableExhaust System (V.E.S.) WaterPump Belt Inspection Water/Sediment Trap Service Plug Cleaning Procedure Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines Oil Filter General CarburetorInformation CarburetorAdjustments Exhaust System Engine Cooling - Liquid CooledModels Coolant Mixture Coolant High TemperatureIndicator Light Coolant Level Flushing the Cooling System Bleeding the Cooling System Page Drive Chain Tension Hydraulic Brake Inspection Brake Components Excessive Lever Travel Replenishing BrakeFluid Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Mechanical Brake Lever Travel Headlight Adjustment Removing HalogenBulbs - High/Low Beam Installing the Bulb Removing HalogenBulbs - High Beam Removing the Side Bulbs Installing the Side Bulbs Wrap Around TaillightBulb Replacement Standard Belt Removal Electronic Reverse Belt Removal Standard Belt Installation Electronic Reverse Belt Installation Clutch System Clutch Alignment andOffset Drive Belt Deflection Clutch Center Distance TorqueStop Reverse Kit Maintenance 2 1 Page ToolKit ToolPouch Clip Page Track TensionData Track Tension I Track Alignment Track Inspection TrackLubrication Steering Inspection and Adjustment Ski Alignment Page Ski Skags Skag Identification Skag Replacement Suspension Maintenance Hi-Fax Wear Suspension Maintenance Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis,and Trim Controls and Linkage Bearings Clutch and Drive System Engine and CarburetorProtection Electrical Connections Battery Trackand Suspension Transportingthe Snowmobile Battery Fluid Battery Connections Battery Removal Battery Installation Page Page X-12 X-12, 133 X-10 and Edge EDGE RMK XTRA LITE Belt Troubleshooting Belt Wear/Burn Page Page Page Page Page Page Service And Warranty Information Polaris Anti-TheftSystem Administration Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS: LIMITATIONSOF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES Page Polaris Extended Service Contract Conditions: Coverage: