Features and Controls | Polaris 2002 specification

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Features

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1.	Hood			12.	Suspension
2.	Headlight			13.	Nosepan
3.	Windshield			14.	Trailing Arm
4.	Handlebar			15.	Skis
5.	Seat			16.	Front Bumper
6.	Storage/Rear			17.	Console
7.	Taillights			18.	Rear Bumper
8.	Backrest			19.	Passenger Hand Hold
9.	Tunnel Extension			20.	Lifting Hand Hold
10.	Passenger Hand Hold Strap			21.	Snow Flap
11.	Track			22.	Hood Closures (Edge
					Models Only)

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Polaris 2002 manual Features and Controls

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 Preservation Of The Environment Noise LevelAir 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 Unexpected Do Not Overload Cargo Carrier Always Wear Clothing Designed for Snowmobiling Disabled Operators Know the Limitations of the Machine Your Skills as a Driver Safety Ice and Snow Build-up Operation on Hard-Packed Snow or Slippery Surfaces Driving in Hilly Terrain Riding Downhill Do Not Operate Engine With Clutch Guard RemovedDo Not Operate Engine With Drive Belt Removed Do Not Service Clutches Yourself Cold Weather Drive-AwayMachine Maneuverability Powder Snow Operation Safety Responsible Driving Windchill/Temperature Charts Wind Chill Chart F Wind Chill Chart C Airbox Warning Decal Safety Decals And LocationsClutch Cover Warning Decal Pressure Cap Warning Decal Track Warning Decal Cargo Carrier Warning Decal Passenger Warning Standard Reverse Warning Decal Vehicle Capable of Excessive Reverse Speed Electronic Reverse Warning Decal Operation Warning Decal Operation 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 Front Suspension Adjustments IFS Adjustment OptionsIndependent Front Suspension IFS Shock Absorber Components Adjusting Front ShockSpring Preload Changing Shock Valving Indy Select IFS Shock Rear Suspensions Suspension Performance Tips Perfect FIT Rear Spring Tension Perfect FIT Rear Torsion Spring Adjustment Xtra-12 Rear Torque Arm Adjustment SKS Models Adjustment Indy Select Front Track Shock Indy Select Rear Shock Suspension Coupling Optional Coil SpringsPosition Sensitive Shock PPS Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop Frss Rear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Attributes Weight Transfer During Acceleration Xtra-10 and Edge Rear Rear Scissor Stop RrssXtra-12 Rear Rear Scissor Stop Rrss Handlebar Adjustment Accessories Traction Products Perfect FIT Wear Strips Page Check Before Starting Engine Start the Engine and Check Throttle Safety Switch Check Throttle and Brake for Proper Operation Hydraulic Brakes Brake Lever TravelLever Feel Mechanical Brakes Park Brake Lever Lock Check for Proper Operation of Steering System Track InspectionCheck for Securely Latched Hood Check Surroundings to Verify Clear Operating Area Page Operation Starting Your Engine Starting a Cold Engine Manual Start Starting a Cold Engine Electric Start Starting a Warm Engine Engine Break-In Oil Injection System Variable Exhaust SystemLubrication Track Warm-Up Operation Fuel Premium Fuel Switch Fuel Reserve Capacity Fuel System Deicers Low Oil Indicator Light Low Oil Level Carburetion Engine Stop Switch Throttle Lever Stopping System What IT does Throttle Condition Starting Reverse Operation Mechanical Reverse Operation Electronic Altitude Setting Forward Towing Page Maintenance Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program Maintenance Chart Tighten idler adjusting bolt jam Mile 240 km Initial Maintenance Inspection Mile 1600 km Maintenance InspectionMile 3200 km Maintenance Inspection Additional Services Performed + + 102 LL L 104 105 Suspension Lubrication X-10, Edge Jackshaft Bearing Greasing Driveshaft Bearing GreasingCoupler Greasing WideTrak Throttle Cable Lubrication Choke and Cable Lubrication Chaincase Oil Level Gearcase Oil Level WideTrak Models Intake Filter Under Hood Air Intake System Spark Plug Selection Normal OverheatingWet Fouled Spark Plug Removal and Replacement Variable Exhaust System V.E.S Water Pump Belt Inspection Water/Sediment Trap Service Plug Cleaning Procedure Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines Oil Filter Carburetor Adjustments General Carburetor Information Exhaust System Engine Cooling Liquid Cooled Models Coolant High Temperature Indicator Light Coolant MixtureCoolant Level Recovery System Models Flushing the Cooling SystemBleeding the Cooling System Surge Tank Models Drive Chain Tension Edge RMKs Hydraulic Brake Inspection Brake Components Excessive Lever Travel Replenishing Brake Fluid Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System Mechanical Brake Lever Travel Headlight Adjustment Installing the Bulb Removing Halogen Bulbs High/Low BeamRemoving Halogen Bulbs High Beam Installing the Side Bulbs Wrap Around Taillight Bulb ReplacementRemoving the Side Bulbs Standard Belt Removal Electronic Reverse Belt Removal Standard Belt Installation Electronic Reverse Belt Installation Clutch System Clutch Alignment and Offset Drive Belt Deflection Reverse Kit Maintenance Clutch Center DistanceTorque Stop Oil Level Accessory Reverse KitChain Tension Oil Change Tool Kit Tool Pouch ClipAlways keep the tool kit with the snowmobile Maintenance Items For Your ProtectionFall Tune-Up Suspension Weight Measurement Track Tension Data If the track needs adjustment Track Tension Track Alignment Track Lubrication Steering Inspection and Adjustment Ski Alignment 146 Skag Replacement Ski SkagsSkag Identification Hi-Fax Wear Cleaning and Preservation of Hood, Chassis, and Trim Controls and Linkage Bearings Clutch and Drive SystemEngine and Carburetor Protection Battery Electrical Connections Track and Suspension Transporting the Snowmobile Battery Fluid Battery Connections Battery Removal Battery Installation 156 Troubleshooting Suspension Troubleshooting Problem Solution perform only one change at a time 12, 133″ Edge Edge RMK Xtra Lite Causes Solutions Belt Wear/Burn 164 165 166 167 168 Warranty Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Service And Warranty InformationAdministration Polaris Anti-Theft System Limited Warranty 172 Engine Oil Conditions Coverage Coverage Exclusions Index 177 178