Polaris 2002 SECTION 5 - GETTING READY TO RIDE

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SECTION 5 - GETTING READY TO RIDE

Check Before Starting Engine 66 - 70..........

DThrottleFreeplay

DBrake

DFluid Levels

DSteering

DMirrors

DGear

Start the Engine and Check 71................

DLights

DStop Switch

DSkis and Track (cold/warm)

DPre-ride warm-up

Certain items must be checked before each ride. This section explains

proceduresthat must be performed before riding.

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: