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Polaris 2003 MSX Welcome, Polaris Recreational Vehicles, Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest

Models: 2003 MSX

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Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world-wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recreational products.

Polaris Recreational Vehicles

SSnowmobiles

SAll-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

SWatercraft

SRANGER utility vehicles

SVictory motorcycles

Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest

SUtility Task Vehiclest (UTVs)

SPersonal Task Vehiclest (PTVs)

SAll-Surface Loaders (ASLs)

WELCOME

We believe Polaris sets a standard of excellence for all utility and recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your Polaris vehicle, making it the finest machine we’ve ever produced.

For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the instructions and recommendations in this owner’s manual. Your manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is outlined in the Polaris Service Manual and should be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer (MSD) Technician.

Your Polaris dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your total satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your service needs during, and after, the warranty period. Refer to page 101 for the part numbers of Polaris products for your vehicle.

We take great pride in our Pure Polaris Parts Apparel and Accessories (PAA), available at your Polaris dealership or through our online store at www.purepolaris.com. Have your Pure Polaris products delivered right to your door!

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Polaris 2003 MSX owner manual Welcome, Polaris Recreational Vehicles, Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest

Contents

MSX Page We’ve created a web site, just for YOU Page Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest WelcomePolaris Recreational Vehicles Table of Contents Do Your Part Your Responsibilities Age Restrictions Maintenance Requirements Identification Numbers Signal Words and Symbols Safety Safety Decals Safety To Avoid Collisions Righting Capsized Boat Located on the engine water manifold Informational Decals Operator Guidelines Operator Safety Safety Personal Floatation Device Safe Riding GearEye Protection Suit/Shoes/Gloves Overloading the Watercraft Fire Safety Protective Apparel Weather and Darkness Obstacles and Shallow Water Pre-Operation Check Service and MaintenanceTurning and Accelerating Electrical Shock Hazard Jet Pump Water Intake SafetySafe Riding Position Lifting the Watercraft Boating Under the Influence Operator AwarenessOperator Fitness Operator Fatigue and Dehydration Vehicle ModificationsHypothermia To avoid hypothermia Exhaust Outlet Reverse Gate Features and Controls 911 Reverse Operation Handle Features and Controls Engine Components under seat Engine Components Primary Functions Accessible FunctionsNew Generation Instrument NGI Function Overview Instrument Operation Display Mode Check Engine Display Warnings RPM Limiter Optional Equipment AccessoriesStandard Equipment California Star Labels EmissionsEPA Emissions Regulations Three Stars Ultra Low Emission One Star Low EmissionTwo Stars Very Low Emission Pre-Operation Inspection Operation What To Do Fuel Refueling Oil Ride Plate Impeller Drive Shaft Jet Pump Intake Engine and Storage Compartments SteeringThrottle Fire Extinguisher Loose PartsSeat Battery Riding Gear HullDrain Plugs and Bilge Switches/Buttons Principles of Operation Engine Break-in Procedure Operation Right-of-way and Give-way Navigational RulesStand-on Vessel Give-way Vessel Meeting Vessels RuleEncountering Vessels Crossing Paths Overtaking Vessels Fishing Vessel Right-of-Way Non-Motorized Craft Launch Ramp Etiquette Avoid CollisionsReading Buoys and Markers Stopping the Engine Launching the Watercraft Starting the Engine Before Starting the Engine If the Engine Doesn’t Start Boarding and Starting in Deep Water Operator Only Boarding the Watercraft Boarding With a Passenger Turning the Watercraft Reverse Operation Stopping the Watercraft Beaching the Watercraft Operating in Rough Conditions Towing a Disabled Watercraft Righting a Capsized Watercraft Operating With Passengers Daily Care Post Operation Maintenance Operation Temporary Storage Transporting The Watercraft Submerged Waterlogged Engine Anti-Corrosion Treatment Engine Water Removal Procedure General Maintenance Maintenance and Lubrication Maintenance Schedule Key Periodic Maintenance Schedule Description Fuel System Hull / Deck / Steering / Controls Lubrication Steering Cable Joints and Inner WireThrottle Cable Drive Line Throttle Body And Oil Injection Pump Seat Latch And Hooks Steering Nozzle Pivot ShaftElectrical Connections Steering Handle Pivot Shaft Spark Plugs Maintenance and Lubrication Hull and Deck Care Polaris VES II Synthetic Lubricant OilPolaris Premium Gold Synthetic Lubricant Polaris Nature Oil Synthetic Lubricant Throttle Cable Inspection Steering Cable InspectionFuses Battery Maintenance and Charging BatteryReplenishing Battery Fluid Antidote Battery Removal Battery Charging Battery Storage Battery Installation Jet Pump Water Inlet Screen Salt Water and Unclean Water Care Cooling System Flushing Engine and Exhaust System Draining Extended Storage Watercraft Engine Fogging Procedure Cleaning Lubrication Engine Turns Over But Doesn’t Start Engine TroubleshootingEngine Doesn’t Turn Over Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires Possible Weak Spark Cause Solution Engine Backfires Engine Overheats Engine Pings or Knocks Engine Loses Power Unusual Noise or Vibration From Propulsion System Engine RPM is Too High With Limited Speed Oil and Lubricants Polaris Products Capacities / Dimensions Specifications Propulsion Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance Warranty Warranty Policy Engine Oil HOW to Obtain Warranty Service Polaris Watercraft Engines California Emission Control System Limited Warranty OWNER’S Warranty Responsibilities 109 Emissions Index 111