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IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle. Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

Click the link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com.

Storage Tips

NOTICE
Starting the engine during the storage period will disturb the protective film created by fogging and damage could occur. Never start the engine during the storage period.

Clean the Exterior

Make any necessary repairs and clean the vehicle as recommended. See the Washing the Vehicle section for details.

Stabilize the Fuel

  1. Fill the fuel tank.

  2. Add POLARIS Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or POLARIS Fuel Stabilizer or equivalent fuel treatments or stabilizers. Follow the instructions on the container for the recommended amount. Carbon Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and removes carbon deposits from pistons, rings, valves and exhaust systems.

  3. Allow the engine to run for 15-20 minutes to allow the stabilizer to disperse through the entire fuel delivery system.

Oil and Filter

Change the oil and filter. See the Oil and Filter Change section for details.

Air Filter / Air Box

Replace the air filter. See the Air Filter section for details. Clean the air box.

Fluid Levels

Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart section.

  • Demand drive fluid (front gearcase)

  • Rear gearcase fluid (if equipped)

  • Transmission fluid

  • Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the fluid looks dark or contaminated)

  • Coolant (test strength/fill)

Inspect and Lubricate

Inspect all cables and lubricate all areas of the vehicle as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart section.

Fog the Engine

  1. Treat the fuel system with POLARIS Carbon Clean or other equivalent fuel treatment. Follow the instructions on the container. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for several minutes so the Carbon Clean reaches the injectors. Stop the engine.

  2. Remove the spark plugs and add 2-3 tablespoons of engine oil. To access the plug holes, use a section of clear 1/4” hose and a small plastic squeeze bottle filled with the pre-measured amount of oil. Do this carefully! If you miss the plug holes, oil will drain from the spark plug cavities into the hole at the front of the cylinder head, and appear to be an oil leak.

  3. Reinstall the spark plugs. Torque to specification. See the Spark Plug Gap / Torque section for details.

  4. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of each spark plug cap. Do not reinstall the caps onto the plugs at this step.

  5. Turn the engine over several times. Oil will be forced in and around the piston rings and ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective film of fresh oil.

  6. If POLARIS fuel system additive is not used, fuel tank, fuel lines, and injectors should be completely drained of gasoline.

  7. Reinstall the spark plug caps to the spark plugs.

Battery Maintenance

See Battery section for storage and charging procedures.

Fuse Box

Remove the fuse box cover during storage.

Storage Area / Covers

Be sure the storage area is well ventilated. Cover the vehicle with a genuine POLARIS cover. Do not use plastic or coated materials. They do not allow enough ventilation to prevent condensation, and may promote corrosion and oxidation.

Removal from Storage

  1. Charge the battery if necessary.

  2. Make sure the spark plug is tight. Reinstall the fuse box cover if it was removed for storage.

  3. Fill the fuel tank with fuel.

  4. Check all the points listed in the Daily Pre-Ride Inspection section. Tightness of the bolts, nuts and other fasteners should be checked by an authorized POLARIS dealer or other qualified service facility.

  5. Lubricate at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart section.

WARNING
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can cause loss of consciousness or death. Never run an engine in an enclosed area.
Parent topic: Cleaning and Storage