Periodic Maintenance Chart
The following chart is a guide based on average riding conditions. You may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, always use genuine Polaris parts.
| Periodic Maintenance Schedule | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Item | Frequency / Intervals | ||||
| 150 mi. (240 km) |
500 mi. (800 km) |
1000 mi. (1600 km) |
2000 mi. (3200 km) |
Pre-Season | |
| L = Lubricate / I = Inspect or Adjust / R = Replace / C = Clean | |||||
| Drive / Driven Clutch | |||||
| Clutch Alignment / Offset | I | I | I | I | |
| Drive Belt Condition / Ride Out | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Drive / Driven Clutch Condition | I | C | I | I | C |
| Drive Belt Tension | I | I | I | I | |
| Engine | |||||
| Engine Mounts | I | I | I | I | |
| Recoil Handle / Rope / Function | I | I | I | I | |
| Cylinder Head Bolts | I | I | I | ||
| Cylinder Base Nuts | I | I | I | ||
| Ignition Timing BTDC | I | I | I | ||
| Spark Plugs | I | I | R | I | |
| Exhaust Pipe | I | I | |||
| Exhaust System Retaining Springs | I | I | I | I | |
| VES System (650 Engine Only) |
C (clean at 1500 MI/2414 KM) |
I | |||
| Coolant Level | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| 50/50 Extended Life Coolant | Replace every 5 years | ||||
| 60/40 Coolant (If applicable) | Replace every 2 years | ||||
| Cooling Hoses / Pipes | I | I | I | I | |
| Brake System | |||||
| Brake Lever | Pre-Ride Inspection | ||||
| Hose Condition / Routing | I | I | I | I | |
| Fluid Level / Leaks / Fluid Condition | I | I | I | I | |
| Brake Pads / Brake Disc | I | I | I | I | |
| Parking Brake | Pre-Ride Inspection | ||||
| Brake System | I | ||||
| Brake Fluid | R | ||||
| Fuel System | |||||
| Throttle Lever / Throttle Cable | I | I | I | I | I |
| Fuel / Vent Hoses | I | I | I | I | |
| Oil Hoses | I | I | I | ||
| Air Box | I | I | I | I | I |
| Electrical System | |||||
| Auxiliary Shut-Off | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Throttle Release Switch | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Ignition Switch | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Headlights / Brake light / Taillights | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Hand / Thumbwarmers | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| PERC Reverse System | Pre-Ride Inspection | I | |||
| Chassis / Suspension | |||||
| Ski Toe Alignment | I | I | I | ||
| Front / Rear Suspension Mounting Bolts | Pre-Ride Inspection | ||||
| Steering Fasteners / Linkage / Handlebars | Pre-Ride Inspection | ||||
| Ski Fasteners | Pre-Ride Inspection | C | |||
| Ski Skags | Pre-Ride Inspection | ||||
| Hood / Side Panel Fasteners | I | I | I | I | I |
| Drive Chain Tension (If Equipped) | I | I | I | I | I |
| Chaincase Oil (If Equipped) | I | R | I | R | I |
| Track Alignment / Track Tension | I | I | I | I | I |
| Front Limiter Strap | I | I | I | I | I |
| Rail Slide Condition | I | I | I | I | I |
| Rebuildable IFP Shock Oil | R | ||||
| Rear Shock Threads | L | ||||
| Bogie / Wheel Condition / Fastener Bolts | I | I | I | I | I |
| Rear Idler Wheel Bolts | I | I | I | I | I |
| Rear Idler Adjuster Bolt Jam Nuts | I | I | I | I | I |
| Camber Alignment | I | I | I | ||
| Handlebar Centering | I | ||||
| Hood / Seat / Chassis / Engine Compartment | C | C | |||