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2026 Patriot Boost 9R / Slash / Pro RMK Khaos Owner’s Manual

i 2026 Patriot Boost / Matryx Slash / RMK Owner’s Manual
ii Welcome
iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Important Notes for Owners and Drivers
- 1.1.2: Preservation of the Environment
  - 1.1.2.1: Noise Level
  - 1.1.2.2: Air Pollution
- 1.1.3: Vehicle Identification Numbers
  - 1.1.3.1: Engine Serial Number
  - 1.1.3.2: Key Identification
- 1.1.4: Radio Compliance Statements
- 1.1.5: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Operator Safety
  - 2.2.1.1: Stay Clear of Track
  - 2.2.1.2: Stay Clear of Engine
  - 2.2.1.3: Riding Position
  - 2.2.1.4: Rider Capacity
  - 2.2.1.5: Riding Apparel
    - 2.2.1.5.1: Helmet
    - 2.2.1.5.2: Eye Protection
    - 2.2.1.5.3: Clothing
  - 2.2.1.6: Survival Preparation
  - 2.2.1.7: Excessive Speed
  - 2.2.1.8: Driver Awareness
  - 2.2.1.9: Disabled Operators
  - 2.2.1.10: Mountainous Terrain Riding
    - 2.2.1.10.1: Get the Safety Gear
    - 2.2.1.10.2: Get to Know Your Safety Gear
    - 2.2.1.10.3: Get the Picture
    - 2.2.1.10.4: Get Out of Harm’s Way
    - 2.2.1.10.5: Get to Know Your Mountain Snowmobile
    - 2.2.1.10.6: Get the Forecast
    - 2.2.1.10.7: Get Avalanche Safety Training
    - 2.2.1.10.8: Avalanche Awareness
  - 2.2.1.11: Ice and Snow Build-up
  - 2.2.1.12: Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  - 2.2.1.13: Inadequate Snow Conditions
  - 2.2.1.14: Operating in Deep Snow
  - 2.2.1.15: Driving Downhill
  - 2.2.1.16: Driving in Hilly Terrain
  - 2.2.1.17: Drive Belt
  - 2.2.1.18: Intake Silencer
  - 2.2.1.19: Clutches
  - 2.2.1.20: Cold Weather Drive-Away
  - 2.2.1.21: Maneuverability
  - 2.2.1.22: Driving Responsibly
  - 2.2.1.23: Hidden Obstructions
  - 2.2.1.24: Windchill/Temperature Charts
    - 2.2.1.24.1: Windchill Chart (°F)
    - 2.2.1.24.2: Windchill Chart (°C)
- 2.2.2: Portable Fuel Transport Warning
- 2.2.3: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.3.1: Clutch Warning
  - 2.2.3.2: General Warning
  - 2.2.3.3: Hot Surface Caution
  - 2.2.3.4: Moving Parts Warning
  - 2.2.3.5: Fuel Transport Warning
  - 2.2.3.6: Flammable Liquids Warning
  - 2.2.3.7: Fuel Treatment Warning
Chapter 3: Features
- 3.3.1: Component Locations
- 3.3.2: Patriot Boost System Components
  (If Equipped)
- 3.3.3: Ignition Switch
- 3.3.4: Adjustable Headlight
- 3.3.5: Tools
- 3.3.6: QUICKDRIVE
- 3.3.7: Cargo Storage
- 3.3.8: Rail Scratchers
- 3.3.9: Accessories
- 3.3.10: Detonation Elimination Technology (DET)
- 3.3.11: Oil Pump Failure Protection
- 3.3.12: Extended Idle Engine Shutoff
- 3.3.13: Security System (Ignition Lock System)
- 3.3.14: Portable Fuel Containers
Chapter 4: Gauge
- 4.4.1: Standard Instrument Cluster
  - 4.4.1.1: Indicator Lamps
  - 4.4.1.2: Rider Information Center
    - 4.4.1.2.1: Information Display Area
    - 4.4.1.2.2: Speed Display Area
    - 4.4.1.2.3: Fuel Gauge
    - 4.4.1.2.4: Odometer/Engine Hour Display Area
    - 4.4.1.2.5: Playback Function
    - 4.4.1.2.6: Standard/Metric Display
  - 4.4.1.3: Security System (Ignition Lock System)
    - 4.4.1.3.1: First Time Use of Your Security System
    - 4.4.1.3.2: Locking System With Personal Security Code
    - 4.4.1.3.3: Unlocking System With Personal Security Code
    - 4.4.1.3.4: Changing to a New Security Code
    - 4.4.1.3.5: Security System Access Quick Reference
  - 4.4.1.4: Diagnostic Display Mode
- 4.4.2: Fuel Type Selection
- 4.4.3: Heated Grips
- 4.4.4: Engine Overheat Indicator
  - 4.4.4.1: Flashing Indicator
  - 4.4.4.2: Engine-Cooling Actions
- 4.4.5: 7" Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND
  - 4.4.5.1: Overview
    - 4.4.5.1.1: Before You Drive
      - 4.4.5.1.1.1: Speed Limitation
    - 4.4.5.1.2: Device Operating Requirements
  - 4.4.5.2: Ride Command Buttons
  - 4.4.5.3: Gauge Screen
    - 4.4.5.3.1: Configure Gauge Screen
    - 4.4.5.3.2: Gauge View Mode
  - 4.4.5.4: Icon Bar
  - 4.4.5.5: Badge Panel
    - 4.4.5.5.1: App Tray
    - 4.4.5.5.2: Controls Tab
      - 4.4.5.5.2.1: Display Mode
      - 4.4.5.5.2.2: Display Brightness
      - 4.4.5.5.2.3: Fuel Setting
      - 4.4.5.5.2.4: Lock Vehicle Button
    - 4.4.5.5.3: Notifications Tab
    - 4.4.5.5.4: Engine Overheat Indicator
    - 4.4.5.5.5: Warning Features
  - 4.4.5.6: All Settings
    - 4.4.5.6.1: Information
    - 4.4.5.6.2: General
    - 4.4.5.6.3: Time
    - 4.4.5.6.4: Vehicle
  - 4.4.5.7: Pin Activated Security System (P.A.S.S.) (if equipped)
  - 4.4.5.8: Audio Screen
  - 4.4.5.9: Phone Screen
  - 4.4.5.10: Map Screen
    - 4.4.5.10.1: Zoom
    - 4.4.5.10.2: Map Orientation
    - 4.4.5.10.3: Points of Interest (POI)
    - 4.4.5.10.4: Snap to Trail
  - 4.4.5.11: Group Ride (WHERE AUTHORIZED)
    - 4.4.5.11.1: Creating a Ride Group
    - 4.4.5.11.2: Joining a Ride Group
  - 4.4.5.12: Display Maintenance
    - 4.4.5.12.1: Care and Maintenance
    - 4.4.5.12.2: Create Account
    - 4.4.5.12.3: Software & Map Updates
      - 4.4.5.12.3.1: Over-the-Air (if equipped)
      - 4.4.5.12.3.2: USB Drive
      - 4.4.5.12.3.3: USB Hardware
Chapter 5: The Perfect Fit
- 5.5.1: Suspension Quick Set-Up Guide
  - 5.5.1.1: Shock Locations
  - 5.5.1.2: Shock Compression Damping
- 5.5.2: Independent Front Suspension (IFS)
  - 5.5.2.1: IFS Shock Adjustments
- 5.5.3: Rear Suspension
  - 5.5.3.1: Front Track Shock Settings
  - 5.5.3.2: Rear Track Shock Settings
- 5.5.4: Handlebar Component Alignment
  - 5.5.4.1: Brake Master Cylinder Alignment
  - 5.5.4.2: Throttle Block Alignment
  - 5.5.4.3: PERC Button Alignment
  - 5.5.4.4: Engine Stop Switch Alignment
  - 5.5.4.5: Handlebar Hook Alignment
  - 5.5.4.6: Handlebar Angle Adjustment
- 5.5.5: Carbide Skags
- 5.5.6: Toe Hold Position Adjustment
Chapter 6: Snowmobile Break-In
- 6.6.1: Engine Break-In
- 6.6.2: Automatic Engine Break-In Timers
- 6.6.3: Oil Injection System
- 6.6.4: Drive Belt Break-In
- 6.6.5: QUICKDRIVE Belt Break-In
- 6.6.6: Track Break-In
Chapter 7: Pre-Ride Inspections
- 7.7.1: Pre-Ride Checklist
- 7.7.2: Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection
- 7.7.3: Before Starting the Engine
  - 7.7.3.1: Read and Understand Your Owner’s Manual
  - 7.7.3.2: Steering System
  - 7.7.3.3: Throttle Lever
  - 7.7.3.4: Brakes
    - 7.7.3.4.1: Temporary Brake Lever Lock
    - 7.7.3.4.2: Brake Lever Travel
    - 7.7.3.4.3: Lever Feel
  - 7.7.3.5: Temporary Brake Lever Lock
  - 7.7.3.6: Track
  - 7.7.3.7: Hood and Side Panel Fasteners
  - 7.7.3.8: Recoil Rope
- 7.7.4: Start the Engine and Check
  - 7.7.4.1: Engine Stop Switch
  - 7.7.4.2: Ignition Switch
  - 7.7.4.3: Tether Switch
  - 7.7.4.4: Lighting
  - 7.7.4.5: Operating Area
Chapter 8: Operation
- 8.8.1: Starting the Engine
  - 8.8.1.1: Restarting the Engine
- 8.8.2: Track Warm-Up
- 8.8.3: Slide Rail and Track Cooling
- 8.8.4: Rail Scratchers
- 8.8.5: Deep Lug Track Operation
- 8.8.6: Fuel
  - 8.8.6.1: Fuel Recommendation
  - 8.8.6.2: Fuel System Deicers
- 8.8.7: Oil
  - 8.8.7.1: Oil Recommendation
  - 8.8.7.2: Low Oil Level
- 8.8.8: Engine Stop Switch
- 8.8.9: Throttle Lever
- 8.8.10: Vehicle Control System
- 8.8.11: POLARIS Electronic Reverse Control (PERC)
  - 8.8.11.1: Engaging Reverse
  - 8.8.11.2: Disengaging Reverse
- 8.8.12: Emergency Stopping
- 8.8.13: Daily Storage
- 8.8.14: Towing
Chapter 9: Maintenance
- 9.9.1: Emissions Control Systems
  - 9.9.1.1: Emission Control Information
    - 9.9.1.1.1: Emission Control Label
    - 9.9.1.1.2: Emission Control Maintenance Requirements
    - 9.9.1.1.3: Owner’s Responsibilities
    - 9.9.1.1.4: Non-ionizing Radiation
- 9.9.2: POLARIS Recommended Maintenance Program
- 9.9.3: Pre-Season Maintenance
- 9.9.4: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
- 9.9.5: Hood/Side Panel
- 9.9.6: Lubrication
  - 9.9.6.1: Rear Suspension Lubrication
- 9.9.7: Spark Plugs
  - 9.9.7.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 9.9.7.2: Spark Plug Inspection
  - 9.9.7.3: Spark Plug Condition
- 9.9.8: Intake Filters
- 9.9.9: Fuel Pump
- 9.9.10: Fuel Filter / Fuel Lines
- 9.9.11: Cooling System
  - 9.9.11.1: Coolant
  - 9.9.11.2: Coolant Level
  - 9.9.11.3: Flushing the Cooling System
  - 9.9.11.4: Bleeding the Cooling System
- 9.9.12: Exhaust System
- 9.9.13: Electronic Variable Exhaust System (E-VES) Maintenance
- 9.9.14: Quickdrive
  - 9.9.14.1: QUICKDRIVE Belt Condition
- 9.9.15: Brakes
  - 9.9.15.1: Hydraulic Brake Inspection
  - 9.9.15.2: Brake Components
  - 9.9.15.3: Excessive Lever Travel
  - 9.9.15.4: Brake Fluid
- 9.9.16: Lights
- 9.9.17: Fuse Replacement
- 9.9.18: Constant Power Fuse
- 9.9.19: Load Center
  - 9.9.19.1: Load Center Details
- 9.9.20: Clutch System
  - 9.9.20.1: Clutch Alignment Offset
  - 9.9.20.2: Drive Belt Condition
  - 9.9.20.3: Belt Deflection Inspection
  - 9.9.20.4: Drive Belt Deflection Adjustment (PATRIOT 650/850 MODELS)
  - 9.9.20.5: Drive Belt Removal
  - 9.9.20.6: Drive Belt Installation
- 9.9.21: Track Maintenance
  - 9.9.21.1: Track Inspection
  - 9.9.21.2: Track Lubrication
  - 9.9.21.3: Track Tension
  - 9.9.21.4: Track Alignment
- 9.9.22: Steering System
  - 9.9.22.1: Front Suspension Inspection
  - 9.9.22.2: Ski Alignment
  - 9.9.22.3: Ski Skags
    - 9.9.22.3.1: Skag Replacement
  - 9.9.22.4: Rail Slide Wear Inspection
- 9.9.23: Battery Maintenance
  - 9.9.23.1: Battery Identification
  - 9.9.23.2: Battery Removal (Electric Start Models)
  - 9.9.23.3: Battery Installation
  - 9.9.23.4: Battery Charging
  - 9.9.23.5: Battery Charge Relay Control
  - 9.9.23.6: Battery Maintenance
- 9.9.24: Transporting the Snowmobile
- 9.9.25: Summer/Long-Term Storage Guide
  - 9.9.25.1: Treating the Fuel System
  - 9.9.25.2: Fogging the Engine
  - 9.9.25.3: Drive Belt Storage
  - 9.9.25.4: Battery/Electrical System Storage
  - 9.9.25.5: Cleaning the Snowmobile
  - 9.9.25.6: Lubricate the Pivots
  - 9.9.25.7: Storing the Snowmobile
- 9.9.26: Winter Ride Preparation
Chapter 10: Specifications
- 10.10.1: 650 RMK SP
- 10.10.2: 850 PRO RMK
  850 RMK Khaos
  850 RMK SP
- 10.10.3: Patriot Boost PRO RMK
  Patriot Boost RMK Khaos
- 10.10.4: Patriot 9R PRO RMK
  Patriot 9R RMK Khaos
Chapter 11: POLARIS Products
- 11.11.1: POLARIS Products
Chapter 12: Troubleshooting
- 12.12.1: Engine Troubleshooting
- 12.12.2: Drive System Troubleshooting
- 12.12.3: Drive Belt Troubleshooting
- 12.12.4: Suspension Troubleshooting
- 12.12.5: DET Troubleshooting
Chapter 13: Warranty
- 13.13.1: Service and Warranty Information
  - 13.13.1.1: Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance
  - 13.13.1.2: Limited Warranty
  - 13.13.1.3: Registration
  - 13.13.1.4: Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
    - 13.13.1.4.1: Limitations of Warranties and Remedies
      - 13.13.1.4.1.1: Lubricants and Fluids
  - 13.13.1.5: How to Obtain Warranty Service
    - 13.13.1.5.1: Outside the country where your product was purchased:
    - 13.13.1.5.2: If you move:
    - 13.13.1.5.3: If you purchase from a private party:
  - 13.13.1.6: Exported Products
  - 13.13.1.7: Notice
  - 13.13.1.8: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
Chapter 14: Maintenance Log
- 14.14.1: Maintenance Log
Index

Service and Warranty Information

In this section:

Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance
Limited Warranty
Registration
Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Exported Products
Notice
U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty

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