maintenance - Polaris
maintenance - Polaris
maintenance - Polaris
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MAINTENANCE<br />
Cooling System<br />
Adding or Changing Coolant<br />
To ensure that the coolant maintains its ability to protect the engine, we<br />
recommend that the system be completely drained every two years and a<br />
fresh mixture of antifreeze and water added. <strong>Polaris</strong> recommends the<br />
use of <strong>Polaris</strong> Premium 60/40 anti-freeze/coolant or a 50/50 mixture of<br />
high quality aluminum compatible anti-freeze/coolant and distilled<br />
water. <strong>Polaris</strong> Premium 60/40 is already premixed and ready to use. Do<br />
not dilute with water. See page 100 for the part numbers of <strong>Polaris</strong> products.<br />
Always follow the manufacturer's mixing recommendations for the<br />
freeze protection required in your area.<br />
Any time the cooling system has been drained for <strong>maintenance</strong> or repair,<br />
replace the coolant. If the recovery bottle has run dry, the level in the<br />
radiator should be inspected. Add coolant as needed.<br />
Radiator and Cooling Fan<br />
Always check and clean the screen and radiator fins at the intervals outlined<br />
in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 48. Do not<br />
obstruct or deflect air flow through the radiator by installing unauthorized<br />
accessories in front of the radiator or behind the cooling fan. Interference<br />
with the radiator air flow can lead to overheating and<br />
consequent engine damage.<br />
NOTICE: Washing the vehicle with a high-pressure hose could damage the<br />
radiator fins and impair the radiator's effectiveness. Using a highpressure<br />
system is not recommended.<br />
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