Polaris 500 2X4 - Manual (Page 60)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Item Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first)
Remarks
Hours Calendar Miles
(Km)
J
E
Fuel system 100 H 12 M -- Check for leaks at tank cap,
lines, fuel valve, filter, pump,
carburetor; replace lines
every two years
J
E
Fuel filter 100 H 12 M -- Replace yearly
"
Radiator
(if applicable)
100 H 12 M -- Inspect; clean external
surfaces
"
Cooling hoses
(if applicable)
100 H 12 M -- Inspect for leaks
"
Engine mounts 100 H 12 M -- Inspect
Exhaust muffler/
pipe
100 H 12 M -- Inspect
J
E
Spark plug 100 H 12 M -- Inspect; replace as needed
J
E
Ignition Timing 100 H 12 M -- Inspect
"
Wiring 100 H 12 M -- Inspect for wear, routing,
security; apply dielectric
grease to connectors
subjected to water, mud, etc.
J
Clutches (drive
and driven)
100 H 12 M -- Inspect; clean; replace worn
parts
J
Front wheel
bearings
100 H 12 M -- Inspect; replace as needed
J
Brake fluid 200 H 24 M -- Change every two years
Spark arrestor 300 H 36 M -- Clean out
Idle speed -- Adjust as needed
J
Toe adjustment -- Inspect periodically; adjust
when parts are replaced
"
J
Auxiliary brake (if
equipped)
-- Inspect daily; adjust as
needed
Headlight aim -- Adjust as needed
"
Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
E Emission-Related Service
J
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.