Polaris 2003 MSX - Manual (Page 78)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
DESCRIPTION Pre-ride Pre-
season
Monthly
or 25 hrs.
3 mos. or
50 hrs.
6 mos. or
100 hrs.
Tune up
item
ENGINE
Engine corrosion protection/fogging(daily-if used in salt water) L** L L
Cooling system flushing (daily after use in salt water) I** I
•
Exhaust cooling hose screen I/C I/C
•
Exhaust hose condition I I
Engine mounts (replace if removed for engine service) I I
•
Thermostat/popoff valve assembly/spring I/C I/C* R
•
Water inlet and outlet hoses and clamps I I I R
Spark plugs/Compression test I I
•
Spark Plugs (replace every 100 hours) R I R
Engine fastener re-torque (cyl head/cyl base, exhaust) I I
•
Oil pump adjustment I I
•
ELECTRICAL
Battery condition, fluid level I I •
Battery vent hose condition/routing (must be clear) I I •
Battery and starter cables(clean connections / tight) I I I •
Ground cables-condition, corrosion, fastener torque I I I
Engine overheat warning/tone/electrical connections I I
Lanyard cord/engine stop switch I I •
I - Inspect, adjust, service, replace if necessary A - Adjust C - Clean R - Replace L - Lubricate with recommended lubricant