Polaris 2002 ATV Sportsman 6X6 - Manual (Page 61)

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RIDING
Daily Pre-Ride Inspection
Inspect your 6x6 each time before riding to ensure it is in proper
working order. If proper inspection is not done, severe injury or death
could result.
If a proper inspection is not performed serious injury or death
can result.
Always inspect your 6x6 before riding following the checklist
carefully.
Before riding your vehicle, inspect all operating controls and
parts.
Item/Inspection Procedure
D
Tires - check condition and pressures
D
Fuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper levels
D
All brakes - check operation, adjustment and fluid level (in-
cludes auxiliary brake)
D
Throttle - check for free operation and closing
D
Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all indicator
lights and switches
D
Engine stop switch - check for proper function
D
Wheels - check for tightness of wheel nuts and axle nuts; check
that axle nuts are secured by cotter pins
D
Drive chain - condition and slack; refer to drive chain adjust-
ment
D
Air cleaner element - check for dirt; clean or replace
D
Steering - check for free operation noting any unusual loose-
ness in any area
D
Loose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged or loose
nuts/bolts or fasteners
D
Operators helmet, goggles and clothing
D
Engine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery bottle.
D
Check condition and operation of the dump box/bed latch
mechanism.
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