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Pre-ride inspections – Polaris 2015 INDIAN Scout User Manual

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Pre-Ride Inspections

Turn the ignition key to the ON position and move the stop/run switch to RUN before performing the following electrical

inspections. Return the ignition key to the OFF position after completing these inspections. If inspection of any electrical item

reveals component failure, repair or replace the component before operating the motorcycle.

Item

Inspection Procedure

Electrical
Headlamp

The headlights automatically operate when the engine is running. Start the engine. Switch to high beam. Verify

that the high beam indicator comes on and that lamp brightness increases.

Taillight/Brakelight

Verify that the taillight and license plate light illuminate. Verify that the taillight lamps increase in brightness

when the front brake lever is applied and also when the rear brake pedal is applied.

Turn Signals

Move the turn signal switch to the left. Verify that front and rear left turn signals flash, as well as the

corresponding light on the indicator panel. Move the switch to the center position and push it inward to cancel

the signal. Verify that the signals and the indicator light stop flashing. Repeat the procedure for the right turn

signals.

Hazard Warning

Flashers

Press and hold the hazard warning flashers switch for 1-2 seconds to activate the hazard warning flashers.

Verify that all four turn signals flash, as well as the lamps on the indicator panel. Turn the hazard warning

flashers off. Verify that all signals and indicator lamps stop flashing.

Horn

Press the horn switch. Verify that the horn sounds loudly.

Neutral Indicator

Place the transmission in neutral. Verify that the neutral indicator lamp illuminates and that the letter “N”

displays in the gear position display.

Low Oil Pressure Display Start the engine. Verify that “LO OIL” is NOT displayed in the MFD.
Engine Stop/Run Switch Start the engine. Move the stop/run switch to the STOP position. Verify that the engine stops. Attempt to restart

the engine to verify that the engine WILL NOT start.