Polaris 2016 INDIAN Chief Classic - Manual (Page 80)

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Operation
Fueling
Always dismount the motorcycle and refuel on level ground
with the sidestand down. Review the fuel warnings. See
page 16. Use only the recommended fuel. See page 151.
Hold the nozzle while filling. Do not rest the weight of the
nozzle and hose on the filler neck. Do not leave the nozzle
unattended.
WARNING! Overflows or spilled gasoline could contact a hot
engine or exhaust system and cause a fire, which could result in
serious injury or death. Do not allow gasoline to contact hot
components.
WARNING! Always remove the fuel cap slowly and fill the fuel tank
slowly to prevent spillage. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Leave space in
the tank to allow for the fuel to expand.
1. Turn the fuel cap counter-clockwise to remove it.
2. Insert the fuel nozzle into the fuel tank filler neck. The
nozzle-stop at the bottom of the filler neck will prevent
over-insertion.
3. Add fuel to the tank until it touches the bottom edge of
the filler neck. The tank is full at this level.
4. Always securely install the fuel cap before remounting
the motorcycle. To tighten the cap, turn it clockwise until
the seal compresses onto the tank, then continue to
tighten until the cap ratchets several times.
NOTICE: Fuel can damage painted surfaces and plastic parts. If
gasoline spills on the any part of the motorcycle,
immediately rinse it off with water or wipe it dry with a
clean cloth.
Priming the Fuel System
If the motorcycle runs out of fuel, prime the fuel system
before attempting to restart the engine.
1. Fill the fuel tank.
2. Turn the power switch on.
3. Move the engine stop/run switch to the RUN position.
4. Allow the fuel pump to run until it stops (about 2
seconds).
5. Move the engine stop/run switch to the STOP position.
6. Repeat steps 3-5 four to five times.
7. Move the engine stop/run switch to the RUN position.
8. Start the engine. See page 79.
Fuel Cap
Ornamental Cap
(Do not remove)
DARK HORSE shown