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... latest product information at the time of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in English. Other languages are in this publication is expressly prohibited. Due to constant improvements in U.S.A. Printed in the design and quality of publication. Owner's Manual P/N 9923893 2013 550 IQ SHIFT / 550 IQ 136 / 550 IQ LXT 2 The original instructions...
... latest product information at the time of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in English. Other languages are in this publication is expressly prohibited. Due to constant improvements in U.S.A. Printed in the design and quality of publication. Owner's Manual P/N 9923893 2013 550 IQ SHIFT / 550 IQ 136 / 550 IQ LXT 2 The original instructions...
Owners Manual
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... times Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map Owner's Manual First Aid Kit Tool Kit Disabled Operators Safe operation of this rider-active vehicle requires good judgement and physical skills. If it isn't possible to : extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a means of other snowmobilers. Cargo Overload Too much weight on the rear...
... times Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map Owner's Manual First Aid Kit Tool Kit Disabled Operators Safe operation of this rider-active vehicle requires good judgement and physical skills. If it isn't possible to : extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a means of other snowmobilers. Cargo Overload Too much weight on the rear...
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... throttle with enough authority to drive. Maintenance Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 62 of the engine with the intake silencer or filter removed. Clutches Do not attempt to carry a load or a passenger. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is achieved by your body weight. Intake Silencer Do not operate the engine with the belt...
... throttle with enough authority to drive. Maintenance Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 62 of the engine with the intake silencer or filter removed. Clutches Do not attempt to carry a load or a passenger. Maneuverability While much control and maneuverability is achieved through the steering system and skis, maximum control is achieved by your body weight. Intake Silencer Do not operate the engine with the belt...
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..." passenger only. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator only. Do not sit on the rear of the tunnel: Stay clear of track. Entanglement with the track or a fall from seat back may result in severe injury or death. X 22 X "No Passenger" Warning Snowmobiles designed for an operator and one passenger have a warning decal on the lower right console. "NO PASSENGER" Passenger Warning Snowmobiles...
..." passenger only. WARNING This vehicle is designed for operator only. Do not sit on the rear of the tunnel: Stay clear of track. Entanglement with the track or a fall from seat back may result in severe injury or death. X 22 X "No Passenger" Warning Snowmobiles designed for an operator and one passenger have a warning decal on the lower right console. "NO PASSENGER" Passenger Warning Snowmobiles...
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...) reduce speed and allow extra space to turn or stop. • To maintain vehicle control on hard-packed snow, ice, or when crossing roads, steering and braking ability are greatly reduced. A passenger reduces your ability to control the vehicle. Make sure hood is latched. Oil injection system: Use unmixed fuel only. If manual is missing, contact a POLARIS dealer for you should have a proper balance of the throttle control assembly...
...) reduce speed and allow extra space to turn or stop. • To maintain vehicle control on hard-packed snow, ice, or when crossing roads, steering and braking ability are greatly reduced. A passenger reduces your ability to control the vehicle. Make sure hood is latched. Oil injection system: Use unmixed fuel only. If manual is missing, contact a POLARIS dealer for you should have a proper balance of the throttle control assembly...
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... lock will illuminate if the parking brake lever lock is set while the engine is in serious injury or death. PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS Before Starting the Engine Parking Brake Lever Lock Use the parking brake lever lock only when you want the machine to the unlock position. The brake light will return to remain stationary; If the parking brake light does not come on when the parking brake or service brake is running...
... lock will illuminate if the parking brake lever lock is set while the engine is in serious injury or death. PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS Before Starting the Engine Parking Brake Lever Lock Use the parking brake lever lock only when you want the machine to the unlock position. The brake light will return to remain stationary; If the parking brake light does not come on when the parking brake or service brake is running...
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SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Choke Engine Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All Half throttle or less All All All Tether Switch (accessory) Interrupts ignition circuit Break-In Period Engine Break-In No single action on fluid levels, lines, and all close -fitted engine parts. Drive with one pint of POLARIS injection oil for extended periods during the...
SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Choke Engine Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch WHAT IT DOES Interrupts ignition circuit Slows jackshaft Floods engine Interrupts ignition circuit Interrupts ignition circuit THROTTLE CONDITION All All Half throttle or less All All All Tether Switch (accessory) Interrupts ignition circuit Break-In Period Engine Break-In No single action on fluid levels, lines, and all close -fitted engine parts. Drive with one pint of POLARIS injection oil for extended periods during the...
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OPERATION Engine Stop Switch Push down on the engine stop switch (X) to idle. 3. A properly functioning switch must shut down the engine stop switch. Start the engine and allow it to ground out the ignition and stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to allow restarting. Pull the switch up to the ON position to the...
OPERATION Engine Stop Switch Push down on the engine stop switch (X) to idle. 3. A properly functioning switch must shut down the engine stop switch. Start the engine and allow it to ground out the ignition and stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to allow restarting. Pull the switch up to the ON position to the...
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... to the engine and drive system. Always remove the drive belt from the vehicle if force is not designed for this type of the snowmobile or other objects, resulting in the towed object. The front bumper is applied. If passengers are to be towed on the towed snowmobile to operate the brake and steering when necessary. Slow down to maintain control of contact...
... to the engine and drive system. Always remove the drive belt from the vehicle if force is not designed for this type of the snowmobile or other objects, resulting in the towed object. The front bumper is applied. If passengers are to be towed on the towed snowmobile to operate the brake and steering when necessary. Slow down to maintain control of contact...
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... the specified maintenance is equipped at the time of sale with a minimum octane level of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. You may maintain, replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on , you contact an authorized POLARIS dealer to either the right side of 87 (R+M)/2. Emission Control Maintenance Requirements Your snowmobile is permanently affixed to perform any service that may...
... the specified maintenance is equipped at the time of sale with a minimum octane level of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. You may maintain, replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on , you contact an authorized POLARIS dealer to either the right side of 87 (R+M)/2. Emission Control Maintenance Requirements Your snowmobile is permanently affixed to perform any service that may...
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... the headlight assembly. 2. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. Lift the rubber boot to the housing. 4. Remove the plenum covering from skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. Hold the bulb by its metal base and install it around the wire harness. 5. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring (1) to the bulb (3), with1 draw the bulb from the harness. 3 Headlight Bulb Installation 1. MAINTENANCE Lights...
... the headlight assembly. 2. Headlight Bulb Removal 1. Lift the rubber boot to the housing. 4. Remove the plenum covering from skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. Hold the bulb by its metal base and install it around the wire harness. 5. Reinstall the plenum covering on the spring (1) to the bulb (3), with1 draw the bulb from the harness. 3 Headlight Bulb Installation 1. MAINTENANCE Lights...
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... 98 SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ SHIFT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Clutch Type Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap Electric Fuel Gauge Electric Start Low Oil Light Parking Brake Speedometer Tachometer Main Jet Pilot Jet Jet Needle Needle Jet Cutaway Throttle Gap Under CA Fuel Screw...
... 98 SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ SHIFT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Clutch Type Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap Electric Fuel Gauge Electric Start Low Oil Light Parking Brake Speedometer Tachometer Main Jet Pilot Jet Jet Needle Needle Jet Cutaway Throttle Gap Under CA Fuel Screw...
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SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ SHIFT Carburetor Jetting *Shaded cells indicate factory settings. federal regulation 40 CFR 1051.115(d)(3) and is an acceptable alternative to +18 -35 270 260 250 240 230 220 210 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 #4 #4 #4 #4 ...45 #1 The carburetor jetting chart above is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 IQ SHIFT Clutching Chart ALTITUDE Meters (Feet) Drive Clutch Shift Weight Drive Clutch Spring Driven Clutch Spring Driven Helix Chaincase Gearing/ Pitch *Shaded cells indicate factory settings. 0-600 (0-2000) 600-1200 (2000-4000) 1200-1800 (4000-6000) ...
SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ SHIFT Carburetor Jetting *Shaded cells indicate factory settings. federal regulation 40 CFR 1051.115(d)(3) and is an acceptable alternative to +18 -35 270 260 250 240 230 220 210 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 #4 #4 #4 #4 ...45 #1 The carburetor jetting chart above is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 IQ SHIFT Clutching Chart ALTITUDE Meters (Feet) Drive Clutch Shift Weight Drive Clutch Spring Driven Clutch Spring Driven Helix Chaincase Gearing/ Pitch *Shaded cells indicate factory settings. 0-600 (0-2000) 600-1200 (2000-4000) 1200-1800 (4000-6000) ...
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...SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ 136 / 550 IQ LXT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Clutch Type Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap Electric Fuel Gauge Electric Start Low Oil Light Parking Brake Speedometer Tachometer Main Jet Pilot Jet Jet Needle Needle Jet Cutaway Throttle Gap Under CA Fuel...
...SPECIFICATIONS 550 IQ 136 / 550 IQ LXT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Clutch Type Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap Electric Fuel Gauge Electric Start Low Oil Light Parking Brake Speedometer Tachometer Main Jet Pilot Jet Jet Needle Needle Jet Cutaway Throttle Gap Under CA Fuel...
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... state. How to Obtain Warranty Service If your copy of the Warranty Registration form to repair POLARIS snowmobiles. If any type of extended warranty coverage as part of transportation to and from the dealer is needed. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may not be , but are not limited to: • Two-year extended engine coverage • Two-year...
... state. How to Obtain Warranty Service If your copy of the Warranty Registration form to repair POLARIS snowmobiles. If any type of extended warranty coverage as part of transportation to and from the dealer is needed. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may not be , but are not limited to: • Two-year extended engine coverage • Two-year...
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... in denial of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components 113 Should a failure occur during the warranty period resulting from warranty consideration if the failure was due to...
... in denial of a defect: Skis Tracks Suspension components Brake components Seat components Clutches and components Steering components Batteries Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps Idler wheels Ski wear rods Slide rails Finished and unfinished surfaces Carburetor/Throttle body components Engine components Drive belts Hydraulic components Circuit breakers/Fuses Electronic components 113 Should a failure occur during the warranty period resulting from warranty consideration if the failure was due to...
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... authorized to an authorized POLARIS dealer. This policy does not apply to Safety Bulletins. WARRANTY Exported Vehicles EXCEPT WHERE SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. How to Get Service In the Country where your vehicle to perform the warranty repair. 115
... authorized to an authorized POLARIS dealer. This policy does not apply to Safety Bulletins. WARRANTY Exported Vehicles EXCEPT WHERE SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WARRANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LOCATION. How to Get Service In the Country where your vehicle to perform the warranty repair. 115
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... vehicle. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this emissions-certified vehicle starts on the date the vehicle is the responsibility of the vehicle owner. This emissions limited warranty does not cover components whose failure increases the vehicle's regulated emissions, and it to fail to the POLARIS standard limited warranty for this warranty is first purchased and continues for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure...
... vehicle. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this emissions-certified vehicle starts on the date the vehicle is the responsibility of the vehicle owner. This emissions limited warranty does not cover components whose failure increases the vehicle's regulated emissions, and it to fail to the POLARIS standard limited warranty for this warranty is first purchased and continues for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure...
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INDEX A Accessories ...39 Adjustable Headlights ...27 Air Pollution ...5 Altitude Setting ...59 Avalanches...13 C Clutch System ...82-85 Clutching 550 IQ SHIFT ...99 550 IQ 136/LXT ...101 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...17 Controls and Linkage ...95 Coolant ...73 Cooling System ...73 Customer Service ...108 B Bearings ...96 Before Starting the Engine...41 Bleeding the Brake System ...79 Brake Components...77 Brake Fluid ...78 Brake Inspection ...77 Brake Lever Travel ...42, 77 Brake System Bleeding ...79 Brakelight Replacement...81 Brakes ...42...
INDEX A Accessories ...39 Adjustable Headlights ...27 Air Pollution ...5 Altitude Setting ...59 Avalanches...13 C Clutch System ...82-85 Clutching 550 IQ SHIFT ...99 550 IQ 136/LXT ...101 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...17 Controls and Linkage ...95 Coolant ...73 Cooling System ...73 Customer Service ...108 B Bearings ...96 Before Starting the Engine...41 Bleeding the Brake System ...79 Brake Components...77 Brake Fluid ...78 Brake Inspection ...77 Brake Lever Travel ...42, 77 Brake System Bleeding ...79 Brakelight Replacement...81 Brakes ...42...
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... ...51-52 Fuel Filter ...73 Fuel Lines ...73 Fuel Pump ...72 Fuel System Deicers ...52 Fuel Valve...52 M Maintenance ...17 Maintenance Interval Table ...63-65 Maintenance Log ...119-121 Maintenance Program...62 Maneuverability ...17 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise...5 G Grab Handle Adjustment ...27 O Oil...53 Oil Filter ...72 Oil Injection System...49 Oil Level...53 Oil Lines ...72 Oil Recommendations ...49 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety...6-20 H Handlebar Adjustments...Headlight Adjustment ...Headlight Bulb Installation ...Headlight Bulb Removal ...Hood Latches ...38 27...
... ...51-52 Fuel Filter ...73 Fuel Lines ...73 Fuel Pump ...72 Fuel System Deicers ...52 Fuel Valve...52 M Maintenance ...17 Maintenance Interval Table ...63-65 Maintenance Log ...119-121 Maintenance Program...62 Maneuverability ...17 N No Passenger Warning ...22 Noise...5 G Grab Handle Adjustment ...27 O Oil...53 Oil Filter ...72 Oil Injection System...49 Oil Level...53 Oil Lines ...72 Oil Recommendations ...49 Operation Warning ...23-24 Operator Safety...6-20 H Handlebar Adjustments...Headlight Adjustment ...Headlight Bulb Installation ...Headlight Bulb Removal ...Hood Latches ...38 27...