Owners Manual
Page 1
550 INDY 144 550 INDY LXT 144 550 INDY ADVENTURE 144 550 INDY ADVENTURE 155 550 INDY VOYAGEUR 144 550 INDY VOYAGEUR 155 Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
550 INDY 144 550 INDY LXT 144 550 INDY ADVENTURE 144 550 INDY ADVENTURE 155 550 INDY VOYAGEUR 144 550 INDY VOYAGEUR 155 Snowmobile Owner's Manual for Maintenance and Safety
Owners Manual
Page 13
... encounter. Always carry the owner's manual while riding. Do not exceed carrier and rack weight limits, and do not allow a passenger to : extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a means of this rider-active vehicle requires good judgement and physical skills. For added protection, purchase and carry the following items on a seat back or cargo carrier. Cargo...
... encounter. Always carry the owner's manual while riding. Do not exceed carrier and rack weight limits, and do not allow a passenger to : extra clothing, a sleeping bag, a flashlight, food and water, a signaling mirror, a means of this rider-active vehicle requires good judgement and physical skills. For added protection, purchase and carry the following items on a seat back or cargo carrier. Cargo...
Owners Manual
Page 14
... least two hours of to extra rider weight. 4. Perform the suspension adjustments required due to your own ability. See page 48. 7. Never carry more difficult with a passenger on models equipped with this vehicle. 2. Allow more time and distance for two riders. Control may be more than one passenger. 10. Driving With a Passenger 1. SAFETY Operator Safety Rider Capacity Some POLARIS snowmobiles are designed for a single rider...
... least two hours of to extra rider weight. 4. Perform the suspension adjustments required due to your own ability. See page 48. 7. Never carry more difficult with a passenger on models equipped with this vehicle. 2. Allow more time and distance for two riders. Control may be more than one passenger. 10. Driving With a Passenger 1. SAFETY Operator Safety Rider Capacity Some POLARIS snowmobiles are designed for a single rider...
Owners Manual
Page 22
... become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Allow even more distance when driving on the rider's body position for this kind of their protection, as well as yours, make sure they 've taken a snowmobile safety course and have been designed to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and reducing your vehicle. The seat and suspension of your back because...
... become dangerous if operators drive improperly. Allow even more distance when driving on the rider's body position for this kind of their protection, as well as yours, make sure they 've taken a snowmobile safety course and have been designed to oncoming traffic by dimming your headlights and reducing your vehicle. The seat and suspension of your back because...
Owners Manual
Page 43
THE PERFECT FIT Rear Suspension Adjustments Rear Track Shock Spring (144) Adjust the rear track shock spring per the chart below. REAR TRACK SHOCK SPRING (RTSS) SET-UP (Standard Spring) Measure spring length with suspension off the ground Rider Weight (including all riders, gear, cargo, & accessories) Lbs.
THE PERFECT FIT Rear Suspension Adjustments Rear Track Shock Spring (144) Adjust the rear track shock spring per the chart below. REAR TRACK SHOCK SPRING (RTSS) SET-UP (Standard Spring) Measure spring length with suspension off the ground Rider Weight (including all riders, gear, cargo, & accessories) Lbs.
Owners Manual
Page 58
See page 64 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. 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 56 OPERATION Emergency Stopping The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.
See page 64 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. 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 56 OPERATION Emergency Stopping The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.
Owners Manual
Page 66
... the seat. 2. Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to the normal closed position. Pull the switch up to the ON position to idle. 3. Hold the throttle lever pin stationary by your dealer. Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the illustration. 4. Apply a slight amount of an accident. WARNING! OPERATION Engine Stop Switch Push...
... the seat. 2. Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to the normal closed position. Pull the switch up to the ON position to idle. 3. Hold the throttle lever pin stationary by your dealer. Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the illustration. 4. Apply a slight amount of an accident. WARNING! OPERATION Engine Stop Switch Push...
Owners Manual
Page 70
... the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in place can easily collide with a rope. Remove the key and cover the snowmobile. OPERATION Daily Storage At the end of each ride, park the snowmobile on a level surface and support it isn't possible to use a tow hitch until you've read the following warnings...
... the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power and can result in place can easily collide with a rope. Remove the key and cover the snowmobile. OPERATION Daily Storage At the end of each ride, park the snowmobile on a level surface and support it isn't possible to use a tow hitch until you've read the following warnings...
Owners Manual
Page 71
... should review the limitations of your owner's manual. If your snowmobile is equipped with a check engine light and it comes on gasoline with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions information hangtag. You may maintain, replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on your snowmobile. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance...
... should review the limitations of your owner's manual. If your snowmobile is equipped with a check engine light and it comes on gasoline with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions information hangtag. You may maintain, replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on your snowmobile. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance...
Owners Manual
Page 75
... Rear Suspension Fasteners Steering Fasteners Cooling System Skags (Wear Bars) Ski Saddle/Spindle Bolts Steering Arm(s) Drive Chain Tension Hood and Side Panel Fasteners Rear Wheel Idler Bolts Idler Bolt Jam Nut Rear Suspension Pivot Shafts Handlebar Centering Tether Switch and Strap Track Alignment Track Tension Front Limiter Strap Rail Slide Condition Chaincase Oil --I I I I I I I I See your POLARIS dealer for a bolt torque inspection every 1000 miles (1600 km). Clean R - Replace L - Lubricate Bolt Torque Inspection To maintain proper chassis performance...
... Rear Suspension Fasteners Steering Fasteners Cooling System Skags (Wear Bars) Ski Saddle/Spindle Bolts Steering Arm(s) Drive Chain Tension Hood and Side Panel Fasteners Rear Wheel Idler Bolts Idler Bolt Jam Nut Rear Suspension Pivot Shafts Handlebar Centering Tether Switch and Strap Track Alignment Track Tension Front Limiter Strap Rail Slide Condition Chaincase Oil --I I I I I I I I See your POLARIS dealer for a bolt torque inspection every 1000 miles (1600 km). Clean R - Replace L - Lubricate Bolt Torque Inspection To maintain proper chassis performance...
Owners Manual
Page 89
..., replace the entire taillight assembly. 87 Oil from the back of the headlight. 3. Remove the hood. 2. Reinstall the connector to secure it counter-clockwise to remove the bulb. 4. Taillight/Brake Light Replacement The taillight assembly is not serviceable. Headlight Lamp Replacement 1. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn it . 5. Remove the wire harness connector from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the headlight. 6. MAINTENANCE Lights When servicing...
..., replace the entire taillight assembly. 87 Oil from the back of the headlight. 3. Remove the hood. 2. Reinstall the connector to secure it counter-clockwise to remove the bulb. 4. Taillight/Brake Light Replacement The taillight assembly is not serviceable. Headlight Lamp Replacement 1. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn it . 5. Remove the wire harness connector from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the headlight. 6. MAINTENANCE Lights When servicing...
Owners Manual
Page 98
... in . (3-6 cm) 2. MAINTENANCE Steering System Ski Alignment WARNING! Refer to the ski toe measurement table. Ski Toe Settings WARNING! See your POLARIS dealer. Ski Toe Measurement Table Model 550 INDY 144 550 INDY LXT 550 INDY Voyageur 550 INDY ADVENTURE 550 INDY Voyageur 155 550 INDY ADVENTURE 155 Skis Off Ground (Yes/No) Yes Difference Between X and Y Measurements 0-1/8 in. (0-3 mm) No 1/8-1/4 in a straight-ahead position. 96 If your model requires lifting the skis off...
... in . (3-6 cm) 2. MAINTENANCE Steering System Ski Alignment WARNING! Refer to the ski toe measurement table. Ski Toe Settings WARNING! See your POLARIS dealer. Ski Toe Measurement Table Model 550 INDY 144 550 INDY LXT 550 INDY Voyageur 550 INDY ADVENTURE 550 INDY Voyageur 155 550 INDY ADVENTURE 155 Skis Off Ground (Yes/No) Yes Difference Between X and Y Measurements 0-1/8 in. (0-3 mm) No 1/8-1/4 in a straight-ahead position. 96 If your model requires lifting the skis off...
Owners Manual
Page 108
N/A 1.5 Turns Fixed 2.5 106 SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Drive Clutch / Driven Clutch Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap PRO-RIDE 1 Rider (INDY 144/Voyageur) 2 Riders (Adventure/LXT) 11.5 ...
N/A 1.5 Turns Fixed 2.5 106 SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Fuel Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Drive Clutch / Driven Clutch Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap PRO-RIDE 1 Rider (INDY 144/Voyageur) 2 Riders (Adventure/LXT) 11.5 ...
Owners Manual
Page 109
... CFR 1051.115(d)(3) and is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT 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 (... #1 170 45 #1 160 45 #1 150 45 #1 140 45 #1 The carburetor jetting chart above is an acceptable alternative to the use of U.S.A. SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT Carburetor Jetting *Shaded cells indicate...
... CFR 1051.115(d)(3) and is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT 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 (... #1 170 45 #1 160 45 #1 150 45 #1 140 45 #1 The carburetor jetting chart above is an acceptable alternative to the use of U.S.A. SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY 144/Voyageur 144/Adventure 144/LXT Carburetor Jetting *Shaded cells indicate...
Owners Manual
Page 110
SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY Adventure 155/Voyageur 155 Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Drive Clutch / Driven Clutch Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap PRO-RIDE 1 Rider (Voyageur) 2 Riders (Adventure) 8.96 oz (265 ml) 11.5 gal. (43.5 l) 3.05 qts. (2.89 ...
SPECIFICATIONS 550 INDY Adventure 155/Voyageur 155 Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity Oil Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity Length Width Height Brake Type Drive Clutch Center Distance Drive Belt P/N Drive Clutch / Driven Clutch Reverse Transmission Engine Displacement Cylinders Bore x Stroke (mm) Alternator Output Carburetor/Throttle Body Carburetor Model Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Ignition Type Ignition Timing Spark Plug / Gap PRO-RIDE 1 Rider (Voyageur) 2 Riders (Adventure) 8.96 oz (265 ml) 11.5 gal. (43.5 l) 3.05 qts. (2.89 ...
Owners Manual
Page 122
... and notices regarding your country to perform the warranty repair. WARRANTY How to Obtain Warranty Service If your vehicle requires warranty service, you must take your product to continue your warranty coverage. If you purchase from a private party: If you purchase a POLARIS product from POLARIS in order to ensure that you receive safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. In the country where your...
... and notices regarding your country to perform the warranty repair. WARRANTY How to Obtain Warranty Service If your vehicle requires warranty service, you must take your product to continue your warranty coverage. If you purchase from a private party: If you purchase a POLARIS product from POLARIS in order to ensure that you receive safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. In the country where your...
Owners Manual
Page 124
... fail to the POLARIS standard Limited Warranty for a period of 200 hours of engine operation; 4,000 kilometers (2,485 miles) of systems if their failure does not increase the vehicle's regulated emissions. The warranty period for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure Relief Valves* Control Valves* Control Solenoids* Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms* Control Cables* Control Linkages* Purge Valves Vapor Hoses Liquid/Vapor Separator Carbon Canister Canister Mounting Brackets Carburetor...
... fail to the POLARIS standard Limited Warranty for a period of 200 hours of engine operation; 4,000 kilometers (2,485 miles) of systems if their failure does not increase the vehicle's regulated emissions. The warranty period for evaporative emissions Fuel Tank Fuel Cap Fuel Line Fuel Line Fittings Clamps* Pressure Relief Valves* Control Valves* Control Solenoids* Electronic Controls Vacuum Control Diaphragms* Control Cables* Control Linkages* Purge Valves Vapor Hoses Liquid/Vapor Separator Carbon Canister Canister Mounting Brackets Carburetor...
Owners Manual
Page 129
... 104 Clutching Chart 144 Models...107 155 Models...109 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...19 Controls and Linkage Care, Storage 104 Coolant ...80 Cooling System...80 Customer Service ...116 F Fasteners, Hood and Side Panel ...53 Fluid Change, Chaincase ...76 Fluid Level Brake Fluid...85 Chaincase ...76 Oil Bottle ...62 Front Suspension Adjustments . . 36-37 Fuel ...60 Fuel Filter ...80 Fuel Lines ...80 Fuel Premix (Initial Fill) ...57 Fuel Pump ...79 Fuel Recommendation ...60 Fuel System Deicers ...61 Fuel Valve...61 Fuel Warnings...60...
... 104 Clutching Chart 144 Models...107 155 Models...109 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...19 Controls and Linkage Care, Storage 104 Coolant ...80 Cooling System...80 Customer Service ...116 F Fasteners, Hood and Side Panel ...53 Fluid Change, Chaincase ...76 Fluid Level Brake Fluid...85 Chaincase ...76 Oil Bottle ...62 Front Suspension Adjustments . . 36-37 Fuel ...60 Fuel Filter ...80 Fuel Lines ...80 Fuel Premix (Initial Fill) ...57 Fuel Pump ...79 Fuel Recommendation ...60 Fuel System Deicers ...61 Fuel Valve...61 Fuel Warnings...60...
Owners Manual
Page 130
... Snow Conditions ...17 Independent Front Suspension...36 Indicator Lamps ...33 Inspection, Pre-Ride ...48 Instrument Cluster ...32-35 Intake Filters ...79 Intake Silencer ...19 P Parking Brake Lever Lock...52 Passenger Grab Handle ...30 Passenger Seat Installation ...28 Passenger Seat Removal ...29 Passenger Warning ...23 Polaris Products and Part Numbers . 110 Preload, IFS Shock Spring...37 Pre-Ride Checklist...48 Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection ...49 R Rail Slide Wear ...99 Rear Suspension Adjustments ...38-43 Rear Track Shock Spring (144...
... Snow Conditions ...17 Independent Front Suspension...36 Indicator Lamps ...33 Inspection, Pre-Ride ...48 Instrument Cluster ...32-35 Intake Filters ...79 Intake Silencer ...19 P Parking Brake Lever Lock...52 Passenger Grab Handle ...30 Passenger Seat Installation ...28 Passenger Seat Removal ...29 Passenger Warning ...23 Polaris Products and Part Numbers . 110 Preload, IFS Shock Spring...37 Pre-Ride Checklist...48 Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection ...49 R Rail Slide Wear ...99 Rear Suspension Adjustments ...38-43 Rear Track Shock Spring (144...
Owners Manual
Page 131
... Track Cooling ...59 Snow Conditions...17 Spark Plug...78 Spark Plug Condition ...78 Spark Plug Recommendations ...77 Spark Plugs ...77-78 Specifications 144 Models...106-107 155 Models...108-109 Speed...15 Speedometer ...32 Spring Preload, Rear (155) ...42 Spring Preload, IFS Shock ...37 Starting the Engine ...55 Steering Inspection ...95 Steering System ...95-99 Steering System Inspection...53 Stopping, Emergency ...56 Storage Procedures ...103-105 Storage, Cargo ...30 Storage, Daily ...68 Survival Preparation ...11 Suspension...
... Track Cooling ...59 Snow Conditions...17 Spark Plug...78 Spark Plug Condition ...78 Spark Plug Recommendations ...77 Spark Plugs ...77-78 Specifications 144 Models...106-107 155 Models...108-109 Speed...15 Speedometer ...32 Spring Preload, Rear (155) ...42 Spring Preload, IFS Shock ...37 Starting the Engine ...55 Steering Inspection ...95 Steering System ...95-99 Steering System Inspection...53 Stopping, Emergency ...56 Storage Procedures ...103-105 Storage, Cargo ...30 Storage, Daily ...68 Survival Preparation ...11 Suspension...