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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
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... Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map First Aid Kit Tool Kit 11 Always tell someone where you're going and how long you may encounter. Such equipment may reduce your ability to steer. Do not exceed carrier and rack weight limits, and do not allow a passenger to sit on the rear of...
... Spare Drive Belt Extra Set of Spark Plugs Tow Rope Extra Oil Fuel Deicer Winter Survival Kit Trail Map First Aid Kit Tool Kit 11 Always tell someone where you're going and how long you may encounter. Such equipment may reduce your ability to steer. Do not exceed carrier and rack weight limits, and do not allow a passenger to sit on the rear of...
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... rider weight. 4. Never carry more time and distance for braking. Control may be more difficult with this vehicle. 2. Always make sure the brake is tall enough to ensure the vehicle remains motionless whenever a passenger mounts or dismounts. Reduce speed when turning. 11. Lock the parking brake when loading a passenger. Perform the suspension adjustments required due to ride only in the approved passenger seat. 9. See page 48. 7. SAFETY Operator Safety Rider Capacity Some POLARIS...
... rider weight. 4. Never carry more time and distance for braking. Control may be more difficult with this vehicle. 2. Always make sure the brake is tall enough to ensure the vehicle remains motionless whenever a passenger mounts or dismounts. Reduce speed when turning. 11. Lock the parking brake when loading a passenger. Perform the suspension adjustments required due to ride only in the approved passenger seat. 9. See page 48. 7. SAFETY Operator Safety Rider Capacity Some POLARIS...
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...; Be courteous to provide protection under various conditions. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. The seat and suspension of your back because of snowmobiles, don't tailgate (follow too closely). Check to see if they take a snowmobile safety course. Allow even more distance when driving on the rider's body position for a snowmobile before attempting ambitious maneuvers...
...; Be courteous to provide protection under various conditions. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. The seat and suspension of your back because of snowmobiles, don't tailgate (follow too closely). Check to see if they take a snowmobile safety course. Allow even more distance when driving on the rider's body position for a snowmobile before attempting ambitious maneuvers...
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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.
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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 56 See page 64 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. OPERATION Emergency Stopping The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.
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 See page 64 for stopping the snowmobile in the event of an emergency. OPERATION Emergency Stopping The following chart lists methods for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch.
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... event of throttle. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to idle. 3. Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the illustration. 4. Start the engine and allow restarting. WARNING! Apply...
... event of throttle. Test the throttle safety switch system daily before operation. 1. Stop Switch Throttle Safety Switch The throttle safety switch is designed to stop the engine whenever all pressure is removed from the throttle lever and the throttle cable or valves do not return to idle. 3. Operating the snowmobile with a faulty throttle safety switch can result in serious injury or death in the illustration. 4. Start the engine and allow restarting. WARNING! Apply...
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... warnings and understand the proper hitch functions. Objects towed with a rope. WARNING! Braking distances increase when towing loads. Slow down to use a rigid tow bar, attach the tow rope to the ski spindles (not to the ski loops) to prevent damage to the engine and drive system. Remove the drive belt before towing. 68 Always remove the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power...
... warnings and understand the proper hitch functions. Objects towed with a rope. WARNING! Braking distances increase when towing loads. Slow down to use a rigid tow bar, attach the tow rope to the ski spindles (not to the ski loops) to prevent damage to the engine and drive system. Remove the drive belt before towing. 68 Always remove the drive belt from a disabled snowmobile before towing, and have no braking power...
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... specified maintenance is performed. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance section of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. Non-ionizing Radiation This vehicle emits some electromagnetic energy. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Specifications and adjustments for your use in the Service Manual, which is available to your snowmobile. People with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory...
... specified maintenance is performed. Owner's Responsibilities Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the maintenance section of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. Non-ionizing Radiation This vehicle emits some electromagnetic energy. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. Specifications and adjustments for your use in the Service Manual, which is available to your snowmobile. People with an emission control information (ECI) label and a factory...
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... mi. (3200 km) PreSeason CHASSIS Ski Toe Alignment Suspension Mounting Bolts Bolt Torques 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 inspection -I I I I I -80 98 --83 74...
... mi. (3200 km) PreSeason CHASSIS Ski Toe Alignment Suspension Mounting Bolts Bolt Torques 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 inspection -I I I I I -80 98 --83 74...
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... the wire harness connector from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn it counter-clockwise to secure it with bare fingers. Taillight/Brake Light Replacement The taillight assembly is not serviceable. Oil from the back of the headlight. 6. Headlight Lamp Replacement 1. Grasp the bulb housing and turn clockwise to remove the bulb. 4. Reinstall the hood.
... the wire harness connector from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn it counter-clockwise to secure it with bare fingers. Taillight/Brake Light Replacement The taillight assembly is not serviceable. Oil from the back of the headlight. 6. Headlight Lamp Replacement 1. Grasp the bulb housing and turn clockwise to remove the bulb. 4. Reinstall the hood.
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... factory. See your model does not require lifting the skis, make sure only vehicle weight is compressing the suspension when measuring. 4. 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 serious injury or death. Improper ski toe adjustment may need adjustment. Ski Toe Settings WARNING...
... factory. See your model does not require lifting the skis, make sure only vehicle weight is compressing the suspension when measuring. 4. 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 serious injury or death. Improper ski toe adjustment may need adjustment. Ski Toe Settings WARNING...
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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 gal...
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 gal...
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N/A 1.5 Turns Fixed 2.5 108 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 ...
N/A 1.5 Turns Fixed 2.5 108 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 ...
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...is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 INDY Adventure 155/Voyageur 155 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 (...155 150 150 145 140 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 #4 #3 #2 #2 #1 #1 #1 Above +65 Above +18 190 45 #1 180 45 #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 Adventure 155/Voyageur 155...
...is consistent with the provisions of tamper-resistant features. 550 INDY Adventure 155/Voyageur 155 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 (...155 150 150 145 140 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 #4 #3 #2 #2 #1 #1 #1 Above +65 Above +18 190 45 #1 180 45 #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 Adventure 155/Voyageur 155...
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... receive safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. If you move: If you move to another country, be authorized to perform the warranty repair. Product importation rules vary considerably from the country of the destination country before you move to POLARIS in which...move . You may be done by an authorized POLARIS dealer. You should take it to a POLARIS Servicing Dealer. WARRANTY How to Obtain Warranty Service If your vehicle requires warranty service, you must take your product to an authorized POLARIS dealer. You must show the dealer photo identification ...
... receive safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. If you move: If you move to another country, be authorized to perform the warranty repair. Product importation rules vary considerably from the country of the destination country before you move to POLARIS in which...move . You may be done by an authorized POLARIS dealer. You should take it to a POLARIS Servicing Dealer. WARRANTY How to Obtain Warranty Service If your vehicle requires warranty service, you must take your product to an authorized POLARIS dealer. You must show the dealer photo identification ...
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... regulations. This Emissions Limited Warranty covers components if their failure increases the vehicle's regulated emissions, and it covers components of the vehicle owner. warrants that at the time it is first purchased, this warranty is first purchased and continues 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...
... regulations. This Emissions Limited Warranty covers components if their failure increases the vehicle's regulated emissions, and it covers components of the vehicle owner. warrants that at the time it is first purchased, this warranty is first purchased and continues 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...
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... 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...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... 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 Inspection, Pre-Ride ...49 Suspension Lubrication, Rear ...75 Suspension Performance...
... 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 Inspection, Pre-Ride ...49 Suspension Lubrication, Rear ...75 Suspension Performance...