Owners Manual
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... the key from the ignition when you leave the snowmobile unattended. 25 Check to see if they take a snowmobile safety course. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. The seat and suspension of your snowmobile have an operator's certificate. Allow even more distance when driving on slippery surfaces or when driving in executing turns, traversing hills, etc. Drive defensively...
... the key from the ignition when you leave the snowmobile unattended. 25 Check to see if they take a snowmobile safety course. Jumping may become dangerous if operators drive improperly. The seat and suspension of your snowmobile have an operator's certificate. Allow even more distance when driving on slippery surfaces or when driving in executing turns, traversing hills, etc. Drive defensively...
Owners Manual
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... PASSENGER FUEL RECOMMENDED: 91+ OCTANE WITHOUT ETHANOL FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE SEE DECAL ON LEFT HAND SIDE PANEL FOR PROPER GAUGE SETTING. Flashing light on dash indicates reverse operation. • Push button again to return to reverse. If electric reverse: • Machine stopped and engine at idle, push yellow button on the lower console: WARNING Reverse operation, even at low speeds, can cause loss of control...
... PASSENGER FUEL RECOMMENDED: 91+ OCTANE WITHOUT ETHANOL FOR MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE SEE DECAL ON LEFT HAND SIDE PANEL FOR PROPER GAUGE SETTING. Flashing light on dash indicates reverse operation. • Push button again to return to reverse. If electric reverse: • Machine stopped and engine at idle, push yellow button on the lower console: WARNING Reverse operation, even at low speeds, can cause loss of control...
Owners Manual
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... with electric start, turn the key to START to draw a small amount of inactivity, but turn off after using the engine stop the engine, the IDD remains active. OFF RUN START Vehicle / IDD power off or when the engine is turned off Vehicle / IDD power on a battery while the engine is running, but a battery (if installed) supplies a constant power source when the engine is transitioning between forward and reverse operation. FEATURES Ignition Switch The ignition switch has...
... with electric start, turn the key to START to draw a small amount of inactivity, but turn off after using the engine stop the engine, the IDD remains active. OFF RUN START Vehicle / IDD power off or when the engine is turned off Vehicle / IDD power on a battery while the engine is running, but a battery (if installed) supplies a constant power source when the engine is transitioning between forward and reverse operation. FEATURES Ignition Switch The ignition switch has...
Owners Manual
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... the floor to lower the beam. Start the engine. Move the headlight switch to raise the beam. 37 Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to high beam. 5. Place the rider or the approximate weight of the rider on the wall. Observe the headlight aim Raise on the seat or tunnel floorboards. 3. Lower 6. Turn the adjuster knob clockwise to the center of the headlight beam should...
... the floor to lower the beam. Start the engine. Move the headlight switch to raise the beam. 37 Turn the adjuster counter-clockwise to high beam. 5. Place the rider or the approximate weight of the rider on the wall. Observe the headlight aim Raise on the seat or tunnel floorboards. 3. Lower 6. Turn the adjuster knob clockwise to the center of the headlight beam should...
Owners Manual
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... quality fuel Incorrect ethanol/non-ethanol fuel resistor installed Low fuel/no fuel in tank Water in fuel Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock Alcohol-based fuel additive used with Ethanol fuel Improper engine modifications Solution Replace with recommended fuel See your POLARIS dealer for service Do not add deicers or additives that contain any form of severe detonation are outlined in the troubleshooting table below. FEATURES Detonation...
... quality fuel Incorrect ethanol/non-ethanol fuel resistor installed Low fuel/no fuel in tank Water in fuel Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock Alcohol-based fuel additive used with Ethanol fuel Improper engine modifications Solution Replace with recommended fuel See your POLARIS dealer for service Do not add deicers or additives that contain any form of severe detonation are outlined in the troubleshooting table below. FEATURES Detonation...
Owners Manual
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...as they interfere with suspension off the ground) Rider Weight Model Factory Installed Length Minimum Installed Length For Factory-Installed Springs < 160 lbs. < 73 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK 160-220 lbs 73-100 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK 220-280 lbs. 100-127 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK...-154 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK *Factory Setting For Optional 250 lb./in. Stiff Springs (see your model is equipped with a remote reservoir rear track shock or damage will occur. THE PERFECT FIT Suspension Quick Set-Up Guide Rear Track Shock Spring Settings NOTICE: Do not install accessory bogie wheels on the ...
...as they interfere with suspension off the ground) Rider Weight Model Factory Installed Length Minimum Installed Length For Factory-Installed Springs < 160 lbs. < 73 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK 160-220 lbs 73-100 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK 220-280 lbs. 100-127 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK...-154 kg SKS/PRO-RMK ASSAULT RMK *Factory Setting For Optional 250 lb./in. Stiff Springs (see your model is equipped with a remote reservoir rear track shock or damage will occur. THE PERFECT FIT Suspension Quick Set-Up Guide Rear Track Shock Spring Settings NOTICE: Do not install accessory bogie wheels on the ...
Owners Manual
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..., park the snowmobile on the towed snowmobile to the engine and drive system. If the snowmobile becomes inoperable and must be suspended approximately 4 inches (10 cm) off the ground. The track should be towed, and if it at the rear with this snowmobile. Towing NOTICE: This snowmobile is not designed for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch. SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Engine...
..., park the snowmobile on the towed snowmobile to the engine and drive system. If the snowmobile becomes inoperable and must be suspended approximately 4 inches (10 cm) off the ground. The track should be towed, and if it at the rear with this snowmobile. Towing NOTICE: This snowmobile is not designed for more information about the engine stop switch and throttle safety switch. SYSTEM Ignition Switch Brake Engine...
Owners Manual
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..., replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on your qualified service technician. Reverse (if equipped) must take your use in the Service Manual, which is certified to perform any service that the specified maintenance is equipped at the time of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. You are responsible for diagnostic service. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. You may remove the factory-installed...
..., replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on your qualified service technician. Reverse (if equipped) must take your use in the Service Manual, which is certified to perform any service that the specified maintenance is equipped at the time of the tunnel or the engine recoil cover. You are responsible for diagnostic service. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. You may remove the factory-installed...
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... wires that lead to the item listed in the chart to the electronic control unit is shorted to ground between the electronic control unit and the item listed in the chart are shorted together, or the item has shorted internally. Diagnostic Codes Component Throttle Position Sensor Condition Voltage Too High Voltage Too Low Abnormal Rate of Change Vehicle Speed Sensor Intake Air Temperature Sensor Barometric Pressure Sensor Engine Temperature Sensor...
... wires that lead to the item listed in the chart to the electronic control unit is shorted to ground between the electronic control unit and the item listed in the chart are shorted together, or the item has shorted internally. Diagnostic Codes Component Throttle Position Sensor Condition Voltage Too High Voltage Too Low Abnormal Rate of Change Vehicle Speed Sensor Intake Air Temperature Sensor Barometric Pressure Sensor Engine Temperature Sensor...
Owners Manual
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... rating. Never replace a fuse with electric start have a battery/electric start wiring harness. The 2 amp constant power fuse is blown, inspect the constant power circuit. If an LED fails to the IDD and GPS puck. This fuse protects KEY ON power at the ignition switch. Repair or replace any damaged components before replacing the fuse. 121 MAINTENANCE Lights The headlight and taillight assemblies feature LED elements and are located in the protective bag above the clutch cover. KEY ON power supplies battery...
... rating. Never replace a fuse with electric start have a battery/electric start wiring harness. The 2 amp constant power fuse is blown, inspect the constant power circuit. If an LED fails to the IDD and GPS puck. This fuse protects KEY ON power at the ignition switch. Repair or replace any damaged components before replacing the fuse. 121 MAINTENANCE Lights The headlight and taillight assemblies feature LED elements and are located in the protective bag above the clutch cover. KEY ON power supplies battery...
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..., and hot exhaust parts. Clutch and Drive System Remove the drive belt and store in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on the container. Be sure the fuel cap and oil cap are installed correctly. 2. Follow the engine fogging instructions provided on page 99. See your dealer. Always add Carbon Clean or a fuel conditioner/stabilizer to get additives through the entire fuel system. MAINTENANCE Extended Storage Controls and Linkage...
..., and hot exhaust parts. Clutch and Drive System Remove the drive belt and store in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on the container. Be sure the fuel cap and oil cap are installed correctly. 2. Follow the engine fogging instructions provided on page 99. See your dealer. Always add Carbon Clean or a fuel conditioner/stabilizer to get additives through the entire fuel system. MAINTENANCE Extended Storage Controls and Linkage...
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SPECIFICATIONS 800 SKS Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity (oz./ml) Oil Capacity (qts./l) Height Length Designed Width 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 Throttle Body Oil Injection Recommended Engine Oil Throttle Body Bore Size Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Thermostat Opening Temp. Ignition Type Spark Plug / Gap Recommended Fuel Octane AXYS 1 5.3 qts. (5.0 ...
SPECIFICATIONS 800 SKS Capacities and Dimensions Body Style Rider Capacity Coolant Capacity Chaincase Oil Capacity Fuel Tank Capacity Gearcase Oil Capacity (oz./ml) Oil Capacity (qts./l) Height Length Designed Width 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 Throttle Body Oil Injection Recommended Engine Oil Throttle Body Bore Size Idle RPM Rated Operating RPM Cooling Thermostat Opening Temp. Ignition Type Spark Plug / Gap Recommended Fuel Octane AXYS 1 5.3 qts. (5.0 ...
Owners Manual
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... the fuel line, filter or pump. If engine still fails to start Poor fuel Not enough fuel getting to engine Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock Incorrect clutching Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to engine Poor engine compression Engine lacks power Fouled or defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of high RPM power) Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock • Replace with fresh winter fuel. •...
... the fuel line, filter or pump. If engine still fails to start Poor fuel Not enough fuel getting to engine Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock Incorrect clutching Engine continually backfires Faulty plug(s) Fuel System Incorrect throttle freeplay or faulty switch Engine requires more than normal pulls to engine Poor engine compression Engine lacks power Fouled or defective spark plug(s) Fuel filter (loss of high RPM power) Plugged fuel filter or tank pick-up sock • Replace with fresh winter fuel. •...
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... DEALER. 152 TROUBLESHOOTING Drive System Troubleshooting Problem Machine fails to the ground. • Chain is loose or broken or chain tightener is loose. Ratcheting or jerky drive-away from slow speed Noise in drive system Harsh drive clutch engagement Drive belt turns over Chaincase sprocket or chain jammed or broken Sheared teeth on QUICKDRIVE belt Broken QUICKDRIVE belt Sheared teeth on QUICKDRIVE belt Drive belt surface flat spots Broken drive clutch components Bearing failure/ chaincase...
... DEALER. 152 TROUBLESHOOTING Drive System Troubleshooting Problem Machine fails to the ground. • Chain is loose or broken or chain tightener is loose. Ratcheting or jerky drive-away from slow speed Noise in drive system Harsh drive clutch engagement Drive belt turns over Chaincase sprocket or chain jammed or broken Sheared teeth on QUICKDRIVE belt Broken QUICKDRIVE belt Sheared teeth on QUICKDRIVE belt Drive belt surface flat spots Broken drive clutch components Bearing failure/ chaincase...
Owners Manual
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... understand the service data and the POLARIS warranty information contained in this manual. Length of time and conditions of trouble experienced 6. Contact your snowmobile and its engine. Date of your POLARIS dealer for replacement parts, service or warranty. POLARIS Customer Service United States & Canada: 1-800-POLARIS (1-800-765-2747) French: 1-800-268-6334 155 Dealer name 4. Previous correspondence Use the page provided near the front of your owner's manual to...
... understand the service data and the POLARIS warranty information contained in this manual. Length of time and conditions of trouble experienced 6. Contact your snowmobile and its engine. Date of your POLARIS dealer for replacement parts, service or warranty. POLARIS Customer Service United States & Canada: 1-800-POLARIS (1-800-765-2747) French: 1-800-268-6334 155 Dealer name 4. Previous correspondence Use the page provided near the front of your owner's manual to...
Owners Manual
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...safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. however, you may be authorized to the dealer. (THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.) POLARIS suggests that you use any authorized POLARIS dealer that sells the same line as proof of your move to continue your warranty coverage and to perform warranty service... traveling temporarily outside of the Warranty Registration Form to perform the warranty repair. If you purchase from a private party: If you purchase a POLARIS product from any POLARIS Servicing Dealer to ensure that you receive...
...safety information and notices regarding your vehicle. however, you may be authorized to the dealer. (THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.) POLARIS suggests that you use any authorized POLARIS dealer that sells the same line as proof of your move to continue your warranty coverage and to perform warranty service... traveling temporarily outside of the Warranty Registration Form to perform the warranty repair. If you purchase from a private party: If you purchase a POLARIS product from any POLARIS Servicing Dealer to ensure that you receive...
Owners Manual
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... 200 hours of engine operation; 4,000 kilometers (2,485 miles) of the vehicle owner. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this emissions-certified vehicle starts on the date the vehicle is the responsibility of vehicle travel; For exhaust emissions, emission-related components include any engine parts related to the following systems: • Air-induction system • Fuel system • Ignition system • Exhaust gas recirculation systems The...
... 200 hours of engine operation; 4,000 kilometers (2,485 miles) of the vehicle owner. Repairing or replacing other components not covered by this emissions-certified vehicle starts on the date the vehicle is the responsibility of vehicle travel; For exhaust emissions, emission-related components include any engine parts related to the following systems: • Air-induction system • Fuel system • Ignition system • Exhaust gas recirculation systems The...
Owners Manual
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... ASSAULT...145 800 SKS ...147 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...24 Constant Power Fuse ...121 Controls and Linkage, Storage ...141 Coolant ...113 Coolant Level ...113 Cooling System...113-115 Cooling System, Bleeding ...114-115 Customer Service ...155 F Fasteners, Hood and Side Panel ...81 Fluid Change, Chaincase ...107-109 Fluid Level Brake Fluid...119 Chaincase ...106 Coolant...113 Front (IFS) Shock Adjustments ...68 Front Suspension Inspection...131 Front Track Shock Spring Settings. . 69 Fuel ...89 Fuel Filter ...112 165
... ASSAULT...145 800 SKS ...147 Cold Weather Drive-Away ...24 Constant Power Fuse ...121 Controls and Linkage, Storage ...141 Coolant ...113 Coolant Level ...113 Cooling System...113-115 Cooling System, Bleeding ...114-115 Customer Service ...155 F Fasteners, Hood and Side Panel ...81 Fluid Change, Chaincase ...107-109 Fluid Level Brake Fluid...119 Chaincase ...106 Coolant...113 Front (IFS) Shock Adjustments ...68 Front Suspension Inspection...131 Front Track Shock Spring Settings. . 69 Fuel ...89 Fuel Filter ...112 165
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... Fuel Pump ...112 Fuel Recommendation ...89 Fuel System Deicers ...90 Fuel Type Selection ...43 Fuel Warnings ...89 Fuse Replacement ...121 N Noise ...6 O Odometer/Engine Hour Display ...53 Oil Change, Chaincase ...107-109 Oil Injection System ...86 Oil Level, Chaincase ...106 Oil Level, Injection ...91 Oil Lines ...112 Oil Pump Failure Protection ...45 Oil Recommendations ...85 Operating in Deep Snow ...22 Operation Warning ...31 Operator Safety ...8-26 Overheating, Engine ...46-47 H Hand Control Alignment Stop Switch ...74 Throttle ...73...
... Fuel Pump ...112 Fuel Recommendation ...89 Fuel System Deicers ...90 Fuel Type Selection ...43 Fuel Warnings ...89 Fuse Replacement ...121 N Noise ...6 O Odometer/Engine Hour Display ...53 Oil Change, Chaincase ...107-109 Oil Injection System ...86 Oil Level, Chaincase ...106 Oil Level, Injection ...91 Oil Lines ...112 Oil Pump Failure Protection ...45 Oil Recommendations ...85 Operating in Deep Snow ...22 Operation Warning ...31 Operator Safety ...8-26 Overheating, Engine ...46-47 H Hand Control Alignment Stop Switch ...74 Throttle ...73...
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... Signal Words...8 Skags, Carbide ...75 Ski Alignment ...132 Ski Skags...133 Slide Rail and Track Cooling ...88 Snow Conditions...22 Spark Plug Condition ...111 Spark Plug Inspection ...111 Spark Plug Recommendations ...110 Spark Plugs ...110-111 Specifications 600 PRO-RMK 155 ...142-143 800 PRO-RMK 155/163 . . 144-145 800 RMK ASSAULT...144-145 800 SKS ...146-147 Speed...12 Speed Display ...52 Standard/Metric Display ...54 Starting the Engine...
... Signal Words...8 Skags, Carbide ...75 Ski Alignment ...132 Ski Skags...133 Slide Rail and Track Cooling ...88 Snow Conditions...22 Spark Plug Condition ...111 Spark Plug Inspection ...111 Spark Plug Recommendations ...110 Spark Plugs ...110-111 Specifications 600 PRO-RMK 155 ...142-143 800 PRO-RMK 155/163 . . 144-145 800 RMK ASSAULT...144-145 800 SKS ...146-147 Speed...12 Speed Display ...52 Standard/Metric Display ...54 Starting the Engine...