The break-in period
for your new POLARIS vehicle is the first 25 hours of operation, or
the time it takes to use the first
two tanks full of gasoline. Clutch and drive belt break-in
periods vary depending on operating conditions.
No single action on
your part is as important as a proper break-in period. Careful treatment
of a new engine and drive components
will result in more efficient performance and longer
life for these components. Perform the following procedures carefully.
| NOTICE |
| Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of operation
will damage close-fitted engine parts and drive components.
Do not operate at full throttle
or high speeds during the first three hours of use.
Use of any improper oils may cause serious engine
damage. POLARIS Premium 4 Synthetic Oil is specifically formulated
for your
4-cycle engine |
Engine and Drivetrain
Break-in
- Fill the fuel tank
with the recommended fuel. See Refueling. Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
- Check the oil level.
See the Oil Check section for details. Add the recommended oil as
needed to maintain the oil level in
the safe operating range.
- Complete the New
Operator Driving Procedures outlined on New
Operator Driving Procedures.
- Avoid aggressive
use of the brakes.
- Vary throttle positions.
Do not operate at sustained idle.
- Perform regular checks
on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride
inspection checklist. See the Pre-Ride
Inspection section for details.
- Carry only light
loads.
- During the break-in
period, change both the oil and the filter at 25 hours or one month.
- Check fluid levels
of transmission and all gearcases after the first 25 hours of operation
and every 100 hours thereafter.
Brake System Break-in
Apply only moderate
braking force for the first 50 stops. Aggressive or overly forceful
braking when the brake system is new
could damage brake pads and rotors.
PVT Break-in (Clutches
/ Belt)
A proper break-in
of the clutches and drive belt will ensure a longer life and better
performance. If a belt fails, always
clean any debris from the duct and from the engine
compartment.
Standard Break-in
Drive at slower
speeds for the first 50 miles (80 km) of operation. Carry only light
loads. Avoid aggressive acceleration,
high-speed operation and prolonged operation at
a specific RPM during this period.
Sand / Dune / Mud Break-in
Drive in low gear
for the first 5 miles (8 km) of operation. Avoid prolonged low speed
operation at high throttle. Avoid aggressive
acceleration, high-speed operation and prolonged
operation at a specific RPM during this period.
