Content Source: 2020 GENERAL 4 1000 Owner’s Manual (9929902 R3) > Maintenance Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Maintenance Chart Key

Symbol Description
XU

Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.

D

Have an authorized POLARIS dealer or other qualified person perform these services.

WARNING
Improperly performing the procedures marked with a D could result in component failure and lead to serious injury or death. Have an authorized POLARIS dealer or other qualified person perform these services.
Perform all services at whichever maintenance interval is reached first. Record maintenance and service in the Maintenance Log.
Item Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first)
Remarks
Hours CLNDR Miles (KM)
Steering - Pre-Ride - Make adjustments as needed. See the steps in the Pre-Ride Checklist section.
  Front-suspension - Pre-Ride -
Rear-suspension - Pre-Ride -
Tires - Pre-Ride -
Brake fluid level - Pre-Ride -
Brake pedal travel - Pre-Ride -
  Brake systems - Pre-Ride -
  Wheels /fasteners - Pre-Ride -
  Frame fasteners - Pre-Ride -
  Engine Oil Level - Pre-Ride -
  PVT intake screen - Daily - Inspect; clean often
  Coolant - Daily - Check level
XU Power steering unit (if equipped) - Daily - Inspect daily; clean often
  Head lamp / tail lamp - Daily - Verify proper operation
XU Air filter - Weekly - Inspect; replace as needed
XU
D
Brake pad wear 10 H Monthly 100 (160) Inspect periodically
  Battery 25 H Monthly 200 (320) Check terminals; clean; test
  Fuel System 25 H Monthly 200 (320) Inspect; cycle key to pressurize fuel pump; check lines and fittings for leaks and abrasion
XU Demand drive fluid (extreme use) 25 H Monthly - Change fluid every 25 hours if ADC is subjected to extreme use. See the Front Gearcase section for details.
XU Demand drive fluid (front gearcase) (if equipped) 25 H Monthly - Perform a break-in oil level check
XU Transmission oil 25 H Monthly - Perform a break-in oil level check
XU Engine oil change
(break-in)
25 H - 500 (800) Perform a break-in oil change
XU General lubrication 50 H 3 M 500 (800) Lubricate all fittings, pivots, cables, etc.
  Shift Linkage 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect, lubricate, adjust
D Steering 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Lubricate
XU Front and Rear Stabilizer Bars 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Lubricate
D Throttle Pedal 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect for free movement; replace pedal as needed
  Throttle body air intake ducts/flange 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect ducts for proper sealing/air leaks
  Drive belt 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect; adjust; replace as needed
  Cooling system (if applicable) 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect coolant strength seasonally; pressure test system yearly
XU Radiator (if applicable) 50 H 6 M 500 (800) Inspect; clean external surfaces
XU Oil lines and fasteners 50 H 6 M 1000 (1600) Inspect for leaks and loose fittings
XU Engine oil and filter change 100 H 6 M 1000 (1600) Change the oil and filter
XU Front gearcase oil 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Change fluid
XU Transmission oil 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Change fluid
D Fuel System 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Cycle key to pressurize fuel pump; check for leaks at fill cap, fuel lines/rail and fuel pump; replace lines every 2 years
XU Cooling Hoses (if applicable) 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect for leaks
XU Engine mounts 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect
  Exhaust muffler /pipe 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect
  Drive shafts 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Remove and grease
D Spark plug 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect; replace as needed
XU Wiring 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect for wear, routing, security; apply dielectric grease to connectors subjected to water, mud, etc.
D
XU
Clutches (drive and driven) 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect; clean; replace worn parts
D Front wheel bearings 100 H 12 M 1000 (1600) Inspect; replace as needed
D Brake fluid 200 H 24 M 2000 (3200) Change every two years
  Ratcheting cam chain tensioner 200 H - 2000 (3200) Check; adjust as needed
  Suspension bushings 250 H 24 M 2000 (3200) Inspect; replace if necessary
  Spark arrester 300 H 36 M 3000 (4800) Clean out
D Valve clearance - - 5000 (8000) Inspect; adjust as needed
XU Coolant - 60 M - Change coolant
D Toe adjustment - Inspect periodically; adjust when parts are replaced
D
XU
Auxiliary brake (if equipped) - Inspect daily; adjust as needed
  Headlight aim - Adjust as needed

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