Content Source: 2021 600/850 AXYS Switchback Assault / RMK / SKS / Indy / Voyageur Owner’s Manual (9931265 R01) > 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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Periodic Maintenance Chart

The following chart is a guide based on average riding conditions. You may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, always use genuine Polaris parts.
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
Item Frequency / Intervals
150 mi.
(240 km)		 500 mi.
(800 km)		 1000 mi.
(1600 km)		 2000 mi.
(3200 km)		 Pre-Season
L = Lubricate / I = Inspect or Adjust / R = Replace / C = Clean
Drive / Driven Clutch
Clutch Alignment / Offset   I I I I
Drive Belt Condition / Ride Out Pre-Ride Inspection I
QUICKDRIVE Belt (If Equipped) I I I R I
Drive / Driven Clutch Condition I C I I C
Drive Belt Tension   I I I I
Engine
Engine Mounts   I I I I
Recoil Handle / Rope / Function   I I I I
Cylinder Head Bolts   I I I  
Cylinder Base Nuts   I I I  
Ignition Timing BTDC   I I I  
Spark Plugs   I I R I
Exhaust Pipe       I I
Exhaust System Retaining Springs   I I I I
VES System
(600 Engine Only)		     C
(clean at 1500 MI/2414 KM)		 I
Coolant Level Pre-Ride Inspection I
50/50 Extended Life Coolant Replace every 5 years
60/40 Coolant (If applicable) Replace every 2 years
Cooling Hoses / Pipes   I I I I
Brake System
Brake Lever Pre-Ride Inspection  
Hose Condition / Routing   I I I I
Fluid Level / Leaks / Fluid Condition   I I I I
Brake Pads / Brake Disc   I I I I
Parking Brake Pre-Ride Inspection  
Brake System         I
Brake Fluid       R  
Fuel System
Throttle Lever / Throttle Cable I I I I I
Fuel / Vent Hoses   I I I I
Oil Hoses     I I I
Air Box I I I I I
Electrical System
Auxiliary Shut-Off Pre-Ride Inspection I
Throttle Release Switch Pre-Ride Inspection I
Ignition Switch Pre-Ride Inspection I
Headlights / Brake light / Taillights Pre-Ride Inspection I
Hand / Thumbwarmers Pre-Ride Inspection I
PERC Reverse System Pre-Ride Inspection I
Chassis / Suspension
Ski Toe Alignment   I I I  
Front / Rear Suspension Mounting Bolts Pre-Ride Inspection  
Steering Fasteners / Linkage / Handlebars Pre-Ride Inspection  
Ski Fasteners Pre-Ride Inspection C
Ski Skags Pre-Ride Inspection  
Hood / Side Panel Fasteners I I I I I
Drive Chain Tension (If Equipped) I I I I I
Chaincase Oil (If Equipped) I R I R I
Track Alignment / Track Tension I I I I I
Front Limiter Strap I I I I I
Rail Slide Condition I I I I I
Rebuildable IFP Shock Oil       R  
Rear Shock Threads         L
Bogie / Wheel Condition / Fastener Bolts I I I I I
Rear Idler Wheel Bolts I I I I I
Rear Idler Adjuster Bolt Jam Nuts I I I I I
Cooling Fins and Shroud   I I I I
Camber Alignment   I I I  
Handlebar Centering         I
Hood / Seat / Chassis / Engine Compartment   C     C

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