Oil

Content Source: 2021 INDY VR1 / INDY XC / Switchback ASSAULT Owner’s Manual (9931271 R01) > Operation 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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Oil

Oil Recommendation

NOTICE

NEVER mix oil brands or use non-recommended oil. Mixing oil or using non-recommended oil may result in engine damage.

For peak performance, Polaris recommends the use of VES 2-cycle full synthetic engine oil.
For high performance operation, or operation in arctic conditions (-40°C/-40°F), use VES Extreme 2-cycle full synthetic engine oil
In lieu of VES-branded oil, substitute with Polaris Blue 2-cycle synthetic blend engine oil.

IMPORTANT

Some non-recommended two-cycle engine oils, especially those formulated for warm weather product use, may not provide adequate cold weather pour point properties. These oils may increase the recoil rope pull effort in cold / sub-zero temperatures, resulting in excessive fuel injection events and subsequent plug fouling.

Low Oil Level

NOTICE

The oil level indicator lamp will not engage unless engine is fully started.

Always maintain the oil level between the “add” mark and the bottle neck. Do not fill the bottle neck.

Immediately stop the engine if the low oil indicator light comes on.
Open the left side panel.
View the oil level in the oil bottle.
Add oil as needed before operating.

NOTICE

Operating the snowmobile without adequate engine lubrication can result in serious engine damage. Always check the oil level when refueling. Add oil as needed.

The oil bottle cap is vented to allow proper oil flow. Your POLARIS dealer can assist with recommended replacement parts.