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.
