2000 Polaris Universal ATV Owners Manual - Page 87

MAINTENANCE Periodic Maintenance Schedule Careful periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle in the safest, most reliable condition. Inspection, adjustment and lubrication intervals of important components are explained in the following chart Maintenance intervals are based upon average riding conditions and a vehicle speed of approximately 10 miles per hour. Vehicles subjected to severe use, such as operation in wet or dusty areas, should be inspected and serviced more frequently. If you are not familiar with safe service and adjustment procedures, have a qualified dealer perform these operations. Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust or replace parts as necessary. NOTE: Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Polaris parts available from your Polaris dealer. Service and adjustments are critical. If you are not familiar with safe service and adjustment procedures, have a qualified dealer perform these operations. J CAUTION: Due to the nature of these adjustments, it is recommended that service be performed by an authorized Polaris dealer. Do not attempt to perform this work unless you are familiar with mechanical repair. " More often under severe use, such as dirty or wet conditions L Emission Control System Service (California - 4-Cycle) NOTE: Some 4-Cycle models may have an additional California -only emissions warranty. Please refer to your owner's manual supplement to determine if this applies to your vehicle. Item Brake System Auxiliary Brake Tires Wheels Frame nuts, bolts, fasteners Injector Oil Level (2-Cycle) "L Air Filter - Pre-Cleaner Coolant/Level Inspection " Air Box Sediment Tube Headlamp Inspection Hours or Odometer Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Frequency Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Pre-ride Daily Daily Daily Daily Daily Remarks Pre-ride inspection item Pre-ride inspection item Inspect daily, pre-ride inspection item Pre-ride inspection item Pre-ride inspection item Check when refueling Inspect-Clean Replace engine coolant every two years Drain deposits whenever visible Check operation daily; apply Polaris dielectric grease to connector when replaced Check operation daily; apply Polaris dielectric grease to socket when replaced Inspect-Replace if necessary Inspect monthly; change annually Check Terminals/clean/check fluid level Check oil level; change annually Tail lamp inspection "L " Air Filter - Main Element Transmission Oil Level Battery Engine Counterbalance (400 Engines) Daily Weekly 25 hrs 20 hrs 20 hrs Daily Weekly Monthly Monthly Monthly 79