2008 Polaris FS IQ Touring Owners Manual - Page 128

Cooling System MAINTENANCE Flushing the Cooling System To ensure that the coolant maintains its ability to protect the engine, the system should be completely drained every two years and a fresh mixture of antifreeze and distilled water should be added. Have your Polaris dealer perform this service. Bleeding the Cooling System Bleed the cooling system at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 100. In addition, bleed the cooling system any time one or more of the following conditions exist. • A component of the cooling system has been serviced or replaced (including coolers, radiator, engine, coolant lines and oil cooler) • A cooling system failure occurs, resulting in coolant loss • A coolant line has been disconnected for any reason • A coolant leak occurs WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Operate this vehicle only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas. 1. Read the entire coolant bleed procedure before beginning. After beginning the bleed procedure, do not stop the engine until reaching step 14. 2. Move the snowmobile into a well-ventilated area. Allow the engine to cool completely. WARNING Steam and hot liquids will cause serious burns to your skin. Never bleed the cooling system or remove the pressure cap when the engine is warm or hot. 125