2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 55

2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Manual

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OPERATION Pre-Ride Checklist WARNING If a proper inspection is not done before each use, severe injury or death could result. Always inspect the vehicle before each use to ensure it's in proper operating condition. Item Brake system/lever travel Brake fluid Auxiliary brake Front suspension Rear suspension Steering TIres Wheels/fasteners Frame nuts, bolts, fasteners Fuel and oil Coolant level (if applicable) Coolant hoses (if applicable) Throttle Indicator lights/switches Engine stop switch Air filter, pre-filter Air box sediment tube Headlamp Brake light/tail lamp Dump box latch Riding gear Remarks Ensure proper operation Ensure proper level Ensure proper operation Inspect, lubricate if necessary Inspect, lubricate if necessary Ensure free operation Inspect condition and pressure Inspect, ensure fastener tightness Inspect, ensure tightness Ensure proper levels Ensure proper level Inspect for leaks Ensure proper operation Ensure operation Ensure proper operation Inspect, clean Drain deposits whenever visible Check operation, apply Polaris dielectric grease when lamp is replaced Check operation, apply Polaris dielectric grease when lamp is replaced Check condition and operation of the mechanism Wear approved helmet, goggles, and protective clothing Page 37 85 38 37 74 74 88 88 89 40 77 83 84 36 116 34 35 90 35 92 95 10 52

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OPERATION
Pre-Ride Checklist
WARNING
If a proper inspection is not done before each use, severe injury or death
could result. Always inspect the vehicle before each use to ensure it's in
proper operating condition.
Item
Remarks
Page
Brake system/lever travel
Ensure proper operation
37
85
Brake fluid
Ensure proper level
38
Auxiliary brake
Ensure proper operation
37
Front suspension
Inspect, lubricate if necessary
74
Rear suspension
Inspect, lubricate if necessary
74
Steering
Ensure free operation
-
TIres
Inspect condition and pressure
88
Wheels/fasteners
Inspect, ensure fastener tightness
88
89
Frame nuts, bolts, fasteners
Inspect, ensure tightness
-
Fuel and oil
Ensure proper levels
40
77
Coolant level (if applicable)
Ensure proper level
83
84
Coolant hoses (if applicable)
Inspect for leaks
-
Throttle
Ensure proper operation
36
116
Indicator lights/switches
Ensure operation
34
Engine stop switch
Ensure proper operation
35
Air filter, pre-filter
Inspect, clean
90
Air box sediment tube
Drain deposits whenever visible
-
Headlamp
Check operation, apply Polaris dielec-
tric grease when lamp is replaced
35
92
Brake light/tail lamp
Check operation, apply Polaris dielec-
tric grease when lamp is replaced
95
Dump box latch
Check condition and operation of the
mechanism
-
Riding gear
Wear approved helmet, goggles, and
protective clothing
10