2011 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Owners Manual - Page 114
2011 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Manual
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MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage Storage Tips Fluid Levels Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 62. • Demand drive unit (front gearcase) • Rear gearcase (if equipped) • Transmission • Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the fluid looks dark or contaminated) • Coolant (test strength/fill) Fog the Engine 1. Support the front end of the machine so the engine is level or tilted slightly rearward. 2. Remove the spark plug. Rotate the piston to BDC and pour two ounces (59 ml) of engine oil into the cylinder. 3. Reinstall the spark plug. Torque to specification. 4. Apply dielectric grease to the inside of the spark plug cap. Reinstall the cap. 5. Turn the engine over several times. Oil will be forced in and around the piston rings and ring lands, coating the cylinder with a protective film of fresh oil. 6. Treat the fuel system with POLARIS Carbon Clean. See page 109. 7. If POLARIS fuel system additive is not used, the fuel tank, fuel lines, and carburetor should be completely drained of gasoline. 8. To eliminate any fuel remaining in the carburetor, run the engine until it stops. 110