Cleaning And Storage - Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE
CLEANING & STORAGE
Cleaning the ATV
Keeping your ATV clean will not only improve its
appearance but it can also extend the life of various
components. With a few precautions, your ATV can
be cleaned much like an automobile.
Washing the ATV
The best and safest way to clean your ATV is with a
garden hose and a pail of mild soap and water. Use
a professional type washing mitten, cleaning the
upper body first and the lower parts last. Rinse with
water frequently and dry with a chamois to prevent
water spots. NOTE: If warning and safety labels are
damaged, contact your a Polaris dealer for free
replacement.
Polaris does not recommend the use of a high
pressure type car wash system for washing the ATV.
If a high pressure system is used, exercise extreme
care to avoid water damage to the wheel bearings,
transmission seals, body panels, brakes and warning
labels. NOTE: Grease all zerk fittings immediately
after washing, and allow the vehicle to run for a while
to evaporate any water that may have entered the
engine or exhaust system.
Storage Tips
See Chapter 1 for the part numbers of Polaris
products.
CAUTION: Starting the engine during the storage
period will disturb the protective film created by
fogging and damage could occur. Never start the
engine during the storage period.
Clean the Exterior
Make necessary repairs and then clean the ATV
thoroughly with mild soap and warm water to remove
all dirt and grime. Don't use harsh detergents or high
pressure washers. Some detergents deteriorate
rubber parts. Use dish soap type cleaners only. High
pressure washers may force water past seals.
Stabilize the Fuel
Fill the fuel tank. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fuel
Treatment or Polaris Fuel Stabilizer. Follow the
instructions on the container for the recommended
amount. (Carbon clean will also reduce the possibility of
bacterial growth in the fuel system.)
minutes of operation for the stabilizer to disperse
through the fuel in the tank and carburetor. Turn the fuel
valve off and drain the carburetor bowl.
Oil and Filter
Warm the engine and change the oil and filter. Follow
the procedure in this chapter for proper oil change.
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Air Filter / Air Box
Inspect and clean or replace the pre-cleaner and air
filter. Clean the air box and drain the sediment tube.
Breather Filter
Inspect and clean or replace the breather filter.
Fluid Levels
Inspect the following fluid levels and change if
necessary: front gearcase; transmission; brake fluid
(change every two years or as required if fluid looks
dark or contaminated).
Drain the Recoil Housing
Remove the recoil housing drain plug and drain any
moisture.
Storage Tips
Polaris offers storage kits for you ATV, see Page
Chapter 1 for products.
Fog the Engine
Use Polaris Fogging Oil, following the instructions as
directed.
If you choose not to use Polaris Fogging Oil, perform
the following procedure.
1. Treat the fuel system with Polaris Carbon Clean.
Turn fuel petcock to 'OFF'.
2. To eliminate any fuel remaining in the carburetor,
run the engine until it stops. If Polaris fuel system
additive is not used, fuel tank, fuel lines, and
carburetor should be completely drained of
gasoline.
3. To access the plug hole, use a section of clear 1/4"
hose and a small plastic squeeze bottle filled with
the pre-measured amount of oil.
Allow 15-20