Breather Filter; Pvt Drying & Pvt Drain Plug - Polaris SPORTSMAN 600 Service Manual

3. Reinstall drain plug.
Ill.1
NOTE: The sediment tube will require more frequent
service if the vehicle is operated in wet conditions or
at high throttle openings for extended periods.

BREATHER FILTER

INSPECTION
Four cycle ATV engines are equipped with a breather
filter. The in-line filter is similar in appearance to a fuel
filter, and is visible on the left side (Location A).
In-line breather filters should be installed with the
arrow pointing toward the engine (away from the air
box).
Typical Breather Filter Location
Ill.2 View -- Under Left Front Fender
NOTE: In-line breather filter service life is extended
when the foam air box pre-filter is in place and
maintained properly. Never operate the engine
without the pre-filter.
2.22
Sediment Tube
In-Line Breather
Filter Location A
BREATHER HOSE
1. Be sure breather line is routed properly and
secured in place. CAUTION: Make sure lines are
not kinked or pinched.
PVT DRYING & PVT DRAIN
PLUG
NOTE: If operating the ATV in or through water, be
sure to check the PVT cover and other components
for water ingestion. The ATV should be checked
immediately.
1. To release any water that maybe trapped in the
PVT cover, simply remove the PVT drain plug and
O--ring located on the bottom of the PVT cover
and let the water drain out. The PVT drain plug is
shown below.
PVT Drain Plug & O--ring
Ill.3
2. To further expel water from the cover and to dry
out the PVT system, shift the transmission to
neutral and rev engine slightly to expel the
moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches. Allow
engine RPM to settle to idle speed, shift
transmission to lowest available range and test
for belt slippage. Operate ATV in lowest available
range for a short period of time until PVT system
is dry.
MAINTENANCE