Polaris 500 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety page 79

MAINTENANCE
Filter Systems
Breather Filter and Hoses
1. Lift the cargo box and
locate the air box.
2. Follow the right-hand
breather line out the
side of the air box and
locate the filter.
3. Remove and inspect the
filter for debris. Blow
gently through the filter
in the direction of the
arrow to check for
clogging. Replace as
needed.
4. Check hoses for cracks,
deterioration, abrasion,
or leaks. Replace as
needed.
5. Reinstall the filter with the arrow pointing toward the engine.
Secure the clamps.
Operation of the vehicle without a breather filter can cause engine damage.
Always reinstall the breather filter after removing it for service.
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Breather Filter
CAUTION
Breather Line