Polaris 550 Indy Sport 2024 Owner's Manual page 111

CLEANING THE SNOWMOBILE
Snowmobiles, especially those transported on sled decks and open trailers can
accumulate a lot of water and road dirt / salt during the riding season. The
snowmobile must be thoroughly washed and cleaned to prevent corrosion and
rust formation.
1. Wash the snowmobile with a garden hose and a solution of soapy water.
Note that if a pressure washer is used, care should be taken to not point the
pressure washer nozzle close to the snowmobile which may force high
pressure water into suspension / shock shaft seals and exposed electrical
connectors.
2. Dry the snowmobile with a lint-free towel. Allow the entire snowmobile to air
dry afterwards.
3. Clean the engine compartment. Use a shop vacuum if required to remove
dirt, leaves, cat tails, etc. from within the engine compartment.
4. Hand wash the exhaust system and dry the pipe and silencer with a clean
shop towel.
5. Apply "spray" metal protectant on exposed metal components, such as the
exhaust pipe, silencer, shock shafts, and suspension springs / pivots.
Do not spray metal protectant on the drive or driven clutches.
LUBRICATE THE PIVOTS
After washing the snowmobile, it is important to use Polaris Premium All Season
grease to lubricate the various suspension / steering pivot points. Doing so
forces any water accumulated within the joints out which prevents the formation
of corrosion and rust.
1. Use a grease gun and Polaris Premium All Season Grease. Reference the
appropriate Owner's Manual to locate any / all grease zerks on the steering
and suspension systems.
2. Pump fresh grease into all zerks until the grease can be seen purging out of
each joint.
3. Use a paper towel to clean up and remove all of the residual purged grease
from the joints.
STORING THE SNOWMOBILE
Never store the snowmobile in a hot, humid location if possible. Try to store the
snowmobile away from direct sunlight.
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