Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7 Service Manual page 41

3. Remove the pressure cap (1).
4. Using a funnel, slowly add coolant through the
radiator filler neck.
5. Reinstall the pressure cap.
6. Reinstall the front rack.
NOTE: Use of a non-standard pressure cap will not
allow the recovery system to function properly.
Contact your dealer for the correct replacement part.
Radiator
Cap
AIR FILTER/PRE-FILTER
SERVICE
It is recommended that the air filter and pre filter be
replaced annually. When riding in extremely dusty
conditions, replacement is required more often.
The pre filter should be cleaned before each ride using
the following procedure:
1. Lift up on the rear of the seat.
2. Pull the seat back and free of the tabs. NOTE:
When reinstalling seat, make sure the slots in the
seat engage the tabs in the fuel tank.
3. Remove clips (A) from air box cover and remove
cover. Inspect the gasket. It should adhere tightly
to the cover and seal all the way around.
4. Loosen clamp and
assembly.
Cover
Gasket
Pre-filter
Main Element
Ill.1
Cleaning:
5. Slip the pre-filter element off of main element.
Clean the pre filter with high flash point solvent,
followed by hot soapy water.
6. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
7. Inspect element for tears or damage.
8. Apply foam filter oil or clean engine oil and
squeeze until excess oil is removed.
9. Inspect main filter and replace if necessary. If the
filter has been soaked with fuel or oil it must be
replaced.
Installation:
10. Reinstall pre-filter element over main filter. Be
sure the element covers entire surface of main
filter without folds, creases, or gaps.
MAINTENANCE
A
remove air filter
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