Polaris 2005 SPORTSMAN 500 Servise Manual page 59

4. Turn the engine over several times to ensure
coverage of piston rings, cylinder walls and
crankshaft bearings.
5. Treat the fuel system with Polaris Carbon Clean.
6. If Polaris fuel system additive is not used, fuel
tank, fuel lines, and carburetor should be
completely drained of gasoline. To eliminate any
fuel remaining in the carburetor, run the engine
until it stops.
Lubricate
Inspect all cables and lubricate with Polaris Cable
Lubricant. Follow lubrication guidelines in the
maintenance section of the service or owner's manual
to completely grease and lubricate the entire vehicle
with Polaris Premium All Season Grease.
Storage Tips
Battery Storage
Remove the battery from the vehicle and ensure that
it's fully charged before placing it in storage. See
Chapter 10 for instructions.
Engine Anti-Freeze
Test engine coolant strength and change if necessary.
Coolant should be replaced every two years. See
Page 2.19 for the proper test procedure.
Storage Area/Covers
Set the tire pressure and safely support the ATV with
the tires 1-2" off the ground. Be sure the storage area
is well ventilated, and cover the machine with a genuine
Polaris ATV cover. NOTE: Do not use plastic or coated
materials. They do not allow enough ventilation to
prevent condensation, and may promote corrosion and
oxidation.
Transporting the ATV
Follow these procedures when transporting the
vehicle.
1. Turn off the engine and remove the key to prevent
loss during transporting.
2. Always place the transmission in park and lock
the parking brake.
3. Turn the fuel valve off.
4. Be sure the fuel cap, oil cap and seat are installed
correctly.
5. Always tie the frame of the ATV to the transporting
unit securely using suitable straps or rope.
MAINTENANCE
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