Storage Tips - Polaris Sportsman 850 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Storage

Storage Tips

NOTICE: Starting the engine during the storage period will disturb the
protective film created by fogging and damage could occur. Never
start the engine during the storage period.
Clean the Exterior
Make any necessary repairs and clean the vehicle as recommended. See
page 134.
Stabilize the Fuel
1. Fill the fuel tank.
2. Add POLARIS Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or POLARIS Fuel
Stabilizer or equivalent fuel treatments or stabilizers. Follow the
instructions on the container for the recommended amount. Carbon
Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and removes
carbon deposits from pistons, rings, valves and exhaust systems.
3. Allow the engine to run for 15-20 minutes to allow the stabilizer to
disperse through the entire fuel delivery system.
Oil and Filter
Change the oil and filter. See page 98.
Air Filter / Air Box
1. Inspect and clean (or replace) the pre-cleaner and air filter. See page
113.
2. Clean the air box.
Fluid Levels
Inspect the fluid levels. Add or change fluids as recommended in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 92.
• Demand drive unit (front gearcase)
• Rear gearcase
• Transmission
• Brake fluid (change every two years and any time the fluid looks dark
or contaminated)
• Coolant (test strength/fill)
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