Maintenance; Special Tools; Overview - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

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Special Tools

Special tools may be required while servicing this vehicle. Some of the tools listed or depicted are mandatory, while
other tools maybe substituted with a similar tool, if available. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Special Tools
when servicing any Polaris product. Dealers may order special tools through Polaris' official tool supplier, Bosch
Automotive Service Solutions, by phone at 1-800-345-2233 or on-line at http://polaris.service-solutionsx.com/.

Overview

Careful periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle in the safest, most reliable condition. Inspection, adjustment
and lubrication of important components are explained in the periodic maintenance chart.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust and replace parts as necessary. When inspection reveals the need for replacement
parts, use genuine Polaris parts available from your Polaris dealer.
NOTE: Service and adjustments are critical. If you're not familiar with safe service and adjustment procedures, have a
qualified dealer perform these operations.
Maintenance intervals in the following chart are based upon average riding conditions and an average vehicle speed of
approximately 10 miles per hour. Vehicles subjected to severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently.
• Frequent immersion in mud, water or sand
• Racing or race-style high RPM use
• Prolonged low speed, heavy load operation
• Extended idle
• Short trip cold weather operation
Pay special attention to the oil level. A rise in oil level during cold weather can indicate contaminants collecting in the
oil sump or crankcase. Change oil immediately if the oil level begins to rise. Monitor the oil level, and if it continues to
rise, discontinue use and determine the cause.
Maintenance Chart Key
The following symbols denote potential items to be aware of during maintenance:
■ = CAUTION: Due to the nature of these adjustments, it is recommended this service be performed by an authorized
Polaris dealer.
▶ = SEVERE USE ITEM – If vehicle is subjected to severe use, decrease interval by 50% (Severe Use is defined as
frequent vehicle immersion in mud, water or sand, racing or race-style high rpm use, prolonged low speed - heavy load
operation or extended idle. More preventative maintenance is required under these conditions. Fluid changes, cable,
chain and chassis lubrication are required more frequently. For engine oil, short trip cold weather riding also constitutes
severe use. Pay special attention to oil level. A rising oil level in cold weather can indicate contaminants collecting in
the oil sump or crankcase. Change oil immediately and monitor level. If oil level begins to rise, discontinue use and
determine cause.)
E = Emission Control System Service (California).
NOTE: Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Polaris parts.
WARNING: Improperly performing the procedures marked with a ■ could result in component failure and lead to
serious injury or death. Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
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