Coolant Level Inspection, High Lifter - Polaris Sportsman 850 Service Manual

9. If coolant was required, start engine and check for
leaks. Make sure radiator fins are clean to prevent
overheating.
10. Add coolant as needed. Maintain the coolant level
between the "MIN" and "MAX" marks on the bottle.
11. Reinstall the front rack assembly.
COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION, HIGH
LIFTER
The pressure cap is located underneath the front rack as
shown below. The recovery bottle is found in the left
wheel well. Maintain the coolant level between the "MIN"
and "MAX" levels indicated on the recovery bottle.
Top View
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With the engine at operating temperature, the coolant
level should be between the MAX and MIN marks on the
coolant recovery bottle. If not, perform the following
procedure.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
DESCRIPTION
Pressure Cap
Recovery Bottle Hose
Radiator
2. View the coolant level in the recovery bottle. The
coolant level can be viewed from inside the left right
wheel well.
Side View
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3. If the coolant level is below the "MIN" line on the
bottle, remove the front rack assembly to access the
radiator pressure cap and recovery bottle cap.
NOTE
If overheating is evident, allow system to cool
completely and check coolant level in the radiator and
inspect for signs of trapped air in system.
WARNING
Never remove the pressure cap when the engine is
warm or hot. Escaping steam can cause severe burns.
The engine must be cool before removing the pressure
cap.
4. Remove the pressure cap. Using a funnel, add
coolant to the top of the radiator filler neck.
5. Reinstall the pressure cap.
NOTE
Use of a non-standard pressure cap will not allow the
recovery system to function properly.
6. Remove recovery bottle cap and add coolant using a
funnel.
MAINTENANCE
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DESCRIPTION
Recovery Bottle Cap
Recovery Bottle
MAX Coolant Level
MIN Coolant Level
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