Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual page 108

ENGINE / COOLING SYSTEM
6. The engine will need to be rotated four times to
inspect all eight valve clearances
be measured at each camshaft lobe position.
NOTICE
Remove spark plugs to aid engine rotation.
7. Rotate the drive clutch counter-clockwise until the
g
cam lobes above the valves you are inspecting are
facing up.
8. Measure the valve clearance using a feeler gauge.
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9. If the valve clearance is out of specification, refer to
f
. Two valves can
10. Repeat steps 7-9 for inspecting all eight valves.
11. If previously removed, apply anti-seize compound to
12. Inspect the valve cover seal and replace if necessary.
13. Install NEW isolators on the valve cover bolts. Install
14. Install the spark plug wires. Ensure wires are installed
15. Install outer clutch cover and eight retaining screws.
16. Connect the negative (-) battery cable to the battery,
17. Start the engine to ensure proper operation.
"Valve Clearance
procedure.
MEASUREMENT
Intake Valve Clearance (cold):
.006 ± .002" (0.15 ± 0.051 mm)
Exhaust Valve Clearance (cold):
.010 ± .002" (0.25 ± 0.051 mm)
the spark plug threads and reinstall the spark plugs.
Torque spark plugs to specification.
TORQUE
Spark Plug:
7 lb-ft (10 Nm)
the valve cover and the four T-40 bolts. Torque bolts
to specification.
TORQUE
Valve Cover Bolts:
7 lb-ft (10 Nm)
on their proper cylinder spark plug and pushed down
all the way so they engage onto the spark plugs.
IMPORTANT
The engine will misfire if the spark plug wires are
installed incorrectly. The spark plug wires are marked
with PTO and MAG and should be installed to the
corresponding cylinder.
Torque screws to specification.
TORQUE
Outer Clutch Cover Screws:
50 lb-in (5 Nm)
access panel, and install the seat.
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