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FMF TheQ Installation Manual

2003-2005 polaris predator 500

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Rancho Dominguez, CA 90221-5514
PH: 310-631-4363 FX: 310-900-5699
www.fmfracing.com
[04-05 / #000479]
2003-2005 POLARIS PREDATOR 500
TheQ
Thank you for purchasing FMF's Q
of R & D and testing to insure you receive the highest quality product on the market today.
All FMF's products are developed using the most current design and manufacturing technologies available.
We use only the highest quality materials for function and durability. The Q
aluminum canister with a TIG welded stainless steel mandrel bent mid-pipe. Hi-Flo modular endcaps are fitted to
both ends and we utilize advanced 3-stage sound absorption packing material.
The Q
muffler is specifically engineered to accelerate exhaust flow with less noise and minimal power loss.
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Bolt on FMF performance and FEEL THE POWER!
Please read all instructions thoroughly before installation. Failure to follow all installation instructions completely will void any
FMF warranty implied or otherwise. FMF Racing will not be held responsible for problems derived from improper installation and/or improper
usage.
Before you begin installing this product, be sure you are wearing eye protection and gloves. You should have a complete
understanding of how to remove and replace your stock exhaust. Otherwise, you should have it installed by a professional mechanic. Keep all
OEM parts when removing your stock exhaust, as some parts may be necessary to install the FMF exhaust depending on your particular
application.
PARTS SUPPLIED
(2) Medium Strap Bracket
(2) Rubber Bracket Sleeves
(1) 5/16 x 2 1/2" Bracket Bolt
(1) 8mm x 80mm Bracket Bolt
(1) 19mm x 38mm Bracket Spacers
(1) 19mm x 45mm Bracket Spacers
1.
Make sure the engine is completely cool prior to installation and the vehicle is in a stable position.
2.
Loosen the band clamp connecting the muffler to the header.
3.
While holding the muffler, loosen and remove the two OEM muffler mounting bolts. Keep for later use.
4.
Gently slide the muffler rearward to release it from the header. Spray WD-40 into the muffler-header
junction if it is difficult to remove.
5.
Install the rubber sleeves onto the strap brackets so that the rubber is on the inside of the bracket.
Make sure the outer lip is over the bracket edge fully. No rubber should be in the area where the bracket
tabs pinch together.
6.
Using contact cleaner, clean the header where the muffler attaches.
7.
Slide the supplied band clamp onto the the muffler inlet. Do not tighten yet.
S/A Installation
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muffler for your Polaris Predator 500. We have spent countless hours
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(1) 8mm Flanged Nut
(1) Band Clamp
P R E - I N S TALLATION
8mm Wrench
12mm Wrench
Vise Grip Pliers
Contact Cleaner
High Temp Silicone
WD-40®
R E M O V A L
OEM = Original Equipment Manufacturer
muffler is constructed of an extruded
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Summary of Contents for FMF TheQ

  • Page 1 Otherwise, you should have it installed by a professional mechanic. Keep all OEM parts when removing your stock exhaust, as some parts may be necessary to install the FMF exhaust depending on your particular application.
  • Page 2 This limited guarantee is in lieu of all other guarantees or warranties implied or expressed. Buyer assumes all risk for any and all damage caused to himself, a third party and/or property by virtue of failure of this product. We make no warranty as to products distributed by FMF Racing, expressed or implied from our suppliers or 3rd party vendors.