Break-In Period; Vehicle Break-In Period; Engine And Drivetrain Break-In; Brake System Break-In - Polaris RANGER 500 2018 Service Manual

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BREAK-IN PERIOD

NOTE
Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of

VEHICLE BREAK-IN PERIOD

operation will damage close-fitted engine parts and
drive components. Do not operate at full throttle or high
The break-in period for your new POLARIS vehicle is the
speeds during the first three hours of use.
first 25 hours of operation, or the time it takes to use the
first two tanks full of gasoline. No single action on your
part is as important as a proper breakin period. Careful
Use of any oils other than those recommended by
treatment of a new engine and drive components will
POLARIS may cause serious engine damage. We
result in more efficient performance and longer life for
recommend the use of POLARIS PS-4 Full Synthetic
these components. Perform the following procedures
5W-50 4-Cycle Oil for your 4-cycle engine.
carefully.

ENGINE AND DRIVETRAIN BREAK-IN

1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
2. Check the oil level. Add the recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level in the safe operating range.
3. Complete the New Operator Driving Procedures outlined in the vehicle Owner's Manual.
4. Avoid aggressive use of the brakes.
5. Vary throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained idle.
6. Pull only light loads.
7. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist.
8. During the break-in period, change both the oil and the filter at 25 hours or one month.
9. Check fluid levels of transmission and all gearcases after the first 25 hours of operation and every 100 hours
thereafter.

BRAKE SYSTEM BREAK-IN

Apply only moderate braking force for the first 50 stops. Aggressive or overly forceful braking when the brake system is
new could damage brake pads and rotors.

PVT BREAK-IN (CLUTCHES / BELT)

A proper break-in of the clutches and drive belt will
ensure a longer life and better performance. Break in the
clutches and belt by operating at slower speeds during
the break-in period as recommended. Pull only light
loads. Avoid aggressive acceleration and high speed
operation during the break-in period.
If a belt fails, always clean away all debris when
replacing the belt.
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