Engine Installation Notes - Polaris PREDATOR 50 2009 Manual

ENGINE / TRANSMISSION
7. Cover any openings with a clean shop towel.
8. Disconnect or Remove From LEFT Side:
• CVT Air Ducts
• Breather Hose (To Valve Cover)
9. Remove (2) engine mount bolts at the front and (1) rear
engine mount bolt.
10. Check for any remaining attachments and remove engine
from right side of frame.
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Engine Installation Notes

After the engine is installed in the frame, review this checklist
and perform all steps that apply:
General Items
• Install previously removed components using new
gaskets, seals, and fasteners where applicable.
• Perform checks on fluid levels, controls, and all
important areas on the vehicle as outlined in the daily
pre-ride inspection checklist (refer to Chapter 2).
CVT System
• Clean clutch sheaves thoroughly and inspect inlet and
outlet ducts for proper routing and sealing.
Transmission Adjustment (If required)
• Before tightening the gear selector bracket screws on
the transmission, be sure transmission is in neutral and
center the lever in the neutral slot on bracket. Inspect
operation and re-adjust bracket if necessary.
Exhaust
• Replace exhaust gaskets.
Engine Mount Torque
• Front mounts (2)
• Rear mount (1)
Engine Break In Period
4 Cycle Engine Break-In Period is defined as the first 10 hours
of engine operation or 2 full tanks of fuel.
• Use an SAE 40W mineral based oil during break-in
period or after engine top end service, to ensure
complete piston ring seating to cylinder wall. Change to
recommendation after 10 hours.
• Use fuel with a minimum octane of 87 (R+M)/2
method.
• Check oil level before each ride, especially during the
break-in period.
• Change engine oil and filter after the first 10 hours of
operation.