Snowmobile Polaris 340 Edge / 550 LX (2008 year). Instruction - part 11

 

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Snowmobile Polaris 340 Edge / 550 LX (2008 year). Instruction - part 11

 

 

44

THE PERFECT FIT

Traction Products

Wear Strips

To avoid excessive tunnel wear, tunnel wear strips must be installed 

whenever track studding is used. See your dealer for more information.

Wear strips are designed for a specific stud length. See your dealer's 

studding chart for recommended traction accessories.
Components (viewed from rear of track)
1. Top of tunnel
2. Wear strip
3. Track
4. Wear strip mounting holes

CAUTION

Whenever wear strips are relocated, be sure there's adequate stud clearance 

to the heat exchangers. Lack of clearance may result in damage to heat 

exchangers.

1

2

3

4

45

PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS

Pre-Ride Checklist

Inspect all items on the checklist for proper operation or condition 

before each use of the snowmobile. Procedures are outlined on the refer-

enced pages. Look for a checkmark (n) on the referenced pages to 

locate the pre-ride inspection items.

Item

See Page

Drive Belt Condition

91, 94

Steering System

50

Recoil Rope

50

Parking Brake Lock/Brake Lever/Brake System

47, 48, 85

Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch (Engine Stop Switch)

51

Ignition Switch

51

Taillight/Brakelight/Headlight

51

Suspension Mounting Bolts

104

Skags (Wear Bars)

43

Ski Saddle and Spindle Bolts

104

Hood Straps/Latches

50

Seat Latches (if equipped)

N/A

Throttle Lever/Safety Switch

61, 46

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts

99

Tether Switch/Strap

N/A

Track Alignment/Condition

49, 100

Rail Slide Condition

104

Chaincase Oil Level

77

Injection Oil Level

58

46

PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS

Before Starting the Engine

Before starting the engine, always refer to all safety warnings pertaining 

to snowmobile operation. Never start the engine without checking all 

vehicle components to be sure of proper operation.

Read and Understand Your Owner's Manual

Read the Owner's Manual completely and refer to it often. The manual 

is your guide to safe and enjoyable snowmobiling experience.

n

Throttle Lever

The throttle and brake are the primary controls of your snowmobile. 

Always make sure both are functioning properly.

Squeeze the throttle lever to make sure it compresses evenly and 

smoothly. When released, the lever should immediately return to the 

idle position without binding or hesitation. If the throttle does not func-

tion smoothly, or if you discover excessive lever freeplay, DO NOT start 

the engine. Have the throttle serviced immediately.

n

Throttle Safety Switch

Test the throttle safety switch system before the machine is operated. 

See page 61.

WARNING

Operating the vehicle with worn, damaged, or malfunctioning components 

could result in serious injury or death. Never start the engine without check-

ing all vehicle components to be sure of proper operation.

47

PRE-RIDE INSPECTIONS

Before Starting the Engine

n

Brakes

Always check the following items for proper operation before starting 

the engine.
Brake Lever Travel
Squeeze the brake lever. It 

should move no closer to 

the handgrip than 1/2I 

(1.3 cm). A smaller dis-

tance indicates low brake 

fluid level or air in the 

hydraulic system. Refer to 

the brake bleeding infor-

mation on page 87 or see 

your dealer for service.

Lever Feel
If the brake lever feels “spongy” when squeezed, check the brake fluid 

level and condition. Add fluid as needed. See page 86. 

WARNING

Continued use of “spongy” brakes may cause a complete loss of brakes, 

which could result in serious injury or death. Always have the brakes serviced 

at the first sign of sponginess.

1/2

I

 (1.3 cm)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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