Snowmobile Polaris 340 Transport Trail Touring Deluxe (2008 year). Instruction - part 1

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INTRODUCTION

Vehicle Identification Numbers

Record your snowmobile's identification numbers and key number in 

the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. 

Your key can be duplicated only by mating a Polaris key blank with one 

of your existing keys, so if both keys are lost, the ignition switch must 

be replaced.

Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________

Tunnel VIN:_____________________________________________________________
(lower right side of the tunnel)

Engine Serial Number: ____________________________________________________
(right front side of engine crankcase)

Key Number: ___________________________________________________________

Important Notes for Owners and Drivers

After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for convenient ref-

erence. It should remain with the snowmobile when the snowmobile is 

sold.

When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined 

course for practice. Make sure they know how to drive and control the 

snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them 

proper snowmobile courtesy, and enroll them in driver’s training and 

safety courses sponsored by local or state organizations.

Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive 

maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are 

inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with 

your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is necessary 

to ensure warranty coverage.

Protect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail riding 

clubs.

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INTRODUCTION

Preservation of the Environment

Polaris is committed to supporting an environmental education cam-

paign. We encourage governments to adopt rigorous safety training pro-

grams that encourage protection of our environment, including wildlife 

and vegetation.

Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to pro-

tect our environment. Please support their efforts and operate your 

snowmobile with consideration for the protection and preservation of 

our environment.

Noise Level

One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The 

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the standard-setting body for 

snowmobile development, recommends that snowmobiles conform to 

prescribed sound levels.

Polaris snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE standards. 

Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and must not be 

altered or removed. The sound of your snowmobile may not be welcome 

to non-snowmobilers, so you have a responsibility to operate your 

snowmobile with concern for others. We do our part by manufacturing 

quieter machines; we ask your help to further reduce the impact of noise 

by operating your snowmobile safely and responsibly.

Air Pollution

Polaris engineers continuously investigate ways to reduce emission lev-

els of two-stroke engines. We expect our efforts to lead to the reduction 

of potential air pollution.

In addition to our technological research, we encourage government 

agencies, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, ecologists, and other 

interested parties to work together to develop data on environmental 

topics.

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual 

and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and sym-

bols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the 

manual.

The safety alert symbol, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts you to the 

potential for injury.

WARNING

The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result in serious 

injury or death.

CAUTION

The safety alert caution indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor 

injury or damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

A caution indicates a situation that may result in damage to the vehicle.

NOTE

A note will alert you to important information or instructions.

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SAFETY

Operator Safety

Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 72 

of this manual to ensure that all critical components on the snowmobile 

are thoroughly inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

WARNING

Driving a snowmobile requires your full attention. DO NOT drink alcohol or 

use drugs or medications before or while driving or riding as a passenger. 

They will reduce your alertness and slow your reaction time. 
Snowmobiles are capable of traveling at high speeds. Use extra caution to 

ensure operator safety. Make sure your snowmobile is in excellent operating 

condition at all times. Always check major and vital safety components 

before every ride.
All Polaris snowmobiles are designed and tested to provide safe operation 

when used as directed. Failure of critical machine components may result 

from operation with any modifications, especially those that increase speed 

or power. DO NOT MODIFY YOUR MACHINE. The snowmobile may 

become aerodynamically unstable at speeds higher than those for which it is 

designed. Loss of control may occur at higher speeds. Modifications may 

also create a safety hazard and lead to bodily injury.
The warranty on your entire machine is terminated if any equipment has 

been added, or any modifications have been made, to increase the speed or 

power of the snowmobile.