Snowmobile Polaris 340 Transport Trail Touring Deluxe (2008 year). Instruction - part 18

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Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program

To ensure many trouble-free miles of snowmobiling enjoyment, follow 

recommended regular maintenance and perform service checks as out-

lined in this manual. Record maintenance and service in the Mainte-

nance Log beginning on page 130.

The recommended maintenance schedule on your snowmobile calls for 

service and maintenance inspections at 150 miles (240 km), 500 miles 

(800 km) and 1000 miles (1600 km). These inspections should be per-

formed by a qualified service technician. For continued optimum perfor-

mance and component life, continue maintenance checks at 1000 mile 

(1600 km) intervals.

All necessary replacement parts and labor incurred, with the exception 

of authorized warranty repairs, become the responsibility of the regis-

tered owner. If, during the course of the warranty period, part failures 

occur as a result of owner neglect in performing recommended regular 

maintenance, the cost of repairs are the responsibility of the owner. 

Personal safety is critical when attempting to service or make adjust-

ments to your snowmobile. If you're not familiar with safe service or 

adjustment procedures and the use of tools, or if you don't feel comfort-

able performing these tasks yourself, contact an authorized Polaris 

dealer for service.

CAUTION

Hot components can cause damage to plastic. Always make sure the 

exhaust system and engine have cooled before tipping the snowmobile on its 

side for service or inspection.

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

The following chart is a guide based on average riding conditions. You 

may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When 

inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, always use genuine 

Polaris parts, available from your Polaris dealer.

I - Inspect (clean, adjust, tighten, lubricate, replace if necessary)
C - Clean

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

CLUTCH

Clutch Alignment Offset 

(without belt)

91

I

I

I

Drive Belt Condition

91

I

I

I

I

Clutches (disassemble)

91

C

C

C

Belt Tension

--

I

I

I

I

Clutch Sheaves

91

I

I

I

I

ENGINE/COOLING

Engine Mounts

--

I

I

I

I

Recoil Rope

--

I

I

I

I

Engine Mounting Plate

--

I

I

I

Engine Torque Stop

95

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Head Bolts

--

I

I

I

Cylinder Base Nuts

--

I

I

I

I

Ignition Timing BTDC

--

I

I

I

Spark Plug Condition

79

I

I

I

R

I

Exhaust Pipe

85

I

I

Exhaust Retaining 

Springs

85

I

I

I

I

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

BRAKES

Hose Routing

--

I

I

I

I

Hose Condition

--

I

I

I

I

Fluid Leaks

--

I

I

I

I

Brake Pads

86

I

I

I

I

Brake Disc

--

I

I

I

I

Parking Brakes

48

I

I

I

I

Brake System

47, 86

I

Brake Fluid

87

R

FUEL MANAGEMENT

Pilot Air Screws

--

I

I

I

Carburetor 
(synchronize)

83

I

I

I

Idle RPM

--

I

I

I

Throttle Lever

63

I

I

I

I

I

Oil Pump Lever 
(synchronize)

--

I

I

I

Throttle Cable

77

L

L

L

Choke Cable

77

L

L

L

Choke

77

I

I

I

Vent Lines

--

I

I

I

I

Fuel Lines

82

I

I

I

I

I

Oil Lines

--

I

I

I

Air Box

--

I

I

I

I

I

Drain and Water Traps

84

I

I

I

ELECTRICAL

Auxiliary Shut-Off 

Switch

51

I

I

I

I

I

Throttle Safety Switch

62

I

I

I

I

I

Ignition Switch

--

I

I

I

I

I

Taillight

51

I

I

I

I

I

Brakelight

51

I

I

I

I

I

Headlight

51

I

I

I

I

I

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

I - Inspect (clean, adjust, tighten, lubricate, replace if necessary)
C - Clean

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

CHASSIS

Ski Toe Alignment

--

I

I

I

Suspension Mounting 

Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Steering Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

C

Rear Suspension Fas-

teners

--

I

I

I

I

I

Suspension Shock Oil

--

I

I

I

I

Cooling Fins and 

Shroud

--

I

I

I

I

Drive Shaft Bearing

77

L

L

L

I

Jackshaft Bearings

110

I

I

I

I

Skags (Wear Bars)

103

I

I

I

I

I

Ski Saddle/Spindle 

Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Ski Pivots

76

L

L

L

L

I

Ski Spindle

76

L

L

L

L

I

Steering Arm(s)

--

I

Upper / Lower Steering 

Post Support Bracket

76

L

L

L

L

I

Drive Chain Tension

85

I

I

I

I

I

Hood Latches

50

I

I

I

I

I

Battery Fluid Level

104

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts

99

I

I

I

I

I

Idler Bolt Jam Nut

99

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Suspension Pivot 

Shafts

76

L

L

L

Camber Alignment

--

I

I

I

Radius Rod Bushings

--

I

Handlebar Centering

--

I

Track Alignment

100

I

I

I

I

I

Track Tension

98

I

I

I

I

I

Front Limiter Strap

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rail Slide Condition

101

I

Chaincase Oil

78

I

I

I

R

I

Gearcase Oil

N/A

I

I

I

R

I