Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Racer (2015 year). Instruction - part 15

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Lubrication

Lubrication points are indicated in the illustrations below.

Front Suspension

Lubricate the steering post U-
joint at the intervals outlined in 
the maintenance charts 
beginning on page 59.

Rear Suspension

Lubricate the suspension pivot shafts with POLARIS All Season Grease 
at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on 
page 59 and before seasonal storage. When operating in heavy, wet 
snow conditions, lubricate every 500 miles (800 km).

Lack of lubrication will adversely affect your ride and the life of the 
suspension. For more information about suspension lubrication and 
adjustments, see your POLARIS dealer.

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X

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Lubrication

Throttle Cable

Lubricate the throttle cable lightly 
with grease or oil. With the engine 
off, turn the handlebars to the left 
and lubricate liberally as shown.

Choke and Choke Cable

Lubricate the choke slide and cables 
lightly with oil or grease. Before 
turning the engine off, operate the 
choke intermittently to draw 
moisture out of the choke plunger 
area and reduce the possibility of the 
choke becoming frozen.

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X

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Lubrication

Chaincase Oil

Check the chaincase oil level at the intervals outlined in the 
maintenance charts beginning on page 59. Change the chaincase oil 
after the first 500 miles (800 km), then every 2000 miles (3200 km) or 
seasonally.

Maintain the oil level between the “safe” marks on the dipstick. Clean 
the magnetic plug on the dipstick whenever checking or changing oil.

POLARIS recommends the use of POLARIS Synthetic Chaincase Lube. 
See page 100 for the part numbers of POLARIS products.

Oil Check

1. Position the vehicle on 

a level surface.

2. Remove the dipstick (1) 

and view the oil level 
on the dipstick.

3. Add the recommended 

oil as needed. Do not 
overfill.

4. Clean the magnetic 

plug (2).

5. Reinstall the dipstick.

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Spark Plugs

A new engine can cause temporary spark plug fouling due to the 
preservative added during the assembly process. Avoid prolonged idle 
speeds, which cause plug fouling and carbonization.

• Use recommended spark plugs with the proper gap.
• Torque spark plugs to 18-22 ft. lbs. (24-30 Nm).
• Always carry spare spark plugs.

NOTICE: Using non-recommended spark plugs can result in serious engine 

damage. A spark plug with a heat range too high will always cause 
engine damage if the engine is operated in conditions more severe 
than intended for that plug. Always use the spark plugs recommended 
for your snowmobile.

Spark Plug Condition

Spark plug condition is indicative of engine operation. The spark plug 
firing end condition should be read after the engine has been warmed up 
and the vehicle has been driven at higher speeds. Immediately check the 
spark plug for correct color.

CAUTION! A hot exhaust system and engine can cause burns. Wear 
protective gloves when removing a spark plug for inspection.

Incorrect fuel mixture can often cause a spark plug to appear too dark or 
too light in color. Before changing spark plug heat ranges, be sure the 
correct main jet is installed in the carburetor(s).