Snowmobile Polaris 600 IQ Widetrak (2017 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 
outlined in this manual. Record maintenance and service in the 
Maintenance 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 
performed by a qualified service technician. For continued optimum 
performance 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 
registered 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 
adjustments 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 
comfortable performing these tasks yourself, contact an authorized 
POLARIS dealer for service.

NOTICE: 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)

95

I

I

I

Clutches

95

I

I

I

I

Drive Belt

96

C

C

C

Belt Tension

--

I

I

I

I

Clutch Sheaves

97

I

I

I

I

ENGINE/COOLING

Engine Mounts

--

I

I

I

I

Recoil Rope

--

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Head Bolts

--

I

I

I

Cylinder Base Nuts

--

I

I

I

I

Ignition Timing BTDC

--

I

I

I

VES System

--

C

C

C

I

Coolant Level

86

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant Change

--

R - Every 5 years

Coolant Hose

--

I

I

I

I

Coolant Circulation

--

I

I

I

Coolant Leaks

--

I

I

I

I

Spark Plugs

82

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

89

I

I

I

I

Brake Disc

--

I

I

I

I

Parking Brakes

58

I

I

I

I

Brake System

57, 89

I

Brake Fluid

57

I

FUEL MANAGEMENT

Idle RPM

--

I

I

I

Throttle Lever

55, 71

I

I

I

I

I

Oil Pump Lever 
(synchronize)

--

I

I

I

Throttle Cable

80

L

L

L

Throttle Position Sensor

--

I

I

I

Fuel Lines

84

I

I

I

I

I

Fuel Filter

84

EVERY 2000 (3200) or EVERY 2 YEARS

Oil Filter

85

R

R

Oil Lines

--

I

I

I

Air Box

--

I

I

I

I

I

ELECTRICAL

Auxiliary Shut-Off 
Switch

61

I

I

I

I

I

Throttle Safety Switch

70

I

I

I

I

I

Ignition Switch

--

I

I

I

I

I

Taillight

61

I

I

I

I

I

Brake Light

61

I

I

I

I

I

Headlight

61

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 
Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

I

Drive Shaft Bearing

80

L

L

L

I

Skags (Wear Bars)

107

I

I

I

I

I

Ski Saddle/Spindle Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Hood Straps

56

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts 
and Nuts

103

I

I

I

I

I

Camber Alignment

--

I

I

I

Handlebar Centering

--

I

Tether Switch and Strap

61

I

I

I

I

I

Track Alignment

104

I

I

I

I

I

Track Tension

102

I

I

I

I

I

Front Limiter Strap

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rail Slide Condition

102

I

Gearcase Oil

79

I

R

I

R

I