Snowmobile Polaris Trail RMK (2010 year). Instruction - part 10

 

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Snowmobile Polaris Trail RMK (2010 year). Instruction - part 10

 

 

41

THE PERFECT FIT

Traction Products

A skag is a replaceable bar attached to the underside of the ski to assist 

in turning the snowmobile and to prevent ski wear caused by contact 

with roads and other bare terrain. The addition of carbide skags is rec-

ommended with studded tracks to help maintain proper vehicle steering 

and control. Similarly, if your machine is equipped with carbide skags 

or if you’re adding them, it may be necessary to add track studs to main-

tain proper vehicle control. Proper balance must be maintained between 

the number of studs and the length of the carbide on skags. The more 

studs used, the longer the carbide on the skags should be. See your 

dealer’s track studding chart for recommended studding and skags.

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Inspect skags and studs frequently. Worn studs or skags may reduce 

steering and braking control on hard-packed snow and ice. Replace 

worn studs and skags to maintain proper balance and vehicle control. 

See page 99.
When studded tracks are used, increased wear to the brake pads will 

result from increased braking. Extended-wear brake pad kits are avail-

able. See your dealer for more information.

NOTICE: Aggressive studding patterns may require that you grind protruding 

stud bolts flush to prevent idler wheel damage. Maintain track tension 

on studded tracks on the tight side of the spec to prevent heat 

exchanger damage. Center of stud must be at least 1 1/8 inches (2.86 

cm) from the outside edge of the track.

Use only Polaris traction products on your snowmobile. Track warran-

ties are void if track damage or failure results from improper or exces-

sive stud installation or the use of non-Polaris traction products.

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THE PERFECT FIT

Traction Products

Wear Strips

To avoid excessive tunnel or cooler damage, 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.

NOTICE: Never add shims to the wear strip. Track damage will result due to 

lack of clearance between upper carrier wheels and track.

Components as viewed from the rear of the track:
1. Top of tunnel
2. Wear strip
3. Track
4. Wear strip mounting holes

NOTICE: 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.

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2

4

3

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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 (

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) on the referenced pages to 

locate the pre-ride inspection items

Item

See Page

Drive Belt Condition

87, 90

Steering System

47

Recoil Rope

47

Parking Brake Lock/Brake Lever/Brake System

45, 46, 81

Auxiliary Shut-Off Switch (Engine Stop Switch)

58

Ignition Switch

48

Taillight/Brakelight/Headlight

48

Suspension Mounting Bolts

100

Skags (Wear Bars)

41, 99

Ski Saddle and Spindle Bolts

100

Hood Straps/Latches

47

Throttle Lever/Safety Switch

44, 58, 59

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts

95, 100

Tether Switch/Strap

N/A

Track Alignment/Condition

47, 96

Front Torque Arm Limiter Strap Condition

--

Rail Slide Condition

100

Chaincase Oil Level

73

Injection Oil Level

55

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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.

WARNING! Operating the vehicle with worn, damaged, or malfunctioning 

components could result in serious injury or death. 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.

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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. See page 59.

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Throttle Safety Switch

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

See page 58.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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