Snowmobile Polaris RMK Shift / RMK / Dragon RMK (2008 year). Instruction - part 27

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MAINTENANCE

Extended Storage

Off-season or extended storage of your snowmobile requires preventive 
measures to aid against deterioration and to prolong the useful life of 
many components. See page 112 for the part numbers of Polaris prod-
ucts.

Cleaning and Preservation

Proper storage starts with cleaning, washing, and waxing the hood, 
chassis, and plastic parts. Wipe down remaining surfaces with a damp 
cloth. Clean and touch up with paint any rusted or previously painted 
surfaces. Be sure that corrosive salt and acids are removed from surfaces 
before beginning preservation with waxes and rust inhibitors (grease, oil 
or paint).

The snowmobile should be stored in a dry garage or shed, out of direct 
sunlight, and covered with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may 
cause condensation to form and damage snowmobile components.

Controls and Linkage

Lubricate all bushings, spindle shafts, tie rod ends and cables as outlined 
in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 72.

Bearings

Grease the jackshaft and drive shaft clutch side bearings with Polaris 
Premium All-Season Grease or a similar high quality grease to prevent 
corrosion.

Clutch and Drive System

Remove the drive belt and store in a cool dry location. Do not lubricate 
clutch components, except the driven clutch shaft bushing as outlined in 
the Master Repair Manual. See your dealer.

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Extended Storage

Engine and Carburetor Protection (Carbureted Models)

Proper preparation of the engine and fuel system is vital to the preven-
tion of rust and corrosion on precision engine parts during storage. 
Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days, the 
engine must be fogged with fogging oil. Follow the engine fogging 
instructions provided on the container.

Always add Premium Carbon Clean or a fuel conditioner/stabilizer to 
the fuel tank. Follow the instructions on the container, running the 
engine for five minutes to get additives through the entire fuel system. 
Top off with fresh fuel. Do not allow the snowmobile to run out of fuel.

If stabilizer is not used, drain the carburetors by removing the water trap 
drain plugs. See page 84. 

Jet restriction caused by improper storage can cause lean conditions and 
very poor slow speed driving quality.

Engine Protection (Fuel Injected Models)

Proper preparation of the engine and fuel system is vital to the preven-
tion of rust and corrosion on precision engine parts during storage. 
Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days, the 
engine must be fogged with fogging oil. Follow the engine fogging 
instructions provided on the container.

NOTE:

Do not spray fogging oil into the plenum. Remove the plenum and 

spray the fogging oil into the boost box. Continue spraying until the 

engine stops.

Always add Premium Carbon Clean or a fuel conditioner/stabilizer to 
the fuel tank. Follow the instructions on the container, running the 
engine for five minutes to get additives through the entire fuel system. 
Top off with fresh fuel. Do not allow the snowmobile to run out of fuel. 
See page 68.

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Extended Storage

Electrical Connections

Replace worn or frayed electrical wire and connectors. Be sure wiring 
harness is properly secured away from sharp edges, steering linkage, 
moving parts, and hot exhaust parts.

Track and Suspension

Moderate track tension should be maintained during summer storage. 
The machine should be supported off the ground to allow the track to 
hang freely.

Transporting the Snowmobile

Whenever the snowmobile is transported:

1. Turn the fuel valve off. See page 28.

2. Be sure the fuel cap and oil cap are installed correctly.

3. Always tie the snowmobile to the transporting unit securely using 

suitable straps.

4. Remove the ignition key to prevent loss.

112

POLARIS PRODUCTS

Part No.

Description

Engine Lubricants

2870791

Fogging Oil (12 oz. Aerosol)

2871098

Premium 2-Cycle Engine Oil (qt.)

2871097

Premium 2-Cycle Engine Oil (gal.)

2871240

Premium 2-Cycle Engine Oil (2.5 gal.)

2871721

Premium Gold Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (qt.)

2871722

Premium Gold Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (gal.)

2872347

Premium Gold Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (2.5 gal.)

2874438

VES II Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (qt.)

2874439

VES II Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (gal.)

2874443

VES II Synthetic 2-Cycle Engine Oil (2.5 gal.)

Chaincase Lubricants

2873105

Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant (qt.)

2872951

Synthetic Chaincase Lubricant (12 oz.)

Grease/Specialized Lubricants

2871312

Grease Gun Kit, Premium All Season (3 oz.)

2871322

Premium All Season Grease (3 oz. cartridge)

2871423

Premium All Season Grease (14 oz. cartridge)

2871329

Dielectric Grease (Nyogel

t

)

Coolant

2871323

Anitfreeze, 60/40 Premix (gal.)

2871534

Anitfreeze, 60/40 Premix (qt.)

Additives/Miscellaneous

2871326

Carbon Clean Plus (12 oz.)

2870652

Fuel Stabilizer (16 oz.)

2872189

DOT 4 Brake Fluid (12 oz.)

2872893

Engine Degreaser (12 oz.)

2870505

Isopropyl

2872889

Brake and Clutch Cleaner 

2872890

Carb and Throttle Body Cleaner