Snowmobile Polaris RMK Shift / RMK / Dragon RMK (2008 year). Instruction - part 30

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WARRANTY

Limitations of warranties and remedies

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE 
IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PAR-
TICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ABOVE ONE YEAR 
WARRANTY PERIOD. POLARIS FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WAR-
RANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations 
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you if 
inconsistent with controlling state law.

How to Obtain Warranty Service

If your snowmobile requires warranty service, you must take it to a Polaris dealer autho-
rized to repair Polaris snowmobiles. When requesting warranty service you must present 
your copy of the Warranty Registration form to the dealer. (The cost of transportation to 
and from the dealer is YOUR responsibility). Polaris recommends that you use your 
original selling dealer; however, you may use any Polaris Servicing Dealer to perform 
warranty service.
Please work with your dealer to resolve any warranty issues. Your dealer will contact the 
appropriate personnel at Polaris if additional assistance is needed.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which 
vary from state to state.
If any of the above terms are void because of state or federal law, all other warranty 
terms will remain in effect.

Engine Oil

1. Mixing oil brands or using non-recommended oil may cause engine damage. We rec-
ommend the use of Polaris engine oil.
2. Damage resulting from the use of non-recommended lubricants may not be covered 
by warranty.

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Conditions and Exclusions

In order to qualify for warranty, the product must have been properly set up and tested 
by a Polaris Dealer (if applicable). Failure of any dealer to perform the required vehicle 
Pre-Delivery Inspection, perform all applicable service bulletins and have the consumer 
sign the PDI form prior to delivery may void the warranty. Failure to provide proof of 
required periodic maintenance upon request may result in denial of warranty coverage. 
Use of the recommended Polaris products for lubrication and maintenance as directed by 
the Owner’s manual is highly recommended. Should a failure occur during the warranty 
period resulting from the use of non-recommended products, warranty coverage may be 
denied.
Warranty does not apply to parts exposed to friction surfaces, stresses, environmental 
conditions and/or contamination. The following items are excluded from warranty con-
sideration if the failure was due to wear or not the direct result of a defect:

Warranty applies to the product only and does not allow for coverage of personal loss. 
Some items are considered “consumable,” meaning they are considered part of normal 
maintenance or part of completing an effective repair. The following items are excluded 
from warranty coverage in the event of a warranty claim:

This warranty also excludes failures resulting from improper lubrication; improper 
engine timing; improper fuel; surface imperfections caused by external stress, heat, cold 
or contamination; operator error or abuse; improper component alignment, tension, 
adjustment or altitude compensation; failure due to snow, water, dirt or other foreign 
substance ingestion/contamination; improper maintenance; modified components; use 
of aftermarket components resulting in failure; unauthorized repairs; repairs made after 
the warranty period expires or by an unauthorized repair center; use of the product in 
competition or for commercial purposes. Warranty will not apply to any product which 
has been damaged by abuse, accident, fire or any other casualty not determined a defect 
of materials or workmanship.

Skis

Ski wear rods

Tracks

Slide rails

Suspension components

Finished and unfinished surfaces

Brake components

Carburetor/Throttle body components

Seat components

Engine components

Clutches and components

Drive belts

Steering components

Hydraulic components

Batteries

Circuit breakers/Fuses

Light bulbs/Sealed beam lamps

Electronic components

Idler wheels

Spark Plugs

Lubricants such as oil, grease, etc.

Filters

Batteries (unless defective)

Fuel

Cosmetic damage/repair

Sealants

Coolants

Hotel fees

Meals

Towing charges

Shipping/ handling fees

Mileage

Product pick-up/delivery

Rentals/Loss of product use

Loss of vacation/personal time

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Polaris Second Year Engine Service Contract

Second Year Engine Service Contract is standard on all eligible new and unused snow-
mobiles

 

that were Snow Checked through an authorized Polaris dealer during the 

March/April Snow Check promotion. The free Second Year Engine Service Contract is 
honored by all authorized Polaris snowmobile dealers in North America and is transfer-
able 120 days after the original purchase date, free of charge, through any Polaris snow-
mobile dealer. Coverage on Snow Check units is automatic. Although you do not 
receive a warranty card, your dealership should have printed a copy of the warranty reg-
istration form. This form is your proof of warranty.

Consumer Exclusions

• Each repair visit after the first twelve months of standard warranty coverage is subject 

to a $50 deductible.

• The free Second Year Engine Service Contract applies to the first 5,000 miles or two 

(2) calendar years from date of purchase, whichever comes first. Tampering with the 
odometer shall void all warranties/service contracts. No extensions to coverage under 
this engine service contract can be given. Used snowmobiles are not eligible under this 
program.

• Snowmobiles used for commercial purposes or for racing are excluded from coverage.

Coverage

Coverage for second year engine failures due to defects in materials and workmanship 
will be determined by Polaris in its sole discretion. Coverage is automatic with no addi-
tional paperwork required. The free Second Year Engine Service Contract is subject to a 
$50 deductible per visit. Regular, documented service maintenance visits are required to 
validate this warranty.
A partial list of items excluded from coverage includes:
• Damage due to accident, fire, explosion, theft, or other causes beyond Polaris’ control.
• Damage caused by the failure of other components of the snowmobile.
• Failures caused by improper fuel or oil.
• Piston seizures, unless caused by a defective engine component.
• Failures caused due to improper adjustments.
• Failure due to unauthorized service.
• Failures due to lack of service as required in the owner’s manual or Polaris updates. 

This includes off-season storage as listed in the owner’s manual.

• Failure due to use of unauthorized parts or modifications.
• Normal wear parts, including but not limited to spark plugs, hoses, batteries, controls, 

and recoil ropes are excluded from coverage. Gaskets are covered, as are intake and 
exhaust manifolds excluding paint coverage.

• Electrical coverage is limited to the ECU box, coils, stator plate, and sensors. Wiring 

and other electrical components are excluded from coverage.

• Cooling system coverage is limited to the water pump assembly and components, fan, 

fan bearings, temperature sensor, gasket and seals.

• Non wear related throttle body parts are covered. The fuel pump is covered.
• Clutches and related clutch parts, including but not limited to, the drive belt, are 

excluded from coverage.

• Electrical components are excluded from coverage.
• Gearcases and transmissions are excluded from coverage.

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Exported Vehicles

EXCEPT WHERE SPECIFICALLY REQUIRED BY LAW, THERE IS NO WAR-
RANTY OR SERVICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD 
OUTSIDE THE COUNTRY OF THE SELLING DEALER’S AUTHORIZED LOCA-
TION.
This policy does not apply to vehicles that have received authorization for export from 
Polaris Industries. Dealers may not give authorization for export. You should consult an 
authorized dealer to determine this vehicle’s warranty or service bulletin coverage if you 
have any questions.
This policy does not apply to vehicles registered to government officials or military per-
sonnel on assignment outside the country of the selling dealer’s authorized location.
This policy does not apply to Safety Recalls.

How to Get Service

In the Country where your vehicle was purchased:
Warranty or Service Bulletin repairs must be done by an authorized Polaris dealer. If you 
move or are traveling within the country where your vehicle was purchased, Warranty or 
Service Bulletin repairs may be requested from any authorized Polaris dealer who sells 
the same line as your vehicle.
Outside the Country where your vehicle was purchased:
If you are traveling temporarily outside the country where your vehicle was purchased, 
you should take your vehicle to an authorized Polaris dealer. You must show the dealer 
photo identification from the country of the selling dealer’s authorized location as proof 
of residence. Upon residence verification, the servicing dealer will be authorized to per-
form the warranty repair.
If You Move:
If you move to another country, be sure to contact Polaris Customer Assistance and the 
customs department of the destination country before you move. Vehicles importation 
rules vary considerably from country to country. You may be required to present docu-
mentation of your move to Polaris Industries in order to continue your warranty cover-
age. You may also be required to obtain documentation from Polaris Industries in order 
to register your vehicle in your new country.
If Purchased From A Private Party:
If you purchase a Polaris product from a private citizen outside of the country in which 
the vehicle was originally purchased, all warranty coverage will be denied.

Notice

If your vehicle is registered outside of the country where it was purchased, and you have 
not followed the procedure set out above, your vehicle will no longer be eligible for war-
ranty or service bulletin coverage of any kind. (Vehicles registered to Government offi-
cials or military personnel on assignment outside of the country where the vehicle was 
purchased will continue to be covered by the basic warranty.)
For questions call Polaris Customer Assistance (see page 118).