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EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION
Any qualified repair shop or qualified person may maintain, replace, or repair the
emission control devices or systems on your snowmobile. An authorized
POLARIS dealer can perform any service that may be necessary for your
vehicle. POLARIS also recommends POLARIS parts for emissions related
service, however equivalent parts may be used for such service. It is a potential
violation of the Clean Air Act if a part supplied by an aftermarket parts
manufacturer reduces the effectiveness of the vehicle's emission controls.
Tampering with emission controls is prohibited by federal law.
EMISSION CONTROL LABEL
Your snowmobile is equipped at the time of sale with an emission control
information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions information hangtag.
These items are required by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
The ECI label is permanently affixed to either the right side of the tunnel or the
engine recoil cover. The ECI label should not be removed, even after you
purchase the snowmobile. You may remove the factory-installed emissions
information hangtag, which is intended solely for your use in making a
purchasing decision.
EMISSION CONTROL MAINTENANCE
REQUIREMENTS
Your snowmobile is certified to operate on gasoline with a minimum octane level
of 87 (R+M)/2. If your snowmobile is equipped with a check engine light and it
comes on, you must take your snowmobile to a qualified dealer for diagnostic
service. Specifications and adjustments for engine tune-ups are located in the
Service Manual, which is available to your qualified service technician. Reverse
(if equipped) must not be engaged during engine tune-ups.
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
Please read the Snowmobile Engine Emissions Limited Warranty, and read the
maintenance section of your owner's manual. You are responsible for ensuring
that the specified maintenance is performed. POLARIS recommends that you
contact an authorized POLARIS dealer, or other qualified person, to perform any
service that may be necessary.
NON-IONIZING RADIATION
This vehicle emits some electromagnetic energy. People with active or
non-active implantable medical devices (such as heart monitoring or controlling
devices) should review the limitations of their device and the applicable
electromagnetic standards and directives that apply to this vehicle.
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POLARIS RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
PROGRAM
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.
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 147.
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, your authorized POLARIS dealer can provide any needed
service.
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