MAINTENANCE COOLING SYSTEM With the engine at operating temperature, the coolant level should be between the MAX and MIN marks on the coolant recovery bottle. If not, perform the following procedure. Cooling System Overview The engine coolant level is controlled, or maintained, by the recovery system. The recovery system components are the recovery bottle, radiator filler neck, radiator pressure cap and connecting hose. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2 2. View the coolant level in the recovery bottle. The coolant level can be viewed from inside the front right wheel well.
As coolant operating temperature increases, the expanding (heated) excess coolant is forced out of the radiator past the pressure cap and into the recovery bottle. As engine coolant temperature decreases the contracting (cooled) coolant is drawn back up from the bottle, past the pressure cap, and into the radiator. NOTE: Some coolant level drop on new vehicles is normal as the system is purging itself of trapped air. Observe coolant level often during the break-in period. CAUTION Overheating of engine could occur if air is not fully purged from system. 3.
If the coolant level is below the “MIN” line on the bottle, remove the front rack assembly to access the radiator pressure cap and recovery bottle cap. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Premium 60/40 anti- freeze/coolant or a 50/50 mixture of high quality aluminum compatible anti-freeze/coolant and distilled water. NOTE: If overheating is evident, allow system to cool completely and check coolant level in the radiator and inspect for signs of trapped air in system. NOTE: Polaris Premium 60/40 is already premixed and ready to use. Do not dilute with water. Coolant Level Inspection WARNING The pressure cap and recovery bottle are located underneath the front rack as shown below.
Maintain the coolant level between the “MIN” and “MAX” levels indicated on the recovery bottle. Never remove the pressure cap when the engine is warm or hot. Escaping steam can cause severe burns. The engine must be cool before removing the pressure cap. 4. Remove the pressure cap. Using a funnel, add coolant to the top of the radiator filler neck. 5. Reinstall the pressure cap. NOTE: Use of a non-standard pressure cap will not allow the recovery system to function properly. 6. Remove recovery bottle cap and add coolant using a funnel. 7.
Fill recovery bottle to “MAX” level with Polaris Premium 60/40 Anti-Freeze/Coolant or a 50/50 mixture of anti- freeze/coolant and distilled water as required for freeze protection in your area. 8. Reinstall the recovery bottle cap. 2.21