2.18
MAINTENANCE
Engine Mounts
Inspect rubber engine mounts (A) for cracks or damage.
Check engine fasteners and mounts, ensure they are tight.
Spark Plug
1. Clean plug area so no dirt and debris can fall into engine
when plug is removed. Remove spark plug high tension
lead.
2. Remove spark plug.
3. Inspect electrodes for wear and carbon buildup. Look for
a sharp outer edge with no rounding or erosion of the
electrodes.
4. Clean with electrical contact cleaner or a glass bead spark
plug cleaner only.
5. Measure gap with a wire gauge. Refer to specifications for
proper spark plug type and gap. Adjust gap if necessary by
bending the side electrode carefully.
6. If necessary, replace spark plug with proper type.
7. Apply a small amount of anti-seize compound to the spark
plug threads.
8. Install spark plug and torque to specification.
Active Descent Control (ADC) Reservoir
Level
The Active Descent Control reservoir is located by the radiator
fill cap. Check the level and verify it is between the ‘MAX’ and
‘MIN’ lines. Add only Polaris ADC fluid when required.
CAUTION
A wire brush or coated abrasive should not
be used for cleaning sparkplugs.
CAUTION
Severe engine damage may occur if the incorrect
spark plug is used.
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Recommended Spark Plug
Refer to the Specifications page in
Chapter 1 for spark plug type.
Spark Plug Torque: 18 ft.lbs. (24 Nm)
Spark Plug Gap
.036 (0.9 mm)