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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Cooling System (RANGER 4X4, 6X6)
Radiator and Cooling Fan
Always check and clean the s creen and radiator fins at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 54. Do
not o bstruct or deflect air flow through the radiator by installing
unauthorized accessories i n front of the radiator or behind the cooling
fan. Interference with the radiator air flow can lead to overheating and
consequent engine damage.
CAUTIO N
Washing t he vehicle with a high-pressure hose could damage the
radiator fins and impair the radiator’s effectiveness. Exercise
caution if a high-pressure system is used for washing the vehicle.
Coolant Level
Always check and change the coolant at
the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 54.
Maintain the coolant l evel between the
minimum and maximum marks on the
bottle (when the flu id is cool). The
overflow bott le (1) is located in front of
the right front wheel.
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. View the coolant level in th e ov erflow bottle.
3. If the coolant level is below the safe operating range, lift the hood
and locate the overflow bottle lid. R emov e th e li d and use a funnel
to add coolant through the filler opening. Reinstall the cap.
NOTE: If coolant must be added often, or if the overflow bottle runs
complet ely dry, there may be a leak in the system. Have the
cooling system inspected by your Polaris dealer.
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