Polaris Sportsman 850 - Cooling System Hoses; Coolant Strength; Type

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7. Fill recovery bottle to “MAX” level with Polaris
Premium 50/50 antifreeze/coolant or a 50/50 mixture
of antifreeze/coolant and distilled water as required
for freeze protection in your area.
8. Reinstall the recovery bottle cap.
9. If coolant was required, start engine and check for
leaks. Make sure radiator fins are clean to prevent
overheating.
10.Add coolant as needed. Maintain the coolant level
between the “MIN” and “MAX” marks on the bottle.
11. Reinstall the front rack assembly.
COOLING SYSTEM HOSES
1. Inspect all hoses for cracks, deterioration, abrasion
or leaks. Replace if necessary.
2. Check tightness of all hose clamps.
CAUTION
Do not over-tighten hose clamps at radiator, or radiator
fitting may distort, causing a restriction to coolant flow.
TORQUE
Radiator Hose Clamp
35 in-lbs (4 Nm)
COOLANT STRENGTH / TYPE
Test the strength of the coolant using an antifreeze
hydrometer.
• A 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and distilled water will
provide the optimum cooling, corrosion protection, and
antifreeze protection.
• Do not use tap water, straight antifreeze, or straight
water in the system. Tap water contains minerals and
impurities which build up in the system.
• Straight water or antifreeze may cause the system to
freeze, corrode, or overheat.
FLUID CAPACITY
Recommended Antifreeze/Coolant:
Polaris 50/50 Extended Life Antifreeze
MAINTENANCE