Snowmobile Polaris FS IQ Widetrak (2013 year). Manual - part 19

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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.

Emission Control Label

Your snowmobile is equipped at the time of sale with an emission con-
trol information (ECI) label and a factory-installed emissions informa-
tion 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 avail-
able 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 responsi-
ble for ensuring that the specified maintenance is performed. POLARIS 
recommends that you contact an authorized POLARIS dealer 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

To ensure many trouble-free miles of snowmobiling enjoyment, follow 
recommended regular maintenance and perform service checks as out-
lined in this manual. Record maintenance and service in the Mainte-
nance Log beginning on page 151.

The recommended maintenance schedule on your snowmobile calls for 
service and maintenance inspections at 150 miles (240 km), 500 miles 
(800 km) and 1500 miles (2400 km). These inspections should be per-
formed by a qualified service technician. For continued optimum perfor-
mance and component life, continue maintenance checks at 1500 mile 
(2400 km) intervals.

All necessary replacement parts and labor incurred, with the exception 
of authorized warranty repairs, become the responsibility of the regis-
tered 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 adjust-
ments 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 comfort-
able performing these tasks yourself, contact an authorized POLARIS 
dealer for service.

POLARIS does not recommend tipping the snowmobile onto it's side for 
service. In the event of a tip-over or rollover, check the oil level before 
operating the snowmobile.

 

Inspect the foam oil breather element any 

time the snowmobile has been tipped onto its left side. Clean the ele-
ment if oil is present. See page 92.

NOTICE: Hot components can cause damage to plastic. Always make sure the 

exhaust system and engine have cooled if you must tip the 
snowmobile on its side for service or inspection.

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

O = Perform Service
X = Replace

DA

IL

Y or

PR

E-R

ID

E

INITIALLY

Miles (km)

YE

AR

L

Y

or EVE

R

Y

M

ile

s (

k

m)

Item

Pg

Instructions

(see referenced pages)

150

(240)

500

(800)

1500

(2400)

Engine Stop Switch

63

Test for proper operation. 
Do not operate if switches 
fail, see your dealer for ser-
vice.

O

Ignition Switch

63

O

Throttle Safety Switch

74

O

Taillight

63

Test for proper operation, 
replace bulbs as needed

O

Brakelight

63

O

Headlight

63

O

Skags (Wear Bars)

127

Inspect for wear or damage, 
replace when worn

O

Fluid Leaks

--

Inspect for fluid leaks

O

Parking Brake

60

Test for proper engage-
ment and release, see your 
dealer for service

O

Brake Lever

59

Check lever travel and lever 
“feel”

O

Coolant

103

Inspect level, add as 
needed

O

Brake fluid

59

O

CHANGE EVERY 2 YEARS

Hood Latches

58

Secure properly, replace if 
damaged

O

Seat Latches

57

O

Rail Slide

124

Inspect for wear or damage, 
replace when worn

O

Radiator/Cooling Fins

--

Inspect for debris, clean

O

O

O

O

Foam Oil Breather 
Element

92

Check pre-ride, clean or 
replace with each oil 
change. Check/clean after 
tipping onto left side.

O

O

O

O

Front and Rear 
Suspension and 
Steering Fasteners

62

Inspect for missing or loose 
bolts and fasteners, tighten 
or replace as needed

WEEKLY / BEFORE LONG TRIPS

Front Limiter Strap

--

Inspect for wear, damage 
and missing or loose fasten-
ers, replace as needed

WEEKLY / BEFORE LONG TRIPS

Oil Lines

--

Inspect, replace if worn or 
damaged

O

O

O

O

Alternator Belt

100

Check tension and condi-
tion, replace if worn or dam-
aged

O

O

O

O

Throttle Lever

57
75

Verify smooth and proper 
operation

O

O

O

O

Track Alignment

124

Verify alignment, adjust as 
needed

O

O

O

O

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MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

O = Perform Service
X = Replace

DA

IL

Y or

PR

E-R

ID

E

INITIALLY

Miles (km)

YE

AR

L

Y

or EVE

R

Y

M

ile

s (

k

m)

Item

Pg

Instructions

(see referenced pages)

150

(240)

500

(800)

1500

(2400)

Coolant Hoses

--

Inspect, replace if worn or 
damaged

O

O

O

Heat Exchangers

--

Inspect, replace if damaged

O

O

O

Fuel Lines

99

Inspect, replace if worn or 
damaged

O

O

O

Battery

128

Clean terminals, test volt-
age

O

O

O

Track Tension

122

Verify tension, adjust as 
needed

O

O

O

Handlebars

--

Verify alignment, adjust as 
needed

O

O

O

Rear Track Shock

--

Inspect covers and caps for 
wear or damage, replace as 
needed

EVERY

Gearcase Oil

95

Check at 500 mi. (800 km), 
change every 1000 mi. 
(1600 km)

O

EVERY 

1000 

(1600)

Rear Suspension

94

Lubricate pivot shafts (more 
often in wet snow condi-
tions)

O

O

Bearings

93

131

Lubricate drive shaft 
bearings

O

O

Throttle Cable

93

Lubricate

O

O

Clutches

115

Verify offset alignment, 
inspect for wear, residue, 
loose bushings, see your 
dealer for all service

O

O

Drive Belt

116

Check tension and condi-
tion, replace if worn or dam-
aged

O

O

Oil Change

88
92

Replace oil and clean the 
foam oil breather element

X

X