Snowmobile Polaris Rush (2010 year). Manual - part 26

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Ski Skags

WARNING! Worn skis and/or skags will adversely affect handling. Loss of 

vehicle control may result, causing serious injury or death. See your dealer's 

studding chart for recommended skags. If you install longer or more aggressive 

carbide skags than the original equipment, it may also be necessary to add track 

studs to maintain proper vehicle control while turning on hard-packed snow or 

ice.

Check skags before each use of the snowmobile to ensure positive steer-

ing characteristics. Skags must be replaced when worn to half their orig-

inal diameter. 

TIP: Carbide skags must be replaced if any abnormal wear or chipping is found.

Skag Replacement
Some models are equipped with single skags. Some models are 

equipped with dual skags.
1. Raise and support the front of 

the snowmobile so the skis are 

approximately 6I (15.2 cm) 

from the ground.

2. Remove the attaching nuts and 

pry the skag downward.

3. Remove the front end of the 

skag.

4. Remove the rear end of the 

skag.

5. Reverse the steps to install a 

skag.

Skag

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Rail Slide Wear

Measure slide thickness at 

several points along the rail. 

Have your dealer replace the 

slide when it's worn down to 

the top of the wear limit 

indicator groove (+). Do not 

operate the snowmobile if 

slide thickness measures less 

than 7/16I (1.1 cm).

Rear Suspension

Inspect the rear suspension bushings at the intervals outlined in the Peri-

odic Maintenance Table beginning on page 73. Inspect more often if the 

snowmobile is frequently operated in extreme conditions. Replace bush-

ings when they show evidence of wear.

7/16

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(1.1 cm)

+

+

+

+

+

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Fall Tune-Up

For maximum performance, arrange for a fall service tune-up with your 

Polaris dealer. His experienced and trained service technician will keep 

your snowmobile in peak operating condition.

Matte Clear Coat Cleaning (if equipped)

Matte finish products are prone to trapping dirt, oils and other contami-

nants. Polaris Industries recommends cleaning with warm water and a 

mild dish detergent. Use a soft sponge to gently rub the surface and rinse 

with clean warm water. For stubborn stains such as grease or oil use a 

citrus based cleaner (3M Citrus Base Cleaner recommended). Spray 

onto the area to be cleaned and rub with a soft sponge. Allow to sit for a 

couple of minutes and wash away with clean warm water. Repeat as 

necessary to clean the surface.

NOTICE: Never use a polishing/buffing wax or any sponge that has an abrasive 

surface. These products will buff the matte surface of the finish result-

ing in a glossy finish. It is not recommended that you clean matte fin-

ishes with a pressure washer as this will further imbed contaminants 

into the clear coat and possibly damage the decals.

Extended Storage

Off-season or extended storage of your snowmobile requires preventive 

measures to aid against deterioration and to prolong the useful life of 

many components. See page 110 for the part numbers of Polaris prod-

ucts. 

Cleaning and Preservation

Proper storage starts with cleaning, washing, and waxing the hood, side 

panels, chassis, and plastic parts. Wipe down remaining surfaces with a 

damp cloth. Clean and touch up with paint any rusted or previously 

painted surfaces. Be sure that corrosive salt and acids are removed from 

surfaces before beginning preservation with waxes and rust inhibitors 

(grease, oil or paint).
The snowmobile should be stored in a dry garage or shed, out of direct 

sunlight, and covered with a fabric snowmobile cover. Plastic tarp may 

cause condensation to form and damage snowmobile components.

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Controls and Linkage

Lubricate all bushings and cables as outlined in the Periodic Mainte-

nance Table beginning on page 74.

Clutch and Drive System

Remove the drive belt and store in a cool dry location. Do not lubricate 

clutch components, except the driven clutch shaft bushing as outlined in 

the Master Repair Manual. See your dealer.

Engine Protection

Proper preparation of the engine and fuel system is vital to the preven-

tion of rust and corrosion on precision engine parts during storage. 

Whenever the snowmobile is stored for a period of more than 60 days, 

the engine must be fogged with fogging oil. Follow the engine fogging 

instructions provided on the container.
Always add Premium Carbon Clean or a fuel conditioner/stabilizer to 

the fuel tank. Follow the instructions on the container, running the 

engine for five minutes to get additives through the entire fuel system. 

Top off with fresh fuel. Do not allow the snowmobile to run out of fuel.

Electrical Connections

Replace worn or frayed electrical wire and connectors. Be sure wiring 

harness is properly secured away from sharp edges, steering linkage, 

moving parts, and hot exhaust parts.

Track and Suspension

Moderate track tension should be maintained during summer storage. 

The snowmobile should be supported off the ground to allow the track 

to hang freely.