Snowmobile Polaris Turbo IQ LXT (2014 year). Manual - part 27

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MAINTENANCE

Exhaust System

Check the exhaust system for wear or damage at the intervals outlined in 
the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 91.

CAUTION! Hot exhaust system parts can cause burns. Allow adequate time for 
the exhaust system to cool. Never perform this procedure with the engine 
running.

1. Allow the engine and exhaust system to cool completely.

2. Open the hood.

3. Inspect the muffler and pipes for cracks or damage. Check for weak 

or missing retaining springs or damper/support grommets.

4. Replace any damaged or missing components.

5. Clean the plastic surfaces next to the muffler with aerosol Carbure-

tor and Throttle Body Cleaner. See page 141 for the part numbers of 
POLARIS products.

6. Close the hood.

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MAINTENANCE

Cooling System

Coolant

The coolant supplied in the system is a 60/40 mixture of ethylene-glycol 
and distilled water. This mixture provides protection against freezing. 
Contact your dealer if greater protection is required.

Use Premium 60/40 anti-freeze coolant, which is already premixed and 
ready to use. Do not dilute with water. Never exceed a 60% antifreeze/
40% water mixture. See page 141 for the part numbers of POLARIS 
products.

Tip: Never add tap water to the cooling system. Minerals cause deposits and 

may react adversely with the metals in the engine and cooling system.

Use of a non-standard pressure cap will not allow the recovery system to 
function properly. If the pressure cap needs replacement, contact your 
dealer for the correct part.

CAUTION! Steam and hot liquids will cause burns to your skin. Never remove 
the pressure cap when the engine is warm or hot.

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MAINTENANCE

Cooling System

Coolant Level

The engine coolant level is controlled 
by the recovery system. The recovery 
system components are:

• Coolant reservoir bottle

• Filler neck

• Pressure cap

• Coolant overflow tank

• Connecting hoses

Always maintain the coolant level at 
the “COLD FILL” mark on the cool-
ant overflow tank (when the engine is cold).

NOTICE: Operating the snowmobile with insufficient coolant will result in 

overheating and serious engine damage. Always maintain the coolant 
level as recommended.

“COLD FILL” 

Mark

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MAINTENANCE

Cooling System

Coolant High Temperature Indicator Light

The high temperature indicator light will illuminate when engine cool-
ant temperature becomes too hot for safe continued operation of the 
engine. Stop the snowmobile and allow the engine to cool. Place snow 
on the coolers to help cool the engine. If coolant is low in the coolant 
reservoir bottle, add coolant to the bottle. Do not open the radiator pres-
sure cap.

CAUTION! Steam and hot liquids will cause burns to your skin. Never remove 
the pressure cap when the engine is warm or hot, or if any part of the cooling 
system is warm or hot.

NOTICE: Operating the snowmobile when the high temperature indicator light is 

illuminated can result in serious engine damage. Always stop the 
snowmobile and cool the engine when the high temperature indicator 
light illuminates.

Drive in adequate snow to prevent overheating. If you must drive your 
snowmobile after the high temperature indicator light has illuminated, 
drive in deep snow. Drive slowly and stop frequently to allow the engine 
to cool down. Engine performance will be reduced if you continue oper-
ating when the high temperature light is illuminated.