Snowmobile Polaris 600 Switchback / 800 Switchback (2013 year). Manual - part 21

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MAINTENANCE

Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

I - Inspect (clean, adjust, tighten, lubricate, replace if necessary)
C - Clean

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

Bolt Torque Inspection

To maintain proper chassis performance, see your POLARIS dealer for 
a bolt torque inspection every 1000 miles (1600 km). 

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

CHASSIS

Ski Toe Alignment

--

I

I

I

Suspension Mounting 
Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Bolt Torques

See your dealer every 1000 mi. (1600 km) for inspection

Steering Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

C

Rear Suspension 
Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Suspension 
Bushings

112

I

I

I

Suspension Shock Oil

--

R

Rear Shock Threads

85

L

Cooling Fins and 
Shroud

--

I

I

I

I

Skags (Wear Bars)

111

I

I

I

I

I

Ski Saddle/Spindle Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Drive Chain Tension

95

I

I

I

I

I

Hood and Side Panel 
Fasteners

85

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts

107

I

I

I

I

I

Idler Bolt Jam Nut

107

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Suspension Pivot 
Shaft

112

L

L

L

Camber Alignment

--

I

I

I

Handlebar Centering

--

I

Tether Switch and Strap

66

I

I

I

I

I

Track Tension

106

I

I

I

I

I

Track Alignment

108

I

I

I

I

I

Front Limiter Strap

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rail Slide Condition

112

I

Chaincase Oil

86

I

R

I

R

I

Item

Description

Engine Mounting Bolts

Remove drive clutch and resonator for access to all bolts

Chaincase Mounting Bolts

Two (2) TORX-head bolts on forward side of chaincase

Four (4) rear chaincase nuts

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MAINTENANCE

Hood/Side Panel

The hood and side panels of the 
snowmobile protect the operator 
from moving parts. Never operate 
a snowmobile with the side panels 
open or removed. Always ensure 
that the hood and side panels are 
securely in place before starting 
the engine.

To open a side panel, rotate the 
two 1/4-turn fasteners at the upper 
edges of the side panel. Release 
the side panel strap at the lower 
edge of the panel.

To remove an open side panel, pull 
the panel outward to release the 
tabs at the lower edge of the panel.

Removing the hood is not recommended. Any service requiring the 
removal of the hood should be performed by an authorized POLARIS 
dealer.

Lubrication

Rear Shock Body Threads

Lubricate rear shock body threads 
seasonally with a low-temperature 
synthetic grease.

Driveshaft Bearing

This model has sealed bearings that 
require no additional lubrication.

Strap

1/4-Turn Fasteners

Threads

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Lubrication

Chaincase Oil

Check and change the chaincase oil at the intervals outlined in the main-
tenance charts beginning on page 81. Maintain the oil level at the top of 
the fill plug hole. POLARIS recommends the use of POLARIS Syn-
thetic Chaincase Lube. See page 116 for the part numbers of POLARIS 
products.

Oil Level

1. Position the vehicle on a level 

surface.

2. Remove the fill plug.

3. Using a funnel, slowly add the 

recommended oil until the fluid 
begins to overflow.

4. Wipe the fill area with a clean 

cloth.

5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 

6-10 ft. lbs. (8-13 Nm). 

Oil Change 

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.

2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug. Remove the drain plug. 

Allow the oil to drain completely.

3. Clean off all metal shavings from the plug.

TIP: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and the oil tank should be clean and 

free of burrs, nicks or scratches.

4. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 6-10 ft. lbs. (8-13 Nm).

5. Remove the fill plug. Clean off all metal shavings from the plug.

6. Using a funnel, slowly add the recommended oil until the fluid 

begins to overflow. Fluid capacity is 9 oz. (266 ml).

7. Wipe the fill area with a clean cloth.

8. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 6-10 ft. lbs. (8-13 Nm).

Fill Plug

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MAINTENANCE

Intake Filters

The intake foam filters limit 
snow ingestion into the intake 
system. When operating in loose 
powder snow, check the foam 
filters periodically to remove 
any accumulation of snow.

Fuel Pump

All fuel pump service must be 
performed by an authorized 
POLARIS dealer. Do not 
attempt to service the fuel 
pump.

Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines

See your POLARIS dealer for replacement of the fuel filter at the inter-
vals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Table beginning on page 81.

Contaminated or poor quality fuel will shorten the life of the fuel filter 
and result in poor engine performance. Always store fuel in clean fuel 
containers. If low fuel pressure or reduced engine performance occurs 
between the recommended fuel filter service intervals, the filter may 
need replacement. See your dealer.

Inspect the fuel lines regularly for signs of deterioration or damage. 
Always check fuel line condition after periods of storage. Normal dete-
rioration from weather and fuel compounds may occur. Replace worn or 
damaged fuel lines promptly.

NOTICE: Kinking the fuel lines or using a pliers or similar tools to remove fuel 

lines may cause damage to the lines. If a fuel line has been damaged 
or kinked, replace it promptly.

Foam Filters