Snowmobile Polaris Rush (2010 year). Manual - part 18

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MAINTENANCE

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 125.
The recommended maintenance schedule on your snowmobile calls for 

service and maintenance inspections at 150 miles (240 km), 500 miles 

(800 km) and 1000 miles (1600 km). These inspections should be per-

formed by a qualified service technician. For continued optimum perfor-

mance and component life, continue maintenance checks at 1000 mile 

(1600 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.

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

exhaust system and engine have cooled before tipping the snowmo-

bile on its side for service or inspection.

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

The following chart is a guide based on average riding conditions. You 

may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When 

inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, always use genuine 

Polaris parts, available from your Polaris dealer.

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

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

CLUTCH

Clutch Alignment Offset 

(without belt)

94

I

I

I

Drive Belt Condition

95

I

I

I

I

Clutches

94

C

C

C

Belt Tension

--

I

I

I

I

Clutch Sheaves

94

I

I

I

I

ENGINE/COOLING

Engine Mounts

--

I

I

I

I

Recoil Rope

--

I

I

I

I

Cylinder Head Bolts

--

I

I

I

Cylinder Base Nuts

--

I

I

I

I

Ignition Timing BTDC

--

I

I

I

VES System

--

C

C

C

I

Coolant Level

85

I

I

R

I

Coolant Hose

--

I

I

I

I

Coolant Circulation

--

I

I

I

Coolant Leaks

--

I

I

I

I

Spark Plugs

83

I

I

I

R

I

Exhaust Pipe

88

I

I

Exhaust Retaining 

Springs

88

I

I

I

I

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

Item

See 

Page

Frequency

150 mi.

(240 km)

500 mi.

(800 km)

1000 mi.

(1600 km)

2000 mi.

(3200 km)

Pre-

Season

BRAKES

Hose Routing

--

I

I

I

I

Hose Condition

--

I

I

I

I

Fluid Leaks

--

I

I

I

I

Brake Pads

90

I

I

I

I

Brake Disc

--

I

I

I

I

Parking Brakes

56

I

I

I

I

Brake System

55, 90

I

Brake Fluid

91

R

FUEL MANAGEMENT

Idle RPM

--

I

I

I

Throttle Lever

67

I

I

I

I

I

Oil Pump Lever 

(synchronize)

--

I

I

I

Throttle Cable

80

L

L

L

Throttle Position Sensor

--

I

I

I

Fuel Lines

81

I

I

I

I

I

Fuel Filter (Replace)

81

Initial

Every

Oil Filter

84

R

R

Oil Lines

84

I

I

I

Air Box

--

I

I

I

I

I

ELECTRICAL

Auxiliary Shut-Off 

Switch

58

I

I

I

I

I

Throttle Safety Switch

66

I

I

I

I

I

Ignition Switch

--

I

I

I

I

I

Taillight

58

I

I

I

I

I

Brakelight

58

I

I

I

I

I

Headlight

58

I

I

I

I

I

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Periodic Maintenance Interval Table

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

R - Replace

L - Lubricate

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

Steering Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

C

Rear Suspension 

Fasteners

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Suspension 

Bushings

106

I

I

I

Suspension Shock Oil

--

R

Rear Shock Threads

80

L

Cooling Fins and 

Shroud

--

I

I

I

I

Drive Shaft Bearing

80

L

L

L

I

Skags (Wear Bars)

105

I

I

I

I

I

Ski Saddle/Spindle Bolts

--

I

I

I

I

I

Drive Chain Tension

89

I

I

I

I

I

Hood and Side Panel 

Fasteners

77

I

I

I

I

I

Rear Wheel Idler Bolts

101

I

I

I

I

I

Idler Bolt Jam Nut

101

I

I

I

I

I

Camber Alignment

--

I

I

I

Handlebar Centering

--

I

Tether Switch and Strap

58

I

I

I

I

I

Track Alignment

102

I

I

I

I

I

Track Tension

100

I

I

I

I

I

Front Limiter Strap

--

I

I

I

I

I

Rail Slide Condition

106

I

Chaincase Oil

78

I

R

I

R

I