Polaris 550 INDY 144 Bedienungsanleitung

SnowmobileOwner'sManual

forMaintenanceandSafety

550INDY 144

550INDY LXT

550INDY Adventure

550INDYVoyageur

™

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety

precautions in this manual and on all product labels.

Failure to follow the safety precautions

could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals

known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects

or other reproductive harm.

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WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to our

world-wide family of POLARIS enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at

www.polaris.com for the latest news, new product introductions,

upcoming events, career opportunities and more.

Here at POLARIS we proudly produce an exciting line of utility and

recreational products.

• Snowmobiles

• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

• Low emission vehicles (LEVs)

•RANGER®utility vehicles

•RZR®sport vehicles

• VICTORY® motorcycles

• GEM® vehicles

We believe POLARIS sets a standard of excellence for all utility and

recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of

experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of

your POLARIS vehicle, making it the finest machine we’ve ever

produced.

For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the

instructions and recommendations in this owner’s manual. Your manual

contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about

major repairs is outlined in the POLARIS Service Manual and should be

performed only by a factory certified Master Service Dealer® (MSD)

technician.

Your POLARIS dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your

total satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your

service needs during, and after, the warranty period.

The following are trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.:

is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant

improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor

discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in

this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for

reference use only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any

reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole

or in part, is expressly prohibited.

The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as

translations of the original instructions.

Printed in U.S.A.

2015 Owner’s Manual

550 INDY LXT/550 INDY Adventure/550 INDY Voyageur/550 INDY 144

P/N 9925097

POLARIS® INDY® PERC® INDY VOYAGEUR™

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

This section contains helpful information for owners and drivers and

illustrates the location of important identification numbers that should

be recorded in the owner's manual.

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

This section describes safe vehicle operation and identifies warning

labels and their locations.

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

This section identifies the locations of your snowmobile's controls and

features.

The Perfect Fit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

This section includes suspension set-up information and explains how to

make additional suspension adjustments for the perfect riding

experience.

Pre-Ride Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

This section explains procedures that must be performed before riding.

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

This section explains proper engine break-in, operation of features and

general operating procedures.

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

This section defines your role, and your dealer's role, in your

snowmobile's regular maintenance.

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

POLARIS Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

INTRODUCTION

Important Notes for Owners and Drivers

After reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile (if possible) for

convenient reference. It should remain with the snowmobile when the

snowmobile is sold.

Some of the illustrations and photos used in this manual are general

representations. Your model may differ.

Follow the maintenance program outlined in this manual. Preventive

maintenance ensures that critical components of the snowmobile are

inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

You and your dealer must complete the registration form included with

your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is necessary

to ensure warranty coverage.

Protect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail riding

clubs.

When teaching inexperienced operators to ride, set up a predetermined

course for practice. Make sure they know how to drive and control the

snowmobile before allowing them to make longer trips. Teach them

proper snowmobile courtesy, and enroll them in driver’s training and

safety courses sponsored by local or state organizations.

INTRODUCTION

Preservation of the Environment

POLARIS is committed to supporting an environmental education

campaign. We encourage state and provincial governments across the

snowbelt to adopt rigorous safety training programs that encourage

protection of our environment, including wildlife and vegetation.

Snowmobile clubs and other organizations are working together to

protect our environment. Please support their efforts and operate your

snowmobile with consideration for the protection and preservation of

our environment.

Noise Level

One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the standard-setting body for

snowmobile development, recommends that snowmobiles conform to

prescribed sound levels.

POLARIS snowmobiles are engineered to conform to these SAE

standards. Our muffler systems are designed to reduce noise levels and

must not be altered or removed. The sound of your snowmobile may not

be welcome to non-snowmobilers, so you have a responsibility to

operate your snowmobile with concern for others. We do our part by

manufacturing quieter machines; we ask your help to further reduce the

impact of noise by operating your snowmobile safely and responsibly.

Air Pollution

POLARIS engineers continuously investigate ways to reduce emission

levels of two-stroke engines. We expect our efforts to lead to the

reduction of potential air pollution.

In addition to our technological research, we encourage government

agencies, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, ecologists, and other

interested parties to work together to develop data on environmental

topics.

INTRODUCTION

Vehicle Identification Numbers

Record your snowmobile's identification numbers and key number in

the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place.

Your key can be duplicated only by mating a POLARIS key blank with

one of your existing keys, so if both keys are lost, the ignition switch

must be replaced.

Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________

Tunnel VIN (right side of tunnel): ____________________________________________

Engine Serial Number (on recoil housing): ____________________________________

Key Number: ___________________________________________________________

Tunnel VIN

SAFETY

Operator Safety

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual

and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and

symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading

the manual.

The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

DANGER

A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING

A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION

A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in

minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE

A NOTICE indicates a situation that could result in property damage.

The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an action NOT to take in order

to avoid a hazard.

The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an action that NEEDS to be

taken to avoid a hazard.

SAFETY

Operator Safety

Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 64

of this manual to ensure that all critical components on the snowmobile

are thoroughly inspected by your dealer at specific mileage intervals.

Driving a snowmobile requires your full attention. DO NOT drink alcohol or use

drugs or medications before or while driving or riding as a passenger. They will

reduce your alertness and slow your reaction time.

Snowmobiles are capable of traveling at high speeds. Use extra caution to

ensure operator safety. Make sure your snowmobile is in excellent operating

condition at all times. Always check major and vital safety components before

every ride.

All POLARIS snowmobiles are designed and tested to provide safe operation

when used as directed. Failure of critical machine components may result from

operation with any modifications, especially those that increase speed or power.

DO NOT MODIFY YOUR MACHINE. The snowmobile may become

aerodynamically unstable at speeds higher than those for which it is designed.

Loss of control may occur at higher speeds. Modifications may also create a

safety hazard and lead to bodily injury.

The warranty on your entire machine is terminated if any equipment has been

added, or any modifications have been made, to increase the speed or power of

the snowmobile.

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