Polaris 340 User manual

2004

Touring & WideTrak

Snowmobiles

2004

Touring & WideTrak

Snowmobiles

Owner's Manual

for Vehicle Maintenance

and Safety

Owner's Manual

for Vehicle Maintenance

and Safety

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 cause cancer, birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

PROPOSITION 65

WARNING

Snowmobile engines discharge fuel

and exhaust, which contain chemicals

known to the State of California to

cause cancer and birth defects or other

reproductive harm, onto the snow on

which they operate. Keep this engine

properly tuned and avoid unnecessary

idling and spillage during fueling.

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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. Printed in U.S.A.

WELCOME

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

world-wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting

line of utility and recreational products.

Polaris Recreational Vehicles

SSnowmobiles

SAll-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

SWatercraft

SRANGER utility vehicles

SVictory motorcycles

Polaris Professional Series Workmobilest

SUtility Task Vehiclest(UTVs)

SPersonal Task Vehiclest(PTVs)

SAll-Surface Loaders (ASLs)

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.

We also take great pride in our Parts Apparel and Accessories (PAA)

products, available through our online store at www.purepolaris.com.

Have your accessories and clothing delivered right to your door!

POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of

Polaris Industries Inc.

WORKMOBILES, UTILITY TASK VEHICLE and PERSONAL

TASK VEHICLE are trademarks of Polaris Industries Inc.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction 5...............................

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 8.....................................

This section describes safe vehicle operation and identifies warning

decals and their locations.

Features 28..................................

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

features.

The Perfect Fit 30............................

This section explains how to tailor the suspension and other features

for an optimum riding experience.

Pre-Ride Inspections 51......................

This section explains procedures that must be performed before riding.

Operation 56.................................

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

general operating procedures.

Maintenance 73..............................

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

snowmobile’s regular maintenance.

Polaris Products 126.........................

Troubleshooting 127.........................

This section is a quick reference guide to solving problems.

Warranty 133................................

This section outlines specific warranty information.

Index 139....................................

INTRODUCTION

Important Notes for Owners and Drivers

nAfter reading this manual, store it in the snowmobile for

convenient reference. It should remain with the snowmobile when

sold.

nThe illustrations and photos used in this manual are general

representations. Your model may differ.

nFollow 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.

nYou 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.

nProtect and preserve your right to ride by joining your local trail

riding clubs.

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.

Respect your snowmobile;

respect your environment;

and you will earn

the respect of everyone.

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

The tunnel vehicle identification number (VIN) and engine serial

number are important for model identification when registering your

snowmobile, when obtaining insurance, and when ordering

replacement parts. In the event your snowmobile is stolen, these

numbers are essential to its recovery and identification.

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. If both keys are lost, the ignition switch must be

replaced. See your Polaris dealer.

NOTE: Record your snowmobile’s ID numbers and key number in the

spaces provided.

Tunnel VIN (lower right side of the tunnel) :

Engine Serial Number (right front side of engine crankcase):

Vehicle Model Number:

Key Number:

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, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts

you to the potential for personal injury.

The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may result

in serious injury or death.

The safety alert caution indicates a potential hazard that may result

in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

NOTE:

Anote will alert you to important information or instructions.

Acaution indicates a situation that may result in damage to the

vehicle.

CAUTION

WARNING

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