2003 Polaris Universal ATV Owners Manual - Page 101

Engine Cooling System Coolant Level MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION The recovery bottle (1) is located on GEN III the left side of the machine. To 1 access the recovery bottle on Gen IV machines, remove the left side panel. See page 111. The fluid level must be maintained between the minimum and maximum marks on the bottle (when the fluid is cool). The engine coolant level is controlled or maintained by the recovery system. The recovery system components are the recovery GEN IV bottle, radiator filler neck, radiator pressure cap and connecting hose. As coolant operating temperature increases, the expanding (heated) excess coolant is forced out of the 1 radiator, past the pressure cap, and into the recovery bottle. As engine coolant temperature decreases, the contracting (cooled) coolant is drawn back up from the tank, past the pressure cap, and into the radiator. NOTE: Some coolant level drop on new machines is normal, as the system is purging itself of trapped air. Observe coolant levels and maintain as recommended by adding coolant to the recovery bottle. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Premium 60/40 anti-freeze/coolant or a 50/50 mixture of high quality aluminum compatible anti-freeze/coolant and distilled water. See page 141 for the part numbers of Polaris-recommended products. NOTE: Polaris Premium 60/40 is already premixed and ready to use. Do not dilute with water. NOTE: Always follow the manufacturer's mixing recommendations for the freeze protection required in your area. 99