2004 Polaris Sportsman 700 Owners Manual - Page 88

Engine Cooling System Coolant Level MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION The recovery bottle (1) is located on the left side of the machine. To access the recovery bottle, remove the left side panel as outlined on page 90. 1 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 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 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 115 for the part numbers of Polaris 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. 85