2004 Polaris Sportsman 600/700 Service Manual, Page 36Get this manual
COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION
A WARNING
Never remove the radiator pressure cap when file engine is warm or hotEscaping steam and fluid can
cause severe bumsThe engine must be allowed to cool before removing the pressure cap
NOTE: Th is procedure is only required if the cooling system has been drained for maintenance andor repairHowever, il the recovery bottie has run dry, or if overheating is evident, the level in the radialor should be inspected via the radialor cap lirst and coolant added if necessaryNOTE: Use 01 non-standard pressure cap will not allow the recovery system to function properlyTo access the radiator pressure cap: Remove the four screws securing front rack Turn handle bars lull left or right to provide more clearanceRemove front cover by placing your fingers under the front of the cover and pulling upward
The recovery bottle, located on the left side of the
machinemust be maintained betweentheminimum
and maximum levels indicated(111.1)
With the engine at operating temperature, the coo lant level should be between the upper and lower marks on the coo lant reservoirIf it is not: