2007-2011 Polaris IQ Snowmobiles Service Manual, Page 156Get this manual
Maintenance OFF-SEASON STORAGE
Chassis And Hood
Proper storage starts by cleaning, washing and waxing the hood, chassis, upholstery and plastic partsClean and touch up with paint any rusted or bare metal surfacesEnsure that all corrosive salt and acids are removed from surfaces before beginning preservation with waxes and rust inhibitors (grease, oil, or paint)If the machine is equipped with battery, disconnect the battery cables and clean the cables and battery postsFill battery to proper level with distilled water and charge to full capacityRemove and store the battery in cool dry placeThe machine should be stored in dry garage or shed out of the sunlight and covered with fabric snowmobile coverDo not use plastic to cover the machine; moisture will be trapped inside causing rust and corrosion problems
Corrosion
To prevent corrosion, always grease jackshaft and drive shaft (clutch side) bearings with Polaris Premium all season greaseLoosen driven clutch retaining bolt and pull clutch outward to expose bearingUse point type grease gun fitting to inject grease through hole in flangette into bearing until grease purges out inside or outside bearing sealPush clutch back on shaft and replace clutch retaining boltInject grease into fitting on speedometer drive adaptor until grease purges out inside or outside the bearing sealLubricate both front ski pivots at bushings and spindles