Product Category:
High-performance snowmobile
Target Audience:
Enthusiasts seeking performance, agility, and trail riding capabilities.
Competitor Brands:
Ski-Doo, Arctic Cat, Yamaha
Key Differentiators:
Polaris's reputation for powerful engines and innovative chassis design.
Model Highlights:
The 700 IQ was known for its responsive handling and strong power delivery, often favored for trail riding and general sport use.
Engine Service:
Yes, including disassembly, inspection, assembly, and troubleshooting for the 700cc Liberty engine.
Fuel System Service:
Yes, covering fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, and related components.
Ignition System Service:
Yes, detailing spark plugs, coils, and ECU related diagnostics.
Cooling System Service:
Yes, including radiator, coolant, thermostat, and pump maintenance.
Drive System Service:
Yes, covering the primary and secondary clutch systems, drive belt, and chaincase.
Suspension Service:
Yes, including front and rear suspension components, shocks, springs, and linkage adjustments.
Braking System Service:
Yes, covering hydraulic brake system, caliper, rotor, and brake fluid replacement.
Electrical System Service:
Yes, detailing wiring diagrams, battery, lighting, ignition switch, and accessory circuits.
Chassis And Bodywork Service:
Yes, including frame, plastic panels, seat, handlebars, and storage compartment service.
Track And Skid System Service:
Yes, covering track inspection, tensioning, and skid frame maintenance.
Routine Maintenance:
Yes, including oil changes, filter replacements, lubrication points, and general inspection.
Troubleshooting:
Yes, comprehensive diagnostic procedures and symptom-based troubleshooting guides.
Repair Procedures:
Yes, step-by-step instructions for all major component repairs and overhauls.
Disassembly And Assembly:
Yes, detailed instructions for taking apart and reassembling all vehicle systems.
Adjustment Procedures:
Yes, including clutch, chaincase, suspension, and brake adjustments.
Electrical Diagnostics:
Yes, including use of multimeters, circuit testing, and fault code interpretation (if applicable).
Torque Specifications:
Yes, critical torque values for all fasteners.
Diagnostic Capability:
Advanced, enabling in-depth troubleshooting and repair for professional technicians and experienced DIY enthusiasts.
Rebuild Capability:
Complete, covering engine, transmission, and suspension overhauls.
Special Tools:
Likely includes mentions and potentially illustrations of special tools required for specific procedures.
Engine Type:
Liquid-cooled, 2-stroke, 3-cylinder Liberty engine
Bore X Stroke:
Not specified in product description, but typical for this era might be around 72 mm x 56.5 mm.
Horsepower:
Approximately 120-130 HP (exact rating not provided in product description)
Torque:
Not specified in product description
Fuel Delivery:
Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (minimum 87 octane recommended, check manual for specific grade)
Oil Type:
2-stroke synthetic blend oil (Polaris Premium 2-Stroke Oil or equivalent meeting API TC or ISO-L-EGD standards).
Oil Delivery:
Autolube (oil injection system)
Cooling System:
Liquid-cooled
Transmission Type:
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Polaris P-85 Drive Clutch and Adaptable Secondary Clutch.
Optional Transmissions:
N/A (CVT is standard for this model)
Clutch Engagement Rpm:
Not specified in product description, but critical for performance tuning and detailed in the manual.
Gear Ratios:
CVT ratios are variable and not fixed gear ratios.
Clutch Sheave Lube:
Specific grease for clutch sheaves (specified in manual).
Chaincase Oil Type:
Polaris specific chaincase lubricant (e.g., Polaris Chaincase Lubricant).
Chaincase Oil Capacity:
Not specified in product description, but critical for maintenance and detailed in the manual.
Oil Change Interval:
Refer to manual for specific autolube oil changes; engine oil is not separately changed in 2-stroke EFI engines.
Clutch Inspection:
Regular inspection of drive and driven clutches and belt condition recommended (e.g., every 500-1000 miles or annually).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Refer to manual for recommended intervals, typically based on mileage or hours of operation.
Chaincase Oil Change:
Refer to manual for recommended intervals (e.g., annually or based on mileage).
Coolant Type:
Propylene glycol-based antifreeze/coolant or a mixture meeting Polaris specifications.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid.
Common Wear Items:
Drive belts, suspension bushings, skis, and track are common wear items for snowmobiles of this era.
Clutch Maintenance:
Proper clutch maintenance (cleaning, inspection of weights and rollers) is crucial for optimal performance and longevity.
Engine Performance Issues:
Potential for carbon buildup in 2-stroke engines; proper pre-mix or autolube function is critical.
Brand Focus:
Polaris Industries is a long-standing manufacturer of powersports vehicles, including snowmobiles, ATVs, and motorcycles.
Iq Chassis:
The IQ chassis, introduced in prior years, represented a significant advancement in Polaris's snowmobile engineering, focusing on rider-forward ergonomics and improved handling.
Engine Development:
The 700cc Liberty engine was a key powerplant for Polaris, known for its power and reliability in the sport segment.
Production Years:
The Polaris 700 IQ model line was produced for several years, with the 2008 model being part of this generation.
Manufacturing Location:
Polaris snowmobiles are typically manufactured in the United States.
