Target Audience:
Owners of 2006 Polaris Indy Touring 340/500 snowmobiles seeking to perform maintenance and repairs
Value Proposition:
Provides professional-level repair information, saving significant costs compared to dealership service.
Accessibility:
Instant download, easy to use, accessible on PC and Mac.
Usability:
User-friendly interface, no special technical skills required, printable pages for on-site use.
Engine Coverage:
340cc and 500cc engine variants
Chassis Coverage:
Indy Touring chassis components and suspension
Electrical Coverage:
Complete electrical system diagnostics and repair
Body Coverage:
Body panels, seating, and track system
Maintenance Coverage:
Scheduled maintenance, lubrication, and adjustments
Repair Coverage:
All A-Z repair procedures
Estimated Pages:
Comprehensive (exact number not specified, but implies full workshop manual depth)
Type:
Service Repair Workshop Manual
Engine Mechanical:
Cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, lubrication, cooling
Fuel System:
Carburetor(s), fuel pump, fuel lines, fuel filter
Ignition System:
CDI, ignition coils, spark plugs, timing
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifold, muffler, pipes
Drivetrain:
Drive clutch, driven clutch (secondary), belt drive, chaincase
Suspension Front:
IFS (Independent Front Suspension) components, shocks, springs, steering linkage
Suspension Rear:
Rear suspension arms, shocks, springs, idler wheels
Braking System:
Brake caliper, rotor, master cylinder, hydraulic lines
Skis And Steering:
Skis, steering post, handlebars, tie rods
Electrical System:
Lighting, battery, starter, ignition switch, kill switch, instrumentation
Track System:
Track condition, drive sprockets, tension adjustment
Diagnostic Procedures:
Troubleshooting guides for common issues, symptom-based diagnostics
Routine Maintenance:
Fluid changes, lubrication points, belt inspection, track tensioning
Engine Rebuilding:
Top-end and bottom-end rebuild procedures, piston and ring replacement
Clutch Service:
Clutch inspection, cleaning, weight and spring changes, belt replacement
Suspension Repair:
Shock absorber replacement, bushing replacement, alignment adjustments
Brake Service:
Brake pad replacement, caliper service, bleeding the brake system
Electrical Troubleshooting:
Wiring diagrams, testing electrical components, identifying shorts and open circuits
Depth:
Comprehensive (A-Z), suitable for professional technicians and DIY mechanics
Detail Level:
Highly detailed with printable diagrams and step-by-step instructions
Type 340:
Fan-Cooled, 2-Stroke
Displacement 340:
339.6 cc
Bore X Stroke 340:
62.0 mm x 56.0 mm (approximate, common for this engine family)
Type 500:
Fan-Cooled, 2-Stroke
Bore X Stroke 500:
70.0 mm x 64.0 mm (approximate, common for this engine family)
Horsepower 340:
Approximately 40-45 HP (estimate based on typical configurations)
Horsepower 500:
Approximately 60-70 HP (estimate based on typical configurations)
Carburetion 340:
Single Mikuni VM34SS or similar
Carburetion 500:
Dual Mikuni VM34SS or similar
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (minimum 87 octane recommended)
Oil Mixture:
Pre-mix or Autolube (specifics covered in manual)
Type:
CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) with Polaris P-85 drive clutch and P-90 driven clutch (typical for this era)
Optional Transmissions:
N/A (CVT is standard for this model)
Gear Reduction:
Chaincase with helical gear reduction (specific ratios detailed in manual)
Clutch Serviceability:
Detailed procedures for clutch maintenance, adjustment, and component replacement.
Oil Change Engine:
Refer to manual for specific interval (typically every 50-100 hours or annually)
Clutch Belt Inspection:
Inspect belt for wear and damage at the beginning of each season and every 500 miles.
Track Tension Adjustment:
Check and adjust track tension as needed, particularly after initial break-in or heavy use.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Replace spark plugs as per manual recommendations (typically every 1,000-2,000 miles or annually).
Chaincase Oil:
Specific SAE gear oil viscosity (e.g., SAE 80W-90) as per Polaris recommendations.
Coolant Type:
For liquid-cooled models (if applicable, though these are likely fan-cooled), specific antifreeze/coolant mixture is required.
2-Stroke Oil:
High-quality, low-ash, JASO FD or ISO-L-EGD certified 2-stroke oil for pre-mix or autolube system.
Clutch Wear:
Common wear on clutch buttons, rollers, and belt due to high mileage or improper belt tension.
Carburetor Fouling:
Potential for carburetor jets to become clogged, leading to poor running conditions, especially with fuel storage over summer.
Suspension Bushings:
Wear in suspension pivot bushings can lead to loose handling and premature component wear.
Polaris Heritage:
Polaris Industries is a long-standing and reputable manufacturer of snowmobiles, ATVs, and other recreational vehicles.
Indy Lineage:
The Indy model line has been a cornerstone of Polaris's snowmobile offerings for decades, evolving through various engine displacements and chassis designs to cater to different riding preferences.
Production Era:
2006 model year, representing a mid-2000s generation of Polaris touring snowmobiles.
