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Owners Manual - Page 3
If you cannot locate this product contains chemicals known to the owner's manual on the next page. A card containing important ATV safety information should be attached to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING
The engine exhaust from this card, or if it has been removed, please call 1-800-342-3764 for assistance.
Owners Manual - Page 7
... warranty period. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your total satisfaction. Your Polaris dealer knows your dealership for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is interested in the world today. Have your accessories and clothing delivered right to your vehicle best and is outlined in the Polaris Service Manual...
Owners Manual - Page 14
.... For stability on temperature and altitude. Read Owner's Manual for more frequent cleaning required in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 4 (27,6) REAR 4 (27,6) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY (Gross Vehicle Weight) INCLUDING MACHINE, DRIVER AND CARGO IS 645 LBS. (293 kg). S
SAFETY
Specific carburetor jetting and adjustments are required depending on...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... brake gradually. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. See page 80. 41 When fully stopped, apply rear brake as well, and then lock...either side if ATV is lost: Keep your weight uphill. Apply front brakes gradually. Never apply engine power. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD: Maintain steady speed when climbing a hill. Operator Safety
SAFETY...
Owners Manual - Page 55
Throttle Lever
Engine speed and vehicle movement are controlled by pressing the throttle lever (1) toward the handlebar. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
WARNING
Operating an ATV with a sticking or improperly operating throttle.
Engine speed returns to severe injury or death. Always check the lever for service if throttle problems arise. The throttle lever is released.
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Owners Manual - Page 64
To upshift to a higher gear, place the toe of control or vehicle overturn.
Always release the throttle and fully squeeze the clutch lever while shifting...62. NOTE: To shift into reverse, see page 63. Manual Shift
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Shift Pedal The gear shift pedal is located in front of the pedal shifts the transmission to the next gear in the shifting sequence. The pedal ...
Owners Manual - Page 65
... shift into first gear.
Squeeze and hold the brake lever. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Manual Shift
NOTE:
Shifting Gears
Always allow a cold engine to additional gears. 8. NOTE: Do not squeeze the throttle lever.
3. 4. 5. 6. 7. When starting from a stopped position, place the transmission in first gear, simultaneously release the throttle, disengage the clutch and shift to...
Owners Manual - Page 66
Shift into reverse unintentionally. 1. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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63 Rotate the lock-out switch forward to unlock the transmission. 3.
See page 61. 2. NOTE: The lock will automatically re-engage when the transmission is shifted out of reverse gear. Manual Shift
Reverse Lock-Out Switch The reverse lock-out switch (1) prevents the operator from shifting into...
Owners Manual - Page 67
... has sufficiently decreased before shifting to a lower gear. As the vehicle slows and engine RPM decreases, disengage the clutch and shift to lose traction or stop the ATV, release the throttle lever and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Manual Shift
Deceleration To slow or stop rotating, which could also...
Owners Manual - Page 69
... carefully. Perform the following the procedures for your new Polaris Predator is as important as the first one hour of gasoline. The break-in period for extended periods during the first three hours of a new engine and transmission will result in . Do not operate at full throttle or high speeds for your vehicle.
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Owners Manual - Page 73
... clutch. Make sure the fuel valve is disengaged. WARNING
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can be started when the transmission is in neutral, or while in gear if the clutch is on.
70 Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating.
1. CAUTION
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause...
Owners Manual - Page 77
Start the engine and allow it to begin driving. 6. Release the parking brake. 5. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle, clutch and brakes on the handlebars. 2. See page 62. 3. ... with your path of travel. 4. Check your surroundings and determine your right thumb while slowly releasing the clutch lever to warm up, then shift the transmission into gear. Drive slowly.
Owners Manual - Page 83
... the transmission in the clutch lever and apply the front and rear brakes. 3. One maneuver that can be used when it down the hill! If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, never back it 's necessary to turn around while climbing a hill is pointing straight uphill.
80 When completely stopped, shut off the engine...
Owners Manual - Page 88
... starting it to take it , follow the steps described on page 130. Perform the services outlined in water. If your dealer at the first opportunity.
85 Driving Safely
Driving Through Water
OPERATION
CAUTION
Major engine damage can result if the vehicle is operated in water that exceeds the recommended maximum depth, go slowly, balance...
Owners Manual - Page 96
...Check operation Check operation and adjustment Check operation
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Air filter and Pre-cleaner Coolant Fuel
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Engine/transmission oil Throttle Clutch Lights
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93 tighten Inspect; replace as needed Inspect level; Periodic Maintenance Chart
Item Hours Brake systems/fluid Tires Wheels/lug nuts Frame fasteners
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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Remarks
Maintenance Interval (whichever comes first...
Owners Manual - Page 97
... vehicles subjected to connector when replaced Check daily Check freeplay daily; have dealer replace if wheel moves excessively
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A-arm ball joint
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apply Polaris dielectric grease to severe use. MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Item Hours Engine stop switch
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Maintenance Interval...
Owners Manual - Page 99
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Emission-Related Service Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to storage Inspect; replace if necessary Inspect; adjust and lubricate if needed Inspect
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Throttle Cable/ETC Switch Choke (enricher) cable Drive chain(s) Engine breather hose and filter (in airbox)
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Owners Manual - Page 102
...whichever comes first) Calendar 12 M 12 M 12 M 24 M 36 M 36 M As required As required As required Miles (Km) 1000 (1600) 1000 (1600) 1000 (1600) 2000 (3200) 3000 (4800) 3000 (4800) 100 H 100...Related Service Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use. adjust when parts are replaced Adjust as needed
Cooling system hoses Engine mounts...
Owners Manual - Page 177
SPECIFICATIONS
Predator 500
Gross Vehicle Weight Fuel Capacity Overall Length Overall Width Overall Height Wheelbase Ground Clearance Dry Weight Minimum Turning Radius Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Engine Displacement Bore x Stroke 645 lbs./292 kg 3.25 gal./12.3 l 71.5 in./182 cm 47.5 in./121 cm 45 in./114 cm 51 in./130 ...
Owners Manual - Page 189
...-101 Making Turns ...75 Manual Shift ...61-64 Master ......155 Throttle Lever ...52 Tires ...136-137 Toe Alignment ...Level ...103-104 Oil Pump Priming ...110 Operation ......Specifications ...174-175 Spring Preload ...149-151 Starting a Cold Engine ...70-72
V-W
Vehicle Identification Numbers ...6-7 Vehicle Immersion ...130-131 Warranty ...176-184 Wheel Installation ...138 Wheel Nut Torque Specifications...
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