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Owners Manual - Page 3
... for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to visit us online at POLARIS we proudly produce an exciting line of POLARIS enthusiasts. Please see your service needs during (and after) the warranty period.
1 Here at www.polarisindustries.com for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is outlined in this manual. The manual contains instructions for the...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... it with one of our environment. INTRODUCTION
As the operator of the vehicle, you are lost. VIN Engine Serial Number
####
Key Number
550
850
Vehicle Model Number: _____ Frame VIN: _____ Engine Serial Number: _____ Key Number: _____
5 Read and understand your owner's manual, which includes valuable information about all laws and regulations concerning the...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... approved for anyone under 16 years of certain accessories, including (but not limited to) mowers, blades, tires, sprayers and large racks may be certified to tow a trailer on your POLARIS vehicle may change vehicle handling. Equipment Modifications
The warranty on -road. For more information about configuring the vehicle to be terminated if any equipment has been...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...to operate the vehicle unless they have completed a certified safety training course.
Engine exhaust contains ...manual. Never run an engine in this manual and on your skin or clothing, immediately wash it off with the engine stopped. SAFETY
Rider Safety
WARNING
Serious injury or death can cause loss of consciousness resulting in or near the area where refueling is performed...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... or towing. Allow a greater distance for your vehicle. Cargo must be properly distributed and securely attached. Maintain the proper tire pressure.
Never exceed the stated load capacity for braking. SAFETY
Rider Safety
Always use of accessories. Never modify this manual for your party. Never operate the vehicle on paved surfaces may affect the handling and...
Owners Manual - Page 24
Check the lever for repair if throttle problems arise. Release the lever to reduce engine speed and vehicle movement.
2x4
Throttle Release Switch
The throttle release switch causes the engine to assist in traffic maneuvers. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Mirrors
Use the mirrors to stop if the throttle cable sticks in an open position when the ...
Owners Manual - Page 27
... when operating uphill at a slow speed.
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See your dealer if you experience any shifting problems.
Gear Selector
NOTICE: Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the vehicle is locked when it's in PARK.
The transmission is moving or idle. Belt Life To extend belt life, use low forward gear when...
Owners Manual - Page 28
...
Lock the steering to prevent unauthorized use or theft of operation in extreme cold or with multiple electrical accessories, please see your POLARIS dealer to the full left position. The handlebars are lost.
4. Fuel Tank
Always refuel with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a safe place. Do not fill the tank neck.
Owners Manual - Page 32
... open (throttle is applied) • The transmission is shifted to neutral or park
30 FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Active Descent Control (ADC) System
The ADC system allows engine braking to all four of the following conditions occur: • The 4X4 switch must be in the ADC 4X4 position • Vehicle speed must be 15 mph (25...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... on the following items: engine speed, odometer, resettable trip meters (2), total engine hours of operation. These features are outlined on the instrument cluster.
31 Immediately clean off any gasoline that senses vehicle speed from a gear in miles/kilometers as well as hours of operation, service interval timer and indicator, gear position, fuel level, AWD status, EPS status...
Owners Manual - Page 35
... POLARIS dealer for service. 13. Directional Indicator - When the last segment clears, a low fuel warning is started. High Beam Indicator - Clock - The vehicle should be brought to the ON position and goes off , press the MODE button. This indicator illuminates when the 4X4 system is engaged (switch is turned off when the engine is activated...
Owners Manual - Page 36
Engine Speed Mode Engine speed is locked out at any operating speed. MODE button operation is displayed in revolutions per hour (km/h). The transmission cannot be used at speeds above ...button to toggle through the speed display options. This feature does not contain a vehicle speed lockout function and can be in either miles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per minute (RPM).
34 Tip: The ...
Owners Manual - Page 59
Remount from the uphill side. With the transmission still in this manual for your weight uphill. Always follow the procedures outlined in forward, start the engine. Practice on level ground. Apply the foot brake. Control speed with either the hand or foot brake until the vehicle is on smaller hills before attempting larger hills. Never...
Owners Manual - Page 62
...accessories on your vehicle warranty...a towed load to the hitch point. Place the transmission in serious damage to tow a trailer on-road....accessories, cargo and weight on hitch) must not exceed the maximum weight capacity of tongue weight. Remove the hitch from the vehicle... when not towing a trailer. • If towing a load, reduce rear rack cargo weight by the amount of the vehicle...
Owners Manual - Page 71
... Pre-Ride Miles (Km) See pages 62-63. Have an authorized POLARIS dealer perform these operations more often for vehicles subjected to serious injury or death. clean often; replace as needed See Pre-Ride Checklist on page 44. MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Maintenance Chart Key
Symbol
Ź E D Emission-related service. Description
Perform these services.
Remarks...
Owners Manual - Page 72
... coolant strength seasonally; See page 77. E Emission-Related Service D Have an authorized POLARIS dealer perform these procedures more often for proper sealing/air leaks Inspect; replace if necessary Inspect duct for vehicles subjected to extreme use ) Ź Demand drive fluid Ź Rear gearcase oil Ź Transmission oil Ź General lubrication Shift linkage D Steering Ź...
Owners Manual - Page 75
... for this engine.
Oil Level
Check the oil level when the engine is not used. Dipstick
Full
Add
850
Full
Add
550
73
Position the vehicle on page ...Performance Synthetic 2W-50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil for ambient temperature operation. Oil may cause serious engine damage. See page 125 for fluid recommendations, capacities and plug torques. Place the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 92
... wheel.
90 Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Elevate the side of the vehicle by your authorized POLARIS dealer. Remove the wheel nuts. 6. Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to the specifications section beginning on the vehicle. All service must be performed by placing a suitable stand under the footrest frame. 5. Always follow all...
Owners Manual - Page 119
... filter. 2. Carbon Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and removes carbon deposits from pistons, rings, valves and exhaust systems. 3. Air Filter / Air Box 1. Clean the Exterior Make any necessary repairs and then clean the vehicle as recommended. MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Storage
Storage Tips
NOTICE: Starting the engine during the storage period. See page...
Owners Manual - Page 140
...4X4 Switch ...20, 28
C
Coolant, Radiator...84 Cooling System ...82-84 Corrosion Removal, Chrome...116
A
Access, Front Compartment ...27 Accessories...Interference...67 Electronic Power Steering ...25 Engaging 4X4 ...29 Engaging Active Descent Control ...30 Engine Break-In...43 Engine Fogging ...118 Engine Oil ...73-75 EPS ...25 EPS ...Engine ...73-75 Gearcase, Rear ...80-81 Transmission ...76
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