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Owners Manual - Page 2
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this card, or if it has been removed, please call 1-800342-3764 for assistance.
A card containing important ATV safety information should be attached to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. If you cannot locate this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to the owner's manual on the next page.
Owners Manual - Page 3
... your POLARIS vehicle. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of POLARIS enthusiasts. Be sure to return to your service needs during, and after, the warranty period.
1 For safe and enjoyable operation of your dealership for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is interested in this owner's manual. Your manual contains...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... with all critical components on a regular basis. Call ATV Enrollment Express at specific intervals. A POLARIS ATV is an off-road vehicle. This preventive maintenance program is designed to ensure that all laws and regulations concerning the operation of your vehicle are thoroughly inspected at (800) 887-2887 or visit www.atvsafety.org. FOR...
Owners Manual - Page 13
... with soap and water and change clothing. • Turn the fuel valve off with the engine stopped, and outdoors or in a well ventilated area. • Do not smoke or allow open flames or sparks in or near the area where refueling is performed or where gasoline is stored. • Do not overfill the...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... ground) as described in the owner's manual. See page 54.
15 Do not descend a hill with the transmission in neutral. • Always check the...vehicle to lean sharply to turn the ATV around on a sidehill is required when braking while traveling downhill. Crossing Hillsides
Driving on any hill unless absolutely necessary. See page 53. • Always descend a hill with the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 18
...remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. If the ATV begins rolling downhill: • Keep body weight uphill. • Never apply engine power. • Never apply the rear brake .... • Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. Apply the single-lever brake gradually. • When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as...
Owners Manual - Page 26
... engage 4X4 or 2X4.
To gain additional wheel speed while backing, release the throttle and depress the override button. WARNING! Always release the throttle before pressing the override button. See page 34. The vehicle automatically engages AWD when operating in reverse.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Switches
Headlight Switch AWD Switch
Mode/Reverse Override Switch
Engine Stop...
Owners Manual - Page 34
... a heavy load at less than seven miles per hour for extended periods and when operating uphill at a slow speed.
32
Whenever the ATV is located on the right side of the vehicle. When the engine is moving could cause transmission damage. Gear Selector
NOTICE: Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the...
Owners Manual - Page 56
... handlebars full left if the vehicle is on a Hill (K-Turn)
If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, never back it 's pointing across the hill or slightly downward. 6. Release the parking brake and proceed slowly, controlling speed with the transmission still in forward and shut off the engine. 3. Start the engine with the brake lever, until...
Owners Manual - Page 57
...engine oil, transmission oil, demand drive fluid, rear gearcase oil, and all grease fittings. Avoid sudden movements. • Maintain a steady rate of the footrests. Determine water depths and current before restarting the engine.
Perform the services outlined in serious engine...NOTICE: Major engine damage can result if the vehicle is not possible, follow the vehicle immersion inspection...
Owners Manual - Page 78
... page 45. clean; E Emission-Related Service D Have an authorized POLARIS dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use. Item Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first) Hours Calendar Steering Front suspension Rear suspension Tires Brake fluid level Brake lever travel Brake system Wheels/fasteners Frame fasteners Engine oil level Ź Air filter, pre...
Owners Manual - Page 95
All service must be performed by placing a suitable stand under the footrest frame. 6. Place the transmission in this manual and on the labels on page 130 for recommended tire type, size and pressure. Do not service axle nuts that have a cotter pin installed. Remove the wheel nuts. 7. Stop the engine. Elevate the side of the vehicle by your POLARIS...
Owners Manual - Page 106
... or install a new plug 8. Turn the fuel valve on page 108 for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it 's impossible to take your ATV to your dealer before starting the engine. Turn the fuel valve off. 4. MAINTENANCE
Vehicle Immersion
If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if the machine is...
Owners Manual - Page 132
...Vehicle Weight Maximum Weight Capacity Dry Weight Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Transmission Oil Capacity Demand Drive Fluid Capacity Coolant Capacity Front Rack/Box Capacity Rear Rack/Box Capacity Receiver Hitch Tongue Capacity Hitch Towing Rating Unbraked Trailer Towing Capacity* Overall Length/Width/Height Wheelbase Ground Clearance Minimum Turning Radius Engine..., accessories) ...Transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 135
...cause engine damage. This warranty provides no coverage for personal loss or expense, including mileage, ...the following items:
Wheels and tires Suspension components Brake components Seat ...WARRANTY. Damage or failure resulting from the use , loss of profits, or loss of POLARIS engine oil. 2. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE, AT POLARIS' OPTION, REPAIR...
Owners Manual - Page 138
..., emission-related components include any such paid service contract or paid warranty extension. This EPA emissions warranty period is in the form of a service contract or other components not covered by original retail purchaser and continues for a period of 500 hours of engine operation, 5000 kilometers (3100 miles) of vehicle travel , or 30 calendar months from the...
Owners Manual - Page 139
... MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD DESCRIBED HEREIN. This limited warranty excludes failures not caused by fire, explosions or other similar causes beyond the control of any engine that has been structurally altered, or when the vehicle has been used in material or workmanship. This limited...
Owners Manual - Page 140
... built with emission controls is a potential violation of the applicable California regulations and may maintain, replace, or repair the emission control devices or systems on your vehicle. Any modifications to perform any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact POLARIS Customer Assistance. Tampering with features such as a reduced cargo box capacity...
Owners Manual - Page 142
...do not allow limitations on your vehicle. This limited warranty also does not cover any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, please contact the POLARIS Warranty Department at the exclusive option of POLARIS, repair or replacement of POLARIS. It is prohibited by federal law. Owners are responsible for performing the scheduled maintenance identified in material...
Owners Manual - Page 145
INDEX
A
Accessories ...123 Air Filter ...95 All Wheel Drive System ...33 Auxiliary Foot Brake ...90 AWD Switch...24, 33 AWD System ...33
D
... Hose ...96
E
Electromagnetic Interference ...73 Emissions Limited Warranty . 136-140 Engaging AWD ...33 Engine Break-In ...42 Engine Fogging...122 Engine Idle RPM Adjustment...116 Engine Oil ...80-81 Equipment Modifications ...9 Etiquette, Trail Riding...
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