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... which may adversely affect handling and control. • Use proper RIDING TECHNIQUES to avoid vehicle overturns on public roads. READ OWNER'S MANUAL. Safety Decals and Locations Shift Caution SAFETY CAUTION To avoid transmission damage, shift only when vehicle is stationary and at low speeds. IF OWNER'S MANUAL IS MISSING, CONTACT A POLARIS DEALER FOR A REPLACEMENT. A collision can result in turns. • Wear eye protection. Discretionary Warning WARNING Improper vehicle use throttle and brakes gradually.
... which may adversely affect handling and control. • Use proper RIDING TECHNIQUES to avoid vehicle overturns on public roads. READ OWNER'S MANUAL. Safety Decals and Locations Shift Caution SAFETY CAUTION To avoid transmission damage, shift only when vehicle is stationary and at low speeds. IF OWNER'S MANUAL IS MISSING, CONTACT A POLARIS DEALER FOR A REPLACEMENT. A collision can result in turns. • Wear eye protection. Discretionary Warning WARNING Improper vehicle use throttle and brakes gradually.
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.... Operator Safety WARNING SAFETY Make sure your RANGER is designed. Modifications may increase the speed or power of the vehicle, or make any other modifications to your RANGER. Do not make any modifications to the vehicle for the safety of bodily injury. Therefore, we strongly recommend that increase speed or power. NOTE: The addition of the vehicle. The RANGER may change the handling characteristics of certain accessories...
.... Operator Safety WARNING SAFETY Make sure your RANGER is designed. Modifications may increase the speed or power of the vehicle, or make any other modifications to your RANGER. Do not make any modifications to the vehicle for the safety of bodily injury. Therefore, we strongly recommend that increase speed or power. NOTE: The addition of the vehicle. The RANGER may change the handling characteristics of certain accessories...
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To avoid injury and property damage, always heed the warnings and towing capacities outlined on pages 52-55. 24 Trailer towing equipment is equipped with this vehicle. FEATURES AND CONTROLS Component Locations Tailgate Latch Release Taillights Tailgate Taillights Air Box Receiver Hitch CV Boot/Rear Caliper Muffler (Spark Arrestor) Trailer Hitch Bracket This vehicle is not supplied with a receiver hitch bracket for a trailer hitch.
To avoid injury and property damage, always heed the warnings and towing capacities outlined on pages 52-55. 24 Trailer towing equipment is equipped with this vehicle. FEATURES AND CONTROLS Component Locations Tailgate Latch Release Taillights Tailgate Taillights Air Box Receiver Hitch CV Boot/Rear Caliper Muffler (Spark Arrestor) Trailer Hitch Bracket This vehicle is not supplied with a receiver hitch bracket for a trailer hitch.
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FEATURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center The rider information center is located in the fuel tank. Drive at idle and high electrical load (lights, cooling fan, accessories) is applied. Fuel Gauge - The segments of the fuel gauge show the level of fuel in the instrument cluster. Gear Indicator - Service Interval/Diagnostic Mode Indicator 5. Low Battery and Over Voltage - Odometer/Tachometer/Tripmeter/ Hour Meter/Clock 7. It also appears if an EFI-related fault occurs. Engine Hour Display...
FEATURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center The rider information center is located in the fuel tank. Drive at idle and high electrical load (lights, cooling fan, accessories) is applied. Fuel Gauge - The segments of the fuel gauge show the level of fuel in the instrument cluster. Gear Indicator - Service Interval/Diagnostic Mode Indicator 5. Low Battery and Over Voltage - Odometer/Tachometer/Tripmeter/ Hour Meter/Clock 7. It also appears if an EFI-related fault occurs. Engine Hour Display...
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.... Electrical circuits are on. Electrical circuits are off . The key returns to engage the electric starter. Electrical equipment can be removed from the switch when it is a three-position, key-operated switch. WARNING Leaving the keys in the ignition can be used. The key can lead to unauthorized use . 38 Turn the key to the START position to the ON position when released. FEATURES AND CONTROLS Switches AWD/Differential Switch (if equipped) Light Switch Ignition Switch Ignition Switch The ignition switch...
.... Electrical circuits are on. Electrical circuits are off . The key returns to engage the electric starter. Electrical equipment can be removed from the switch when it is a three-position, key-operated switch. WARNING Leaving the keys in the ignition can be used. The key can lead to unauthorized use . 38 Turn the key to the START position to the ON position when released. FEATURES AND CONTROLS Switches AWD/Differential Switch (if equipped) Light Switch Ignition Switch Ignition Switch The ignition switch...
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.... Light Switch The ignition switch key must be in two wheel drive (2WD). See page 58 for Differential Lock operating instructions. OFF AWD 2WD OFF 39 This mode of the rocker switch to lock the differential and operate in the ON/ RUN position to turf driving or when active traction is well suited to operate the headlights. Move the rocker switch to the center position (4X4 models) to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD...
.... Light Switch The ignition switch key must be in two wheel drive (2WD). See page 58 for Differential Lock operating instructions. OFF AWD 2WD OFF 39 This mode of the rocker switch to lock the differential and operate in the ON/ RUN position to turf driving or when active traction is well suited to operate the headlights. Move the rocker switch to the center position (4X4 models) to engage All Wheel Drive (AWD...
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... the fuel tank with vehicle operation and handling. 4. Heed the gasoline warnings on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist. Check the oil level. Vary throttle positions. See page 90. See page 68. During the break-in period. 40 No single action on your new Polaris RANGER is as important as a proper breakin period. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas...
... the fuel tank with vehicle operation and handling. 4. Heed the gasoline warnings on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist. Check the oil level. Vary throttle positions. See page 90. See page 68. During the break-in period. 40 No single action on your new Polaris RANGER is as important as a proper breakin period. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas...
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... the rack sides. Always load the cargo box with loads that extend over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving conditions. Vehicle speed should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing a load on a level grass surface. OPERATION Hauling Cargo Driving Safely WARNING Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability...
... the rack sides. Always load the cargo box with loads that extend over rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo to maintain stable driving conditions. Vehicle speed should never exceed 10 mph (16 kph) while towing a load on a level grass surface. OPERATION Hauling Cargo Driving Safely WARNING Hauling cargo improperly can alter vehicle handling and may cause loss of control or brake instability...
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... a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only. Model RANGER 4x4 700 EFI RANGER 6X6 700 EFI Total Towed Load Weight (Level Ground) 2000 lbs. (907 kg) 2000 lbs. (907 kg) Total Towed Load Weight (15° grade) 850 lbs. (386 kg) 1000 lbs. (454 kg) Total Hitch Vertical Weight 150 lbs. (68.1 kg) 150 lbs. (68.1 kg) Maximum Towing Speed 10 mph (16 kph) 10 mph (16 kph) Belt Life To extend belt...
... a trailer to the trailer hitch bracket only. Model RANGER 4x4 700 EFI RANGER 6X6 700 EFI Total Towed Load Weight (Level Ground) 2000 lbs. (907 kg) 2000 lbs. (907 kg) Total Towed Load Weight (15° grade) 850 lbs. (386 kg) 1000 lbs. (454 kg) Total Hitch Vertical Weight 150 lbs. (68.1 kg) 150 lbs. (68.1 kg) Maximum Towing Speed 10 mph (16 kph) 10 mph (16 kph) Belt Life To extend belt...
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... Switching to the length of time the vehicle may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. Operate in one-wheel drive for service. 1. When the rear wheels regain traction, the front wheels will not release until the rear wheels regain traction. When the AWD switch is in the center position the differential is locked and the vehicle is in AWD. This condition causes increased steering effort and some vehicle speed restriction. Stop completely. 4. Disengaging AWD Under certain conditions...
... Switching to the length of time the vehicle may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. Operate in one-wheel drive for service. 1. When the rear wheels regain traction, the front wheels will not release until the rear wheels regain traction. When the AWD switch is in the center position the differential is locked and the vehicle is in AWD. This condition causes increased steering effort and some vehicle speed restriction. Stop completely. 4. Disengaging AWD Under certain conditions...
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... Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Daily Daily Daily Daily Weekly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly X Front suspension X Rear suspension Tires X Brake fluid level X Brake pedal travel Brake system Wheels/fasteners Frame fasteners X Engine oil level X Air filter, pre-filter E X Air box sediment E tube Coolant (if applicable) Headlamp/tail lamp X Air filter, E main element X Brake pad wear Q Battery X Front Gearcase Oil (if equipped) X Middle Gearcase Oil (if equipped) X Rear gearcase oil (if equipped) X Transmission oil X Perform these services. 62
... Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Daily Daily Daily Daily Weekly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly Monthly X Front suspension X Rear suspension Tires X Brake fluid level X Brake pedal travel Brake system Wheels/fasteners Frame fasteners X Engine oil level X Air filter, pre-filter E X Air box sediment E tube Coolant (if applicable) Headlamp/tail lamp X Air filter, E main element X Brake pad wear Q Battery X Front Gearcase Oil (if equipped) X Middle Gearcase Oil (if equipped) X Rear gearcase oil (if equipped) X Transmission oil X Perform these services. 62
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clean; E Emission Control System Service - 4 Cycle (California). replace lines every two years Replace yearly Inspect; replace as needed Inspect Inspect for leaks at tank cap, lines, fuel valve, filter, pump, throttle body; Inspect; Q Front wheel Q Brake fluid Spark arrestor Idle speed Q Toe adjustment Q Auxiliary brake (if X equipped) Headlight aim X Perform these services 64 MAINTENANCE Item Periodic Maintenance Chart Maintenance Interval (whichever comes first) Hours Calendar E Q Fuel system Remarks Miles (Km) Check for wear, routing, security; apply dielectric grease to ...
clean; E Emission Control System Service - 4 Cycle (California). replace lines every two years Replace yearly Inspect; replace as needed Inspect Inspect for leaks at tank cap, lines, fuel valve, filter, pump, throttle body; Inspect; Q Front wheel Q Brake fluid Spark arrestor Idle speed Q Toe adjustment Q Auxiliary brake (if X equipped) Headlight aim X Perform these services 64 MAINTENANCE Item Periodic Maintenance Chart Maintenance Interval (whichever comes first) Hours Calendar E Q Fuel system Remarks Miles (Km) Check for wear, routing, security; apply dielectric grease to ...
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... rear shock absorber springs are adjusted by an authorized Polaris dealer. Reinstall the shock mounting bolts. Reposition the shocks to 30 ft. Remove the top shock mounting bolts from the inside mounting holes. 2. Suspension Adjustment (4X4) The 4X4 rear suspension may be 0.8"-1.0" (20-25 mm) of freeplay. 4. Steering Wheel Inspection MAINTENANCE Check the steering wheel for specified freeplay and smooth operation at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on level ground. 2. Lightly turn...
... rear shock absorber springs are adjusted by an authorized Polaris dealer. Reinstall the shock mounting bolts. Reposition the shocks to 30 ft. Remove the top shock mounting bolts from the inside mounting holes. 2. Suspension Adjustment (4X4) The 4X4 rear suspension may be 0.8"-1.0" (20-25 mm) of freeplay. 4. Steering Wheel Inspection MAINTENANCE Check the steering wheel for specified freeplay and smooth operation at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on level ground. 2. Lightly turn...
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... a rider on the wall at the same height. 3. Turn the ignition switch to adjust the beam. 7. NOTE: Include the weight of driver's headlight with the headlight approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from the floor to the center of the hood assembly. 6. NOTE: The lights are part of the headlight and make a mark on the seat while performing this step. 5. MAINTENANCE Lights Headlight Beam Adjustment X 25 ft. (7.6 m) X 8" (20 cm) 1. Measure the...
... a rider on the wall at the same height. 3. Turn the ignition switch to adjust the beam. 7. NOTE: Include the weight of driver's headlight with the headlight approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from the floor to the center of the hood assembly. 6. NOTE: The lights are part of the headlight and make a mark on the seat while performing this step. 5. MAINTENANCE Lights Headlight Beam Adjustment X 25 ft. (7.6 m) X 8" (20 cm) 1. Measure the...
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Cargo Box Load Overall Length Overall Width (box) Overall Width (tires) Overall Height Wheelbase Cargo Box (L x W x H) Ground Clearance Min. SPECIFICATIONS RANGER 4X4 700 EFI Maximum Weight Capacity Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Towing Capacity Hitch Tongue Capacity Max. Turning Radius Engine Displacement Bore x Stroke Alternator Output Compression Ratio Starting System Fuel System Ignition System Spark Plug / Gap Front Suspension Rear Suspension 1500 lbs. (682 kg) (includes weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories) 8.8 gal. (33.3 l) 2 qts. (2.1 l) 3.25 qts. ...
Cargo Box Load Overall Length Overall Width (box) Overall Width (tires) Overall Height Wheelbase Cargo Box (L x W x H) Ground Clearance Min. SPECIFICATIONS RANGER 4X4 700 EFI Maximum Weight Capacity Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Towing Capacity Hitch Tongue Capacity Max. Turning Radius Engine Displacement Bore x Stroke Alternator Output Compression Ratio Starting System Fuel System Ignition System Spark Plug / Gap Front Suspension Rear Suspension 1500 lbs. (682 kg) (includes weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories) 8.8 gal. (33.3 l) 2 qts. (2.1 l) 3.25 qts. ...
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SPECIFICATIONS RANGER 6X6 700 EFI Maximum Weight Capacity Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Towing Capacity Max. Cargo Box Load Overall Length Overall Width (box) Overall Width (tires) Overall Height Wheelbase Cargo Box (L x W x H) Ground Clearance Min. Turning Radius Engine Displacement Bore x Stroke Alternator Output Compression Ratio Starting System Fuel System Ignition System Spark Plug / Gap Front Suspension Center Suspension Rear Suspension 1750 lbs. (795 kg) (includes weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories) 8.8 gal. (33.3 l) 2 qts. (2.1 l) 3.25 qts. (3 l) ...
SPECIFICATIONS RANGER 6X6 700 EFI Maximum Weight Capacity Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Towing Capacity Max. Cargo Box Load Overall Length Overall Width (box) Overall Width (tires) Overall Height Wheelbase Cargo Box (L x W x H) Ground Clearance Min. Turning Radius Engine Displacement Bore x Stroke Alternator Output Compression Ratio Starting System Fuel System Ignition System Spark Plug / Gap Front Suspension Center Suspension Rear Suspension 1750 lbs. (795 kg) (includes weight of operator, passenger, cargo, accessories) 8.8 gal. (33.3 l) 2 qts. (2.1 l) 3.25 qts. (3 l) ...
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.... Any warranted part which the LSI engine is delivered, to a dealer authorized by POLARIS as soon as necessary" shall be no charge provided the work is defective. There will be performed at no charge for your Owner's Safety and Maintenance Manual (herein "Owner's Manual"). The warranty repairs should contact the Polaris Warranty Department at an authorized dealer. POLARIS recommends that you should be aware that...
.... Any warranted part which the LSI engine is delivered, to a dealer authorized by POLARIS as soon as necessary" shall be no charge provided the work is defective. There will be performed at no charge for your Owner's Safety and Maintenance Manual (herein "Owner's Manual"). The warranty repairs should contact the Polaris Warranty Department at an authorized dealer. POLARIS recommends that you should be aware that...
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... Accessory Outlet ...34 Adding Coolant ...79 Adjustment, Headlight Beam...96 Adjustment, Park Brake...90 Adjustment, Rear Spring ...91 Adjustment, Rear Suspension ...91 Adjustment, Throttle Freeplay...88 Age Restrictions...8 Air Filter ...85 Air Filter Cleaning...85 All Wheel Drive...58 All Wheel Drive Lock Switch ...39 Arrestor, Spark, Warning...86 Auxiliary Outlet ...34 AWD ...58 AWD Diagnostics ...29 AWD/Differential Lock Switch...39 Axle Nut Torque ...93 C Cap, Fuel ...33 Capacity, Weight ...53 Cargo ...52-53 Cargo Box, Dumping...54 Changing Coolant ...79 Changing Gears ...35 Changing Oil...
... Accessory Outlet ...34 Adding Coolant ...79 Adjustment, Headlight Beam...96 Adjustment, Park Brake...90 Adjustment, Rear Spring ...91 Adjustment, Rear Suspension ...91 Adjustment, Throttle Freeplay...88 Age Restrictions...8 Air Filter ...85 Air Filter Cleaning...85 All Wheel Drive...58 All Wheel Drive Lock Switch ...39 Arrestor, Spark, Warning...86 Auxiliary Outlet ...34 AWD ...58 AWD Diagnostics ...29 AWD/Differential Lock Switch...39 Axle Nut Torque ...93 C Cap, Fuel ...33 Capacity, Weight ...53 Cargo ...52-53 Cargo Box, Dumping...54 Changing Coolant ...79 Changing Gears ...35 Changing Oil...
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... Fuel Filter ...85 Fuel Safety ...21 Fuel Stabilizer ...107 Fuel Tank Filler Cap ...33 G Gap, Spark Plug ...77 Gear Circuit Diagnostics...29 Gear Selector ...35 Gearcase Lubrication ...71 Gearcase Specification Chart ...70 Gearcase, Main, Lubrication...71 Gearcases ...70-76 Gears, shifting...35 E EFI Blink Codes ...31-32 Electromagnetic Interference ...59 Emission Control, Crankcase ...59 Emission Control, Exhaust ...59 Emission Control, Noise ...59 Emissions Limited Warranty ...122 Engine Break-In ...40 Engine Fogging...108 Engine Idle Speed ...88 Engine Oil ...67-70 Engine Speed...
... Fuel Filter ...85 Fuel Safety ...21 Fuel Stabilizer ...107 Fuel Tank Filler Cap ...33 G Gap, Spark Plug ...77 Gear Circuit Diagnostics...29 Gear Selector ...35 Gearcase Lubrication ...71 Gearcase Specification Chart ...70 Gearcase, Main, Lubrication...71 Gearcases ...70-76 Gears, shifting...35 E EFI Blink Codes ...31-32 Electromagnetic Interference ...59 Emission Control, Crankcase ...59 Emission Control, Exhaust ...59 Emission Control, Noise ...59 Emissions Limited Warranty ...122 Engine Break-In ...40 Engine Fogging...108 Engine Idle Speed ...88 Engine Oil ...67-70 Engine Speed...
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... Information Center ...26-32 RPM, Idle, Throttle Body ...88 S Switches ...38-39 AWD Switch...39 Differential Lock Switch ...39 Ignition ...38 Light ...39 T Tachometer ...27, 29 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment...88 Throttle Freeplay Inspection...87 Throttle Freeplay, Freeplay, Throttle 87 Throttle Pedal ...36 Throttle System...87 Tire Pressure ...5 Tire Tread Depth...93 Tires ...93-94 Torque, Axle Nuts ...93 Torque, Spark Plug ...77 Torque, Wheel Nut ...93 Towing Loads ...55 Towing Speed ...55 Trailer Hitch ...24 Transmission Lubrication ...71 Transmission Oil Change ...72 Transmission Oil Check...
... Information Center ...26-32 RPM, Idle, Throttle Body ...88 S Switches ...38-39 AWD Switch...39 Differential Lock Switch ...39 Ignition ...38 Light ...39 T Tachometer ...27, 29 Throttle Freeplay Adjustment...88 Throttle Freeplay Inspection...87 Throttle Freeplay, Freeplay, Throttle 87 Throttle Pedal ...36 Throttle System...87 Tire Pressure ...5 Tire Tread Depth...93 Tires ...93-94 Torque, Axle Nuts ...93 Torque, Spark Plug ...77 Torque, Wheel Nut ...93 Towing Loads ...55 Towing Speed ...55 Trailer Hitch ...24 Transmission Lubrication ...71 Transmission Oil Change ...72 Transmission Oil Check...