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Owners Manual - Page 3
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 owner's manual on the next page. 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
... pride in your vehicle, be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer (MSD) Technician. Your manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is interested in our Parts, Apparel and Accessories (PAA) products, available through our online store at www.purepolaris.com. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... OR OVERLOADING can cause engine damage. Reduce speed and allow greater distance for details. 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). Do not operate vehicle without pre-filter. Consult owner's manual or dealer for braking when carrying...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... brake gradually. See page 80. 41 If all forward speed is pointed straight uphill. Never apply engine power. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. WHAT CAN HAPPEN: The vehicle could overturn. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, then lock the parking brake...
Owners Manual - Page 55
... the lever is spring loaded. Always check the lever for service if throttle problems arise. Engine speed returns to check or maintain proper operation of the throttle system can result in an accident if the throttle lever sticks during operation. Throttle Lever
Engine speed and vehicle movement are controlled by pressing the throttle lever (1) toward...
Owners Manual - Page 64
...Shifting without releasing the throttle and disengaging the clutch could cause loss of the pedal shifts the transmission to a horizontal position when released. Always release the throttle and fully squeeze the clutch lever ...-hand footpeg. One full stroke of control or vehicle overturn. Manual Shift
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Shift Pedal The gear shift pedal is located in the shifting sequence.
Owners Manual - Page 65
... 6. 7. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Manual Shift
NOTE:
Shifting Gears
Always allow a cold engine to downshift.
62 As engine speed (RPM) increases in neutral.... 2. Depress the gear shift pedal one full stroke. Squeeze the clutch lever to additional gears. 8.
When starting from a stopped position, place the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 66
Shift into reverse unintentionally. 1. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
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63 See page 61. 2.
Rotate the lock-out switch forward to unlock the transmission. 3.
Place the transmission in first gear. Manual Shift
Reverse Lock-Out Switch The reverse lock-out switch (1) prevents the operator from shifting into reverse gear. NOTE: The lock will automatically re-engage ...
Owners Manual - Page 67
...vehicle slows and engine RPM decreases, disengage the clutch and shift to loss of the brakes, or shifting when the engine RPM is too high can cause the tires to a lower gear. NOTE: Be sure the engine... engine RPM has sufficiently decreased before shifting to lose traction or stop the ATV, release the throttle lever and apply the brakes smoothly and evenly.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Manual ...
Owners Manual - Page 69
... operate at full throttle or high speeds for your vehicle.
66 The break-in period for extended periods during the first three hours of operation may cause serious engine damage. OPERATION
Break-In Period
Careful treatment of a new engine and transmission will result in more efficient performance and longer life for your new Polaris Predator...
Owners Manual - Page 73
... in gear if the clutch is disengaged.
Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating.
1. Make sure the fuel valve is on.
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Place the transmission in an enclosed area. CAUTION
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage. Never run an engine in neutral, lock the parking brake and disengage...
Owners Manual - Page 77
... engine and allow it to begin driving. 6. OPERATION
Driving Safely
Driving Procedures 1. Practice maneuvering and using the throttle, clutch and brakes on the handlebars. 2. See page 62. 3. Release the parking brake. 5. Check your surroundings and determine your right thumb while slowly releasing the clutch lever to warm up, then shift the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 83
... procedures outlined in the owner's manual. Keep your body weight uphill. 2. Leaving the transmission in the clutch lever and apply the front and rear brakes. 3. If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, ... Hill
WARNING
Improper hill climbing procedures could cause loss of the vehicle, or on the left side if the vehicle is the K-turn around while climbing a hill is pointing straight...
Owners Manual - Page 85
Shut off . 2. Turn the engine off the fuel supply.
82 See illustration. 5. Place the transmission in first gear. 3. Lock the parking brake. 4. Always block the rear wheels on an incline if possible. If it's unavoidable, follow these precautions: 1. OPERATION
Driving Safely
Parking on an Incline Avoid parking on the downhill side.
Owners Manual - Page 88
Perform the services outlined in water that exceeds the recommended maximum depth, go slowly, balance your dealer at the first opportunity.
85 If your dealer for service before starting the engine. NOTE: Avoid operating the vehicle through deep or fast-flowing water. If you cannot avoid water that exceeds the footpeg level, take it to a dealer...
Owners Manual - Page 96
...-cleaner Coolant Fuel
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Engine/transmission oil Throttle Clutch Lights
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93 Inspect; 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) Calendar Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Pre-Ride Miles...
Owners Manual - Page 97
... deposits when visible Check daily; have dealer replace if wheel moves excessively
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A-arm ball joint
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94 Remarks
Steering Air box sediment tubes Headlamp Tail lamp/brake lamp
Check for vehicles subjected to connector when replaced Check daily Check freeplay daily; MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Periodic Maintenance...
Owners Manual - Page 99
... 6M 6M Miles (Km) 500 (800) 500 (800) 500 (800) 500 (800) 500 (800) 50 H 50 H 50 H 50 H 50 H
Remarks
Drain bowl periodically and prior to severe use. lubricate; 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
... System Service (California) Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use. clean external surface; change coolant every 2 years Inspect Inspect Change every two years Clean out Inspect; replace as needed Adjust Periodic inspection; adjust when parts are replaced Adjust as needed
Cooling system hoses Engine mounts...
Owners Manual - Page 177
Dry Sump
174 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...
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