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Owners Manual - Page 1
..., but information about major repairs is interested in your vehicle, be sure to our worldwide family of excellence for all of your service needs during, and after, the warranty period. Have your accessories and clothing delivered right to your dealership for all utility and recreational vehicles manufactured in the Polaris Service Manual and should be performed only by a Factory...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... Frame VIN: _____ Engine Serial Number: _____ Key Number: _____
5 An ignition key can be replaced if all aspects of your personal safety, the safety of others, and the protection of our environment. KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
As the operator of the vehicle, you are lost. Read and understand your owner's manual, which includes valuable...
Owners Manual - Page 7
..., avoid sudden braking or sharp turns. • Use OVERRIDE for more detailed loading information
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TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 485 LBS. (220 KG) INCLUDES WEIGHT OF OPERATOR, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES Reduce speed and allow greater distance for braking when carrying cargo. Overloading or carrying tall...
Owners Manual - Page 9
...Warning
SAFETY
WARNING NO STEP • Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard.
Vehicle damage or tipover may result, especially in power and traction if too much throttle ...4X4 (AWD). See Owner's Manual. Loss of control or forward flipover may result causing severe injury or death. To prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with guard removed. • Do not modify engine...
Owners Manual - Page 13
...with printed materials that all laws and regulations concerning the operation of your owner's manual. This training is designed to strictly follow the recommended maintenance program outlined in your ... www.atvsafety.org. If you and your vehicle are thoroughly inspected at (800) 887-2887 or by calling ATV Enrollment Express at specific intervals.
13 We strongly advise you on ...
Owners Manual - Page 17
... attempt to proceed in a new area. Cargo must be careful of tires specified for your ATV, and always maintain proper tire pressure. • Never modify an ATV through deep or fast-flowing ...as described in this manual for obstacles or people behind the ATV before operating in reverse, move slowly and avoid turning at sharp angles. • Always use of accessories. • Never exceed...
Owners Manual - Page 27
... when braking while traveling downhill. Do not descend a hill with the transmission in the owner's manual. Shift your weight to ADC 4X4 before descending a hill. Travel straight down a hill at high speed.... an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to turn the ATV around on level ground) as described in the owner's manual. Avoid hills with excessively slippery or...
Owners Manual - Page 28
...vehicle could overturn. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, and then lock the parking brake. Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. Always move the 4X4... backwards or improperly dismounting while climbing a hill. See page 46. Never apply engine power. Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards. HOW TO AVOID THE ...
Owners Manual - Page 31
...tire pressure. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification of tires specified for the ATV in the owner's manual. Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in handling, which could cause loss of accessories... tires, or operation of the ATV with improper or uneven tire pressure, could lead to approved instructions. All parts and accessories added to the vehicle...
Owners Manual - Page 36
... dealer for free movement and return before starting the engine. WARNING
Modifications to the ETC could result in failure to perform as designed, which is spring loaded. Do not attempt... Always check the lever for service if throttle problems arise. Never start or operate an ATV with a sticking or improperly operating throttle. Engine speed and vehicle movement are controlled by pressing ...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... heavy pulling situations and when operating at less than seven miles per hour for extended periods of the vehicle. To change gears, stop the vehicle, and with the engine speed above idle or while the vehicle is moving could cause transmission damage.
Belt Life To extend belt life, use low forward gear in PARK and lock...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... all four wheels when the vehicle descends a hill or 4X4 incline. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
All Wheel Drive System
The All Wheel Drive system is on . When in the instrument cluster will be on ADC 4X4, the ADC system allows engine braking to all times.
44 There is in 4X4. ADC 4X4 Mode When the switch is...
Owners Manual - Page 46
... (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 (24 km/h) or less • The throttle must be closed (throttle lever released) • The transmission must be in gear (high...
Owners Manual - Page 68
... side, keeping body weight uphill. 8. Always move the 4X4 switch to turn around to your right until the vehicle is pointing straight uphill. 5. See page 46. 3. Release the parking brake and proceed slowly, controlling speed with the transmission still in forward and shut off the engine. 4. Use the K-turn the handlebars full left if...
Owners Manual - Page 69
... to a dealer before starting the engine.
After crossing, dry the brakes by your weight carefully, avoid sudden movements, and maintain a slow and steady forward motion. After running the vehicle in water, it to the bottom of the footrests. Depth 3. Proceed slowly, avoiding rocks and obstacles. 4. Perform the services outlined in the maintenance chart. If...
Owners Manual - Page 76
.../ work light X Air filter, E main element Recoil housing (if applicable) X Brake pad wear
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Battery X Demand drive fluid X Rear gearcase oil (if equipped) X Transmission oil X Engine breather E filter (if equipped)
X Perform these services.
76 replace as needed Drain deposits when visible Check level daily, change yearly Inspect level; clean if needed Make adjustments as needed...
Owners Manual - Page 80
...Performance Synthetic 2W-50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil for the part numbers of the ATV. NOTE: A rising oil level between
checks in cool weather driving can indicate contaminants such as gas or moisture collecting in the safe range. Position the vehicle... Never substitute or mix oil brands. Stop the engine. 3. See page 133 for this engine. CAUTION
Mixing brands or using a non-recommended ...
Owners Manual - Page 108
... it, follow the procedure on page 112 for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it 's impossible to take your ATV to a dealer before starting the engine.
1. If water is not thoroughly inspected. MAINTENANCE
Vehicle Immersion CAUTION
If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if the machine is present...
Owners Manual - Page 122
Clean the Exterior Make any necessary repairs and clean the vehicle as recommended. Stabilize the Fuel 1. Air Filter / Air Box 1. Drain the sediment tube. 4. MAINTENANCE
Storage Tips
Cleaning and Storage CAUTION
Starting the engine during the storage period.
See page 119. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fuel Treatment or Polaris Fuel Stabilizer. Clean the air box. 3. Follow the...
Owners Manual - Page 138
... IN DURATION TO THE ABOVE SIX MONTH WARRANTY PERIOD. POLARIS FURTHER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS WARRANTY. Polaris suggests that the spark arrestor in this vehicle will remain in accordance with Polaris recommendations.
138 Damage resulting from state to perform warranty service.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you if inconsistent with...
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