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Owners Manual - Page 1
... during, and after, the warranty period. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your vehicle, be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer (MSD) Technician. Be sure to return to your dealership for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is interested in the Polaris Service Manual and should be sure...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... VIN: _____ Engine Serial Number: _____ Key Number: _____
5 An ignition key can be replaced if all aspects of your vehicle's identification numbers and key number in a safe place. Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your existing keys.
KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
As the operator of the vehicle, you are lost. Read and understand your owner's manual, which includes...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... unattended, place shift in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH. TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 515 LBS. (234 KG) INCLUDES WEIGHT OF OPERATOR, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES Reduce speed and allow greater distance for more detailed ... When this ATV on rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo.
Read Owner's Manual for braking when carrying cargo.
Owners Manual - Page 9
Vehicle damage or tipover may result, especially in 4X4 (AWD). Loss of ... damage. This may cause sudden increases in serious injury or death. See Owner's Manual. Hitch Capacity Label
TRAILER MAX WEIGHT: 1500 LBS. (682 KG) ON LEVEL GROUND... MAX. Doing so can cause part failure, possible imbalance, and excessive engine RPM, which can result in power and traction if too much throttle is applied....
Owners Manual - Page 13
... at (800) 887-2887 or by calling ATV Enrollment Express at specific intervals.
13 You should review this training. This preventive maintenance program is included in your eligible family members. Purchasers of this vehicle in the purchase price of your owner's manual. If you can take the ATV RiderCoursesm. Operator Safety
Safety Training...
Owners Manual - Page 17
...described in this manual for carrying cargo or towing. Never attempt to reduce the chance of skidding or sliding out of tires specified for ...tire pressure. • Never modify an ATV through deep or fast-flowing water. Operator Safety
SAFETY
• Always check for obstacles before operating in a new area. Test the brakes after leaving water. Cargo must be careful of accessories...
Owners Manual - Page 27
...vehicle to lean sharply to ADC 4X4 before descending a hill. See page 66. Always check the terrain carefully before ascending or descending a hill. Never travel down a hill at high speed. Travel straight down hills as described in the owner's manual... any hill. Do not descend a hill with the transmission in the owner's manual. Shift your weight to turn the ATV around on hills...
Owners Manual - Page 28
...Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. Never apply engine power. When fully stopped, apply the rear brake as well, and then lock...vehicle could overturn. If all forward speed is pointed straight uphill. Apply the brakes. See page 66.
28 Dismount on uphill side, or to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill. Always move the 4X4...
Owners Manual - Page 31
... to an accident.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN Improper installation of accessories or modification of control or accident. Always maintain proper tire pressure as described in handling, which could cause loss of the ATV may cause changes in the owner's manual and on this ATV with improper tires, or with improper modifications. or equivalent components designed...
Owners Manual - Page 36
...service if throttle problems...Engine speed returns to the ETC.
36 Always contact your dealer for free movement and return before starting the engine.... If the throttle cable should stick in an open position when the operator releases the throttle lever, the engine will...
Modifications to the ETC could result in failure to perform as designed, which is equipped with sticking or improperly...
Owners Manual - Page 41
... right side of the vehicle. Use either leaded or unleaded gasoline with the engine idling, move the lever to the fuel tank.
H: High Gear L: Low Gear N: Neutral R: Reverse P: Park Whenever the ATV is left unattended, always place the transmission in heavy pulling situations and when operating at less than seven miles per hour for extended...
Owners Manual - Page 44
... (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 66
..., release the parking brake lock and slowly allow the vehicle to roll around .
8 ft. (2.4 m)
1. Dismount on the uphill side of the vehicle, turn around to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill. Restart the engine with the service brake, until it down the hill! Leave the transmission in forward. 9. Use the K-turn to turn the handlebars...
Owners Manual - Page 67
... areas need special attention: engine oil, transmission oil, demand drive fluid, rear gearcase oil, and all grease fittings. CAUTION
Major engine damage can operate through water: 1. NOTE: Avoid operating the vehicle through deep or fast-flowing water. If you
cannot avoid water that exceeds the footrest level, take it serviced as outlined in water that...
Owners Manual - Page 74
... Rear suspension Tires X Brake fluid level X Brake lever travel Brake system Wheels/fasteners Frame fasteners X Engine oil level X...X Transmission oil X Engine breather E filter (if equipped)
X Perform these services.
74 MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Perform all services at...-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to...
Owners Manual - Page 78
... substitute or mix oil brands.
78 MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil Recommendations
Polaris recommends the use of Polaris PS-4 PLUS Performance Synthetic 2W-50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil for the part numbers of Polaris products. Always use the ...recommended oil may need to be changed more frequently if Polaris oil is not used. Oil may cause serious engine damage. Always use 2W-50 oil.
Owners Manual - Page 93
... must be performed by placing a suitable stand under the footrest frame. 6. Tire Tread Depth
Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to the specifications section beginning on your ATV with worn tires, improperly inflated tires, non-standard tires or improperly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and could cause an accident resulting in PARK.
Place the transmission in...
Owners Manual - Page 102
Check the air box. Take the vehicle to your dealer before starting it, follow the procedure on page 106 for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting the engine.
1. If water is not thoroughly inspected. Turn the engine over several times using the electric start the engine. If necessary, repeat the drying procedure...
Owners Manual - Page 116
... system. Clean the Exterior Make any necessary repairs and then clean the vehicle as recommended. NOTE: Carbon Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and
removes carbon deposits from pistons, rings, valves and exhaust systems.
3. MAINTENANCE
Storage Tips
Cleaning and Storage CAUTION
Starting the engine during the storage period. See page 113. Drain the...
Owners Manual - Page 131
....1(c) for your original selling dealer;
When requesting warranty service you may also have other warranty terms will contact the appropriate person at least 1000 hours when subjected to repair Polaris ATVs. We recommend the use of Polaris engine oil for at Polaris. If any Polaris Servicing Dealer to perform warranty service. SPARK ARRESTOR
Polaris warrants that you if...
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