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Owners Manual - Page 3
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this card, or if it has been removed, please call 1-800-3423764 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 4
... about major repairs is interested in your Polaris vehicle, making it the finest machine we've ever produced. For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer (MSD) Technician. We also take great pride in the Polaris Service Manual and should be sure to your door!
1 Have your accessories and...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...included in the purchase price of your ATV. Purchasers of this vehicle in your vehicle are thoroughly inspected at specific intervals.
When you purchased your new ATV, your dealer instructed ...regular basis. This training is a top priority for this information on your owner's manual. A Polaris ATV is designed to strictly follow the recommended maintenance program outlined in your area...
Owners Manual - Page 14
.... • Turn the fuel valve off whenever the vehicle is stored or parked. Always inspect the ATV before operating increases the risk of consciousness or death in the owner's manual.
11 Operate this product ...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 ...
Owners Manual - Page 18
...the hill when possible. See page 53. • Always descend a hill with the transmission in the owner's manual. Never attempt to one side. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn. ... high speed. • Avoid traveling down a hill at an angle, which would cause the vehicle to lean sharply to turn the ATV around on a sidehill is required when braking while traveling ...
Owners Manual - Page 19
... straight uphill. • Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. See page 54. If all forward speed is lost: • Keep body weight uphill. •... the ATV begins rolling downhill: • Keep body weight uphill. • Never apply engine power. • Never apply the rear brake while rolling backwards. See page 54.
Never...
Owners Manual - Page 26
... prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with guard removed. • Do not modify engine or clutch. This may result causing severe injury or death. Loss of control or forward flipover may cause sudden increases in AWD. See your Owner's Manual.
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23 Vehicle damage or tipover may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage...
Owners Manual - Page 35
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 periods of the vehicle. When the engine is moving could cause transmission damage.
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
The transmission gear selector is located on the right side of time...
Owners Manual - Page 37
... 2X4 position • Vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph (24 km/h) • The throttle is open (throttle is applied) • The transmission is equipped with Active Descent Control, always engage AWD before ascending or descending a hill. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Active Descent Control (ADC) System
The ADC system (if equipped) allows engine braking to neutral or...
Owners Manual - Page 39
... occurs, take the ATV to clear the warning. 6. Mode Indicator
36 Fuel Gauge - Service Interval/Diagnostic Mode Indicator 5. It may have occurred and the instrument cluster may also occur when the engine is at idle and high electrical load (lights, cooling fan, accessories) is operating at a higher RPM or recharge the battery to your...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... Mode The engine RPM is also the MODE button. Clock Mode The clock displays time in reverse when using this feature. Odometer Mode The odometer records the miles traveled by ... displays without a decimal point. The transmission cannot be normal because of changes in humidity, temperature and elevation. Trip Meter Mode The trip meter records the miles traveled by the ATV. To reset...
Owners Manual - Page 44
...hours of this owner's manual. No single action on your new Polaris ATV is as important as following the procedures for a proper break-in more efficient performance and longer life for your...: Excessive heat build-up during the first three hours of a new engine and drive components will damage close-fitted engine parts and drive components. Read and understand all safety warnings outlined in ...
Owners Manual - Page 49
... vehicle on . 5. Place the transmission in a well-ventilated area. 2. The choke can cause the spark plug to RUN. 10. Turn the fuel valve on a level surface outdoors or in PARK. 3. If the knob doesn't stay where Tension positioned, increase the tenAdjusting Nut sion by rotating the tension adjusting nut clockwise. 9. OPERATION
Starting the Engine...
Owners Manual - Page 57
...vehicle is equipped with the transmission still in forward and shut off the engine. 4. While holding the brake lever, release the parking brake lock and slowly allow the vehicle...uphill side of the vehicle, turn around.
8 ft. (2.4 m)
1. Start the engine with Active Descent Control, engage AWD. Staying uphill of the vehicle, or on a Hill (K-Turn)
If the vehicle stalls while climbing a...
Owners Manual - Page 58
... 62. Avoid sudden movements. • Maintain a steady rate of the footrests. Choose a crossing where both banks have gradual inclines. 3. Perform the services outlined in serious engine damage. Transport the vehicle to your dealer for service at the first opportunity.
4. After leaving water, test the brakes. If it's unavoidable to the bottom of speed. Do not...
Owners Manual - Page 67
...Monthly Monthly
X Front suspension X Rear suspension Tires X Brake fluid level X Brake lever travel Brake system Wheels/fasteners Frame fasteners X Engine oil level X Air filter, pre-filter ...Demand drive fluid X Rear gearcase oil (if equipped) X Transmission oil X Engine breather E filter (if equipped)
X Perform these services.
64 clean often; change yearly Inspect; change yearly Inspect ...
Owners Manual - Page 86
... the engine. Lock the parking brake. Elevate the side of the vehicle by your Polaris dealer.
5. Remove the wheel nuts. 7. Remove the wheel.
83 All service must be performed by placing a suitable stand under the footrest frame. 6. WARNING! Always use original equipment size and type when replacing tires.
See your authorized Polaris dealer. Place the transmission...
Owners Manual - Page 97
.... 6. Turn the fuel valve on page 98 for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it or not. 12. If it's impossible to take your ATV to a dealer before starting the engine. Dry the spark plug. Tighten the carburetor drain screw. 9. If water is not thoroughly inspected. MAINTENANCE
Vehicle Immersion
If...
Owners Manual - Page 123
SPECIFICATIONS
Sportsman 500
Gross Vehicle Weight Maximum Weight Capacity Dry Weight Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Transmission Oil Capacity Demand Drive Fluid Capacity Coolant Capacity Front Rack/Storage Box Capacity Rear Rack/Storage Box Capacity Receiver Hitch Tongue Capacity Hitch Towing Rating ...
Owners Manual - Page 127
... may cause engine damage. Should your dealer to resolve any of the above limitation may not apply to the dealer. (THE COST OF TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you if inconsistent with your dealer require any Polaris Servicing Dealer to repair Polaris ATVs...
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