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Owners Manual - Page 3
If you cannot locate this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to the owner's manual on the next page. A card containing important ATV safety information should be attached to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
The engine exhaust from this card, or if it has been removed, please call 1-800-3423764 for assistance.
Owners Manual - Page 4
... of your accessories and clothing delivered right to follow the instructions and recommendations in our complete line of Polaris owners. We also take great pride in this owner's manual. Many years of experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of your service needs during, and after, the warranty period. Have your Polaris vehicle. Be...
Owners Manual - Page 10
...638-2772, or visit www.cpsc.gov, visit www.atvsafety.org, or call Polaris at specific intervals. A Polaris ATV is included in the purchase price of this information on the ....org. You should review this vehicle in your ATV. Familiarize yourself with printed materials that all laws and regulations concerning the operation of your owner's manual. You were also provided with all...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... 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...chemicals known to make sure it's in a short time. The engine exhaust from this vehicle only outdoors or in the owner's manual.
11 SAFETY
Safety Warnings
Handling Gasoline
Gasoline is highly flammable and ...
Owners Manual - Page 18
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Driving on level ground) as described in the owner's manual. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn. • Always follow proper procedures as... not recommended. See page 59. • Always descend a hill with the transmission in the owner's manual. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before descending a hill. • Shift your weight rearward. • Never ...
Owners Manual - Page 19
... following the procedure described in the owner's manual. If the ATV begins rolling downhill: • Keep body weight uphill. • Never apply engine power. • Never apply the rear ...; Always move the 4X4 switch to either side if ATV is pointed straight uphill. • Turn the ATV around and remount, following the procedure described in the owner's manual. Apply the single-lever...
Owners Manual - Page 29
... button. The transmission cannot be in serious injury or death.
The reverse override button also acts as a MODE button. 4X4 Switch Use the 4X4 switch to either 4X4 position.
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Pressing...CONTROLS
Switches
Headlight Switch
2x4
Mode/Reverse Override Button
4X4 Switch
Engine Stop Switch
Main Key Switch
Mode/Reverse Override Switch This vehicle is open can cause loss of control, which ...
Owners Manual - Page 36
... parking brake.
Fuel Tank Cap
33 EPS remains engaged whether the vehicle is left unattended, always place the transmission in heavy pulling situations and when operating at less than seven miles per hour for EPS Warning Indicator information. Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
The transmission gear selector is Gear located on a level surface. When the engine is idling...
Owners Manual - Page 39
...; The throttle is open (throttle is applied) • The transmission is shifted to all four wheels when the vehicle descends a hill or incline. FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Active Descent Control (ADC) System
The ADC system allows engine braking to neutral or park
36 Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill.
Owners Manual - Page 40
... Indicator
NOTICE: High water pressure may damage ATV components. Immediately clean off any gasoline that senses vehicle speed from a gear in miles/kilometers as well as hours of operation, service interval timer and indicator, gear position, fuel level, AWD status, EPS status (if equipped), high beam status, battery voltage warning, temperature warning and diagnostic display...
Owners Manual - Page 42
... light remains on either ADC 4X4 or 4X4). 12. See your dealer for service.
39 Speed Display - This area displays vehicle ground speed or engine rotational speed when the corresponding display is activated. When the last segment clears, a low fuel warning is selected.
If the engine is turned off when the engine is started. Service Indicator - A flashing wrench symbol...
Owners Manual - Page 63
... pointing straight uphill. 5. 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. Lock the parking brake and remount the vehicle from the uphill side, keeping body weight uphill. 8. Staying uphill...
Owners Manual - Page 64
... is not possible, follow the vehicle immersion inspection and drying procedures outlined on page 100, then see your weight carefully. After leaving water, test the brakes. Determine water depths and current before restarting the engine. Perform the services outlined in serious engine damage. The following areas need special attention: engine oil, transmission oil, demand drive fluid, rear...
Owners Manual - Page 73
... Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use. clean often Check operation Inspect; test Inspect level Inspect level Inspect level Lubricate all services at whichever maintenance interval is reached first. Remarks
X Perform these services.
70 MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Perform all fittings, pivots, cables, etc...
Owners Manual - Page 76
...the engine is not used. Always use 2W-50 oil. Add the recommended fluid as needed. MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil Recommendations
Polaris recommends the use of Polaris PS-4 PLUS Performance Synthetic ... or mix oil brands. Reinstall and tighten the dipstick. Position the vehicle on page 72 for this engine. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for the part numbers of the ATV. 1....
Owners Manual - Page 103
.... 6. If water has been ingested into the PVT, follow the procedure on page 104 for service as soon as possible, whether you succeed in starting it or not. 8. MAINTENANCE
Vehicle Immersion
If your vehicle becomes immersed, major engine damage can result if the machine is present, dry the air box and replace the filter...
Owners Manual - Page 117
... the engine during the storage period will disturb the protective film created by fogging and damage could occur. See page 111. Carbon Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and removes carbon deposits from pistons, rings, valves and exhaust systems. 3. Clean the Exterior Make any necessary repairs and then clean the vehicle as recommended...
Owners Manual - Page 129
SPECIFICATIONS
Sportsman 550 XP / XP EPS
Maximum Weight Capacity Dry Weight Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Rear Gearcase Oil Capacity Demand Drive Fluid Capacity Transmission Oil Capacity Front Rack/Storage Box Capacity Rear Rack Capacity Receiver Hitch Tongue Capacity Hitch Towing Rating Unbraked Trailer Towing Capacity* Overall Length Overall Width ...
Owners Manual - Page 131
SPECIFICATIONS
Sportsman 850 XP / XP EPS
Maximum Weight Capacity Dry Weight Fuel Capacity Engine Oil Capacity Coolant Capacity Rear Gearcase Oil Capacity Demand Drive Fluid Capacity Transmission Oil Capacity Front Rack/Storage Box Capacity Rear Rack Capacity Receiver Hitch Tongue Capacity Hitch Towing Rating Unbraked Trailer Towing Capacity* Overall Length Overall Width ...
Owners Manual - Page 135
... RESPONSIBILITY). Damage resulting from state to perform warranty service. If any warranty issues. Please work with your dealer to you must present your ATV requires warranty service, you if inconsistent with Polaris recommendations.
132 Engine Oil
1. WARRANTY
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