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A card containing importan t A TV safety information sh ould be attached to the owner's manual on the next page . If you cannot locate this card, or if it has been removed, plea se call 1-800-34 2-3764 for assistance. W ARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Ca lifornia to cause cancer , birth defe[...]

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W ARNING Improper A TV use can result in SEVERE INJUR Y or DEA TH. READ OWNER'S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND W ARNINGS. AL W A YS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS NEVER CARRY P ASSENGERS NEVER USE WITH DRUGS OR ALCOHOL AL W A YS: use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rou[...]

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2 POLARIS, THE W A Y OUT and OUTL A W are registered trademarks of Polaris Industries Inc. Copyright 2009 Polaris Sales Inc. All in formation contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publicat ion. Due to constant improvements in the design an d quality of production components, some minor discrepan[...]

3 We l c o m e Thank you for purcha sing a Polaris vehicle, an d welcome to our world-wide family of Polaris owners. W e proudly produce an exciti ng line of utility and recreational products. • Snowmobiles • All-terrain vehicles (A TVs) • RANGER ® utility vehicles • V ictory Motorcycles ®[...]

4 We l c o m e W e believe Polaris sets a standard of excellen ce for all utility and re creational vehicles man- ufactured in the world today . Many years of experience ha ve gone into the eng ineering, design, and developm ent of your Polaris vehi cl e, making it the finest machine we've ever produced . For safe and enj oyable operation o f [...]

5 T able of Content s Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 F eatures and Controls . . . . . . . . 38 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Emission Control S ystems . . . . . 85 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 P[...]

6 Introduction Safety W ords and Symbols The following signal words and symbo ls appear throughou t this manual an d on your v ehicle. Y our safety is involved when thes e words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before r eading the manual. The safety ale rt symbol indicates a potentia l personal injury hazard. W ARN ING A W [...]

7 Introduction Failure to follow the warnings and safe ty precautions contained in this manual can result in severe injury or death. A Polaris A TV is not a toy and can be ha zardous to operate. This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles, su ch as motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollov er can occur quickly , even during routine maneu[...]

8 Introduction V ehicle Identification Numbers Record your vehicle's identification number s and key number in the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place . An ignition key can be duplicated only by ordering a Polaris key blank (usin g your key number) and mating it with one of your ex isting keys. The ignition switc[...]

9 Introduction V ehicle Identification Numbers V ehicle Model Number: __________________________________ _______________________________ _______ F rame V ehicle Identifica tion Number (1): ______________________________ ____________________________ Engine Serial Number (2): ________________________________ ______________________________________ Key[...]

10 Safety Safety T raining A TV safety training is a top priority for Polaris. Polaris strongly encourages you and any family members who will be riding the A TV to take a training course. If you purchased a new Polaris A TV in the United S tates, your dealer provided instruction to you about the authorized A TV RiderCourse sm that is available to [...]

11 Safety Safety T raining A Polaris A TV is an off-road vehicle. Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of this vehicle in your area. Follow the recommen ded maintenan ce program outlined in yo ur owner's manual . This program is designed to ensure that all critical components on your vehicle are thoroughl[...]

12 Safety Equipment Modifications W e are concerned for the safety of our custom ers and for the general public. Therefore, we strongly recommend that co nsumers do not inst all on a Polaris A TV any equipment that may increase the spe ed or power of the ve hicle, or make any other modifications to the vehicle for these purposes. Any modifications [...]

13 Safety Safe Riding Gear Always wear clothing suited to the t ype of riding. A TV riding requires special protec tive clothing for comfort and to reduce the ch ance of injury . Helmet W earing a helmet can prevent a severe head injury . When- ever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear a helmet tha t meets or exceeds establishe d safety standards.[...]

14 Safety Safe Riding Gear Eye Protection Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses fo r eye protection. Whenever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggles or use a shatterproof helmet face shield. Polaris recommends wearing approved Personal Protec tive Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V -8, Z87.1, or CE. Make su r[...]

15 Safety Safety W arnings Failure to operate the A TV properly can result in a co llision, l oss of control, a ccident or overturn, which may result in se rious injury or d eath. Heed all safe ty warnings outlined in this section of the owner ’s manual. See the OPERA TION section of the ow ner ’s manual for proper operating procedures. Operato[...]

16 Safety Safety W arnings Operating Wit hout Instructio n Operating this A TV without proper in struction increases the risk of an accident. The opera tor must unde rstand how to operate the A TV properly in different situations and on different types of terrain. Beginning and inexperie nced oper ators shoul d complete the A TV RiderCourse sm offe[...]

17 Safety Safety W arnings Handling G asoline Gasoline is h ighly flammable and explosive under certain condi tions. • Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline. • Always refuel 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[...]

18 Safety Safety W arnings Failure to Inspect Before Oper ating Failure to inspect and verify that the A TV is in safe operating conditi on before operating increases the risk of an accident. Always inspect the A TV befo re each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Always fo llow all inspecti on and maintenance procedures and sch[...]

19 Safety Safety W arnings Carrying a Passenger Carrying a passenger greatly reduces the operator's abil ity to bal ance and control the A TV , which may result in an accident or overturn. Never carry a passenger on thi s A TV . Using Alcohol or Drugs Operating the A T V after consuming alcohol o r drugs could adve rsely affect operator j udgm[...]

20 Safety Safety W arnings Operating on Pavement Operating an A T V on paved surfaces (including sidewalks, paths, parking lots and driveways) may adversely affect the handling of the A TV and could result i n loss of control and accident o r overturn. Avoid operating the A TV on p avement. A TV tires are de signed for of f-road use. If it's u[...]

21 Safety Safety W arnings Operating at Excessiv e Speeds Operating the A TV at excessive speeds increases the operator's risk of losing contro l. Always operate at a speed that' s appropriate for the terrain, the visibility and operati ng conditions, and your expe rience. Physical Control of the A TV Removing a hand from the hand lebars [...]

22 Safety Safety W arnings T urning Improperly T urning improperly could cau se loss of tracti on, loss of control, accid ent or overturn. Alw ays follow proper procedures for turning as describ ed in the owner's manual. Never turn abruptly or at sharp ang les. Never turn at high speeds. Practice tu rning at slow speeds before attempting to tu[...]

23 Safety Safety W arnings Improper Hill Clim bing Improper hill climbing c ould cause loss of control or overturn. Always follow prop er procedures for climbing hills a s described in the owner' s manual. See page 72. Operating on S teep Hills Operating on excessivel y steep hill s could cause an overturn. Never operate on hil ls too steep fo[...]

24 Safety Safety W arnings Descending Hills Improperly Improperly descending a hill could cause loss of control or overturn. • Always follow proper procedures fo r traveling down hills as described in the owner's manual. NOTE: A special tech- nique is require d when braking whi le traveling down hill. See pa ge 78. • Always descend a hill [...]

25 Safety Safety W arnings Crossing Hillsides Driving on a sidehill is not recommended. Imprope r procedure could cause loss of control or overtu rn. Avoid crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely nece ssary . If crossing a hillside is unavoid able, always follow pro per procedures as described in the owne r's manual. See page 74. Never[...]

26 Safety Safety W arnings S t alling While Climbing a Hill S talling, rolling backwards or improp erly dismounting wh ile climbing a hill could cau se an overturn. Always maintain a steady speed when climbing a hill. If all forward speed is lost Keep body weight uphill. Apply the front brakes graduall y (right lever). When fully stopped, apply th [...]

27 Safety Safety W arnings Operating on Slippery T errain Failure to use extra caution when ope rating on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of tracti on, loss of control, accid ent or overturn. Do not operate on excessively rough, slippe ry or loose terrain until you've learned and practiced the skills necessary to [...]

28 Safety Safety W arnings Operating in Unfamiliar T errain Failure to use extra caution when ope rating on unfamiliar terrain coul d result in an accident or overturn. Unfamiliar terrain may contain hidden rocks, bumps, or holes that could cause loss of control or overturn. T ravel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamil iar terrain[...]

29 Safety Safety W arnings Improper V ehicle Modifications Improper installation of accessories or modification of the A TV may cause changes in handling, which co uld caus e loss of control or a n accident. Never modify the A TV through improper installation or use of accessories. All part s and accessories added to the vehicle mu st be genuine Po[...]

30 Safety Safety W arnings Operating Through Deep W a ter Operating the A TV through deep o r fast-flowing wa ter cou ld cause the tires to float, causing loss of control or overturn. Avoid operating throu gh deep or fa st-flowing wate r . If it's unavoidable to e nter water that exceeds the height of the footpegs: • T ravel slowly . • Bal[...]

31 Safety Safety W arnings Poor Visibility Operating the A TV in darkness or incle ment weather coul d result in a collision or accid ent, especially if operating on a road or street. This A TV is not e quipped with highw ay-approved lig hts. Operate this vehicle off-road only . Use caution a nd drive at re duced speeds in condition s of reduced vi[...]

32 Safety Safety W arnings Operating on Frozen Bodies of W a ter Operating on frozen bodies of water ma y result in serious injury or death if the A TV and/or the operator fall through the ice. Never opera te the A TV on a frozen body of water . Operating a Damaged A TV Operating a da maged A T V can result in a n accident. After any overturn or ac[...]

33 Safety Safety W arnings Hot Exhaust Systems Exhaust system components are very hot during and after use of the vehicle. Hot components can cause burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust system components. Always keep combustible materials away from the exhaust system. Use caution when traveli ng through tall grass, especially dry grass. Unauthor[...]

34 Safety Safety Labels and Locations W arning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protec tion. Read and follow the instructions on each label carefully . If any of the labels shown in this manual dif fer from the labels on your vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the labels on the vehicle. If an informational or graphic[...]

35 Safety Safety Labels and Locations General W arning W ARNING Improper A TV use can result in SEVERE INJURY OR DEA TH. Always use an approved helmet and protective gear . Never use on public roads. Never carry passengers. Never use with drugs or alcohol. NEVER operate: • without proper training or instruction • at speeds too fast for your ski[...]

36 Safety Safety Labels and Locations Age 16 W arn ing W ARNIN G Operating this A TV if yo u are und er the age of 16 increases your chance of severe injury or death. NEVER operate this A TV if you are under age 16. 7175374 Discretionary/Sport A TV W arning W ARNING • Never operate this A TV on HILLS steeper than 25 degrees 25 ° . T o prevent ov[...]

37 Safety Safety Labels and Locations No Passenger W arning W ARNING NEVER ride as a p assenger . Passengers can cause a loss of control, resu lting in SEVERE INJURY or DEA TH. 7175378 Ti re Pressure/Load W arning W ARNING Improper tire pressure or overloading can cause loss of control. Loss of control can result in severe injury or death. • Cold[...]

38 Features and Controls Start Butt on Engine Stop Switch Main Key Switch[...]

39 Features and Con trols Main Key Switch The main key switch must be in the RUN position to start the engine. See page 66 for starting procedures. Star t B u t t o n Press the start button to engage the starter . Alwa ys relea se the start button promptly when the engine starts. If the starter fails to engage, re place the blown fuse or see your P[...]

40 Features and Controls Light s Indicator Light s An illuminated light in the indicator window will alert you to the follow- ing condition s. • Hot en gine • Reverse gear is selected • Neutral gear is selected If indicator lights fail to operate, check connections. See your Polaris dealer for inspection of the capacitor and voltage regulator[...]

41 Features and Con trols Light s Headlight s Use the headlight switch to turn the lights on and off and to change the lights from high beam to low beam. The key must be in the ON position and the engine stop switch must be in the RUN position to operate the headlights. Headlight Switch[...]

42 Features and Controls Clutch Lever The hydraulic clutch lever is located on the left handlebar . Squeeze the clutch lever toward the handlebar to dis engage the clutch. Disengage the clutch before shifting ge ars. The clutch is self-adjusting, but lever position can be changed to fit the operato r ’ s hand. T urn the adjusting knob countercloc[...]

43 Features and Con trols Clutch Fluid The clutch fluid master cylinder is located on the left handlebar . Check the fluid level in the reserv oir before each ride. The level should be 4mm below the upper edge of the re servoir . Do not overfill. Polaris recommends the use of KTM Hydraulic Clutch Oil. Do not use brake fluid. Do not mix clutch fluid[...]

44 Features and Controls Throttle Lever Operating an A TV with sticking or improperly operating throttle controls cou ld cause an accid ent. Never start or operate an A TV that has a sticking or impr operly operating throttle. Always contact your dealer for service before operating th e vehicle. Failure to check or maintain proper operation of th e[...]

45 Features and Con trols Throttle Lever The throttle lever is located on the right handlebar . Sque eze the le ver toward the handlebar to increase engine speed and vehicle movement. Fuel is injected into the inta ke passage each time throttle is app lied. Do not squeeze the throt- tle lever while starting the engine. Do not squeeze the throttle l[...]

46 Features and Controls Foot Brake The foot brake operates the rear brakes. The brake pedal is located in front of the righ t-hand footpeg. If the rear wh eels slide while using the foot brake, reduce brake pedal pressure to brake the wheels without skidding. Check the brak e fluid le vel frequently for the foot brake system. The reservoir is loca[...]

47 Features and Con trols Hand Brake The hand brake operates the front brakes. The hand brake is located on the right handlebar . The se brakes are hydr aulically ac tivated d isc type brak es. Squeeze the brake lever toward the handlebar to engage the front brakes. Always test brake lever travel and master cylinder fluid level before riding. When [...]

48 Features and Controls Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid An over-full master cylinder may cause brake drag or brake lock-up, which could result in an accident. Maintain brake fluid at the reco mmended level. Do not overfill. Never store or use a partial bottle of brake fluid. Br ake fluid is hygrosco pic, meaning it rapidly absorbs moisture from the ai[...]

49 Features and Con trols Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid Check the brake fluid in the master cylinder be fore each ride. If the fluid level is low add DOT 4 brake fluid only . Do not overfill. See pa ge 172 for the part nu mbers of Polaris prod- ucts. Hand Brake Fluid Level 1. Position the A T V on a level surface. Position the handlebars so the mast [...]

50 Features and Controls Parking Brake 1. Place the transmission in fi rst gear . 2. Squeeze and release the brake lever two or three times, then squeeze and hold. 3. Push the pa rking brake lo ck down to engage the lock. Release the brake leve r . 4. T o release the parking brake lock, squeeze and release the brake lever . The lock will automatica[...]

51 Features and Con trols Parking Brake The parking br ake may relax if left o n for a long pe riod of time. Always bl ock the wheels to prevent rolling. Always block th e wheels on the downhill side of the A TV if leaving it parked on a hill. Another opt ion is to park the A TV in a sidehill position. Never depend on the park- ing brake alone if t[...]

52 Features and Controls Manual Shif t Shif t Pedal The gear shift pedal is located in front of the left-hand footpeg. One full stroke of the pedal shifts the tr ansmission to the next gear in the shifting sequence. The pedal automa tically returns to a horizontal position when released. T o upshift to a higher gear , place the toe of you r boot un[...]

53 Features and Con trols Manual Shif t Shif ting Gears Always allow a cold engine to warm up before shifting gears. 1. When starting from a stopp ed position, place the transmission in neutral. 2. Squeeze and hold the brake lever . Do not apply throttle. 3. Squeeze the clutch lever to disengage the clutch. 4. Depress the gear shift pedal one full [...]

54 Features and Controls Manual Shif t Reverse Lock-Out Switch The reverse lock-out switch prevents the operator from shifting into reverse uninten- tionally . The switch must be manually unlocked before shifting into reverse gear . The lock will automatic ally re -engage when the transmission is shifted out of reverse gear . 1. Place the transmiss[...]

55 Features and Con trols Manual Shif t Deceleration T o slow or stop the ve hicle, release the thro ttle lever and apply the bra kes smoothly and evenly . As the vehicle slows and engine speed decreases, disengage the clutch and shift to a lower gear . Be sure engine speed has sufficiently decreased before downshifting. W ARNING! Imp roper use of [...]

56 Features and Controls Choke The choke assists in starting a cold engine. The choke knob is located on the left side of the carburetor . Refer to the engine starting procedure on page 66 for correct choke and throttle settings during starting. Fuel T ank The fuel tank filler cap is located directly below the handlebar . Polaris recommends the use[...]

57 Features and Con trols Fuel V alve The fuel valve is located on the right side of the A TV . It has three positions: OFF: For vehicle storage and when transporting. T urn the fuel valve off whenever the vehicle is stored or parked. ON: For normal operation. RES: For reserve supply if main supply is exhausted. There's about a 5 to 8 mile (8 [...]

58 Operation Failure to operate the A TV properly can result in a co llision, l oss of control, a ccident or overturn, which may result in se rious injury or d eath. Read an d unde rstand all safe ty warning s outl ined in the safety section of this owner ’s manual. Break-In Period The break-in period for your new Polaris A TV is the first three [...]

59 Operation Break-In Period Perform the following break-in and maintenance procedures carefully . 1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Always exercise extreme caution whenever han- dling gasoline. 2. Check the oil level. Add the recom- mended oil as needed to maintain the oil level in the pro per range. See page 99 . 3. Allow the engine suf ficien[...]

60 Operation Pre-Ride Inspection Failure to inspect and verify that the A TV is in safe operating co ndition before operating increases the risk of an accident. Always inspect the A T V before each use to make sure it's in safe operating condition. Pre-Ride Check list P age Brake systems / lever travel En sure proper operation 46-51 142-143 Br[...]

61 Operation Pre-Ride Inspection Pre-Ride Check list P age Coolant (if applicab le) Ensure proper level 109 Coolant hoses (if ap plicable) Inspect for leaks -- Throttle Ensure smooth operation 44 Indicator lights / switches Ensure operation 40, 41 Engine stop switch Ensure proper ope ration 39 Air filter Inspect, clean, replace a s needed 112 Air b[...]

62 Operation Safe Operation Practices 1. Complete the re commended safety training before operating this vehicle. See page 10. 2. Do not allow anyon e under 16 years of age to operate this vehicle. Do not allow anyone with cognitive or physical dis- abilities to operate this vehicle. 3. Never carry a passenger on this A TV . 4. Engine ex haust fume[...]

63 Operation Safe Operation Practices 8. Drive in a mann er appropriate for your skills and operating conditions. Never operate at excessive speeds. Never attempt wheelies, jumps, or other stunts. Never remove your hand s from the han- dlebars wh ile operating, an d always keep both feet on the footpeg s. 9. Never consum e alcohol or drugs before o[...]

64 Operation Know Y our Riding Area/T read Lightly Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulatio ns concerning the oper ation of this of f-road vehicle in your area. Respect the environment in which you ride. Find out where the desig- nated riding areas are by contacting your Polaris dealer , a local riding club or local officials. Help keep our[...]

65 Operation T rail Etiquette Always practice go od etiquette when r iding. Allow a safe distance betwee n your vehicle and other vehicles operatin g in the same area. Com m unicate to oncoming operators by signaling the numb er of vehicles in y our group. When stopping, mov e your vehicle to the edge of the trail as far as possible to allow others[...]

66 Operation S t arting the Engine The engine can be start ed when the transmissi on is in neutral, or while in gear if t h e clutch is disengaged. If starting a warm engine, do not use the choke. Fuel is injected into the inta ke passage each time the thro ttle lever is depressed. Do not depress the throttle lever while starting the engine . Do no[...]

67 Operation S t arting the Engine 5. Move the engine stop switch to the RU N position. T u rn the ignition key to ON. 6. If starting the engine while in gear , apply the hand brake and squeeze the clutch lever fully to disengage the clutch. If starting the e ngine while in neutral, the neutral indicator light should be on. If it isn't, diseng[...]

68 Operation Driving Procedures 1. W ear a helmet and eye protection. 2. Sit upright with both feet on the footpegs and both hands on th e handleb ars. 3. S tart the engine and allow it to warm up. 4. Shift the transmission into gear . See page 52. 5. Check you r surroundings and determi ne your path of travel. 6. Release the parking brake. 7. Slow[...]

69 Operation Making T urns Y our A TV is equipped with a solid rear axle, which drives both rear wheels equally at all times. The wheel on the outside of the turn travels a greater dista nce th an the inside wheel when turn- ing, and the inside tire slips traction slightly . T o turn, steer in the direction of the turn, leaning your upper body to t[...]

70 Operation Driving on Slippery Surfaces Whenever riding on slippery surfaces such as wet trails or loose gravel, or during freezing weather , follow these precautions: 1. Do not operate on excessively rough, slip- pery or loose terrain. 2. Slow down when entering slippery areas. 3. Maintain a high level of alertness, reading the trail and avoidin[...]

71 Operation Driving on Slippery Surfaces 4. Never apply the brakes during a skid. Correct a skid by turning the handlebars in the direction of th e skid an d shifting your body weight fo rward. Sideways skid Tu r n i n direction of skid[...]

72 Operation Driving Uphill Braking and handling are greatl y af fected when operating in hilly terrain. Improper procedure could cause loss of control or overturn. When- ever traveling uphill, fo llow these precautions: 1. Drive straight uphill. 2. A void steep hills (25 ° maximum). 3. Always check the terrain carefully before ascending any hill.[...]

73 Operation Driving Uphill 5. Keep both feet on the footp egs. 6. Shift body weight uph ill. 7. Proceed at a steady rate of speed and thro ttle opening. Opening the throttle suddenly could cause the A TV to flip over backwards. 8. Never back do wn a hill. W ARNING! Aggressi vely applying the foot br ake when backing do wn a hill may cause rear tip[...]

74 Operation Driving on a Sidehi ll (Sidehilling) Driving on a sideh ill is not recom mended. Imprope r procedure co uld cause loss of control or overturn. A void crossing the side of any hill unless absolutely necessary . If crossing a sidehill is unavoidable , follow these precautions: 1. Slow down. 2. Lean into the hill, transferring your upper [...]

75 Operation T urning Around on a Hill If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, never back it down the hill! Us e the K-turn to turn around: 1. Keep your body weight uphill. 2. Pull in the clutch lever and apply the front and rear brakes. 3. When comp letely stopped, shut of f the engi ne. Leaving the transmission in gear , releas e the clutch [...]

76 Operation T urning Around on a Hill 7. W ith the front brakes applied, pull in the clutch lever . Use the brakes to slowly allow the vehicle to roll around to your right until it's pointing across the hill or slightly down- ward. 8. W ith the front brakes still applied, release the clutch lever an d lo ck the parking brake. Remount from the[...]

77 Operation T urning Around on a Hill 9. Pull in the clutch lever , shift in to neut ral and restart the engine. 10. Release the parking brake and slowly release the clutch lever , allowing the A TV to pro- ceed slowly . S tay in first gear , using the brakes for additional speed control if necessary , until more level gr ound is reached. 1 1. Fol[...]

78 Operation Driving Downhill When driving downhill, follow these precautions: 1. A void steep hills (25 ° maximum). 2. Shift body weight uph ill. T ransfer your weight to the rear of the vehicle. 3. Drive straight downhill. 4. Slow down. Excessive speed when traveling downhill can cause loss of control. 5. Shift to the lowest ge ar possible while[...]

79 Operation Parking on a Hill or Incline A void parking on an in cline if possible. If it's unavoidable, follow these precau- tions: 1. S top the engine. 2. Place the transmission in first gear . 3. Lock th e parking brake. 4. Always block the rear wheels o n the downhill side. See illustration. 5. T urn the fuel valve off.[...]

80 Operation Driving Through W ater Polaris does not recommend operating in water deeper than the height of the footpegs. Follow these precautions when operating t hrough water: 1. Determine water depth and current before entering water . 2. Choose a crossing where the water level is lowest and where both banks have g radual in clines. 3. A void op[...]

81 Operation Driving Through W ater NOTICE: Serious engine damage can result if the vehi cl e is n ot thoroughly inspected after operating in water deeper than the footpeg level. As s oon as possible, perform the inspectio ns and maintenance services ou tlined in the periodic maintenan ce chart begin ning on page 87. Engine oil and all grease fi tt[...]

82 Operation Driving in Reverse Follow these precautions when operat- ing in reverse: 1. Always check for obstacles or peo- ple behind t he vehicle. 2. Always avoid ba cking downhi ll. 3. Back slowly . 4. Apply the brakes lightly for stop- ping. 5. A void turning at sharp angles. 6. Never open the throttle suddenly while ba cking.[...]

83 Operation Driving in Reverse 7. Do not operate at full throttle. Use just en ough throttle to main tain a desired speed. 8. Always look left, right an d behind the A TV before ba cking. NOTICE: Excessive throttle operation while in the sp eed limi t mode may cause fuel to build in the exhaust, resulting in engine poppin g and/or engine damage.[...]

84 Operation Driving Over Obst acles Follow these precautions when operating over obstacles: 1. Always check for obstacles before oper- ating in a new area. 2. Look ahead and learn to read the terrain. Be constantly alert for hazards such as logs, rocks and low hanging branches. 3. T ravel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfamiliar t[...]

85 Emission Control Systems Noise Emission Control System Do not modify the engine, intak e or exhaust components, as doing so may affect compliance with U.S.A. EP A noise control requirements (40 CFR 205) and local noise level require- ments. Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A. Y our Polaris vehicle has a spark arrestor tha t was tested and qu[...]

86 Emission Control Systems Exhaust Emission Control System The emissions from the exhaust of this vehicl e are controlled by engine design , including factory-set fuel delivery and ignition. The en gine and related compon ents must be main- tained at Polaris specifications to achieve optimal pe rformance. Engine idle speed is the only adjustment P[...]

87 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart Routine inspection and service are critical to the performance and reliability of your high performance engine. Failure to perform the recommended maintenanc e procedures outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart will resu lt in forfeited warranty coverage as well as decreased performan ce and reliability[...]

88 Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart The recommended se rvice intervals are based on aver age riding conditions. V ehicles sub- jected to severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently . Severe Use Definition • Frequent immersion in mud, water or sand • Racing or race- style high RPM use • Prolonged low speed, heavy load opera[...]

89 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart Improperly performing the pr ocedures marked with a Q could result in component failure and cause an accident, which may result in serious injury or death. Always have an autho rized Polaris dealer perform these services. Maintenance Chart Key X Perform these operations mo re often under severe use. E Emis[...]

90 Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used Brake systems/br ake fluid -- Pre-ride -- Check each day before operating the vehicle. Make adjustments as needed. See the Pre-Ride Checklist. 60 Tires -- - - Wheels/lug nuts -- -- F ra me fasteners -- -- Coolant [...]

91 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart X Perform these procedures more often fo r vehicles subjected to severe use E Emission-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services z Use Polaris Premium All Season Grease Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons[...]

92 Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons (liters) Brake pad wear 10 Monthly -- Inspect regularly 143 Battery 10 Monthly -- Check terminals; clean; test 129 X E Air filter 15 Weekly -- Inspect; clean; replace as needed 112 X Oil and filter chan[...]

93 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart X Perform these procedures more often fo r vehicles subjected to severe use E Emission-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services z Use Polaris Premium All Season Grease Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons[...]

94 Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons (liters) X z Upper steering post ( 1) 45 6 M -- Inspect; tighten fasteners; grease after washing A T V/driving in water X z F ro nt A-Arms (2) 45 6 M -- Inspect; tigh ten fasteners; grease (also after washing A T[...]

95 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart X Perform these procedures more often fo r vehicles subjected to severe use E Emission-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services z Use Polaris Premium All Season Grease Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons[...]

96 Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Chart Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons (liters) E Compression ring 90 -- 156 (600) See your dealer or refer to the Dealer Service Manual; measure ring gap a nd replace if at or below service limit E Oil scraper ring 90 -- 156 (600) Camshaft 90 -- 156 [...]

97 Maintena nce Periodic Maintenance Chart X Perform these procedures more often fo r vehicles subjected to severe use E Emission-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services z Use Polaris Premium All Season Grease Item Maintenanc e Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks See Pag e Hours Calendar F uel Used in gallons[...]

98 Maintenance Engine Oil Recommendations Always check and change the en gine oil at the intervals outlin ed in the Peri odic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 87. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris PS-4 PLUS Performance Synthetic 2W -50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil desi gne d for use in 4-stroke manual clutch A TV and motorcyc le app lication[...]

99 Maintena nce Engine Oil Level Check the oil level b efore each use of the vehi- cle. If the engine is cold , the oil level should be visible at the lower edge of the sight gla ss. If the engine is warm, the oil level should be visible between the 1/2 and 3/4 levels in the sight glass. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. V iew the oil [...]

100 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Always change the oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginni ng on page 87. Change the oil more frequen tly on vehicles subjected to severe use. IMPORT ANT : Perform the initi al break-in oil change afte r the first three hours of operation. Always change both oil filters and clean t he[...]

101 Maintena nce Engine Oil Change 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. S tart the engine. All ow it to idle for two to three mi nutes. S top the engine. 3. Place a drain pan beneath the crankcase. Remo ve the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely . CAUTION! Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to co ntact skin. 4[...]

102 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Cleaning the Short Oil Screen Short Screen Short Oil Screen Plug View from bottom o f vehicle Fr o n t O -Rings[...]

103 Maintena nce Engine Oil Change Cleaning the Short Oil Screen 1. Remove the short oil screen pl ug at the bottom of the engine. 2. Remove the short oil screen. Clean the sc reen comp onents thorou ghly and blow we ll with low pressure compressed air . 3. Check the O-rings. If damaged, install new O-rings. 4. Reinstall the screen to the plug. 5. [...]

104 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Cleaning the Lo ng Oil Screen 1. Remove the long screen p lug, located on the side of the engine near the engine number . 2. Remove the oil scree n. Clean the screen thoroughly and blow wi th compressed air . 3. Check the O-rings. If d amaged, install new O-rings. 4. Place the long oil screen on a pin-type key or s[...]

105 Maintena nce Engine Oil Change Cleaning the Lo ng Oil Screen 5. Insert the tool thro ugh the op ening and into the bore of the opposite engin e casing wall. Push the oil screen into the casing as far as possible. Remove the tool. NOTICE: An improperly installed oil screen will function poorly and result in incre ased engine wear . Install the s[...]

106 Maintenance Engine Oil Change Changing Oil Filters 1. Place a drain pan under the engine. 2. Remove the four oil filter cover screws (1). Remove the covers. 3. Using circle clip (sna p ring) pli ers, pull the oil filter inserts (2) out of the housing. 4. Thoroughly clean the engine casing, filter covers and sealing surfaces of the O-rings. Chec[...]

107 Maintena nce Engine Oil Change Changing Oil Filters 6. Grease the filter cover O-rings (3). 7. Reinstall the covers and the screws. T ighten screws to 4.5 ft. lbs. (6 Nm). 8. Remove the oil fill plug (4). Add 40 oz. (1.2 liters) of the recommended engine oil (see page 98). Reinstall the fill plug. 9. S tart the engine. All ow it to idle for at [...]

108 Maintenance Engine Cooling System The engine coolant level is cont rolled or maintained by the recovery system. The recovery system components are the recovery bottle, radiator filler neck , radiator pressure cap and connecting hose. T o ensure that the coolant maintains its ability to protect the engine, we recommend that you completely drain [...]

109 Maintena nce Engine Cooling System Coolant Level The reco very bottle i s located on the right side of the vehicle under the front fender . If the fluid level is vis- ible at the bottom of the side panel, add 6 oz. (175 ml) of coolan t. As coolant operating te mperature increases , the expanding (heated) excess coolant is forced out of the radi[...]

110 Maintenance Engine Cooling System Radiator Coolant Level If the recovery bottle has run dry , inspect the level in the radiator and add coolant if necessary . The radiator pressure cap is located on the le ft side of the vehicle. CAUTION! Escaping steam can cause burns. Never remove the pressure cap while the engine is warm or hot. Always allow[...]

111 Maintena nce Engine Cooling System Cooling System Bleeding Bleeding the cooling system is required only if the system has been drained for maintenance and/or repair . Always allow the engine to cool suf ficiently before removing the radiator pres- sure cap. 1. Remove the pressure ca p. 2. Using a funnel, slowly add th e recommended coolant. Fil[...]

112 Maintenance Air Filter Systems 1. Remove the seat. 2. Release the airbox cover clips and remove the cover . 3. Remove the wing nuts securi ng the filter to the airbox. 4. Pull the filter assembly out of the air box. Note the placement of th e rubber ring for rein- stallation. 5. W ash the filter in soapy water , then rinse and let dry . 6. Appl[...]

113 Maintena nce Carburetor Normal wear from engin e vibration s may cause th e carburetor to supply an overly rich fuel mixture. Replace the jet needle and the need le jet after every 180 hours of operation. Idle S peed Carburetor idle adjustments affect engine star t ing behavior . A proper idle speed of 1 700- 1800 RPM will result in easier star[...]

114 Maintenance Carburetor Carburetor Draining Drain the carburetor float bowl at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart be g inning on page 87. Always drain the bowl after exposure to wet conditions. Perform this procedure when th e engine is cool. 1. T urn the fuel valve off. 2. Place a suitable container under the carburetor to[...]

115 Maintena nce Carburetor Jetting Carburetor re-jetting can be performed to compensate for altitude and/or temperature changes. If the vehicle is to be operat ed at various altitudes and temperatures, certain adjust- ments can be made to improve its operation and driveability . Ab ove 6000 feet (1800 m) the engine air/fuel mixture becomes overly [...]

116 Maintenance Light s Headlight Adjustment 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface with the headlight approximately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a flat wall. 2. Measure the distance from the floor to the center of the h eadlight and make a mark on the wall at the same height. 3. S tart the engine and turn the headlight switch to high beam. 2 " (5 [...]

117 Maintena nce Light s Headlight Adjustment 4. Observe the headlight aim on the wall. The most intense part of the headlig ht beam should be aimed 2" (5 cm) below the mark placed on the wall. Include rider weight on the seat when measuring. 5. Loosen the pivot screw an d adjust the beam to the desired position. 6. T ighten the screw and torq[...]

118 Maintenance Light s Headlight Lamp Replacement When servicing a halogen lamp, avoid touching the lamp with bare fing ers. Oil from your skin leaves a residue, cau sing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. If fingers do touch a lamp, clean it with denatured alcohol. 1. Remove the wire harness connecto r from the back of the headlig[...]

119 Maintena nce Light s Headlight Assembly Replacement 1. Remove the front cover . 2. Remove the wire harnes s connector from the headlight. 3. Remove the two retaining brac kets and the adjuster screw . 4. Remove the headlamp. 5. Install the new headlamp, placing it in the sl ots on the fram e tabs. Se cure the he adlamp with the retaining bracke[...]

120 Maintenance Front Cab/Side Panel Removal The front cab and side panel assembly is remove d in one piece. 1. Remove the seat. 2. Remove the tw o front cove r screws and remove the front cover . 3. Remove the eight side panel screws (four on each side). 4. Remove the fuel cap. 5. Gently pull the side panel/cab assembly upward and rearward. 6. Unp[...]

121 Maintena nce Rear Cab Removal 1. Remove the seat. 2. Remove the two lower bolts (1) on the rear fenders of the cab. 3. Remove the two bolts an d grommets (2) on the top of the cab. 4. Remove the two bolts (3) at the rear cab-to-front-cab joint. 5. Unplug the taillight connector . 6. Remove the cab. 1 3 2[...]

122 Maintenance S p ark Plugs Refer to the specifications section beginning on page 168 for recommended spark plug type and gap. NOTICE: Using non-recommended spark plugs can result in serious engine damage. Alwa ys use Polaris-recomme nded spark plugs. Spark plug condition is indicative of engine operation. The spark plug firing end con dition sho[...]

123 Maintena nce S p ark Plugs Normal Plug The normal insulator tip is gray , tan or light brown. There will be few combustion deposits. The electrodes are not burned or eroded. This indicates the proper type and heat range for the engine and the service. The tip should not be white. A white insulator tip indicates overh eating, cause d by use o f [...]

124 Maintenance S p ark Arrestor Clean-Out Failure to hee d the following w arnings while servici ng the spark arrestor could result in se rious injury or death. The exhau st system can get extremely hot. Do not perform service on the sp ark arrestor while the system is hot. Allow components to cool sufficiently before proceed ing. Remove any combu[...]

125 Maintena nce S p ark Arrestor Clean-Out T o remove accumulated carbon, clean the spark arrestor at the intervals recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 87. 1. Remove the retaining screw and remove the arrestor from the end of the muf fle r . 2. Use a no n-synthetic brush to clean the arrestor screen. A synthetic brush m[...]

126 Maintenance V ehicle Immersion If the vehicle tips or overturns in water deeper than the footpeg level, o r if the engine stops during or after operating in water , restartin g WILL result in serious engine dama ge. T rans- port the vehicle to your dealer for service befo re restarting the engine. If this is not possible, follow the vehicle imm[...]

127 Maintena nce V ehicle Immersion 1. T urn the fuel valve off. 2. Drain water from the air box and cl ean the air filter . See page 1 12. 3. Drain the carburetor bowl. See page 1 14. 4. Remove the spark pl ug. See page 122. W ARNING! Fl uids will be ejected through the spark plug hole and may cause serious inj ury to face or other body part s. We[...]

128 Maintenance V ehicle Immersion 6. Press and hold the starter button for 10 sec ond intervals for about one minute or until water vapor is no longer ejec ting from the spark plug hole. 7. Check the oil level. If the level is higher than the pre-ride insp ection level, water has entered the crankcase. Do not start the engine. T ransport the vehic[...]

129 Maintena nce Battery Improperly connecting or discon nec ting battery cabl es can re sult in an expl osion and cause serious injury or death. When removing the battery , always disco nnect the nega tive (black) cable first. When reinstalling the battery , always connect the neg ative (black) cable last. The seal ed battery is already fi lled wi[...]

130 Maintenance Batter y S torage Whenever the vehicle is not used for a period of three months or more, remove the battery from the vehicle, ensure that it's fully char ged, and store it out of the sun in a cool, dry place. Check battery voltage each month during storage and rechar ge as needed to maintain a full charge. Battery Removal 1. Re[...]

131 Maintena nce Battery Inst allation Always install a fully char ged battery . Using a new battery that has not been fully char ged can damage the battery and result in a shorter lif e. It can also hinder vehicle performance. If recharging is necessary , use a .5 amp battery charger . 1. Place the battery in the ba ttery holder . 2. Connect and t[...]

132 Maintenance Battery Charging (Sealed Battery) On a sealed battery , the sealing strip cannot be removed. Use a voltmeter or multimeter to measure DC voltage. A fully char ged battery will register 12.8 V or higher . If the voltage is less than 12.8 volts, recharge the battery . W ARNING! An overhe ated battery could explode, causin g severe inj[...]

133 Maintena nce Battery Charging (Sealed Battery) The Polaris Battery T ender batte ry char ger can be left connected during the storage period and will automatically char ge the battery if th e voltage drops below a pre-determined point. If the battery fails to recharge during vehicle operation, che ck voltage regulator conne ctions. See your Pol[...]

134 Maintenance Battery Charging (Sealed Battery) Always verify battery condition before and 1-2 hours after the end of char ging. State of Charge V oltage Action Charge Time (Using constant current charger @ standard amps specified on top of battery) 100% 12.8-13.0 volts None, check at 3 months from date of manufacture None required 75%-100% 12.5 [...]

135 Maintena nce Ti r e s Operating your A T V with wo rn tires, improperly i nflat ed tires, non-standard tires or improperly installed tires will affect vehicle handling and co uld cause an accident resul ting in serious inju ry or death. Al ways follow all tire maintenance proced ures as outline d in this manua l and on the labels on the vehi cl[...]

136 Maintenance Wheel Nut T o rque S pecifications Check the wheel nut torques occasionally and wh en they've been loo sened for maintenance. Wheel Hub Ti ghtening Front wheel bearing tightness an d spindle nut retention are cr itical componen t operations. All service must be performe d by your authorize d Polaris dealer . Wheel Removal 1. S [...]

137 Maintena nce Wheel Inst allatio n 1. Place the transmission in gear . Lock the parking brake. 2. Place the wheel on the wheel hub with the valve stem toward the outside and rotation arrow on the tire pointing toward forward rotation. Never install the rim with the val ve stem to the inside of the vehi cle. 3. Install the wheel bolts and finger [...]

138 Maintenance Clutch System Bleeding Always bleed the clutch system at the intervals out- lined in the Periodic Main tenance Chart beginnin g on page 87. Always bleed the clutch system any time the clutch lever feels unr esponsive. Always use the recommended fluid when bleeding the clutch system. See page 43. 1. Position the vehicle on a level su[...]

139 Maintena nce Clutch System Bleeding 4. Remove the bleeder screw (2) from the slave cylinde r . 5. Press fluid into the system unti l the fluid runs out of the hole (3) in the master cylinder without producing bubbles. Extract fluid from the master cylinder during the process to prevent overflowing. 6. When finished, remove the bleeder syringe. [...]

140 Maintenance Throttle Lever Freeplay Periodically check throttle lever freeplay . Maintain freeplay between 1/16" and 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm). If adjustments are need ed, use the procedure on page 141. 1/16 " - 1/8" (1.5 - 3 mm)[...]

141 Maintena nce Throttle Cable Freeplay Adjustment Improper adjustment of throttle cab le freeplay can result in loss of control, whi ch could result in serious injury or death. Polaris recommends that this proc edure be performe d by a Polaris dealer to ensure that it's done correctly . Mechanically knowledgeable persons who perfo rm this pr[...]

142 Maintenance Brakes Under normal operation, the diaphragm extends in to the reservoir as fluid level drops. If the fluid level is low and the diaphragm is not extended, a leak is likely and the diaphragm should be replaced. T o ensure proper diaphragm operation, always fill the reservoir as needed whenever the cover is loosen ed or removed. Do n[...]

143 Maintena nce Brakes 1. Always maintain brake fluid at the recommended level. See pages 48 -49. 2. Check the brake system for fluid leaks. 3. Check the brakes for excessive travel or spongy feel. 4. Check the friction pads for wear , damage and looseness. 5. Check the security and su rface condition of the disc. 6. Inspect the rear brake disc sp[...]

144 Maintenance To e A l i g n m e n t Use the following procedure to check the toe alignment of the vehicle. The vehicle is designed for a ne utral toe setting. W ARNING! Severe in jury or death can result from im proper toe alig nment a nd adjustme nt. Do not attempt to adjust tie rod ali gnment. All tie ro d adjustments should be performed by an[...]

145 Maintena nce To e A l i g n m e n t 3. T ie a length of string between two stands as shown in the illustration. Position the stands so that the string is flush with the side of the rear tire. If available, you may use a long straight- edge instead of string. 4. Measure the distance fro m the string to the rim at the front (1) and rear (2) of th[...]

146 Maintenance Chain T ension Inspection Check the amount o f chain slack by mo ving the vehicle sligh tly forward to remove sla ck at the top side of the chai n. NOTICE: Never adjust or operate the vehicle with the rear drive chain too loose or too tight. Severe damage to the transmission and drive components can result. Chain tensio n must be in[...]

147 Maintena nce Chain T ension Inspection 1. Collapse the suspens ion with an adjustable (buckle type) tr ailer tie down strap (1). Fas- ten the strap around th e axle an d rear bumper tube. 2. T ighten the strap until a straight line (2) can be drawn from the axle to the transmission output shaft, intersecting the swing arm pivo t. This es tablis[...]

148 Maintenance Chain T ension Adjustment 1. Loosen the two eccentric lo cking bolts. Refer t o the illust ration on the following page. 2. Insert a pin punch into the eccentric axle housing. 3. Roll the vehicle slightly to adjust chain slack to the proper dimension. 4. T ighten the eccentric locking bo lts to 35 ft. lbs. (47.5 Nm).[...]

149 Maintena nce Chain T ension Adjustment Step 1 Step 2 Proper splicelink clip opening po sition[...]

150 Maintenance Handlebar Adjustment Improper adjustment of th e handleba rs or incorre ct torquing of the ad juster blo ck tightening bolts can cause limited steeri ng or loosening of the handlebars, resulti ng in loss of control. Foll ow the adjustment procedures exactly , or see your Polaris dealer for service. The handlebars can be adjusted for[...]

151 Maintena nce S teering Inspection Check the steering assembly periodic ally for loos e nuts and bolts. If loose nuts a nd bolts are found, or if you notice any freeplay in the stee ring post, see your Polaris dealer for service before operating the vehi cle. Camber and Caster The camber and caster are non-adjustable.[...]

152 Maintenance Suspension Settings Use a flat-blade sc rewdrive r to make d ampin g adjustments. When the adjuster screw is turned clockwise until it stops, the damp ing is in the fully closed position. Rear Shock (S tandard and Limited Edition) Front Shock (Limited Edition) Setting Compression Damping Rebound Damping Softest 20 clicks from closed[...]

153 Maintena nce Front Suspension Compression Damping (Limited Edition) T o adjust the front suspension compression damping, use the adjustment proc edures outlined for the rear suspension compression damping on page 157. S pring Preload The front suspension preload may be adjusted to suit different riding conditions and operator weight. See page 1[...]

154 Maintenance Front Suspension S pring Preload 1. Raise and safely support the front of the vehicle off the ground to allow the suspen sion to fully extend. 2. Loosen the jam nut and back it away from the adjusting ring. 3. T urn the adjusting ring to th e left (1) to increase preload for a stif fer ride. Tu rn the adju sting ring to the right (2[...]

155 Maintena nce Rear Suspension The rear suspension spring preload , shock rebound damping and shock compression dampin g may be adjusted to suit different riding conditions and operator weight. S pring Preload 1. Raise and safely support the rear of the vehicle off the ground to allow the suspen sion to fully extend. 2. Loosen the jam nut and ba [...]

156 Maintenance Rear Suspension Rebound Damping Use a flat-blade screwdriver to make damping adjustments. The rebound damp ing is factory set at 16 clicks from fully closed. See Suspension Settings on page 152 . 1. Locate the reboun d damping clicker drum b etween the lower spring seat and the lower shock mount. 2. T urn the clicker counter-clockwi[...]

157 Maintena nce Rear Suspension Compression Damping Use a flat-blade s crewdrive r to make d amping ad just- ments. The factory setting is at 10 clicks from fully closed. See Suspension Settings on page 152 . The compre ssion dampi ng clicker is located on top of the shock reservoir , under the right rear fender . 1. T urn the clicker clockwise (1[...]

158 Maintenance Cleaning Keeping your vehicle clean will not only impr ove its appearance but it can also extend the life of various components. NOTICE: High water pressure may damage compo nents. Polaris recommends washing the vehicle by hand or with a garden h ose, using mild soap. Certain products, including insect repellents and chemicals, will[...]

159 Maintena nce Cleaning W ashing the V ehicle W ashing Tips • A void the use of harsh cleane rs, which can scratch the finish. • Do not use a power washer to clean the vehicle. • Do not use medium to heavy duty compounds on th e finish. • Always use clean cloths an d pads for cleaning and polish ing. Old or reused cl oths and pads may con[...]

160 Maintenance Cleaning W ashing the V ehicle If a high pressure water system is used for cleaning (not recommended), exercise extreme caution. The water may damage components an d could remove paint and decals. If warning and safety labels are damaged, contact your Pola ris dealer for free replacement. A v oid direct- ing the water stream at the [...]

161 Maintena nce Polishing Polaris recommends the use of common household aerosol furniture polish for pol ishing the finish on your Polaris vehicle. Fo llow the instructions on the container . Polishing Tips • A void the use of automotive products, some of which can scratch the finish of your vehi- cle. • Always use clean cloths an d pads for [...]

162 Maintenance Sto r a g e NOTICE: S tarting the engine during the storage period will disturb the protecti ve film created by fogging and damage cou ld occur . Never start the engine during the storage period. Exterior Make necessary repairs and clean the vehic le as recommended. See page 158. Battery Storage Refer to pages 129-134 for battery st[...]

163 Maintena nce Sto r a g e Engine Oil Change the oil and both filters. Cl ean the oil screens. See page 100. Air Filter / Air Box Inspect and clean (or replace) the air filter . Cl ean the air box. Drai n the sediment tube. Fluid Levels Inspect fluid levels. Change fluids as reco mmended in the Period ic Maintenance Chart beginning o n page 87. ?[...]

164 Maintenance Sto r a g e S t abilize the Fuel 1. Fill the fuel tank with fuel. 2. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fu el T reatmen t or Polaris Fuel S tabilizer . Follow the instruc- tions on the container for the recommended amount. Carb on Clean removes water from fuel systems, stabilizes fuel and remove s car bon deposits from pistons, rings, valves [...]

165 Maintena nce Sto r a g e Lubricate Inspect all cables and lubricate all areas of the vehicle as recomme nded in the Periodic Main- tenance Chart beginning o n page 87. S torage Area/Covers 1. Make sure tire pressure is at specification. 2. Be sure the storage area is well ventilated. 3. Using suitable su pports unde r the frame, ra ise the vehi[...]

166 Maintenance T ransporting the A TV 1. S top the engine. 2. Place the transmission in fi rst gear . 3. Lock th e parking brake. 4. Remove the key to preven t loss during transporting. 5. Secure the fuel cap, oil cap and seat. 6. T urn the fuel valve off. 7. Always tie the frame of the A TV to the transporting unit securely with suitable straps o[...]

167 Maintena nce T ransporting the A TV[...]

168 S p ecifications OUTL A W 450 MXR Max. Weight Capacity 215 lbs./98 kg P ilot Jet #45 Dry Weight 360 lb s./163 kg Main Jet #138 F uel Ca pacity 3.1 gal./11.8 l Clip P osition 3 Overall Length 71.5 in./182 cm Jet Needle OBDVR Overall Width 47 in./119 cm Alternator Output 200 w @ 3000 RPM Overall Height 45 in./114 cm Compression Ratio 11:1 Wheelba[...]

169 S p ecifications OUTLA W 450 MXR Jetting Chart OUTL A W 450 MXR Driving System T ype Rear T wo- Wheel Drive Tire Size - F ront 20 x 6R10 Shift T ype 5-Speed Manual Shift Tire Size - Rear 18 x 10R9 Primary Ratio 2.516 Tire Pressure - All 4 psi/27.6 KPa Gear Ratio - 1st 2.500 Front Br ake Hydraulic Disc, Dual Bore Gear Ratio - 2nd 1.941 Rear Brak[...]

170 S p ecifications OUTL A W 525 S Max. Weight Capacity 215 lbs./98 kg P ilot Jet #45 Dry Weight 370 lb s./168 kg Main Jet #138 F uel Ca pacity 3.1 gal./11.8 l Clip P osition 4 Overall Length 71.5 in./182 cm Jet Needle OBDVS Overall Width 47.5 in./121 cm Alternator Output 200 w @ 3000 RPM Overall Height 45 in./114 cm Compression Ratio 11:1 Wheelba[...]

171 S p ecifications OUTLA W 525 S Jetting Chart OUTL A W 525 S Driving System T ype Rear T wo- Wheel Drive Tire Size - F ront 21 x 7R10 Shift T ype 5-Speed Manual Shift Tire Size - Rear 20 x 11R9 Primary Ratio 2.516 Tire Pressure - All 4 psi/27.6 KPa Gear Ratio - 1st 2.500 Front Br ake Hydraulic Disc, Dual Bore Gear Ratio - 2nd 1.941 Rear Brake Hy[...]

172 Polaris Product s P art Number Description Engine L ubricant 2876244 PS-4 PLUS P erfo rmance Synthetic 2W -50 4-Cycle Oil (qt.) 2876245 PS-4 PLUS P erfo rmance Synthetic 2W -50 4-Cycle Oil (gal .) Grease / Spec ialized Lubrican ts 2871312 Grease Gu n Kit, Premium All Season (3 oz.) 2871322 Premium All Season Grea se (3 oz. cartridge) 2871423 Pr[...]

173 Polaris Product s P art Number Descript ion Coolant 2871323 60/40 Coo lant (gal.) 2871534 60/40 Coo lant (qt.) Additives / Miscellaneo us 2871326 Carbon Clean Plus (12 o z.) 2870652 F uel Stabilizer (16 oz.) 2872189 DOT 4 Brake Fluid (12 oz.) 2876335 Hydraul ic Clutch Oil (qt.)[...]

174 T roubleshooting See your Polaris dealer if you're unable to identify solutions using the following charts. Engine T urns Over , Fails to S tart Pos sible Cause Solution Out of fuel T urn the fuel valve to reserve, refuel W ater is present in carburetor or fuel supply Cle an carburetor and/or drai n fuel sy stem and refuel Fuel valve is tu[...]

175 T rouble shooting Engine T urns Over , Fails to S tart Pos sible Cause Solution No spark to spark plug Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs See your Polaris dealer Overuse of choke/flooded engine Engage starter 2 times for 5 seconds each, then restart. If engine f ails to start, in spect, clean and/or replace spark plugs. Low battery volta[...]

176 T roubleshooting Engine Doesn’t T urn Over Engine Pings or Knocks Possible Caus e Solution Fuseable link See Pol aris dealer for replac ement Low battery voltage Rechar ge battery to 12.8 VDC Loose battery connections Chec k all connectio ns and tighten Loose solenoid connections Chec k all connectio ns and tighten Possible Caus e Solution Po[...]

177 T rouble shooting Engine Backfires Possible Caus e Solution W eak, fouled or defective spark plug In spect, clean and/or replace spark plugs Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range Set gap to specs or replace plugs Old or non-recommended fuel Replace with new fuel Exhaust leak Inspect system for leaks; see your Polaris dealer Incorrectly install[...]

178 T roubleshooting Engine Runs Irregularly , St alls or Misfires Possible Caus e Solution Fouled or defective spark plug Inspec t, clean and/or replace spark plug W orn or defective spark pl ug wire See your Polaris dealer Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range Set gap to specs or replace plug Loose ignition connect ions Check all connections an [...]

179 T rouble shooting Engine Runs Irregularly , St alls or Misfires Possible Caus e Solution Clogged air filter Inspect and clean or replace Electronic throttle control ma lfunction See your Polaris dealer Incorrect idle adjustment Adjust id le speed or see your Polaris dealer Clogged idle jet Disassemble ca rburetor and clean the jets Other mechan[...]

180 T roubleshooting Engine Runs Irregularly , St alls or Misfires Possible Le an F uel Mixture Cause Solution Low or contaminated fuel Add or ch ange fuel, clean the fuel system Low octane fuel Replace with recommende d fuel Old or non-recommended fuel Re place with recommended fuel Clogged fuel valve screen See your Polaris dealer Incorrect jetti[...]

181 T rouble shooting Engine Fails to Reach High RPM Engine Uses Excessive Oil Possible Caus e Solution W orn or dirty needle valve Clean and/or replace needle valve Loose carburetor jets T ighten jets Faulty ignition timing See your Polaris dealer Possible Caus e Solution Bent engine ventilatio n hose Install a new hose Excessive oil in syste m Ch[...]

182 T roubleshooting Engine S tops or Loses Power Possible Caus e Solution Out of fuel T urn the fuel valve to reserve, refuel Interrupted fuel supply Clean fuel system and carburetor Clogged, dirty or wet air filter I nspect and clean or replace Electronic throttle control ma lfunction See your Polaris dealer Other mechanical failure See your Pola[...]

183 T rouble shooting Engine S tops or Loses Power Possible Caus e Solution Kinked or plugged fuel vent line Inspect and replace W ater present i n fuel Replace with new fuel Overuse of choke Ins pect, cl ean a nd/or replace spark plugs Fouled or defective spark plug Inspec t, clean and/or replace spark plugs W orn or defective spark pl ug wire See[...]

184 T roubleshooting Engine Overheat s Possible Caus e Solution Debris lodged in radiator scre en Remove and clean the screen Plugged radiator Use a garden hose to flush any debris from the radia- tor fins. NOTE: High pressure washers can deform the radiator fins and reduce cooling ef ficiency . Insufficient coolant Check levels a nd fill as needed[...]

185 T rouble shooting Engine Fails to Reach Full Powe r Possible Caus e Solution Interrupted fuel supply Clean fuel system and carburetor Float leak s Replace the flo at Clogged, dirty or wet air filter I nspect and clean or replace Faulty exhaust system Check system for damage; see your Polaris dealer V alve gap is too small Adjust valve gap Fault[...]

186 Declaration of Conformity Polaris Industries Inc., 2100 Hwy 55, Medina, MN 55340 U.S.A. T elephone 7 63-542-0500 W e, Polaris Industries I nc., declare that the ve hicles lis ted below conform to the e ssential health and safety requirements applicab le to off- road all-terrain vehicles. APPLICABLE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES TEST / EV ALUA TION METHOD[...]

187 Declaration of Conformity PRODUCT IDENTIFICA TION VEHICLE SERIES TRADE NAME MODEL YEARS SOUND PRESSURE dB (A) ___KA05__ OUTLA W 50 2008 , 2009, 2010 76.8 ___KA09__ OUTLA W 90 2008 , 2009, 2010 76.8 ___F A09__ SPOR TSMAN 90 2008, 2009, 201 0 76.8 ___V A17__ RZ R 170 2009, 2010 81.3 ___PB20__ PHOENIX 200 2008 , 2009, 2010 76.8 ___BA32__ TRAIL BLA[...]

188 Declaration of Conformity VEHICLE SERIES TRADE NAME MODEL YEARS SOUND PRESSURE dB (A) ___MN76__ SPOR TSMAN 800 2008, 2009, 2010 83.6 ___TN85__, ___ DN85__ SPOR TSMAN X2/TOURING 850 2010 77.2 ___CL76__ SPOR TSMAN 800 6X6 2009, 2010 80.1 ___ZN85__, ___ZX85__ SPOR TSMAN 850 EFI 2009, 2010 80.4 ___RH50__, ___ HH50__ R ANGER 500 EFI 4X4 2009, 2010 7[...]

189 W arranty LIMITED WARRANTY Polaris Sales Inc., 2100 Highway 55, Medina, MN 55340, gives a SIX MONTH LIMITED W ARRANTY on all components of t he Polaris All T errain V ehicl e (A TV) agai nst defects in materi al or workmanship. Polaris also gives a one year limited warranty on the final drive chain for failure due to defects. This warra nty cov[...]

190 Wa r r a n t y W ARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCL U SIONS: LIMIT A TIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES The Polaris l imited warranty e xcludes any failures that are not caused by a defect in material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover accident al damage, normal wear and tear, a buse or improper ha ndling. Th is war- ranty also does not cover an[...]

191 W arranty W ARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCL USIONS: LIMIT A TIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES W arranty applies to the product only and does not allow fo r coverage of personal loss. Some items are co nsidered "consumable," meaning they are considered part of normal maintenance or part of completing an ef fective repair . The following items[...]

192 Wa r r a n t y W ARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCL U SIONS: LIMIT A TIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES This warranty also excludes failures resulting from improper lubrication; im proper engine timing; improper fuel; surface imperfections caused by external stress , heat, cold or contamination; operator error or abuse; improper component a lignment, tens[...]

193 W arranty W ARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCL USIONS: LIMIT A TIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ALL IMPLIED W ARRANTIE S (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED W ARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A P AR TICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURA TION TO THE ABOVE SIX MONTH W ARRANTY PERIOD. PO LARIS FUR THER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS W ARRANTIES NO[...]

194 Wa r r a n t y HOW TO OBT AIN WARRANTY SERVICE If your A TV requires warranty service, you must take it to a Polaris dealer authorized to repair Polaris A TVs. When requesting warranty service you mu st present your copy of the W arranty Registration form to the dealer . (THE COST OF TRANSPOR T A TION TO AND FROM THE DEALER IS YOUR RESPONSIBILI[...]

195 W arranty EXPORTED VEHICLES EXCEP T WHERE SPECIFICALL Y REQUIRED BY LA W , THERE IS NO W ARRANTY OR SER VICE BUL- LETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTR Y OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LO CA TION. This policy does not apply to vehicles that have received authorization for export from Po laris Industries. Deale[...]

196 Wa r r a n t y EXPORTED VEHICLES How to Get Ser vice I f Y ou Move: If you move to another country , be sure to contact Polaris C ustomer Assistance and the customs department of the destination country before you move. V e hicles importation rules vary considerably from country to cou ntry . Y ou may be required to present do cumentat ion of y[...]

197 W arranty U.S.A . EP A Emissions Limited W arranty This emissions limited war ranty is in addition to t he Polaris standa rd limited warran ty for your vehic le. Polaris Industries Inc. warrants that at the tim e it is first purch ased, this emissions-c ertified vehicle is designed, built and equipped so it conforms with applic able U.S. Enviro[...]

198 Wa r r a n t y U.S.A . EP A Emissions Limited W arranty For exhaust emissions , emission-relate d components in clude any engine pa rts rela ted to th e following systems: The following parts are also considered emission -related components fo r exhaust emissions: The following parts are considered emission -related components for evaporative e[...]

199 W arranty U.S.A . EP A Emissions Limited W arranty The exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty shall be, at the exclusive opt ion of Polaris, repair or replacement of any defective materi als, components or products. THE REMEDIES SET FOR TH IN THIS LIM- ITED W ARRAN TY ARE THE ONL Y REMEDIES A V AILABLE T O ANY PERSON FOR BREACH OF[...]

200 Wa r r a n t y U.S.A . EP A Emissions Limited W arranty This limited war ranty excludes failures not caused by a defect in material o r workmansh ip.This limited warranty does not cover damage due to accidents, abuse or improper handling, maintenance or use. This limited wa rranty also does not cover any engine that ha s been structural ly alte[...]

201 Maintenance Log Present this section of your manual to your dealer each time your vehicle is serviced . This will p rovide you and future owners with an accurate log of maintenance and services performed. DA TE SERVICE INTERVAL (HOURS) TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS 3 Hours (Break-in) 15 30 45[...]

202 Maintenance Log DA TE SERVICE INTERVAL (HOURS) TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS 60 90[...]

203 Maintenance Log DA TE SERVICE INTERVAL (HOURS) TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS[...]

204 Maintenance Log DA TE SERVICE INTERVAL (HOURS) TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS[...]

205 Index A Age Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Air Filter Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 B Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . 132-134 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . 130, 162 Bleeding the Cooling Syste[...]

206 Index F Fluid Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49 Clutch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Foot Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Foot Brake Flui d Level . . . . . . . . . 49 Fuel Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Fuel Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Fuel Stabilizer . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

207 Index R Rebound Damp ing, Rear . . . . . . . 156 Restrictions, Age . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Reverse Lock- Out Switch . . . . . . . 54 Riding Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Riding Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13- 14 S Safe Operation Practices . . . . . . 62-63 Safety Labels and Locations . 34-37 Age 16 Warn ing . . . .[...]

208 Index S Spark Arrestor Clean-Out. . . 124-125 Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122-123 Spring Prelo ad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Spring Prelo ad, Front . . . . . . . . . . 154 Spring Preloa d, Rear . . . . . . . . . . 155 Starting the E ngine . . . . . . . . . . 6 6-67 Steering Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Storage . . .[...]