General Information; Special Tools; Electrical System Service Notes; Switches And Controls - Polaris RANGER RZR 170 Service Manual

ELECTRICAL

GENERAL INFORMATION

Special Tools

PART NUMBER
PV-43568
2870836
2870630
8712100 or 8712500

Electrical System Service Notes

Reference the following notes when diagnosing electrical
problems.
• The ignition system timing is non-adjustable. The
specifications in Chapter 1 are intended for
reference only.
• Refer to wiring diagram for stator and electrical
component resistance specifications.
• When measuring resistance of a component that
has a low resistance value (under 10 Ohms),
remember to subtract meter lead resistance from
the reading. Connect the leads together and
record the resistance. The resistance of the
component is equal to tested value minus the lead
resistance.
• Become familiar with the operation of the meter.
Be sure leads are in the proper jack for the test
being performed (i.e. 10A jack for current
readings). Refer to the owner's manual included
with the meter for more information.
• Voltage, amperage,
included in this manual are obtained with a
Fluke™ 77 Digital Multimeter (PV-43568). This
meter is acceptable for use when diagnosing
electrical problems. Readings obtained with other
meters may differ.
• Pay attention to the prefix on the multimeter
reading (K, M, etc.) and the position of the decimal
point.
• For resistance readings, isolate the component to
be tested. Disconnect it from the wiring harness or
power supply.
8.2
TOOL DESCRIPTION
Fluke™77 Digital
Multimeter
Peak Reading Adaptor
Timing Light
Tachometer
and resistance values
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SWITCHES AND CONTROLS

Key Switch

The key switch can be tested with an ohm meter.
When the key is turned to the "OFF" position, there should
be no continuity between any of the wires.
When the key switch is turned to the "ON" position, there
should be continuity between the red (RD) and brown (BN)
wires. There should also be continuity between the black
(BK) and dark green (DG) wires.
When the key is turned to the "START" position, there
should be continuity between the red (RD) and brown (BN)
wires. There should also be continuity between the black
(BK), dark green (DG), and dark green/red (DG/RD) wires.
K S
EY WITCH

Color
RD
Switch 
Position
OFF
ON
START
C C
ONTINUITY HART
BN BK DG DG/RD