Fan Motor Current Draw; Gear Position Indicator Switch; Test Diagram - Polaris 2008 sportsman 800efi Service Manual

Fan Motor Current Draw

A current draw test will provide a good indication of fan motor
condition. A worn or damaged fan motor will draw more
current, which causes a reduction in blade speed and reduced
cooling.
Org/Blk
Connect Ammeter Between
Org/Black Pins
Fan Harness
1. Disconnect the harness from the coolant sensor.
2. Connect a DC ammeter in between the fan switch harness
wires as shown.
3. Be sure fan blade is free to rotate.
4. Turn ignition key and engine stop switch to ON" position.
Read the current draw on ammeter with fan running.
5. If the fan motor draws more than 15 Amps, replace the
motor.
Fan Motor Current Draw:
Should Be Less Than 15 Amps
NOTE: This fan motor current draw specification
only applies to Sportsman EFI models.

GEAR POSITION INDICATOR SWITCH

Test Diagram

Fan Motor
Org/Blk
Brn
NOTE: Also see "INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
TROUBLESHOOTING" for gear switch resistance.
TRANSMISSION SWITCH
High/Low/Neutral/Reverse/Park Switch
High Range
Low Range
Neutral
Reverse
Park
Green/White Brown/Red
Violet (purple)
Orange/Red
ELECTRICAL
White/Blue
Blue/Red
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