User Manuals: Polaris 2009 Sportsman 400 ATV

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Polaris 2009 Sportsman 400 Owner's Manual

Polaris 2009 Sportsman 400 Owner's Manual (126 pages)

Polaris Industries All-Terrain Vehicles Owner's Manual

Brand: Polaris | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 3 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
6
Introduction
7
- Vehicle Identification Numbers
  9
- Safety Training
  10
Safety
10
- Safe Riding Gear
  11
- Equipment Modifications
  12
- Eye Protection
  12
- Age Restrictions
  13
- Safety Warnings
  13
- Operating Without Instruction
  13
- Handling Gasoline
  14
- Exposure to Exhaust
  14
- Failure to Inspect before Operating
  14
- Protective Apparel
  15
- Carrying a Passenger
  15
- Using Alcohol or Drugs
  15
- Operating on Pavement
  16
- Operating on Public Roads
  16
- Operating at Excessive Speeds
  16
- Physical Control of the Atv
  17
- Improper Hill Climbing
  17
- Turning Improperly
  17
- Jumps and Stunts
  17
- Descending Hills Improperly
  18
- Crossing Hillsides
  18
- Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  19
- Operating on Steep Hills
  19
- Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  20
- Operating on Slippery Terrain
  20
- Improper Tire Maintenance
  21
- Operating Improperly in Reverse
  21
- Skidding or Sliding
  22
- Operating over Obstacles
  22
- Operating through Deep Water
  22
- Improper Cargo Loading
  23
- Poor Visibility
  23
- Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  23
- Physical Skills
  24
- Operating a Damaged Atv
  24
- Hot Exhaust Systems
  24
- Unauthorized Use of the Atv
  24
- General Warning
  25
- Safety Labels and Locations
  25
- Discretionary Warning
  26
- "No Passenger" Warning
  27
- Tire Pressure/Load Warning
  27
- Age 16 Warning
  28
- Hitch Capacity Label
  28
- Reverse Override Warning
  28
Features and Controls
29
- Headlight Switch
  30
- Throttle Lever
  30
- Brake Lever
  31
- Parking Brake
  32
- Auxiliary Foot Brake
  33
- Brake Fluid
  34
- Fuel Tank Cap
  36
- Fuel Filter
  36
- Fuel Valve
  36
- Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
  37
- All Wheel Drive System
  38
- Engaging Awd
  38
- Instrument Cluster
  39
- Rider Information Center
  40
- Break-In Period
  41
Operation
41
- PVT Break-In (Clutches/Belt)
  42
- Engine and Drivetrain Break-In
  42
- Safe Operation Practices
  43
- Trail Etiquette
  44
- Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly
  44
- Pre-Ride Checklist
  45
- Starting the Engine
  46
- Cold Weather Operation
  47
- Driving Procedures
  48
- Turning the Vehicle
  49
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  50
- Driving Uphill
  51
- Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
  52
- Driving Downhill
  53
- Parking on an Incline
  54
- Turning Around on a Hill (K-Turn)
  55
- Driving through Water
  56
- Driving over Obstacles
  57
- Driving in Reverse
  58
- Hauling Cargo
  59
- Towing Loads
  60
Emission Control Systems
61
Periodic Maintenance Chart
62
Maintenance
62
- Maintenance Chart Key
  63
- Lubrication Guide
  66
- Engine Oil
  67
- Oil Recommendations
  67
- Oil Specifications
  67
- Oil Level
  68
- Oil and Filter Change
  69
- Transmission Oil
  71
- Oil Change
  73
- Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
  74
- Cooling System
  77
- Recovery Bottle Coolant
  77
- Radiator Coolant
  78
- Brake Inspections
  79
- Toe Alignment
  80
- Footwell Removal
  81
- Steering Assembly
  81
- Side Panel Removal
  81
- Front Wheel Hub Tightening
  82
- Tire Tread Depth
  82
- Wheel Removal
  83
- Wheel Installation
  84
- Air Filter
  85
- Headlight Beam Adjustment
  87
- Headlamp Replacement
  88
- Taillight/Brakelight Lamp Replacement
  88
- Spark Plug Recommendations
  89
- Spark Plug Inspection
  89
- Spark Plugs
  89
- Spark Plug Condition
  90
- Vehicle Immersion
  91
- Spark Arrestor
  92
- Pvt System
  93
- Pvt Drying
  94
- Battery Removal
  96
- Battery Installation
  97
- Battery Fluid (Conventional Battery)
  98
- Battery Storage
  98
- Battery Charging (Conventional Battery)
  99
- Battery Charging (Sealed Battery)
  99
- Cleaning and Storage
  101
- Washing the Vehicle
  101
- Polishing the Vehicle
  102
- Polishing Tips
  102
- Chrome Wheel Care (if Equipped)
  103
- Removing Corrosion
  103
- Storage Tips
  104
- Fluid Levels
  105
- Transporting the Vehicle
  107
- Camber and Caster
  108
Adjustments
108
Throttle Cable Freeplay
111
Polaris Products
112
Drive Belt Wear/Burn
113
Troubleshooting
113
- Engine Pings or Knocks
  115
- Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
  115
- Engine Overheating
  116
- Engine Stops or Loses Power
  116
Specifications
117
- Clutching Chart
  118
- Jetting Chart
  118
- Limited Warranty
  119
Warranty
119
- How to Obtain Warranty Service
  121
- U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
  124
Maintenance Log
125

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