Polaris 2009 Sportsman 500 EFI Manuals

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Polaris 2009 Sportsman 500 EFI Owner's Manual

Polaris 2009 Sportsman 500 EFI Owner's Manual (136 pages)

Polaris Industries All-Terrain Vehicles Owner's Manual

Brand: Polaris | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 2.66 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
6
Introduction
7
Vehicle Identification Numbers
9
Safety
10
- Safe Riding Gear
  11
- Eye Protection
  12
- Equipment Modifications
  12
- Operating Without Instruction
  13
- Age Restrictions
  13
- Safety Warnings
  14
- Protective Apparel
  15
- Carrying a Passenger
  15
- Operating at Excessive Speeds
  16
- Operating on Public Roads
  16
- Operating on Pavement
  16
- Physical Control of the Atv
  17
- Turning Improperly
  17
- Jumps and Stunts
  17
- Improper Hill Climbing
  17
- Descending Hills Improperly
  18
- Crossing Hillsides
  18
- Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  19
- Operating on Steep Hills
  19
- Operating on Slippery Terrain
  20
- Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  20
- Improper Tire Maintenance
  21
- Skidding or Sliding
  22
- Improper Cargo Loading
  23
- Poor Visibility
  23
- Operating a Damaged Atv
  24
- Physical Skills
  24
- Hot Exhaust Systems
  24
- Unauthorized Use of the Atv
  24
- Age 16 Warning
  27
- Clutch Cover Warning
  28
Features and Controls
29
- Headlight Switch
  30
- Throttle Lever
  31
- Brake Lever
  32
- Parking Brake
  34
- Fuel Filter
  36
- Fuel Tank Cap
  36
- All Wheel Drive System
  37
- Engaging Active Descent Control
  39
- Disengaging Active Descent Control
  39
- Instrument Cluster
  40
- Rider Information Center
  41
- Diagnostic Mode
  44
Operation
49
- Safe Operation Practices
  52
- Trail Etiquette
  53
- Starting the Engine
  54
- Driving Procedures
  55
- Turning the Vehicle
  56
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  57
- Driving Uphill
  58
- Driving Downhill
  60
- Driving through Water
  62
- Driving over Obstacles
  63
- Driving in Reverse
  64
- Hauling Cargo
  65
- Towing Loads
  66
- Parking on an Incline
  67
Emission Control Systems
68
Maintenance
69
- Periodic Maintenance Chart
  70
- Maintenance Chart Key
  70
- Lubrication Guide
  74
- Oil Level
  75
- Oil Recommendations
  75
- Engine Oil
  75
- Oil and Filter Change
  76
- Transmission Oil
  80
- Fluid Change
  83
- Cooling System
  86
- Radiator Coolant
  87
- Hand Brake
  88
- Toe Alignment
  89
- Side Panel Removal
  90
- Wheel Removal
  91
- Wheel Installation
  92
- Fuse Replacement
  94
- Headlight Lamp Replacement
  95
- High Beam Adjustment
  96
- Low Beam Adjustment
  96
- Headlight Housing Replacement
  97
- Spark Plugs
  99
- Spark Plug Inspection
  99
- Vehicle Immersion
  101
- Spark Arrestor
  102
- Pvt System
  103
- Pvt Drying
  105
- Battery Removal
  107
- Battery Installation
  108
- Battery Storage
  109
- Cleaning and Storage
  112
- Polishing the Vehicle
  113
- Washing the Vehicle
  113
- Storage Tips
  115
- Fluid Levels
  116
- Transporting the Atv
  118
Adjustments
119
Throttle Cable Freeplay
121
Troubleshooting
122
Engine Overheating
125
Polaris Products
126
Specifications
127
Sportsman 500 Efi
128
Warranty
129
Maintenance Log
135

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