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Polaris SPORTSMAN 500 2003 Service Manual (505 pages)
Brand:
Polaris
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 47.62 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Quick Reference Data
5
Tire Inflation Pressure
5
Recommended Lubricants, Fluids and Capacities
5
Recommended Capacities
5
Maintenance and Tune-Up Torque Specifications
6
Maintenance and Tune-Up Specifications
6
Replacement Bulbs
6
General Information
7
Manual Organization
7
Chapter One
7
Notes, Cautions and Warnings
8
Safety First
8
Cleaning Parts
9
Handling Gasoline Safely
9
Service Hints
10
Torque Specifications
12
Fas Teners
12
ISO Metric Screw Threads
13
Machine Screws
13
Nuts
13
Self-Locking Fasteners
14
Washers
14
Cotter Pins
14
Circlips
14
Lubricants
15
Engine Oil
15
Threadlocking Compound
16
RTV Gasket Sealant
16
Expendable Supplies
16
Grease
16
Serial Numbers
17
Warning and Information Labels
18
Basic Hand Tools
18
Screwdrivers
18
Pliers
18
Locking Pliers
19
Circlip Pliers
19
Box, Open-End and Combination Wrenches
19
Adjustable Wrenches
19
Socket Wrenches
20
Allen Wrenches
20
Torque Wrench
20
Impact Driver
20
Precision Measuring Tools
21
Feeler Gauge
21
Vernier Caliper, Dial Caliper and Digital Electronic Caliper
21
Outside Micrometers
21
Micrometer Range
22
How to Read a Micrometer
22
Standard Inch Micrometer
22
Decimal Place Values
23
Vernier Inch Micrometer
24
Standard Metric Micrometer
25
Micrometer Accuracy Check
26
Proper Care of a Micrometer
28
Cylinder Bore Gauge
28
Small Hole Gauges
28
Telescoping Gauges
29
Multimeter
29
Voltage
29
Resistance
30
To Calibrate an Analog Ohmmeter
30
Continuity Test
30
Amperage
30
Special Tools
31
Fabricating Tools
31
Mechanic's Tips
31
Removing Frozen Nuts and Screws
31
Bearing Replacement
32
Bearing Removal
32
Removing Broken Screws and Bolts
32
Bearing Installation
34
Shrink Fit
34
Seals
35
Storage
36
Selecting a Storage Area
36
Preparing Vehicle for Storage
36
After Storage
37
Model Year and Number
37
General Dimensions
38
Vehicle Weight (DRY)
38
Decimal and Metric Equivalents
38
General Torque Specifications
39
Conversoin Tables
39
Technical Abbreviations
40
Metric Tap and Drill Sizes
41
Troubleshooting
42
Operating Requirements
42
Chapter Two
42
Troubleshooting Instruments
43
Starting the Engine
43
Starting a Cold Engine
43
Starting Difficulties
44
Starting a Warm or Hot Engine
44
Starting a Flooded Engine
44
Engine Fails to Start (Spark Test)
45
Engine Is Difficult to Start
46
Engine Starting System
47
Engine Compression
47
Poor Idle Speed Performance
47
Poor Medium - and High-Speed Performance
47
Charging System
48
Starter Troubleshooting
48
Ignition System
49
Ignition System Precautions
49
Switch Test
49
Ignition Coil Test
49
Ignition System
50
Electronic Throttle Control Switch Testing
51
Fuel System
52
Engine Overheating
52
Engine Preignition
52
Engine Detonation
52
Engine Noises
53
Cylinder Leakdown Test
53
Power Loss
53
Piston Seizure
53
Power Train
54
Low Engine Operating Speed
54
Engine Operating Speed too High
54
Engine Speed Erratic During Speed or Load Changes
54
Steering
55
Drive Belt Not Operating Smoothly in Primary Sheave
55
Glazed Drive Belt
55
Erratic Shifting
55
Disc Brake Troubleshooting
56
Frame Noise
57
Brakes
57
Generally Poor or Unpredictable Handling
57
Loose Steering
57
Electrical Specifications
58
Lubrication, Maintenance and Tune-Up
59
Pre-Ride Checklist
59
Tires and Wheels
61
Tire Pressure
61
Tire Inspection
61
Battery
62
Rim Inspection
62
Safety Precautions
62
Electrolyte Level Check
63
Battery Removal/Installation
63
Cleaning, Inspection and Adding Water
64
Battery Testing
65
Charging
66
New Battery Installation
66
Battery Electrical Cable Connectors
67
Periodic Lubrication
67
Engine Oil Level Check
67
Engine Oil and Filter Change
68
Engine Oil Pressure Test
70
Transmission Oil Level Check
71
Transmission Oil Change
71
Front Gearcase Oil Level Check
72
Front Gearcase Oil Change
72
Grease Service
73
Front Hub Oil Level Check
74
Front Hub Oil Change
74
Periodic Maintenance
76
Control Cable Lubrication
76
Drive Belt Inspection
76
Disc Brake System Inspection
76
Disc Brake Fluid Level Check and Fill
77
Disc Brake Hoses
77
Auxiliary Brake Testing and Adjustment
78
Throttle Cable/Electronic Throttle Control Adjustment
78
Throttle Cable Adjustment
79
Air Filter Element
80
Coolant Inspection
81
Coolant Change
82
Exhaust System
84
Fuel Hose Inspection
85
Fuel Filter Replacement
85
Steering System and Front Suspension Inspection
85
Front Wheel Toe-Out
86
Front Hub Wheel Bearings
87
Rear Suspension
87
Nuts, Bolts and Other Fasteners
87
Wire Harness, Control Cables and Hose Lines
87
Unscheduled Inspection and Maintenance
88
Recoil Starter
88
Body Fasteners
88
Fuel Tank and Lines
88
Valve Clearance Measurement
89
Valve Clearance Adjustment
90
Cam Chain Adjustment
91
Spark Plug Heat Range
91
Spark Plug Removal
91
Gapping and Installing the Spark Plug
92
Reading Spark Plugs
92
Normal Condition
93
Carbon-Fouled
93
Oil-Fouled
93
Gap Bridging
93
Spark Plug Condition
94
Worn out
95
Preignition
95
Checking Ignition Timing
95
Adjusting Ignition Timing
95
Carburetor Idle Mixture Adjustment
96
Idle Speed
97
Maintenance and Lubrication Schedule
97
Recommended Lubricants and Fluids
98
Capacities
99
Engine Top End
100
Engine Principles
100
Engine Cooling
100
Four-Stroke Operating Principles
101
Engine Lubrication
102
Servicing the Engine in the Frame
102
Cylinder Head Cover
105
Rocker Arm Assembly
105
Rocker Arm
107
Camshaft Removal
109
Camshaft Inspection
110
Automatic Compression Release Mechanism Testing
112
Camshaft Installation
113
Cylinder Head Removal
116
Cylinder Head Inspection
117
Cylinder Head Installation
118
Valves and Valve Components
119
Solvent Test
120
Valve Removal
120
Valve Inspection
121
Valve Troubleshooting
122
Valve Installation
123
Valve Guide Replacement
124
Valve Lapping
124
Cylinder Block Removal
125
Cylinder Block Inspection
126
Cylinder Block Installation
128
Spec Ial Tools
128
Piston and Piston Rings
130
Piston Removal
130
Piston Inspection
131
Piston Pin Inspection
133
Piston Clearance
133
Piston Installation
134
Piston Ring Inspection and Removal
134
Piston Ring Installation
136
Camshaft Chain and Sprockets Removal
137
Camshaft Chain and Sprockets Inspection
138
Camshaft Chain and Sprockets Installation
139
Camshaft Chain Wear
139
Break-In Procedure
140
General Engine Specifications
140
Engine Lubrication System
140
Engine Top End Tightening Torque Specifications
141
Engine Top End Specifications
141
Engine Lower End
143
Engine
143
Engine Removal
144
Flywheel and Stator Plate Removal
147
Flywheel and Stator Plate Installation
149
Recoil Starter Removal/Installation
150
Recoil Starter Disassembly and Starter Rope Removal
150
Recoil Starter Inspection and Assembly
150
Crankcase
152
Crankcase Separation
153
Crankcase Inspection
156
Crankshaft Seal Replacement
156
Crankcase Bearing Replacement
157
Seals
157
Water Pump Mechanical Seal and Bearing Replacement
161
Crankcase Assembly
162
Crankshaft Inspection
168
Crankshaft and Balancer
169
Balancer Shaft Inspection
169
Shaft End Float Measurement and Shim Selection
169
Crankshaft End Play
171
Balancer Shaft End Play
172
Oil Pump Removal/Disassembly
174
Oil Pump Inspection
174
Oil Pump Assembly/Installation
177
Oil System One-Way Check Valve
178
Oil System One-Way Check Valve Break-In Procedure
179
Engine Lower End Torque Specifications
180
Engine Lower End Specifications
180
Carburetor Operation
181
Carburetor Removal/Installation
182
Carburetor Disassembly
183
Mikuni Carburetor 34 MM
184
Carburetor Cleaning and Inspection
189
Carburetor Tests and Adjustments
192
Inlet Valve Seat Inspection
192
Float Level Height Adjustment
192
Jet Needle Adjustment
193
Main Jet Replacement
193
Throttle Cable Replacement
194
Starting Enrichment (Choke) Cable Removal/Installation
194
Fuel Tank Removal/Installation
196
Fuel Shutoff Valve
197
Air Filter Air Box Removal/Installation
198
Fuel Pump Testing
198
Fuel Pump Removal/Installation
202
Fuel Pump Disassembly/Assembly
203
Carburetor Specifications
203
Cooling Systems
204
Polaris Variable Transmission (PVT) Air Cooling System
204
PVT Cooling System
205
Clutch Outer and Inner Cover Ducting
205
Clutch Outer Cover Removal/Installation
205
Clutch Inner Cover Removal/Installation
206
Engine Cooling System
208
Liquid Cooling System (Typical)
209
Hoses and Hose Clamps
210
Engine Gaskets/Seals
210
Radiator Assembly
211
Cooling System Inspection
211
Radiator Removal/Installation
211
Radiator Inspection
214
Cooling Fan Removal/Installation
215
Thermostat Removal/Installation
217
Temperature Sensors
218
Cooling System Specifications
218
Clutch/Drive Belt System
219
Drive Unit
219
Drive Pulley
221
Fixed and Sliding Pulley Halves
221
Drive Pulley Spring
221
Eng Ine no Ises
221
Driven Pulley
222
Centrifugal Weight Levers
222
Release Spring
222
Power Tra in
222
Drive Belt
224
Torque Sensing Cam Angle
224
Drive Belt Deflection
226
Pulley Center-To-Center Distance
227
Drive Belt Alignment
227
Pulley Alignment
228
Pulley Offset
228
Drive Pulley Removal
230
Drive Pulley Bolt Inspection
241
Clutch Outer and Iinner Cover
252
Drive Belt and Pulley Specifications
253
Drive Pulley Spring Specifications
254
Shift Weights and Driven Pulley Specifications
254
Tightening Torque Specifications
254
Transmission
255
Transmission Service Notes
255
Transmission Removal/Installation
256
Transmission Case Disassembly
258
Transmission Case
259
Transmission Case Assembly
265
Transmission Shafts Disassembly
273
Transmission Shafts Assembly
273
Transmission Inspection
276
Gear Shafts and Shift Forks
277
Shift Shafts Removal/Inspection/Installation
280
Front Output Shaft
281
Output Shaft End Play Inspection and Adjustment
285
Output Shaft Gear Backlash Inspection and Adjustment
286
Transmission Gearcase Oil Seal Inspection and Replacement
287
Shift Selector Linkage
287
Checking and Preliminary Adjustment
287
Shift Selector Removal/Installation
289
Boot Replacement
290
Gearshift Selector
290
Transmission and Shift Linkage Torque Specifications
295
Transmission Specifications
295
Front Drive System
296
Front Hub and Hillard Clutch
296
Front Electric Hub Clutch
299
Hillard Clutch Testing
300
Front Hub Seal Replacement
302
Front Drive Axle, Boots and CV (Constant Velocity) Joints
304
Front Drive Shaft Removal/Installation
307
Front Drive Unit Removal/Installation
307
Tire Size and Inflation Pressure
308
Front Wheel Drive Hub Specifications
308
Electrical System
309
Basic Information
309
Electrical Component Resistance Testing
309
Negative Battery Terminal
310
Electrical Component Replacement
310
Electrical Connector Location
310
Charging System Output Test
310
Charging System Amperage Test
314
Alternator Stator
315
Exciter Coils Testing
315
Battery Charge Coils Testing
315
Alternator Output Test
315
Voltage Regulator/Rectifier
316
Capacitor Discharge Ignition
316
CDI Precautions
316
CDI Unit Replacement
316
Ignition Coil
320
Performance Test
320
Ignition Stator Coils
321
Electric Starting System
321
Starter Drive Gears
330
Starter Solenoid
330
Starter Solenoid Resistance Test
330
Lighting System
331
High-Beam Headlight
331
Bulb Replacement
331
Headlight and Pod
332
High-Beam Headlight Adjustment
334
High-Beam Headlight Case Removal/Installation
334
Grille-Mounted Low-Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement
334
Taillight/Brake Light Bulb and Lens Replacement
335
Indicator Lamp Replacement
335
Electrical Components
336
Speedometer Removal/Installation
336
Speed Sensor Removal/Installation
336
Switches
337
Testing
337
Right Handlebar Switch Housing Replacement
338
Left Handlebar Switch Housing Replacement
339
Key Switch or Ignition Switch Replacement
340
Transmission Switch
340
Wiring Diagrams
341
Electrical System Specifications
341
Front Suspension and Steering
343
Front Wheel Removal/Installation
343
Front Hub
344
Front Strut Cartridge and Spring
344
Front Strut/Spindle Removal/Installation
350
Ball Joint Inspection/Replacement
352
Control Arm
353
Handlebar Removal
355
Handlebar Installation
356
Tie Rods Removal
357
Steering Shaft Removal/Installation
362
Tire Changing
363
Rear Wheels Removal/Installation
368
Tire Changing and Tire Repairs
369
Shock Absorber
369
Shock Inspection
370
Spring Removal/Installation
370
Rear Hub and Bearing Carrier
371
Rear Axle Bearing Carrier Bearing Replacement
376
Rear Axles
377
Upper Control Arm
381
Lower Control Arm
381
Upper and Lower Control Arm Inspection
383
Stabilizer Linkage
384
Stabilizer Support
385
Rear Suspension Specifications
387
Rear Suspension Torque Specifications
387
Disc Brakes
388
Brake Service
388
Front Brake Pad Replacement
389
Front Brake Caliper
390
Front Caliper Removal/Installation
393
Front Caliper Disassembly
394
Output Shaft Brake Caliper
400
Output Shaft Brake Pad Replacement
403
Front Master Cylinder Removal/Installation
410
Front Caliper Brake Hoses
420
Output Shaft Caliper Brake Hoses
420
Rear Brake Pedal
421
Rear Brake Lever
423
Foot Brake
423
Bleeding the System
426
Brake Bleeder Process
426
Without a Brake Bleeder
428
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Polaris SPORTSMAN 500 2003 Service Manual (274 pages)
ATV
Brand:
Polaris
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 9.86 MB
Table of Contents
Chapter Index
4
Table of Contents
4
General Information
7
Model Identification
7
Serial Number Location
7
General Information
8
Machine Dimensions
8
Publication Numbers
13
Replacement Keys
13
Standard Torque Specifications
14
Decimal Equivalents
15
Conversion Table
16
Decimal Equivalent Chart
17
Glossary of Terms
18
Chapter 2 Maintenance
20
Periodic Maintenance Chart
21
General
22
Pre-Ride Inspection
22
Maintenance
23
Special Tools
25
Transmission Lubrication
28
Front Gearcase Lubrication
28
Transmission
29
Idle Speed Adjustment
31
Pilot Screw Adjustment
31
Engine
32
Fuel System
32
Fuel Filter
33
Compression Test
34
Battery Maintenance
34
Electrical
35
Liquid Cooling System Overview
36
Cooling System Hoses
36
Coolant Level Inspection
37
Cooling System Pressure Test
37
Radiator Coolant Level Inspection
37
Air Box Sediment Tube Service
38
Breather Filter
39
Recoil Housing
39
Oil Change/Filter
40
Engine Oil Level
40
Valve Clearance
42
Exhaust Valve Clearance Adjustment
43
Camber and Caster
44
Exhaust Pipe
46
Brake Pad Inspection
47
Controls
48
Front Suspension
48
Wheel Removal/Installation
49
Tire Inspection
50
Maintenance
32
Chapter 3 Engine
52
Special Tools
53
Engine Service Data
54
Torque Specifications
53
Engine Fastener Torque Patterns
56
Piston Identification
56
Cooling System
57
Cooling System Specifications
58
Engine Removal
58
Pvt System
58
Engine Installation Notes
59
Honing to Oversize
60
Cleaning the Cylinder after Honing
60
Crankshaft Straightening
60
Oil Pressure Test
61
Eh50Pl Oil Flow Diagram
63
EH50PL Engine Exploded View
64
Cam Chain Tensioner Inspection
66
Rocker Arm/Shaft Inspection
66
Automatic Compression Release Installation
69
Camshaft Inspection
69
Cylinder Head Inspection
72
Cylinder Head Disassembly
72
Cylinder Head Warpage
72
Valve Inspection
73
Valve Seat Reconditioning
74
Combustion Chamber
74
Cylinder Head Assembly
77
Valve Sealing Test
77
Piston Removal
79
Cylinder Inspection
80
Piston/Rod Inspection
81
Crankcase Disassembly
82
Piston Ring Installed Gap
82
Crankcase Separation
84
One Way Valve
84
Oil Pump Removal/Inspection
85
Oil Pump Assembly
86
Crankshaft Removal/Inspection
87
Crankcase Bearing Inspection
88
Crankcase Inspection
88
Bearing Installation
89
Crankshaft End Play Adjustment
89
Oil Pump Shaft End Play Adjustment
91
Pump Shaft Oil Seal Installation
92
Crankcase Assembly
92
Water Pump Mechanical Seal Installation
93
One Way Valve Installation
94
Piston Ring Installation
95
Piston Installation
95
Cylinder Installation
96
Cylinder Head Installation
97
Camshaft Timing
97
Cam Chain Tensioner Installation
100
Thermostat Installation
101
Oil Pipes
102
Recoil Disassembly/Inspection
102
Recoil Assembly
103
Spark Plug Fouling Checklist
104
Troubleshooting
104
Chapter 4 Fuel System/Carburetion
106
Fuel Flow Diagram
109
Carburetor Jetting
110
Mikuni Jet Part Numbers
110
Jetting Guidelines
110
Assembly, CV Carburetor
111
Mikuni CV Carb Operation
111
Float System
113
Main System
113
Carburetor Cleaning
114
Float Height Adjustment
116
CV Carburetor System Function (4 Cycle)
111
Fuel Level
117
Fuel Pump Service
117
Fuel Pump Disassembly
118
Needle and Seat Leakage Test
117
Troubleshooting
119
Chapter 5 Body and Steering
120
Cover/Panel Removal
121
Side Panel Removal
122
Body Assembly Exploded View
123
Headlight Pod Exploded View
124
Steering Assembly, Exploded View
125
A-Arm Replacement
126
Rear Suspension Assembly
127
Strut Assembly
128
Front Strut Cartridge Replacement
129
Decal Replacement
130
Steering Post Assembly
130
Chapter 6 Pvt System
132
Chapter 1 Chapter 5
132
Pvt System
132
Drive Clutch Operation
133
Pvt System Fastener Torques
133
Driven Clutch Operation
133
PVT Maintenance/Inspection
134
Pvt Drying
134
PVT Disassembly
136
PVT Assembly
137
PVT Sealing and Ducting Components
138
Drive Clutch Exploded View
138
Drive Clutch Spring Specifications
139
Shift Weights
140
Drive Clutch Inspection
141
Drive Clutch Disassembly
141
Spider Removal
142
Drive Clutch Reassembly
143
Drive Belt Tension
144
Drive Belt Removal/Inspection
145
Drive Belt Installation
146
Clutch Alignment /Offset
147
Clutch Offset
147
Drive Clutch Bushing Service
148
Driven Clutch Disassembly/Inspection
150
Driven Clutch Assembly
152
Driven Clutch Bushing Service
152
Drive Clutch Inspection
156
EBS Driven Clutch Disassembly/Inspection
157
EBS Drive Clutch Bushing Service
160
EBS Driven Clutch Bushing Service
161
Troubleshooting
163
Chapter 7 Final Drive 7
166
Final Drive
166
AWD Operation Overview
167
AWD Front Hub Bearing Adjustment
169
AWD Front Hub Exploded View
170
AWD Hub Seal Replacement
171
AWD Armature Plate Inspection
173
AWD Front Drive Axle Removal
173
AWD Front Drive Axle Installation
174
AWD Front Drive Axle Exploded View
177
AWD Front Prop Shaft Removal
179
U-Joint Disassembly
180
U-Joint Assembly
180
AWD Front Housing Removal
181
AWD Front Housing Disassembly
182
AWD Front Housing Assembly
182
AWD Front Housing Installation
182
AWD Front Housing Exploded View
184
Rear Hub/Bearing Carrier Removal
185
Rear Hub Installation
186
Rear Hub Disassembly/Assembly
187
Rear Hub Assembly
187
Rear Drive Shaft Removal
188
Rear Driveshaft Installation
189
Rear Driveshaft Service
190
Chapter 8 Transmission Service
194
Gear Shift Selector Disassembly
195
Gear Shift Selector Removal
195
Special Tools
195
Torque Specifications
195
Gear Shift Selector Assembly
196
Boot Replacement
197
Gear Shift Selector Installation
197
Transmission Removal
198
Transmission Installation
199
Transmission Disassembly
201
Transmission Assembly
210
Troubleshooting
214
Troubleshooting Checklist
214
Transmission Exploded View
215
Chapter 9 Brakes
218
Brake System Main Components
219
Specifications
221
Brake Noise Troubleshooting
222
Brake System Service Notes
222
Hydraulic Caliper Bleeding
223
Brake Bleeding / Fluid Change
224
Master Cylinder Removal
225
Master Cylinder Installation
226
Front Pad Removal
227
Front Pad Assembly
228
Brake Burnishing
229
Front Disc Inspection
229
Front Caliper Disassembly
230
Front Caliper Removal
230
Front Caliper Inspection
231
Front Caliper Reassembly
232
Front Caliper Installation
233
Brake Burnishing Procedure
234
Rear Caliper Removal/Inspection
236
Rear Caliper Assembly
237
Troubleshooting
238
Chapter 10 Electrical
240
Chapter 9
240
Electrical
240
Special Tools/Service Notes
241
Timing Check Procedure
241
Electrical Service Notes
241
Gear Position Indicator
242
Instrument Cluster Troubleshooting
243
Diagnostic Mode
244
Speedometer Removal/Installation
245
Speedometer Troubleshooting
246
Fan Motor Current Draw
250
Etc Operation Test
251
Ignition System Testing Flow Chart
252
Ignition System Troubleshooting
253
Alternator Output Test
254
Charging System Testing Flow Chart
255
Battery Installation
257
Load Test
258
Charging Procedure
258
Off Season Storage
258
High Beam Headlight Adjustment
259
Headlight Housing Replacement
259
Headlamp Switch
260
Brake Light Switch
260
Starter System Troubleshooting
261
Voltage Drop Test
261
Starter Motor Disassembly
261
Armature Testing
263
Starter Drive
264
Starter Assembly
264
Starter System Testing Flow Chart
265
Polaris SPORTSMAN 500 2003 Owner's Manual (153 pages)
Polaris 2003 ATV Owner's Manual
Brand:
Polaris
| Category:
Offroad Vehicle
| Size: 2.68 MB
Table of Contents
Welcome
5
Table of Contents
7
Vehicle Identification Numbers
8
Age Restrictions
9
Operator Safety
10
Safety
9
Equipment Modifications
13
Safety Decals and Locations
34
Safe Riding Gear
38
Electrical Switches
39
Throttle Lever
40
Controls
39
Light Switches
41
Brake Lever
42
Parking Brake
43
Auxiliary Brake
44
Fuel Filter
45
Fuel Tank
45
Fuel Valve
45
Fuel Safety
46
Belt Life
48
Recoil Starter
49
Engaging Wheel Hubs
50
Features
50
Disengaging Wheel Hubs
51
Indicator Lights
52
Instrument Cluster
53
Rider Information Center
54
Diagnostic Mode
57
Break-In Period
58
Starting a Cold Engine
61
Starting the Engine
61
Starting a Warm Engine
62
Operation
58
Hauling Cargo
63
Driving Procedures
65
Driving Safely
65
Making Turns
66
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
67
Driving Uphill
68
Driving Downhill
70
Turning Around on a Hill
71
Driving through Water
72
Driving over Obstacles
73
Driving in Reverse
74
Parking on an Incline
75
Noise Emission Control System Regulation
76
Usfs Approved Spark Arrestor
76
Maintenance and Lubrication
77
Periodic Maintenance Schedule
78
Lubrication Recommendations
82
Premium 2-Cycle Oil
87
Premium Gold Synthetic 2-Cycle Oil
87
Premium 4 Synthetic Oil
88
Oil and Filter Change
89
Oil and Filter Change
91
Transmission Oil Check/Gearcase Oil Fill Chart
93
Transmission Oil Change - Sportsman
96
Front Gearcase Oil Change
97
Front Gearcase Oil Check
97
Rear Gearcase Oil Change
98
Rear Gearcase Oil Check
98
Engine Oil Check
100
Coolant Level
101
Engine Cooling System
101
Radiator Coolant Level
102
Oil Pump Bleeding - 2-Cycle Engines
103
Front Brake
106
Rear Brake
107
Toe Alignment
108
Camber and Caster
109
Rear Spring
109
Steering Assembly
109
Adjusting Carburetor/2-Cycle Engines
111
Adjustments
111
Throttle Cable Freeplay
112
Side Panel Removal - Gen IV
113
Wheel Removal
114
Wheel Installation
115
Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
115
Front Wheel Hub Tightening
116
Tire Tread Depth
116
Drive Chain
117
Filter Systems
120
Headlight Lamp Replacement - Scrambler
122
High Beam Adjustment - Scrambler
122
Headlight Adjustment - Trail Blazer
123
Headlight Lamp Replacement - Trail Blazer
123
Headlight Lamp Replacement - Gen IV
124
High Beam Adjustment - Gen IV
125
Headlight Housing Replacement - Gen IV
126
Indicator Lamp Replacement
127
Taillight/Brakelight Lamp Replacement
127
Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
128
Spark Plugs
128
Vehicle Immersion
129
Spark Arrestor
130
Recoil Housing
132
High Range
133
Low Range
133
Pvt System
133
Pvt Drying
134
Battery (Conventional)
135
Battery Removal
136
Battery Installation
137
Battery Storage
137
Cleaning and Storage
139
Cleaning the Atv
139
Washing the Atv
139
Waxing the Atv
139
Fluid Levels
140
Storage Tips
141
Transporting the Atv
142
Polaris Recommended Products
143
Troubleshooting
144
Warranty
148
Engine Oil
150
Index
151
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