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Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O 2012 Owner's Manual

Polaris Sportsman 500 H.O 2012 Owner's Manual (132 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
- Safety Warnings
  13
- Failure to Inspect before Operating
  14
- Exposure to Exhaust
  14
- Handling Gasoline
  14
- Protective Apparel
  15
- Carrying a Passenger
  15
- Using Alcohol or Drugs
  15
- Operating at Excessive Speeds
  16
- Operating on Public Roads
  16
- Operating on Pavement
  16
- Jumps and Stunts
  17
- Turning Improperly
  17
- Improper Hill Climbing
  17
- Physical Control of the Atv
  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
- Skidding or Sliding
  21
- Operating through Deep Water
  22
- Improper Cargo Loading
  22
- Unauthorized Use of the Atv
  23
- Operating a Damaged Atv
  23
- Hot Exhaust Systems
  23
- Poor Visibility
  23
- Physical Skills
  23
- Safety Decals and Locations
  24
- "No Passenger" Warning
  25
- Age 16 Warning
  25
- Tire Pressure/Load Warning
  25
- Clutch Cover Warning
  26
- Rack Warning, Front and Rear
  26
Features and Controls
27
- Throttle Lever
  29
- Brake Lever
  30
- Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid
  31
- Parking Brake
  32
- Auxiliary Foot Brake
  33
- Fuel Valve
  34
- Fuel Filter
  34
- Fuel Tank Cap
  34
- Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
  35
- All Wheel Drive System
  36
- Engaging Awd
  36
- Disengaging Active Descent Control
  37
- Engaging Active Descent Control
  37
- Instrument Cluster
  38
- Rider Information Center
  39
- Break-In Period
  44
Operation
44
- Engine and Drivetrain Break-In
  45
- PVT Break-In (Clutches/Belt)
  45
- Safe Operation Practices
  46
- Trail Etiquette
  47
- Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly
  47
- Pre-Ride Checklist
  48
- Starting the Engine
  49
- Cold Weather Operation
  50
- Driving Procedures
  51
- Turning the Vehicle
  52
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  53
- Driving Uphill
  54
- Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
  55
- Driving Downhill
  56
- Turning Around on a Hill (K-Turn)
  57
- Driving through Water
  58
- Driving over Obstacles
  59
- Driving in Reverse
  60
- Hauling Cargo
  61
- Towing Loads
  62
- Parking on an Incline
  63
Emission Control Systems
64
Periodic Maintenance Chart
65
Maintenance
65
- Maintenance Chart Key
  66
- Periodic Maintenance Chart
  67
- Lubrication Guide
  70
- Oil Recommendations
  71
- Engine Oil
  71
- Oil Level
  72
- Oil and Filter Change
  73
- Oil Pump Priming
  75
- Transmission Oil
  76
- Oil Change
  77
- Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
  77
- Fluid Change
  78
- Recovery Bottle Coolant
  81
- Cooling System
  81
- Radiator Coolant
  82
- Hand Brake
  83
- Toe Alignment
  84
- Footwell Removal
  85
- Steering Assembly
  85
- Side Panel Removal
  85
- Wheel Removal
  86
- Tire Tread Depth
  86
- Front Wheel Hub Tightening
  86
- Wheel Installation
  87
- Air Filter
  88
- Fuse Replacement
  90
- Headlight Lamp Replacement
  91
- Low Beam Adjustment
  92
- High Beam Adjustment
  92
- Headlight Housing Replacement
  93
- Spark Plug Inspection
  95
- Spark Plugs
  95
- Vehicle Immersion
  97
- Spark Arrestor
  98
- Pvt System
  99
- Pvt Drying
  101
- Battery Removal
  103
- Battery Installation
  104
- Battery Storage
  105
- Battery Charging (Sealed Battery)
  107
- Cleaning and Storage
  108
- Washing the Vehicle
  108
- Polishing the Vehicle
  109
- Chrome Wheel Care (if Equipped)
  110
- Storage Tips
  111
- Transporting the Atv
  114
Adjustments
115
- Throttle Cable Freeplay
  117
- Drive Belt Wear/Burn
  118
Troubleshooting
118
- Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
  119
- Engine Backfires
  119
- Engine Pings or Knocks
  120
- Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
  120
- Engine Overheating
  121
- Engine Stops or Loses Power
  121
Polaris Products
122
Specifications
123
- Clutching Chart
  124
- Jetting Chart
  124
- Limited Warranty
  125
Warranty
125
- How to Obtain Warranty Service
  127
- U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
  130
Maintenance Log
131

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