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Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 2012 Owner's Manual

Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 2012 Owner's Manual (136 pages)

Polaris Industries Sportsman 800 EFI ATV Owner's Manual

Brand: Polaris | Category: Offroad Vehicle | Size: 4.91 MB

Table of Contents

Table of Contents
7
Introduction
8
Vehicle Identification Numbers
10
Safety
11
- Safe Riding Gear
  12
- Equipment Modifications
  13
- Eye Protection
  13
- Age Restrictions
  14
- Operating Without Instruction
  14
- Safety Warnings
  15
- Protective Apparel
  16
- Carrying a Passenger
  16
- Operating at Excessive Speeds
  17
- Operating on Public Roads
  17
- Operating on Pavement
  17
- Physical Control of the Atv
  18
- Turning Improperly
  18
- Jumps and Stunts
  18
- Improper Hill Climbing
  18
- Descending Hills Improperly
  19
- Crossing Hillsides
  19
- Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  20
- Operating on Steep Hills
  20
- Operating on Slippery Terrain
  21
- Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  21
- Improper Tire Maintenance
  22
- Skidding or Sliding
  23
- Improper Cargo Loading
  24
- Poor Visibility
  24
- Operating a Damaged Atv
  25
- Physical Skills
  25
- Hot Exhaust Systems
  25
- Unauthorized Use of the Atv
  25
- Age 16 Warning
  28
- Clutch Cover Warning
  29
- Awd Switch
  30
Features and Controls
30
- Engine Stop Switch
  31
- Headlight Switch
  31
  - Main Key Switch
    31
  - Throttle Lever
    32
  - Brake Lever
    33
- Parking Brake
  35
  - All Wheel Drive System
    38
  - Engaging Awd
    38
- Instrument Cluster
  39
- Rider Information Center
  40
- Break-In Period
  48
- Pre-Ride Checklist
  50
- Safe Operation Practices
  51
Operation
48
- Trail Etiquette
  52
- Cold Weather Operation
  53
- Starting the Engine
  53
- Driving Procedures
  54
- Turning the Vehicle
  55
- Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  56
- Driving Uphill
  57
- Driving Downhill
  59
- Driving through Water
  61
- Driving over Obstacles
  62
- Driving in Reverse
  63
- Hauling Cargo
  64
- Towing Loads
  65
- Parking on an Incline
  66
- Crankcase Emission Control System
  67
- Exhaust Emission Control System
  67
- Electromagnetic Interference
  67
Emission Control Systems
67
- Noise Emission Control System
  67
Maintenance
68
- Maintenance Chart Key
  69
- Periodic Maintenance Chart
  69
- Lubrication Guide
  73
- Engine Oil
  74
- Oil Level
  74
- Oil Recommendations
  74
- Oil and Filter Change
  75
  - Transmission Oil
    77
  - Oil Change
    78
  - Fluid Change
    79
  - Cooling System
    80
  - Recovery Bottle Coolant
    80
  - Radiator Coolant
    81
  - Auxiliary Foot Brake
    82
- Hand Brake
  82
  - Toe Alignment
    83
  - Camber and Caster
    84
  - Rear Spring
    84
  - Throttle Cable Freeplay
    85
  - Footwell Removal
    86
- Side Panel Removal
  86
  - Steering Assembly
    86
  - Tire Tread Depth
    87
  - Wheel Removal
    87
  - Wheel Installation
    88
  - Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
    88
  - Air Filter
    89
  - Fuse Replacement
    90
- Headlight Lamp Replacement
  91
- High Beam Adjustment
  92
- Headlight Housing Replacement
  94
- Lower Headlamp Replacement
  95
- Spark Plug Inspection
  96
- Spark Plug Recommendations
  96
- Spark Plugs
  96
- Vehicle Immersion
  98
- Spark Arrestor
  99
- Pvt System
  100
- Pvt Drying
  102
  - Battery Maintenance
    103
  - Battery Removal
    104
  - Battery Installation
    105
  - Battery Storage
    106
  - Cleaning and Storage
    109
- Polishing the Vehicle
  110
- Storage Tips
  112
- Transporting the Vehicle
  115
- Drive Belt Wear/Burn
  116
Troubleshooting
116
Engine Overheating
119
Specifications
120
POLARIS Products
122
Declaration of Conformity
123
Warranty
124
Maintenance Log
131
Index
134

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