Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product Sportsman 700 EFI X2 Polaris
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1 WELCOME Thank you for purch asing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world- wide family of Polaris owners. W e proudly produce an excit ing line of utility and recreati onal products.
2 POLARIS and POLARIS THE W A Y OUT are regist ered tradem arks of Polari s Indus- tries Inc. Copyright 2007 Polaris Sales Inc. All inform ation contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at th e time of pub lication.
3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS Know Y our V ehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 F eatures and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Operation . . . . . . .
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5 KNOW Y O UR VEHICLE As the operator of the vehicle, yo u are responsible for your personal safety , the safety of others (including your passenger), and the protec- tion of our environm ent.
6 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations W arning decals hav e been placed on t he A TV for your p rotection. Read and follow the instructions of the de cals on the A TV carefully . If any of the decals depicted in this manu al dif fer from the decals on your A TV , always read and follow the instruc tions of the decals on the A TV .
7 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations General W arning WARNING Improper A TV use can result in SEVERE INJURY o r DEA T H AL WA YS USE AN APPROVED HELMET AND PROTECTIVE GEAR FOR OPERA TOR AND P AS SENGE.
8 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations P asseng er Safety W arning WARNING P AS SENGER SAFETY T o reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEA TH NEVER CARRY A P AS SENGER UNDER AGE 12 NEVER CARRY MORE THAN .
9 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Tire Pressure/Load W arning WARNING IMPROPER TIRE PRES SURE OR OVERL O ADING can cause loss of control resulting in SEVERE INJURY OR DEA TH. TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KP a): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAP ACITY 705 LBS.
10 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Rack W arning, F ront WARNING DO NOT TOW FROM RACK OR BUMPER . V ehicle da mage or tipover may result causing severe injury or death. T ow only from tow hooks or hitch. Maximum combined Front Rack and Container Loa d: 90 lbs.
11 SAFETY Safety Decals and Locations Reverse Override W arning WARNING Pushing reverse override button may cause sudden increases in po wer and traction if too much thrott le is applied. L oss of con trol or forward flip over may result, especially in 4X4 (AWD).
12 SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Always wear appropriate clothing when riding an A TV . W ear protective clothing for comfort an d to reduce the ch ance of injury . Helmet W earing a helmet can prevent a sever e head injury . Whenever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety standards.
13 SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Eye Protection Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection. When- ever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggl es or use a shatterproof helmet face shield. Po laris recommends wearing approved Personal Protective Equi pment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V -8, Z87.
14 SAFETY Rider Safety Age Restrictions This vehicle is an ADUL T VEHIC LE ONL Y . Operation is prohibited for anyone under 16 years of age. Never allow anyo ne under 12 years of age to ride as a passenger on this 2-up A TV . WA R N I NG F ailure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result in severe injury or death.
15 SAFETY Rider Safety Safety T raining A TV safety training is a top priority for Polaris. Wh en you purchased your new A TV , your dealer instructed you on the authorized A TV RiderCourse sm availa ble to you and y our e ligible family members. This training is included in the purchase price of your A TV .
16 SAFETY Rider Safety The following signal words and symbol s appear througho ut this manual and on your veh icle. Y our safety is involved when these words and sym- bols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading t he manual. The sa fety alert symb ol , on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts you to the potential for in jury .
17 SAFETY Rider Safety • Read this manual and all labels carefully , and follow the operating procedures described. • Never operate an A T V without prop er instruction. T ake a training course. Purchasers of a new Polari s A TV and their eligible family members are entitled to take the A TV RiderCourse sm .
18 SAFETY Rider Safety • Never operate an A TV without wearin g an approved helmet tha t fits properly . Always wear eye protection (gogg les or face shield), gloves, boots, a long-sleeved shirt or ja cket, and long pants. A passenger's helmet should have a rigid ch in guard.
19 SAFETY Rider Safety • Always follow proper procedures for going downhill and for braking on hills. Check the terrain carefully before you start down a hill. Shift your weight uphill. Never go down a hill at high speed. A void going down a hill at an angle, which woul d cause the vehicle to l ean sharply to one side.
20 SAFETY Rider Safety • Always check for obstacles or people behind the A TV before operat- ing in reverse. Be aware that a passenger can obstruct your view . When it's safe to proceed in reverse, move slowly and avoid turn ing at sharp angles.
21 SAFETY Rider Safety Equipment Modifications W e are concerned fo r the safety of our customers and for the general public. Therefore, we strongly reco mmend that consumers do not install on a Polaris A TV any equipme nt that may increase the speed or power of the vehicle, or make any other m odifications to the vehicle for these purposes.
22 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this A TV wi thout proper instruction. WHA T CAN HAPPEN The risk of an accident is greatl y increased if the operator does n ot know how to operate the A TV properly in different situ ations and on different types of terra in.
23 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating with more than on e passenger . WHA T CAN HAPPEN P assengers affect balance and steering and increase the risk of losing contro l, which can result in severe injury or death. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Never operate the 2-up A TV with more than one passenger .
24 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this A TV on public streets, roads or highways. WHA T CAN HAPPEN The A TV could collid e with another vehicle. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Never operate the A TV on any public street, road or highway , inclu ding dirt and gravel roads.
25 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the A TV after consuming alcoh ol or drugs. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Consumption of alcohol and /or drugs could seriously affect operator jud gment. Reaction time may be slower and operator bala nce and perception could be affe cted.
26 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Attempting jumps and other stunts. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Attempting stunts increases the chance of an accident, including an ove rturn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Never attempt jumps or other stunts. Avoid exhibition driving.
27 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Removing hands from the handlebars or feet from the foo trests during operation. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Removing even one hand or foot can reduce abili ty to contro l the ve hicle or could cause loss of balance and ejecti on from the A TV .
28 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD F ailure to use extra cauti on when operating on exce ssively rough , slippery or loose terrain. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Operating on e xcessively roug h, slippery or loose terrain could cause loss of traction or loss of control, which could result in an accident or overturn.
29 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating on e xcessively ste ep hills. WHA T CAN HAPPEN The vehicle may overturn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Never operate on hills too steep for the A TV or for you r abilities. Never operate the A TV on hill s steeper than 15 degrees.
30 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD T raveli ng downhill imprope rly . WHA T CAN HAPPEN Improperly descending a hill could cause loss of control or overturn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Always follow proper procedures for traveling down hills as described in the owner's manual.
31 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly crossing hills and turning on hills. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Improperly crossing or turning on hills could cause loss of control o r overturn .
32 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Stalling, rolling backwards or improperly dismounting whil e climbing a hill. WHA T CAN HAPPEN The vehicle could overturn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Maintain steady speed when climbing a hill. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill.
33 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Improperly operating over obstacl es. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Operating over obstacles could cau se loss of control or overturn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Before operating in a new area, check for obstacles.
34 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating the A TV through dee p or fast-flowing water . WHA T CAN HAPPEN Tires may float, causing loss of tracti on and loss of control, which co uld lead to an accident o r overtu rn. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Avoid operating the A TV through deep or fast-flowing water .
35 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Operating this A TV wi th improper tire s, or with improper or uneven tire pressure. WHA T CAN HAPPEN Use of improper tires, or operation of the A TV with improper or uneven tire pressure, could cause loss of control or accident.
36 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG POTENTIAL HAZARD Overloading the A TV or carrying /towing cargo improperly . WHA T CAN HAPPEN Overloading and towing can cau se changes in vehicle han dling, which could lead to loss of control or an accident. HOW TO A VOID THE HAZARD Never exceed the stated load capaci ty for this A TV .
37 SAFETY Rider Safety WA R N I NG Operating a da maged A TV can result in an accident w ith seri ous injury o r death. Afte r any overtu rn or accident , have a qualified se rvice dealer inspect the entire ma chine for possibl e damage, includin g (but not limite d to) brakes, throttle and st eering systems.
38 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Switches Mode/Reverse Ov erride Switch This vehicle is equipped with a re verse speed limi ter syst em.T o gain additional power while backing, depress the override switch. NOTE: The override switch also all ows activa tion of 4X4 in reverse, if the 4X4 switch is on.
39 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Switches Differential Switch Use the dif ferential switch to lock and unlock the rear dif ferential. Locked Differ ential: Operate the vehicle with the switch in the locked position in most conditions.
40 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Throttle Lever Engine speed and vehicle move- ment are contro lled by pressin g the throttle lever . The throttle lever is spring loaded.
41 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Brake Lever Squeeze the brake lever toward the handlebar to ap ply the front and rear brakes. These brakes are hydraulically activ ated disc type brake s that are activat ed by on ly one lever . Always test brake lever travel and master cylinder fluid level befo re riding.
42 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Master Cylinde r/Br ake Fluid Check the brake fluid in the master cylinder before each ride. The fluid level can b e seen through an indicator window on the top of the master cylinder . This eye will appear dark wh en the fluid level is full.
43 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Pa r k i n g B r a k e Locking the P arking Brake 1. Place the transmission in PA R K . 2. Squeeze and release the brake lever two or three times, then squeeze and hold. 3. Push the parking brake lock forward to engage the lock.
44 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Auxiliary F oot Brake The auxili ary brak e system is intend ed to be used as a backup for the main brake system. Should the main system fail, use the auxiliary foot brake. NOTE: Since this is a rear brake only , it will not be as effective as the all-wheel single lever system.
45 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Automatic T ransmission Gear Selector The transmission gear selector is located on the right side of the vehicle. H: High Gear L: Low Gear N: Neutral R: Reverse P: Park Whenever the A TV is left unattended , always place the transmission in P ARK and lock the parking brake.
46 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Recoil Starter (500 EFI) If the battery is too weak to start the engin e, use th e recoil s tarter . Follow the starting procedures on page 63, c ranking th e engine with the recoil starter instead of the main key switc h. 1.
47 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS All Wheel Drive System The Al l Wheel Driv e syst em is controlled by the 4X4 switch. ADC 4X4 Mode When the switch is on ADC 4X4, the ADC system allows engine braking to all four wheels when the vehicle descends a hill or incline.
48 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS All Wheel Drive System Engaging 4X4 The 4X4 switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving. Initially , the vehicle's electronic sy stem will not enable 4X4 until the engine RPM is below 3100. Once enabled, 4X4 r emains enabled until the 4X4 switch is turned of f.
49 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Active Descent Cont rol (ADC) System The ADC system allows engine brak ing to all four wheels when the vehicle descends a hill or incline.
50 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS P assenger Seat Always make sure the passenge r seat lock-out is functioning properly before operating with a passenger . Do not operate the vehicle with the seat in the 2-up position when oper- ating without a passenger . Always retu rn the seat to the 1-up position for single-rider operation.
51 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS P assenger Seat Seat Conversion 5. Lift the adjustment latch at the top of the passenger backrest. Raise the backrest to the desired positio n. Release the latch, making sure it locks into one of the three operating positions.
52 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Y our A TV is equipped with an instrument cluster that senses vehicle speed from a sensor in the transmis sion.
53 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center The rider information center is located in the instrument cluster . All seg- ments will light up for 2.
54 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Standard Modes Use the MODE button to toggle thro ugh the mo de options. The reverse override button is also the MODE button. See page 38. NOTE: The transmission cannot be in reverse when using this feature.
55 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Diagnostic Mode The wrench icon will display when th e gauge is in the diagnostic mode. T o exit the diagnostic mode, turn th e key switch of f and on. Any move- ment of the tires will also cause the gauge to exit the diagnostic mode.
56 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Diagnostic Mode Battery V oltage Scr een V iew this screen to check battery voltage level. T achometer Screen V iew the tachometer to check engine speed. 4X4 Diagnost ic Screen The gauge indicates whether or not current is flowing through the all wheel drive coil.
57 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Diagnostic Mode Pr ogrammable service interval T o enable or disable the service interval: 1.
58 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Downloading Codes The EFI diagnostic mode is for informational purposes only . Please see your Polaris de aler fo r all major repairs. See page 59 for Blink Codes and Failu re Descriptions.
59 FEA TURES AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Rider Information Center Downloading Codes Blink Code F ailu re Description 12 BEGIN SEQUENCE 22 Throttle Position Sensor Low 22 Throttle Position Sensor H.
60 OPERA TION F uel Safety WA R N I NG Gasoline is highly flammab le and explosive under certain conditions. • Always exercise extreme ca ution whenever handling ga soline. • Always refuel with th e engine stoppe d, and outdoors or in a well ventilated area.
61 OPERA TION Break-In P eriod The break-in period for your new Polaris A TV is the first ten hours of operation, or the time it takes to use the first two full ta nks of gasoline. No single action on your part is as important as foll owing the proce- dures for a proper break-in.
62 OPERA TION Pre-Ride Checklist WA R N I NG If a proper inspection is not done befor e ea ch use, severe injury or death could result. Always in spect the vehicl e before each use to ensure it's in proper operating co ndition.
63 OPERA TION Starting the Engine 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Place the transmission in P ARK. 3. Lock the parkin g brake. NOTE: The starter in terlock will prevent the engine from starting if the trans- mission is in gear and th e brake is not engaged.
64 OPERA TION Hauling Cargo WA R N I NG Overloading the vehicl e or carrying or towing cargo improperly can alte r vehicle handling and may ca use loss of co ntrol or brake instabi lity . Always follow these precautions wh en haulin g cargo: Never exceed the stated load capacity for this vehicle.
65 OPERA TION Hauling Cargo Y our A TV has been designed to carry or tow a certain amount of load. Always read and underst and the load distribution warn- ing labels on the vehicle, and never e xceed the weight capacities outlined in the specifications section of the owner's manual and on the safety decals.
66 OPERA TION Hauling Cargo T owing Loads Always attach a towed load to the hitch point. If towing a load, reduce rear box car g o weight by the amou nt of tongue weight. The combination of rear box car go weight and tongue weight must not exceed the rear box capacity .
67 OPERA TION Hauling Cargo Dumping Cargo 1. Select a level site to dump the ca r go box. Do n ot attempt to dump or unload the vehicle while parked on an incline. 2. Place the transmission in P ARK. 3. Lock the parkin g brake. 4. Dismount the veh icle.
68 OPERA TION Driving Procedures 1. W ear protective riding gear . See page 12. 2. Perform the pre-ride inspection. See page 62. 3. Place the transmission in P ARK. 4. Lock the parkin g brake. 5. Mount the vehicle from the left side. 6. Sit upright with both feet on th e foo trests and both hands on the handlebars.
69 OPERA TION T urning the V ehicle Both rear wheels drive equally at all times (except when operating in 2X4 mo de with the differential unlocked). This means that the outside wheel must travel a greate r distance than the inside wheel when turning, and the inside tire must slip traction slightly .
70 OPERA TION Driving with a P assenger 1. Make sure the passenger is at le ast 12 years of age and is tall enough to comfortably reach the footrests and grab handles. NOTE: F ootwell risers should be instal led for smaller passengers. Please see your Polaris dealer about installing or purchasi ng a footwell riser kit.
71 OPERA TION Driving with a P assenger 10. Ride to the ability of your passeng er , instead of to your own ability . A void unexpected or aggressive mane uvers that could cause a pa s- senger to fall from the vehicle. 1 1. Do not cross a hillside with a passenger on board.
72 OPERA TION Driving on Slippery Surfaces Whenever riding on slippery surfaces such as wet trails or loose gravel, or during freez- ing weather , follow these precautions: 1. Slow down wh en enter- ing slippery areas. 2. Engage 4X4 b efore wheels begin to lose traction.
73 OPERA TION Driving Uphill Whenever traveling uphill, follow these precautions: 1. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascendi ng or descending a hill. See page 49. 2. Drive straight uphill. 3. A void steep hills (15 ° maximum) . 4. Keep both feet on the footrests .
74 OPERA TION Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling) Sidehilling can be dangerou s and should be avoided if at all possible. If you encounter a situation where si dehilling is necessary , follow these precautions: 1. Slow down. 2. If operating in 2X4 mode, make sure the dif ferential is locked.
75 OPERA TION Driving Downhill When driving downhill, follow these precautions: 1. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascendi ng or descending a hill. See page 49. 2. Always descend a hill with the tr ansmission in forward gear . Do not descend a hill with the tr ansmission in ne utral.
76 OPERA TION T urning Around on a Hill (K - T urn) If the vehicle stalls while climbing a hill, never back it down the hill! Use the K-turn to turn around.
77 OPERA TION T urning Around on a Hill (K - T urn) 1. S top and lock the parking brake while keeping b ody weight uphill. 2. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascendi ng or descending a hill. See page 49. 3. Leave the transmission in forward and shut off the engine.
78 OPERA TION Driving Through W ater Y our A TV can op erate through wa ter with a maximum recommended depth equal to the bottom of the footrests. Follow these procedures when operating t hrough water: 1. Determine water depths and current before crossing.
79 OPERA TION Driving Through W ater After running the vehicl e in water , it's criti cal to have it serviced as out- lined in the maintenance chart. See page 85. The following areas need special attention: engine oil, transm ission oil, demand drive fluid and all grease fittings.
80 OPERA TION Driving Over Obstacles 1. Be aler t! Look ah ead and learn to read the terrain you're traveling on. Be constantly alert for hazards such as logs, rocks and low hang- ing branches. 2. A void operating over large obstacles such as rocks and fallen trees when possible.
81 OPERA TION P arking on an Incline A void parking on an incli ne if possib le. If it's unavoidable, follow these precautions: 1. S top the engine. 2. Place the transmissi on in P ARK. 3. Lock the parking brake. 4. Always block the rear wh eels on the downhill side.
82 OPERA TION Driving in Reverse WA R N I NG F ailure to use caution when op erating in reverse can result in serious injury or death. Before shifting into reverse, always check for obstacles or people behind the vehi cle. When i t's safe to proceed, back slowly .
83 OPERA TION Driving in Reverse Follow these precautions when operating in reve rse: 1. Always check for obstacles or peop le behind the vehi cle. Be aware that a passenger can obstruct your view . 2. Always avoid ba cking downhi ll. 3. Back slowly .
84 EMIS SION CONTROL SYSTEMS Noise Emission Control System Do not modify the engine, intake or exhaust components, as doing so may af fect compliance with U.S.A. EP A noise control requirements (40 CFR 205) and local noise level requirements. Operation on Public Lands in the U.
85 MAINTENANCE P e riodic Maintena nce Chart Careful periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle in the safest, most reliable condition. Inspectio n, adjustment and lubrication of important components are explained in the periodic ma intenanc e chart.
86 MAINTENANCE P e riodic Maintena nce Chart Maintenance Chart K ey X Perform these operations more of ten for vehicles subjected to severe use. E Emission-related service (Failure to conduct this maintenance will not void the emissions warrant y but may affect emissions.
87 MAINTENANCE P e riodic Maintena nce Chart Item Maintenance Interval (whichever comes first) Remarks Hours Calendar Miles (Km) X E Air filter , main element - W eekly - Inspect; replace as needed Re.
88 MAINTENANCE P e riodic Maintena nce Chart X Perform these procedures more often fo r vehicles subjected to severe use. E Emission-Related Service Q Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
89 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Guide Check and lubricate all components at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart be ginning on page 85. Items not listed in the chart should be lubr icated at the General Lubrication interval.
90 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil Recommendations Polaris recommends the use of Polaris PS-4 PLUS Performance Syn- thetic 2W -50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil for this engine. Oil may need to be changed more frequently if Polari s oil is not used. Always use 2W -50 oil.
91 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil Level (500 E FI) Access the oil dipstick and fill tube from the left side of the A TV . NOTE: A rising oil level between checks in cool weather driving can indica te contaminan ts such as gas or mois ture col- lecting i n the cr ankcase.
92 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil Level (700/80 0 EFI) Access the oil dipstick and fill tube from the left side of the A TV . 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Lift the lever lock to remove the dipstick. W ipe it dry with a clean clo th. 3. Reinstall the dipstick com- pletely , but do not lock it.
93 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Change (500 EFI) Always change the oil and filter at th e intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beg inning on page 8 5. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. S tart the engine. All ow it to idle for two to three minutes.
94 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Change (500 EFI) 12. Place sh op towels benea th the oil filter . Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counterclockwise to remove it. 13. Make sure the o-ring from the old filter is completely removed from the engine.
95 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Change (500 EFI) Oil Pump Priming This priming procedure must b e performed whenever the oil hose connection between the oil tank and pump inlet has been disconnected.
96 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Ch ange (700/800 EFI) Always change the oil and filter at th e intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 85. Always change the oil filter whenever changi ng oil. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
97 MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Ch ange (700/800 EFI 9. Place shop towels beneat h the oil filter . Using an oil filter wrench (available from your Polaris dealer), turn th e filter counter- clockwise to remove i t. 10. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase.
98 MAINTENANCE T ransmission Oil Always check and change the transmission oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart be ginning on page 85. Maintain the oil level at the bottom of the fill pl ug hole threads. W e recomme nd the use of Polaris Premium AGL Synthetic Gearcase Lubricant.
99 MAINTENANCE T ransmission Oil T ransmission Oil Change 1. Remove the fill plug. 2. Place a drain pan under the gearcase. 3. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely . 4. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. T orque to 20-25 ft. lbs. (27-34 Nm).
100 MAINTENANCE F ront Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid Fluid Level 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Remove the fill plug. Check the fluid level. 3. Add the recomme nded dem and driv e fluid as needed to bring the level to the bottom of the fill hole threads.
101 MAINTENANCE Active Descent Control (ADC) Fluid Fluid Level 1. Open the front box cover and pull open the access door . 2. V iew the fluid level in the reservoir . If the level is below the minimum mark, remove the cap and add the recommended fluid.
102 MAINTENANCE Cooling System The engin e coolan t level is controlled, or maintai ned, by the recovery system. The recovery system compon ents are the reco very bottle, the radiator filler neck, the radiator pressure cap and the connecting hose.
103 MAINTENANCE Cooling System Radiator Coolant T o ensure that the coolant maintain s its ability to protect the engine, Polaris recommends that you drain the system completely every two years and add a fresh mixture of antifreeze and water . Replace the coolant any time the coo ling system has been drained for maintenance or repair .
104 MAINTENANCE Brakes Hand Brake The front and rear brakes are hydraulic disc brakes, activated by moving the single brake lever toward the handleba r . These brakes are self- adjusting. Under normal operation, the diaphr agm extends into the reservoir as fluid level drop s.
105 MAINTENANCE T oe Alignment Use the following procedure to check the toe alignment of the vehicle. The recommended toe alig nment is 1/8" to 1/4" (3-6 mm) toe out. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Place the handlebars in a straight-ahead positi on.
106 MAINTENANCE Steering Assembly The steering assemb ly of the A TV should be che cked periodica lly for loose nuts and bo lts. If loose nuts and bolts are fo und, see your Polaris dealer for service before ope rating the vehicl e. Side P anel Removal 1.
107 MAINTENANCE Tires Refer to the specifications section beginning on page 1 44 for recom- mended tire type, size and pressure. Tire T read Depth Always replace tires when tread depth is worn to 1/8" (3 mm) or less. F ront Wheel Hub Tightening Front wheel bearing tightness and spin dle nut retention are critical com- ponent operati ons.
108 MAINTENANCE Tires Wheel Installation 1. Place the transmission in P ARK. 2. Lock the parkin g brake. 3. Place the wheel on the hub with the valve stem toward the out side and rotation arrows on the tire pointing toward forward rotation. 4. Install the wheel nuts and finger -tighten them.
109 MAINTENANCE Air Filter 1. Remove the seat. 2. Release the air box cover clips, and remove the air box cover . 3. Loosen the clamp and remove the filter . 4. Remove the fabric type pre-filter from the main filter . W ash the pre- filter in soapy water , then rinse and let dry .
110 MAINTENANCE Breather Filter /Hose (500 EFI) The breather filter is on the hose that runs between the engine and air box. 1. Remove the left side panel. See page 106. 2. Remove the hose clamps fro m the fil- ter and pull the fil ter out of the hoses.
111 MAINTENANCE F use Replacement If the engine stops or will not start, or if you experience other electrical failures, a fuse may need replace- ment. NOTE: Spare fuses are provided in a compartment on the top of the access do or . 1. Open the front box cover and pull open the access door .
112 MAINTENANCE Lights When servicing a ha logen lamp, don't touch the lamp with bare fingers. Oil from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that will shorten the life of the lamp. Headlight Lamp Replacement 1. Remove the two screws on the lowe r front corners of the headlight pod.
113 MAINTENANCE Lights High Beam Adjustment The headlight beam can be adjusted slightly upward or downward. Use the following procedure to make the adjustment. 1. Position the vehicle on a level su rface with the headlight approxi- mately 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a wall .
114 MAINTENANCE Lights Headlight Housin g Replacement 1. Remove the two screws on the lowe r front corners of the headlight pod. 2. Lift the pod slightly while depressing the tabs at the rear of the pod. 3. Lift the pod cover and disconn ect the speedome ter harnesses from the speedometer .
115 MAINTENANCE Lights Lower Headlamp Replacement 1. T urn the back of the headlight harness counterclockwi se and pull the harness assembly away from the headlight assembly . 2. Remove the head lamp and install the new headla mp. 3. Reinstall the harness assembly into the headlight assembly .
116 MAINTENANCE Spark Plugs Spark Plug Recommendations Refer to the specifi cations section beginn ing on page 144 for the recom- mended spark plug type and gap fo r your vehicle. T orque spark plugs to specification. Spark Plug Inspection Spark plug condition is i ndicative of engine operat ion.
117 MAINTENANCE Spark Plugs Spark Plug Inspection Normal Spar k Plug The normal insulator tip is gray , ta n or light brown. There will be few combustion deposits. The electrodes are not burned or eroded. This indi- cates the proper type and heat range for the engine and the service.
118 MAINTENANCE V ehicle Immersion 1. If it's impossible to tak e your A T V to a dealer before starting it, fol- low the steps outlined below . 2. Move the A TV to dry land or at the very least, to water below the footrests. 3. Check the air bo x.
119 MAINTENANCE Spark Arrestor Use the following procedure to peri odically pur ge acc umulated carbon from the exha ust p ipe/muffler . 1. Remove the arrestor cle an-out plug from the bottom of the muf fler . 2. Place the transmission in PA R K . 3. S tart the engine.
120 MAINTENANCE PVT System WA R N I NG F ailure to comply with the instru ctions in this warning can result in severe injury or death. Do not modify any component of the PVT system. Doing so may reduce i ts strength so that a failu re may occur at a high speed.
121 MAINTENANCE PVT System The basic operation of the Polaris PVT system is dependent on engine speed and vehicle torque requiremen ts. As engine speed increases, the force exerted on the movable drive sheave by the flyweights also increases. This, in turn, increases th e amount of pinch applied to the drive belt.
122 MAINTENANCE PVT System When T o Use Low Range and High Range PVT Drying There may be some instances w hen wate r is accidently ingested into the PVT system. Use the following instructions to dry it out before operat- ing. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
123 MAINTENANCE Battery Y our A TV may have either a sealed battery , which requires little mainte- nance, or a conventional battery . A seale d battery can be identified by its flat covers on the top of t he battery . A conventional battery has six filler caps on the top of the battery .
124 MAINTENANCE Battery Battery Removal 1. Loosen the battery hold-down bolt. 2. Remove the battery cover . 3. On conventional batteries, re move the battery vent tube. 4. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable first. 5. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable last.
125 MAINTENANCE Battery Battery Installation Using a new battery that has not been fully char ged can damage the bat- tery and result in a shorter life. It ca n also hinder vehicle performance. Follow the battery charging instructio ns on page 127 before installing the battery .
126 MAINTENANCE Battery Battery Storage Whenever the vehicle is not used for a period of three months or more, remove the battery from the vehicle, ensure that it's fully char ged, and store it out of the sun in a cool, dry place. Check battery voltage each month during s torage and recha rge as needed to mainta in a full char ge .
127 MAINTENANCE Battery Battery Charging (Conventional Battery) 1. Remove the battery from the vehi cle to prev ent damage from leak- ing or spilled ele ctrolyte during cha rging. See page 124. 2. Char ge the battery with a char ging output no larger than 1/10 of the battery’ s amp/hr rating.
128 MAINTENANCE Battery Battery Charging (Sealed Battery) NOTE: Always verify battery condition b efore and 1-2 h ours after the end of charging. State of Charge V oltage Action Charge T ime (Using constant current charger @ standard amps specifi ed on top o f batter y) 100% 12.
129 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage W ash ing the V ehicle Keeping your Polaris vehicle clean will not only improve its appearance but it can also extend the life of various componen ts. The best and safest way to clean your Polaris vehicle is with a garden hose and a pail of mild soap and water .
130 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage W ashing th e V ehicle If a high pressure water system is u sed for clea ning (not recommended), exercise extreme caution.
131 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage Chrome Wheel Care (if equipped) Proper maintenance will protect chrome wheels from corrosion, pre- serve wheel life and ensure a "like new" appearance for many years.
132 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage Storage Tips Clean the Exterior Make any necessary re pairs and clean the vehicle as recommended. See page 129. Stabilize the F uel 1. Fill the fuel tank. 2. Add Polaris Carbon Clean Fuel T r eatment or Polaris Fuel Stabilizer .
133 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage Storage Tips Fluid Levels Inspect the flu id levels. Add or chan ge fluids as recommen ded in the Periodic Maintenance Char t beginni ng on page 8 5.
134 MAINTENANCE Cleaning and Storage Storage Tips Inspect and Lubricate Inspect all cables and lubric ate all areas of the vehicle as recommended in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginn ing on page 85. Battery Storage See pages 126-127 for storage and charging procedures.
135 MAINTENANCE T ransporting the A TV Follow these procedures when transporting the vehicle. 1. S top the engine. 2. Place the transmission in PA R K . 3. Lock the parkin g brake. 4. Always secure the seat in the 1-up posit ion to prevent loss during transporting.
136 ADJUSTMENTS Camber and Caster The camber and caster are non-adjust- able. Rear Spring The rear shock absorber spring is adjusted by rotating the adjuster either clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease spring tension. NOTE: Accessory springs are available through your Polaris dealer .
137 ADJUSTMENTS Handlebars The handlebars can be adjusted for rider preference. 1. Remove the upper headlight pod. 2. Loosen the four hand lebar bolts. 3. Adjust the handlebar to t he desired heigh t. NOTE: Be sure the handlebars do not contact the gas tank or any other pa rt of the machin e when turned fully to the left or right.
138 ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Body/Idle RPM Idle RPM is preset by the manufactur er . If the engine idle speed is not satisfactory , please see your Pola ris dealer for adjustment. Throttle Cable F reeplay Adjust throttle cable freeplay at the handlebar . 1.
139 TROUBLESHOOTING Drive Belt W ear/Burn Possible Cause Solution Driving onto a pickup or tall trailer in high rang e Use low range during loading. Starting out going up a steep in cline Use low range or turn around using the K-turn (see page 76).
140 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Doesn't T urn Over Engine T urns Over , F ails to Start Engine Backfires Possible Cause Solution Low battery voltage Rechar ge the battery to 12.
141 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Pings or Knocks Engine Runs Irregularl y , Stalls or Misfires Possible Cause Solution Poor quality or low octane fu el Replace w ith recomme nded fuel Incorrect ignition tim.
142 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Stops or Loses P ower Engine Overheating Possible Cause Solution Out of fuel Refuel, cycle key to ON position three times for 5 seconds each, then start Kinked or plugged fu.
143 POL ARIS PRODUCTS Pa r t Number Description Engine L ubricant 2870791 F oggin g Oil (12 oz. Aeroso l) 2876244 PS-4 PL US P e rformance Syntheti c 2W -5 0 4-Cycle Oil (qt.) 2876245 PS-4 PL US P e rformance Synthetic 2W-50 4-Cycle Oil (gal.) Gearcase / T ra nsmission L ubricants 2873602 Premium AGL Synthetic Ge arcase Lubricant (qt.
144 SPECIFICA TIONS Sportsman X2 500 EFI Maximum W eight Capacity 705 lbs. ( 320 kg) (includes operator , passenger , cargo, accessories) Dry W eight 798 lbs. (362 kg) (base model) Front Rack/S torage Box Capacity 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear Storage Box Capacity 400 lbs.
145 SPECIFICA TIONS Clutching (EBS Models) NOTE: *EBS models require no helix/spring a djustment Sportsman X2 500 EFI T ransmission Automatic EBS (Engine Braking System) with E-Z Shif t H/L/N/R/P Gear Reduction, Low 23.91:1 Gear Reduction, Reverse 2 1.
146 SPECIFICA TIONS Sportsman X2 700 EFI Maximum W eight Capacity 7 05 lbs. ( 320 kg) (includes operator , passenger , cargo, accessories) Dry W eight 830 lbs. (376.5 kg) (base model) Front Rack/S torage Box Capacity 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear Storage Box Capacity 400 lbs.
147 SPECIFICA TIONS Clutching (EBS Models) NOTE: *EBS models require no helix/spring a djustment Sportsman X2 700 EFI T ransmission Automatic EBS (Engine Braking System) with E-Z Shif t H/L/N/R/P Gear Reduction, Low 23.91:1 Gear Reduction, Reverse 2 1.
148 SPECIFICA TIONS Sportsman X2 800 EFI Maximum W eight Capacity 7 05 lbs. ( 320 kg) (includes operator , passenger , cargo, accessories) Dry W eight 880 lbs. (399 kg) (base model) Front Rack/S torage Box Capacity 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear Storage Box Capacity 400 lbs.
149 SPECIFICA TIONS Clutching (EBS Models) NOTE: *EBS models require no helix/spring a djustment Sportsman X2 800 EFI T ransmission Automatic EBS (Engine Braking System) with E-Z Shif t H/L/N/R/P Gear Reduction, Low 23.91:1 Gear Reduction, Reverse 2 1.
150 W A RRANTY LIMITED W ARRANTY Polaris Sales Inc., 2100 Highway 55, Medina, MN 55340, gives a SIX MONTH LIM- ITED W ARRANTY on all components of the Po laris All T errain V ehicle (A TV) against defects in material or work manship. Polaris also gives a one year limited warranty on the final drive chain for failure due to defect s.
151 W ARRANTY W ARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCL USIONS: LIMIT A TIONS OF WARR ANTIES AND REMEDIES The Polaris l imited warrant y excludes any failu res that are not caused by a def ect in material or workmanship. Th is warranty does not cover acci dental damage, normal wear and tear , abuse or improper handling.
152 W A RRANTY ALL IMPLIED W ARRANTIES (INCLU DING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED W A RRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AN D FITNESS FOR A P A R- TICULAR PURPOSE) ARE LIMITED IN DURA TION TO THE ABOVE SIX MONTH W ARRANTY PERIOD. POLARIS FUR THER D ISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS W ARRANTIES NOT ST A TED IN THIS W ARR ANTY .
153 W ARRANTY Exported V ehicles EXCEP T WHERE SPECIFICALL Y REQUIRED BY LA W , THERE IS NO W AR- RANTY OR SER V ICE BULLETIN COVERAGE ON THIS VEHICLE IF IT IS SOLD OUTSIDE THE COUNTR Y OF THE SELLING DEALER'S AUTHORIZED LO CA- TION. This policy does not apply to vehicles that have received authorization for expo rt from Polaris Industries.
154 W A RRANTY Exported V ehicles How to Get Service If Purchased From A Pr ivate Party: If you purchase a Polaris product from a private citizen outside of the country in which the vehicle was originally pur chased, a ll warranty coverage will be denied.
155 W ARRANTY U.S.A . EP A Emiss ions Limited W arranty This All T errain V ehicle (A TV) or Off Road Utility V ehicle (ORUV) emissions lim ited warranty is in addition to the Polaris st andard limited warrant y for this vehicle.
156 MAINTENANCE L O G Present this section of your manual to your dealer each ti me your vehicle is serviced. This will provide you and future owners with an accurate log of maintenance and ser- vices performed.
157 MAINTENANCE L OG DA TE MILES (KM) OR HOURS TECHNICIAN SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS.
158 INDEX 0-10 4X4 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 A Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Active Descent Control Fluid . 100-101 Active D escent C ontrol Sys tem . . . . 49 ADC System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Age Restrictions .
159 INDEX F Fluid Change ADC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Deman d Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 0 Engine Oil (500) . . . . . . . . . . 93-95 Engine Oil (700/800) . . . . . 96-97 Transm ission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Fluid Level ADC .
160 INDEX R Recoil Housing (500 EFI) . . . . . . . 117 Recoil Starter (500 EFI). . . . . . . . . . 46 Reverse Operati on . . . . . . . . . . . . 82-83 Reverse Override Swi tch . . . . . . . . . 38 Rider Information Center . . . . . . . 53-59 Rider Safety .
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