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1. 2008 RANGER 500
2X4 / 4X4 EFI
SERVICE MANUAL
FOREWORD
This service manual is designed primarily for use by certified Polaris Master Service Dealer technicians in a properly
equipped shop and should be kept available for reference. All references to left and right side of the vehicle are from
the operator's perspective when seated in a normal riding position.
Some procedures outlined in this manual require a sound knowledge of mechanical theory, tool use, and shop
procedures in order to perform the work safely and correctly. Technicians should read the text and be familiar with
service procedures before starting the work. Certain procedures require the use of special tools. Use only the proper
tools as specified.
Comments or suggestions about this manual may be directed to: Service Publications Dept. @ Polaris Sales Inc.
2100 Hwy 55 Medina Minnesota 55340.
2008 Service Manual PN 9921267
© Copyright 2007 Polaris Sales Inc. All information contained within this publication is based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant
improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in
this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any
reprinting or reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is expressly prohibited. Printed in U.S.A.

2. UNDERSTANDING MANUAL SAFETY LABELS AND DIRECTIONS
Throughout this manual, important information is brought to your attention by the following symbols:
SAFETY ALERT WARNING indicates a potential hazard that may result in severe injury or death to the operator, bystander or
person(s) inspecting or servicing the vehicle.
SAFETY ALERT CAUTION indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid vehicle damage or property damage.
NOTE:
NOTE provides key information by clarifying instructions.
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT provides key reminders during disassembly, assembly and inspection of components.
TRADEMARKS
POLARIS ACKNOWLEDGES THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS MANUAL:
Loctite, Registered Trademark of the Loctite Corporation
Nyogel, Trademark of Wm. F. Nye Co.
Fluke, Registered Trademark of John Fluke Mfg. Co.
Mity-Vac, Registered Trademark of Neward Enterprises, Inc.
Torx, Registered Trademark of Textron
Hilliard, Trademark of the Hilliard Corporation
Warn, Trademark of Warn Industries
FOX, Registered Trademark of FOX RACING SHOX
RydeFX, Registered Trademark of ArvinMeritor
Some Polaris factory publications can be downloaded from www.polarisindustires.com, purchased from www.purepolaris.com or
by contacting the nearest Polaris dealer.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION

3. 1GENERAL INFORMATION
2MAINTENANCE
3ENGINE
4CARBURETION / EFI
5BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
6CLUTCHING
7FINAL DRIVE
8TRANSMISSION
BRAKES 9
ELECTRICAL 10

5. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
MODEL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
ENGINE DESIGNATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
VIN IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
UNIT SERIAL NUMBER (VIN) LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
TRANSMISSION I.D. NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
GENERAL: 2008 RANGER 2X4 / 4X4 EFI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
DETAILED: 2008 RANGER 2X4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
DETAILED: 2008 RANGER 4X4 EFI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
VEHICLE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
PUBLICATION NUMBERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
PAINT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
REPLACEMENT KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
CONVERSION TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
STANDARD TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.11
SAE TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
METRIC TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
DECIMAL EQUIVALENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
GLOSSARY OF TERMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.13

6. 1.2
GENERAL INFORMATION
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Model Identification
The machine model number must be used with any correspondence regarding warranty or service.
Engine Designation Number
EH50PLE ..........................................................................................Single, L/C, SOHC 4 Stroke, Electric Start
VIN Identification
Engine Serial Number Location
Whenever corresponding about an engine, be sure to refer to the engine model number and serial number. This information can be
found on the sticker applied to the flywheel housing on the right side of engine.
}
Machine Model Number Identification
}
}
Model Year
Designation
Basic Chassis
Designation Engine Designation
Emissions &
Model Option
R 0 8 R B 5 0 A A
}
4 X A R B 5 0 A * 8 P 0 0 0 0 0 0
}
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
World
Mfg. ID
Engine
Vehicle Description Vehicle Identifier
}Check Digit
Model
YearBody Style
Plant No.
Individual Serial No.
* This could be either
a number or a letterPowertrain
Emissions
A
Engine Serial Number

7. 1.3
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
Unit Serial Number (VIN) Location
The machine model number and serial number are important for
vehicle identification. The machine serial number (A) is
stamped on the lower LH frame rail close to the front drive
wheel. The model and serial number are also located on a sticker
under the hood (B).
Transmission I.D. Number Location
A
A
A
B
The transmission I.D. number is located on the
right side when installed in the machine.

8. 1.4
GENERAL INFORMATION
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
75 in.
190.50 cm
10 in.
25.4 cm
58 in.
147 cm
RANGER 2X4, 4X4
RANGER 2X4, 4X4

9. 1.5
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
113 in.
287 cm
58 in.
147 cm
76 in.
193 cm
RANGER 2X4, 4X4

10. 1.6
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL: 2008 RANGER 2X4
MODEL NUMBER: R08RB50AA
ENGINE MODEL: EH50PLE
MODEL: 2008 RANGER 4X4 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: R08RH50AF, AR, AT
ENGINE MODEL: EH50PLE
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 113 in. / 287 cm
Width 60 in. / 152.4 cm
Height 75 in. / 190.5 cm
Wheel Base 76 in. / 193 cm
Ground Clearance 11 in. / 27.9 cm
Turning Radius 148 in. / 376 cm
Dry Weight 1105 lbs. / 501 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 2755 lbs. / 1250 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 1000 lbs. / 454 kg
Cargo Box Dimensions
54 x 36.5 x 11.5 in.
(137 x 92.7 x 29.2 cm)
Vehicle Payload
1500 lbs. / 681 kg
(Includes driver and two
passengers - 500 lbs. / 227kg)
Hitch Towing Capacity 1500 lbs. / 681 kg
Hitch Tongue Capacity 150 lbs. / 68 kg
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 113 in. / 287 cm
Width 60 in. / 152.4 cm
Height 75 in. / 190.5 cm
Wheel Base 76 in. / 193 cm
Ground Clearance 11 in. / 27.9 cm
Turning Radius 148 in. / 376 cm
Dry Weight 1185 lbs. / 538 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 2835 lbs. / 1286 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 1000 lbs. / 454 kg
Cargo Box Dimensions
54 x 36.5 x 11.5 in.
(137 x 92.7 x 29.2 cm)
Vehicle Payload
1500 lbs. / 681 kg
(Includes driver and two
passengers - 500 lbs. / 227kg)
Hitch Towing Capacity 1500 lbs. / 681 kg
Hitch Tongue Capacity 150 lbs. / 68 kg

11. 1.7
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
MODEL: 2008 RANGER 2X4
MODEL NUMBER: R08RB50AA
ENGINE MODEL: EH50PLE
JETTING CHART
CLUTCH CHART
Engine
Platform
Fuji Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke,
SOHC, Liquid Cooled
Engine Model Number EH500PLE169
Engine Displacement 499 cc
Number of Cylinders 1
Bore & Stroke 92 x 75 mm
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Compression Pressure 70-90 psi
Engine Idle Speed 1200 ± 200 RPM
Valve Clearance Int./Exh. 0.006 in. (0.152 mm)
Engine Hot Light Dash Light
Lubrication Pressurized Dry Sump
Oil Requirements 0W-40
Oil Capacity 2 qts. (1.9 L)
Coolant Capacity 3.25 qts. (3.08 L)
Exhaust System Single Pipe / Canister Style
Carburetion
Carburetor model Mikuni BST 34mm CV
Main Jet 135
Pilot Jet 42.5
Jet Needle 4MB32-3
Needle Jet P-6 (829)
Pilot Screw
2.5 Turns Out (Initial starting
point, settings may vary)
Pilot Air Jet 160
Float Height 0.51 ± 0.40 in. (13 ± 1 mm)
Fuel Delivery Electric Fuel Pump (External)
Fuel Capacity / Requirement
9 gal. (34 L)
87 Octane (minimum)
Electrical
Alternator Max Output 250 watts @ 5000 RPM
Lights : Main Headlights 2 - Single Beam 50w / Halogen
Tail 5 watts x 2
Brake 5 watts x 2
Indicator Panel Lights 1 watt (ea.)
Starting System Electric Start
Ignition System 12V DC/CDI
RPM Limit 6600 RPM
Ignition Timing 30° ± 2° BTDC @ 5000 RPM
Spark plug / Gap NGK BKR5E / .036 in. (0.9 mm)
Battery / Model / Amp Hr
Yuasa YB30L-B Conventional /
30 Amp Hr. / 12 Volt
Instrument Panel Type Indicator Lights / Hour Meter
DC Outlet Standard
Drivetrain
Transmission Type Polaris Automatic PVT
Transmission Gear Ratio:
High
Low
Reverse
4.43:1
10.08:1
6.87:1
Final Drive Ratio 3.70:1
Shift Type In Line Shift - H / L / N / R
Transmission Oil Requirements
Polaris Synthetic AGL
15.2 oz. (450 ml)
Rear Gearcase Oil Requirements
Polaris Premium ADF
18 oz. (532 ml)
Belt 3211077
Drive Belt Deflection 1.125 in. (28.58 mm)
Center Distance 10 in. (254 mm)
Clutch Offset 0.5 in. (12.7 mm)
Steering / Suspension
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut
Front Travel 8 in. (20.3 cm)
Rear Suspension Independent Rear Suspension
Rear Travel 9 in. (22.9 cm)
Rear Shock Preload Adjustment Cam Adjustment
Toe Out 1/8 - 1/4 in. (3.2 - 6.35 mm)
Wheels / Brakes
Front Wheel Size 12 x 6 / 10 gauge
Rear Wheel Size 12 x 8 / 10 gauge
Front Tire
Make / Model / Size
Titan / AT489 / 25x10-12
Rear Tire
Make / Model / Size
Titan / AT489 / 25x11-12
Tire Air Pressure - Front / Rear 8 - 12 psi
Brakes - Front / Rear 4 Wheel Hydraulic Disc
Parking Brake Hand Actuated (in dash)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Altitude
Ambient Temperature
Below 40° F
Below 5° C
+40° F TO +80° F
+5° C TO +28° C
Meters
(Feet)
0-1500
(0-5000)
140
(3130527)
135
(3130563)
above 1500
(above 5000)
132.5
(3130562)
127.5
(3130560)
Altitude
Shift
Weight
Drive
Spring
Driven
Spring
Driven
Helix
Meters
(Feet)
0-1500
(0-5000)
10 MH
(5630513)
Blu/Grn
(7041157)
Black
(7041782)
45°
(5131446)
1500-3700
(5000 - 12000)
10 WH
(5630710)
Blu/Grn
(7041157)
Black
(7041782)
45°
(5131446)

12. 1.8
GENERAL INFORMATION
MODEL: 2008 RANGER 4X4 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: R08RH50AF, AR, AT
ENGINE MODEL: EH50PLE
CLUTCH CHART
Engine
Platform
Fuji Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke,
SOHC, Liquid Cooled
Engine Model Number EH500PLE224
Engine Displacement 499 cc
Number of Cylinders 1
Bore & Stroke (mm) 92 x 75 mm
Compression Ratio 10.2:1
Compression Pressure 70-90 psi
Engine Idle Speed 1200 ± 200 RPM
Valve Clearance Int./Ext. 0.006 in. (0.152 mm)
Engine Hot Light Dash Light
Lubrication Pressurized Dry Sump
Oil Requirements 0W-40
Oil Capacity 2 qts. (1.9 L)
Coolant Capacity 3.25 qts. (3.08 L)
Exhaust System Single Pipe / Canister Style
Fuel System
Fuel System Type Visteon Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Delivery Electronic Fuel Pump (in tank)
Fuel Pressure 39 psi
Fuel Filters 30 micron (in tank)
Fuel Capacity / Requirement
9 gal. (34 L)
87 Octane (minimum)
Electrical
Alternator Max Output 500 watts @ 3000 RPM
Lights : Main Headlights 2 - Single Beam 50w / Halogen
Tail 2 - 5 watts
Brake 2 - 5 watts
Indicator Panel Lights 1 watt (ea.)
Starting System Electric Start
Ignition System Visteon EFI (ECU Controlled)
Ignition Timing 10° ± 1° BTDC @ 1150 RPM
Spark plug / Gap NGK BKR5E / .035 in. (0.9 mm)
Battery / Model / Amp Hr
Yuasa YB30L-B Conventional /
30 Amp Hr. / 12 Volt
Instrument Panel Type Indicator Lights / Hour Meter
DC Outlet Standard
Relays
Fan / ECU / Ignition Coil & Fuel
Pump
Circuit Breakers Fan Motor: 10 Amp
Fuses
Main Chassis: 20 Amp
Accessory: 20 Amp
ECU Relay: 15 Amp
ECU Relay: 5 or 6 Amp
Drivetrain
Transmission Type Polaris Automatic PVT
Transmission Gear Ratio:
Front / Rear
High
Low
Reverse
4.43:1 / 3.83:1
10.08:1 / 8.71:1
6.87:1 / 5.94:1
Final Drive Ratio 3.70:1
Drive Ratio - Front 3.818:1
Shift Type In Line Shift - H / L / N / R
Front Gearcase Oil Requirements
Polaris Demand Drive LT
Premium Fluid
5 oz. (150 ml)
Transmission Oil Requirements
Polaris Synthetic AGL
15.2 oz. (450 ml)
Rear Gearcase Oil Requirements
Polaris Premium ADF
18 oz. (532 ml)
Belt 3211077
Drive Belt Deflection 1.125 in. (28.58 mm)
Center Distance 10 in. (254 mm)
Clutch Offset 0.5 in. (12.7 mm)
Steering / Suspension
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut
Front Travel 8 in. (20.3 cm)
Rear Suspension Independent Rear Suspension
Rear Travel 9 in. (22.9 cm)
Rear Shock Preload Adjustment Cam Adjustment
Toe Out 1/8 - 1/4 in. (3.2 - 6.35 mm)
Wheels / Brakes
Front Wheel Size 12 x 6 / 10 gauge
Rear Wheel Size 12 x 8 / 10 gauge
Front Tire
Make / Model / Size
Titan / AT489 / 25x10-12
Rear Tire
Make / Model / Size
Titan / AT489 / 25x11-12
Tire Air Pressure - Front / Rear 8 - 12 psi
Brakes - Front / Rear 4 Wheel Hydraulic Disc
Parking Brake Hand Actuated (in dash)
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Altitude
Shift
Weight
Drive
Spring
Driven
Spring
Driven
Helix
Meters
(Feet)
0-1500
(0-5000)
10 MH
(5630513)
Blu/Grn
(7041157)
Black
(7041782)
45°
(5131446)
1500-3700
(5000 - 12000)
10 WH
(5630710)
Blu/Grn
(7041157)
Black
(7041782)
45°
(5131446)

13. 1.9
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Publication Numbers
NOTE: When ordering service parts be sure to use the correct parts manual.
NOTE: Polaris factory publications can be found at www.polarisindustries.com or purchased from
www.purepolaris.com.
Paint Codes
Replacement Keys
Replacement keys can be made from the original key. To identify which series the key is, take the first two digits on the original
key and refer to the chart to the right for the proper part number.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Special tools may be required while servicing this vehicle. Some of the tools listed or depicted are mandatory, while other tools
maybe substituted with a similar tool, if available. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Special Tools when servicing any Polaris
product. Dealers may order special tools through Polaris’ official tool supplier, SPX Corporation, by phone at 1-800-328-6657 or
on-line at http://polaris.spx.com/.
Model Model No. Owner’s Manual PN Parts Manual PN
2008 RANGER 2x4 R08RB50AA 9921264 9921265
2008 RANGER 4x4 EFI R08RH50AF, AR, AT 9921272 9921273
Painted Part Color Description Polaris Number
Frame / Cab Medium Gloss Black P-067
RANGER 2x4, 4x4 EFI - Plastic - Hood / Dash Dark Green P-195
RANGER 4x4 EFI - Plastic - Hood / Dash Solar Red P-342
RANGER 4x4 EFI - Plastic - Hood / Dash Midnight Blue P-485
Series# Part Number
20 4010278
21 4010278
22 4010321
23 4010321
27 4010321
28 4010321
31 4110141
32 4110148
67 4010278
68 4010278
Key Series
Number
KEY COVER
P/N 5533534

14. 1.10
GENERAL INFORMATION
MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS
Conversion Table
°C to °F: 9/5(°C + 32) = °F °F to °C: 5/9(°F - 32) = °C

15. 1.11
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
Standard Torque Specifications
The following torque specifications are to be used only as a general guideline. There are exceptions in the steering, suspension, and
engine areas. Always consult the exploded views or each manual section for torque values of fasteners before using standard torque.

16. 1.12
GENERAL INFORMATION
SAE Tap / Drill Sizes
Metric Tap / Drill Sizes
Decimal Equivalents

17. 1.13
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
Glossary of Terms
ABDC: After bottom dead center.
ACV: Alternating current voltage.
Alternator: Electrical generator producing voltage alternating current.
ATDC: After top dead center.
BBDC: Before bottom dead center.
BDC: Bottom dead center.
BTDC: Before top dead center.
CC: Cubic centimeters.
Center Distance: Distance between center of crankshaft and center of driven clutch shaft.
Chain Pitch: Distance between chain link pins (No. 35 = 3/8" or 1 cm). Polaris measures chain length in number of pitches.
CI: Cubic inches.
Clutch Buttons: Plastic bushings which aid rotation of the movable sheave in the drive and driven clutch.
Clutch Offset: Drive and driven clutches are offset so that drive belt will stay nearly straight as it moves along the clutch face.
Clutch Weights: Three levers in the drive clutch which relative to their weight, profile and engine RPM cause the drive clutch to
close and grip the drive belt.
Crankshaft Run-Out: Run-out or "bend" of crankshaft measured with a dial indicator while crankshaft is supported between centers
on V blocks or resting in crankcase. Measure at various points especially at PTO.
DCV: Direct current voltage
CVT: Centrifugal Variable Transmission (Drive Clutch System)
DCV: Direct current voltage.
Dial Bore Gauge: A cylinder measuring instrument which uses a dial indicator. Good for showing taper and out-of-round in the
cylinder bore.
Electrical Open: Open circuit. An electrical circuit which isn't complete.
Electrical Short: Short circuit. An electrical circuit which is completed before the current reaches the intended load. (i.e. a bare wire
touching the chassis).
End Seals: Rubber seals at each end of the crankshaft.
Engagement RPM: Engine RPM at which the drive clutch engages to make contact with the drive belt.
ft.: Foot/feet.
Foot Pound: Ft. lb. A force of one pound at the end of a lever one foot in length, applied in a rotational direction.
g: Gram. Unit of weight in the metric system.
gal.: Gallon.
ID: Inside diameter.
in.: Inch/inches.
Inch Pound: In. lb. 12 in. lbs. = 1 ft. lb.
kg/cm²: Kilograms per square centimeter.
kg-m: Kilogram meters.
Kilogram/meter: A force of one kilogram at the end of a lever one meter in length, applied in a rotational direction.
l or ltr: Liter.
lbs/in²: Pounds per square inch.
Left or Right Side: Always referred to based on normal operating position of the driver.
m: Meter/meters.
Mag: Magneto.
Magnetic Induction: As a conductor (coil) is moved through a magnetic field, a voltage will be generated in the windings.
Mechanical energy is converted to electrical energy in the stator.
mi.: Mile/miles.
mm: Millimeter. Unit of length in the metric system. 1 mm = approximately .040".
Nm: Newton meters.
OD: Outside diameter.
Ohm: The unit of electrical resistance opposing current flow.
oz.: Ounce/ounces.
Piston Clearance: Total distance between piston and cylinder wall.
psi.: Pounds per square inch.
PTO: Power take off.
PVT: Polaris Variable Transmission (Drive Clutch system)
qt.: Quart/quarts.
Regulator: Voltage regulator. Regulates battery charging system output at approx. 14.5 DCV as engine RPM increases.
Reservoir Tank: The fill tank in the liquid cooling system.
Resistance: In the mechanical sense, friction or load. In the electrical sense, ohms, resulting in energy conversion to heat.
RPM: Revolutions per minute.
Seized Piston: Galling of the sides of a piston. Usually there is a transfer of aluminum from the piston onto the cylinder wall.
Possible causes: 1) improper lubrication; 2) excessive temperatures; 3) insufficient piston clearance; 4) stuck piston rings.
Stator Plate: The plate mounted under the flywheel supporting the battery charging coils.
TDC: Top dead center. Piston's most outward travel from crankshaft.
Volt: The unit of measure for electrical pressure of electromotive force. Measured by a voltmeter in parallel with the circuit.
Watt: Unit of electrical power. Watts = amperes x volts.
WOT: Wide open throttle.

18. NOTES
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.14

19. MAINTENANCE
2.1
CHAPTER 2
MAINTENANCE
2PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
BREAK-IN PERIOD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
MAINTENANCE CHART KEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
PRE-RIDE - 25 HOUR MAINTENANCE INTERVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
50 - 100 HOUR MAINTENANCE INTERVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
100 - 300 HOUR MAINTENANCE INTERVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.6
GENERAL COMPONENT LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
RH SIDE AND DASH VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
LH SIDE AND REAR VIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8
SERVICE PRODUCTS AND LUBRICANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9
MAINTENANCE REFERENCES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
POLARIS LUBRICANT SYMBOL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
ENGINE LUBRICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.10
COMPONENT FLUID TYPE AND USE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.11
COMPONENT LUBRICATION POINTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.12
GENERAL VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13
PRE-RIDE / DAILY INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13
FRAME, NUTS, BOLTS, AND FASTENERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13
SHIFT LINKAGE INSPECTION / ADJUSTMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13
FUEL SYSTEM AND AIR INTAKE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
FUEL SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
FUEL LINES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
FUEL FILTER (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
VENT LINES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
THROTTLE PEDAL INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.14
THROTTLE FREEPLAY ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
CHOKE ADJUSTMENT (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.15
IDLE SPEED ADJUSTMENT (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.16
PILOT SCREW (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.16
PILOT SCREW ADJUSTMENT (CARB MODELS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.17
CARBURETOR DRAINING (CARB MODELS). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.17
AIR INTAKE INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18
AIR FILTER SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.18
FUEL SYSTEM (EFI). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19
ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19
COMPRESSION AND LEAKDOWN TEST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.19
BREATHER FILTER INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
BREATHER HOSE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
FLYWHEEL HOUSING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
ENGINE OIL LEVEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER CHANGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.21
OIL PUMP PRIMING PROCEDURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.22
VALVE CLEARANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.23
INTAKE / EXHAUST VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.24
EXHAUST PIPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.24
TRANSMISSION AND GEARCASES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
TRANSMISSION LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.25
FRONT GEARCASE LUBRICATION (4X4) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.26
REAR GEARCASE LUBRICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.28

20. 2.2
MAINTENANCE
COOLING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.29
LIQUID COOLING SYSTEM OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.29
COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.29
RADIATOR COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.29
COOLANT STRENGTH / TYPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
COOLING SYSTEM PRESSURE TEST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
COOLING SYSTEM HOSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
RADIATOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
COOLANT DRAIN / RADIATOR REMOVAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.30
FINAL DRIVE / WHEEL AND TIRE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.31
WHEEL AND HUB TORQUE TABLE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.31
CV SHAFT BOOT INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.31
WHEEL REMOVAL / INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.32
TIRE INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.32
TIRE PRESSURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.32
ELECTRICAL AND IGNITION SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.33
BATTERY MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.33
BATTERY FLUID LEVEL (CONVENTIONAL BATTERY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.33
BATTERY REMOVAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.33
BATTERY INSTALLATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.34
BATTERY STORAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.34
BATTERY CHARGING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.34
SPARK PLUG SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.34
ENGINE TO FRAME GROUND . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
STEERING AND SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
STEERING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
TIE ROD END / STEERING INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
CAMBER AND CASTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.35
WHEEL TOE ALIGNMENT INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.36
TOE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.36
FRONT SUSPENSION / REAR SUSPENSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.37
REAR SUSPENSION ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.37
REAR SPRING ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.38
BRAKE SYSTEM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.38
BRAKE FLUID INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.38
BRAKE HOSE AND FITTING INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.38
BRAKE PAD / DISC INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.39
PARKING BRAKE CABLE ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.39
PARKING BRAKE PAD INSPECTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.39

21. 2.3
MAINTENANCE
2
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART
Periodic Maintenance Overview
Inspection, adjustment and lubrication of important components are explained in the periodic maintenance chart.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust and replace parts as necessary. When inspection reveals the need for replacement parts, use
genuine Pure Polaris parts available from your Polaris dealer.
NOTE: Service and adjustments are critical. If you’re not familiar with safe service and adjustment
procedures, have a qualified dealer perform these operations.
Maintenance intervals in the following chart are based upon average riding conditions and an average vehicle speed of approximately
10 miles per hour. Vehicles subjected to severe use must be inspected and serviced more frequently.
Severe Use Definition
• Frequent immersion in mud, water or sand
• Racing or race-style high RPM use
• Prolonged low speed, heavy load operation
• Extended idle
• Short trip cold weather operation
Pay special attention to the oil level. A rise in oil level during cold weather can indicate contaminants collecting in the oil sump or
crankcase. Change oil immediately if the oil level begins to rise. Monitor the oil level, and if it continues to rise, discontinue use
and determine the cause or see your dealer.
Break-In Period
The break-in period consists of the first 25 hours of operation, or the time it takes to use 14 gallons (53 liters) of fuel. Careful treatment
of a new engine and drive components will result in more efficient performance and longer life for these components.
• Drive vehicle slowly at first while varying the throttle position. Do not operate at sustained idle.
• Pull only light loads.
• Perform regular checks on fluid levels and other areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist.
• Change both the engine oil and filter after 25 hours or one month.
• See “Owner’s Manual” for additional break-in information.
Maintenance Chart Key
The following symbols denote potential items to be aware of during maintenance:
= CAUTION: Due to the nature of these adjustments, it is recommended this service be performed by an
authorized Polaris dealer.
= SEVERE USE ITEM: See information provided above.
E = Emission Control System Service (California).
NOTE: Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Polaris parts.
WARNING
Improperly performing the procedures marked could result in component failure and lead to serious injury or death.
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.

22. 2.4
MAINTENANCE
Pre-Ride - 25 Hour Maintenance Interval
Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
E Emission Control System Service (California)
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
Item
Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first)
Remarks
Hours Calendar
Miles
(KM)
Steering - Pre-Ride -
Make adjustments as needed.
See Pre-Ride Checklist on Page 2.13.
Front Suspension - Pre-Ride -
Rear Suspension - Pre-Ride -
Tires - Pre-Ride -
Brake Fluid Level - Pre-Ride -
Brake Pedal Travel - Pre-Ride -
Brake Systems - Pre-Ride -
Wheels / Fasteners - Pre-Ride -
Frame Fasteners - Pre-Ride -
E
Engine Oil Level - Pre-Ride -
E
Air Filter / Pre-Filter - Daily - Inspect;clean often
E
Air Box Sediment Tube - Daily - Drain deposits when visible
Coolant Level - Daily -
Check level daily, change coolant every 2
years
Head Lamp / Tail Lamp - Daily -
Check operation; apply dielectric grease if
replacing
E
Air Filter,
Main Element
- Weekly - Inspect; replace as needed
Brake Pad Wear / Inspect
Parking Brake Pads
10 H Monthly - Inspect periodically
Battery 20 H Monthly - Check terminals; clean; test
Parking Brake Cable
Adjustment
25 H - - Inspect; adjust tension after first 25 hours
Front Gearcase Oil
(if equipped)
25 H Monthly - Inspect level; change yearly
Middle Gearcase Oil
(if equipped)
25 H Monthly - Inspect level; change yearly
Rear Gearcase Oil
(if equipped)
25 H Monthly - Inspect level; change yearly
Transmission Oil 25 H Monthly - Inspect level; change yearly
E
Engine Breather
Filter (if equipped)
25 H Monthly - Inspect; replace if necessary
E
Engine Oil Change
(Break-In Period)
25 H 1 M - Perform a break-in oil change at one month

23. 2.5
MAINTENANCE
2
50 - 100 Hour Maintenance Interval
Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
E Emission Control System Service (California)
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
Item
Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first)
Remarks
Hours Calendar
Miles
(KM)
General Lubrication 50 H 3 M -
Lubricate all grease fittings, pivots, cables,
etc.
Shift Linkage 50 H 6 M - Inspect, lubricate, adjust
Steering 50 H 6 M - Lubricate
Front Suspension 50 H 6 M - Lubricate
Rear Suspension 50 H 6 M - Lubricate
Carburetor Float Bowl
(if applicable)
50 H 6 M - Drain bowl periodically and prior to storage
E
Throttle Cable / Throttle
Pedal
50 H 6 M -
Inspect; adjust; lubricate; replace if
necessary
E
Choke Cable
(if applicable)
50 H 6 M -
Inspect; adjust; lubricate; replace if
necessary
E
Carburetor / Throttle Body
Air Intake Ducts / Flange
50 H 6 M - Inspect ducts for proper sealing/air leaks
Drive Belt 50 H 6 M - Inspect; adjust; replace as needed
Cooling System 50 H 6 M -
Inspect coolant strength seasonally;
pressure test system yearly
Parking Brake Cable
Adjustment
100 H - - Inspect; adjust tension as needed
E
Engine Oil Change 100 H 6 M -
Perform a break-in oil change at 25 hours/
one month
E
Oil Filter Change 100 H 6 M - Replace with oil change
E
Oil Tank Vent Hose
(if applicable)
100 H 12 M - Inspect routing, condition
E
Valve Clearance 100 H 12 M - Inspect; adjust

24. 2.6
MAINTENANCE
100 - 300 Hour Maintenance Interval
Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
E Emission Control System Service (California)
Have an authorized Polaris dealer perform these services.
Item
Maintenance Interval
(whichever comes first)
Remarks
Hours Calendar
Miles
(Km)
E
Fuel System 100 H 12M -
Check for leaks at tank cap, lines, fuel
valve, filter, pump, carburetor, replace lines
every two years
E
Fuel Filter 100 H 12M - Replace yearly
Radiator 100 H 12M - Inspect; clean external surfaces
Cooling Hoses 100 H 12M - Inspect for leaks
Engine Mounts 100 H 12M - Inspect
Exhaust Muffler / Pipe 100 H 12M - Inspect
E
Spark Plug 100 H 12M - Inspect; replace as needed
E
Ignition Timing 100 H 12M - Inspect
Wiring 100 H 12M -
Inspect for wear, routing, security; apply
dielectricgreasetoconnectorssubjectedto
water, mud, etc.
Clutches (Drive and Driven) 100 H 12M - Inspect; clean; replace worn parts
Front Wheel Bearings 100 H 12M - Inspect; replace as needed
E Idle Speed (Carb Models) 100 H Adjust as needed
Toe Adjustment 100 H
Inspect periodically; adjust when parts are
replaced
Brake Fluid 200 H 24M - Change every two years (DOT 4)
Spark Arrestor 300 H 36M - Clean out
Auxiliary Brake - Inspect daily; adjust as needed
Headlight Aim - Adjust as needed

25. 2.7
MAINTENANCE
2
GENERAL COMPONENT LOCATION
RH Side and Dash View
Power Distribution Module
(PDM)
Front Gearcase
(Behind Radiator)
Engine (under seat)
Rear Gearcase
Gas Tank
Dash Components
1
2 3 4 5
6
78
9
1. Indicator Lights
2. Gear Shifter
3. Ignition Key
4. Choke
5. 12V accessory
6. Hourmeter
7. AWD / Differential Switch
8. Light Switch
9. Glove Box
(4X4)

26. 2.8
MAINTENANCE
LH Side and Rear View
Battery
Front Prop Shaft
(4x4)
PVT Cover
Transmission
Rear Prop Shaft
Tail Gate Latch
Air Cleaner
Muffler
2" Hitch
Drive Shafts (2x4, 4x4)

27. 2.9
MAINTENANCE
2
SERVICE PRODUCTS AND LUBRICANTS
Polaris Lubricants, Maintenance and Service
Products
NOTE: Each item can be purchased separately at
your local Polaris dealer.
NOTE: The number count indicated by each part
number in the table above indicates the number of
units that are shipped with each order.
Part No. Description
Engine Lubricant
2870791 Fogging Oil (12 oz. Aerosol)
2871098
Premium 2 Cycle Engine Oil (Quart) (12
Count)
2871281
Engine Oil (Quart) Premium 4 Synthetic
0W-40 (4-Cycle) (12 Count)
2871844
Engine Oil (Gallon) Premium 4 Synthetic
0W-40 (4-Cycle) (4 Count)
2871567
Engine Oil (16 Gallon) Premium 4
Synthetic 0W-40 (4-Cycle)
Gearcase / Transmission Lubricants
2873602
Premium Synthetic AGL Gearcase Lube
(12 oz. bottle) (12 Count)
2873603
Premium Synthetic AGL Gearcase Lube
(1 Gal.) (4 Count)
2871653
Premium ATV Angle Drive Fluid
(8 oz.) (12 Count)
2872276
Premium ATV Angle Drive Fluid
(2.5 Gal) (2 Count)
2870465 Oil Pump for 1 Gallon Jug
2871654
Premium Demand Drive Hub Fluid
(8 oz.) (12 Count)
2872277
Premium Demand Drive Hub Fluid
(2.5 gal.) (2 Count)
Grease / Specialized Lubricants
2871322
Premium All Season Grease
(3 oz. cartridge) (24 Count)
2871423
Premium All Season Grease
(14 oz. cartridge) (10 Count)
2871460 Starter Drive Grease (12 Count)
2871515 Premium U-Joint Lube (3 oz.) (24 Count)
2871551 Premium U-Joint Lube (14 oz.) (10 Count)
2871312 Grease Gun Kit
2871329 Dielectric Grease (Nyogel™)
Coolant
2871323 60/40 Coolant (Gallon) (6 Count)
2871534 60/40 Coolant (Quart) (12 Count)
Part No. Description
Additives / Sealants / Thread Locking Agents / Misc.
2870585 Loctite™ Primer N, Aerosol, 25 g
2871956
Loctite™ Thread Sealant 565
(50 ml.) (6 Count)
2871949
Loctite™ Threadlock 242
(50 ml.) (10 Count)
2871950
Loctite™ Threadlock 242
(6 ml.) (12 Count)
2871951
Loctite™ Threadlock 262
(50 ml.) (10 Count)
2871952
Loctite™ Threadlock 262
(6 ml.) (12 Count)
2871953
Loctite™ Threadlock 271
(6 ml.) (12 Count)
2871954
Loctite™ Threadlock 271
(36 ml.) (6 Count)
2870584
Loctite™ 680-Retaining Compound
(10 ml.)
2870587
Loctite™ 518 Gasket Eliminator / Flange
Sealant (50 ml.) (10 Count)
2871326
Premium Carbon Clean
(12 oz.) (12 Count)
2870652 Fuel Stabilizer (16 oz.) (12 Count)
2871957
Black RTV Silicone Sealer
(3 oz. tube) (12 Count)
2871958
Black RTV Silicone Sealer
(11 oz. cartridge) (12 Count)
2872189 DOT 4 Brake Fluid (12 Count)
2871557 Crankcase Sealant, 3-Bond 1215 (5oz.)
2872893 Engine Degreaser (12oz.) (12 Count)

28. 2.10
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE REFERENCES
Polaris Lubricant Symbol Identification
Engine Lubrication
* More often under severe use, such as operated in water or under severe loads.
Item Lube Rec. Method Frequency*
1. 4-Stroke Engine Oil
Polaris 0W-40
Synthetic (PN 2871281)
Add oil to proper level.
Change after 1st month (25 hrs), 6 months
or 100 hours thereafter; Change more often
in extremely dirty conditions, or short trip
cold weather operation.
Polaris
Brake Fluid
Polaris Synthetic
Gearcase Lube
Polaris Synthetic
OW-40 Oil
Polaris Demand
Drive Hub Fluid
Polaris ATV
Angle drive Fluid
Polaris U-Joint Lube Polaris All Season Grease
RANGER 500
Oil Filter
Engine Oil Dipstick

29. 2.11
MAINTENANCE
2
Component Fluid Type and Use
* More often under severe use, such as operated in water or under severe loads.
**Annually or 100 hours of operation (refer to Maintenance Schedule for additional information)
Grease conforming to NLGI No. 2, such as Polaris Premium All Season Grease, Conoco Superlube M or Mobilegrease Special
Item Lube Rec. Method Frequency*
2. Brake Fluid DOT 4 (PN 2872189)
Fill reservoir between MAX
and Min lines.
As required. Change fluid
every 2 years.
3. Transmission
Polaris AGL Gearcase
Lubricant (PN 2873602)
Add lube to bottom of fill plug
threads.
Change annually. Change more
often if used in severe
conditions.
4. Front Gearcase
Premium Demand Drive Hub
Fluid (PN 2871654)
Drain completely. Add lube to
specified quantity.
Change annually**
5. Rear Gearcase
ATV Angle Drive Fluid
(PN 2871653)
Drain completely. Add lube to
specified quantity.
Change annually**
Brake Master Cylinder Transmission Fill Plug
Fill Plug
Fill Plug
Drain Plug
2. Brake Master Cylinder
3. Transmission
5. Rear Gearcase
4. Front Gearcase (4x4)

30. 2.12
MAINTENANCE
Component Lubrication Points
* More often under severe use, such as operated in water or under severe loads.
***Semi-annually or 50 hours of operation (refer to Maintenance Schedule for additional information)
Grease conforming to NLGI No. 2, such as Polaris Premium All Season Grease, Conoco Superlube M or Mobilegrease Special
Item Lube Rec. Method Frequency*
6. Hubsrut Assembly (Both
Sides)
Polaris All Season Grease (PN
2871423)
Locate grease fitting on the
underside of the hubstrut
assembly and grease with
grease gun.
Semi-annually***
7. Front Prop Shaft Yoke
(4x4)
Polaris Premium U-Joint Lube
(PN 2871551)
Locate fittings and grease with
grease gun.
Semi-annually***
Front Hub
Strut Assy.
Yoke
6. Front Hubstrut
7. Front Prop Shaft (4x4)
Transmission End

31. 2.13
MAINTENANCE
2
GENERAL VEHICLE INSPECTION
AND MAINTENANCE
Pre-Ride / Daily Inspection
Perform the following pre-ride inspection daily, and when
servicing the vehicle at each scheduled maintenance.
• Tires - check condition and pressures
• Fuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper level;
Do not overfill oil tank
• All brakes - check operation and adjustment (includes
auxiliary brake)
• Throttle - check for free operation and closing
• Headlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all
indicator lights and switches
• Engine stop switch - check for proper function
• Wheels - check for tightness of wheel nuts and axle
nuts; check to be sure axle nuts are secured by cotter
pins
• Air cleaner element - check for dirt; clean or replace
• Steering - check for free operation noting any unusual
looseness in any area
• Loose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged
or loose nuts, bolts or fasteners
• Engine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery
bottle
• Check all rear suspension components for wear or
damage.
Frame, Nuts, Bolts, and Fasteners
Periodically inspect the torque of all fasteners in accordance
with the maintenance schedule. Check that all cotter pins are in
place. Refer to specific fastener torques listed in each chapter.
Shift Linkage Inspection / Adjustment
Linkage rod adjustment is necessary when symptoms include:
• No All Wheel Drive light
• Noise on deceleration
• Inability to engage a gear
• Excessive gear clash (noise)
• Shift selectors moving out of desired range
NOTE: Remove necessary components to gain
access to shift linkage cable ends (i.e. exhaust heat
shield, exhaust pipe, etc.)
1. Inspect shift linkage cable, clevis pins, and pivot bushings
and replace if worn or damaged.
2. Be sure idle speed is adjusted properly.
3. Place gear selector in neutral. Make sure the transmission
bell crank is engaged in the neutral position detents.
4. With two wrenches loosen the outside jam nut
counterclockwise. Turn the outside jam nut 1 1/2 turns.
Perform this procedure on the shift lever end, also.
5. After turning the outside jam nut 1 1/2 turns. Hold the
outside jam nut with a wrench and tighten the inside jam
nut clockwise, until it is tight against the bracket.
6. Repeat Step 4 and Step 5 until the proper adjustment is
made for the transmission cable.
Shift Cable Adjustment
Inside Jam Nut Outside Jam Nut

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