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WELCOME Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our world- wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting line of utility and recreational products. • Snowmobiles • All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) • Quadricycles/Tractors • RANGER utility vehicles • Victory motorcycles Always follow the instructions and recommendations in this manual. The manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but informa- tion about major repairs is outlined in the Polaris Service Ma
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POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of Polaris Indus- tries Inc. Copyright 2008 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 discrep- ancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publi- cation. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are inte
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Emission Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Polaris
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INTRODUCTION The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and sym- bols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the manual. The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard. WARNING A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
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INTRODUCTION WARNING Failure to follow the warnings in this manual can result in serious injury or death. A Polaris Tractor is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers, if you fail to take proper precautions. • Read this owner’s manual. Understand all safety warnings, precautions and operating procedures before operating a Polaris Tractor. • Never operate this vehicle without proper instruction. Take a training course
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INTRODUCTION Vehicle Identification Numbers Record your vehicle's identification numbers and key number in the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. An ignition key can be duplicated only by ordering a Polaris key blank (using your key number) and mating it with one of your existing keys. The ignition switch must be replaced if all keys are lost. Engine Serial Number VIN #### Key Number Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________ Fr
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SAFETY Safety Training When you purchased your new Tractor, your dealer offered a hands-on safety training course. You were also provided with printed materials that explain safe operating procedures. Review this information on a regular basis. If you purchased a used Polaris Tractor from a party other than a Polaris dealer, please request free safety training from any authorized Polaris dealer. As the operator of the vehicle, you are responsible for your personal safety, the safety of ot
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SAFETY Safe Riding Gear Always wear protective clothing to reduce the chance of injury. Helmet Eye Protection Long Gloves Sleeves Long Pants Boots Helmet Always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety stan- dards. Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) label. Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania bear the ECE 22.05 label. The ECE mark consists 4 E of a circle surrounding the letter E, followed by the distinguishing number o
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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 goggles or use a shatterproof helmet face shield. Polaris recommends wearing approved Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC 8, V-8, Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean. Gloves Off-road style gloves with knuckle pads are the best for comfort and protection. Boots The best footwear is
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SAFETY Rider Safety WARNING Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow the instructions and procedures listed here and throughout this manual. Read and understand all warnings, cautions and operating procedures in this manual and on the safety labels before operating the Tractor. Never operate a Tractor without proper instruction. Take a training course. Beginners should receive training from a certified instructor. Contact an authorized Polaris Tractor dealer or visit the Pol
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SAFETY Rider Safety Never carry a passenger on this vehicle. Always wear an approved helmet that fits properly. Wear eye protection (goggles or face shield), gloves, boots, long sleeves and long pants. Never consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating a Tractor. Never operate at excessive speeds. Travel and turn at speeds appropriate for the terrain, visibility, operating conditions and your experience. 11
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SAFETY Rider Safety Always inspect your Tractor before each use to verify that it's in safe operating condition. Follow the inspection and maintenance procedures outlined in this manual. See page 41. Keep both hands on the handlebars. Keep both feet on the footrests. Always travel slowly when operating on unfamiliar terrain. Use extra caution. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for turning. See page 45. Never turn sharply at excessive speeds, which can lead to vehicle o
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SAFETY Rider Safety Never attempt jumps or other stunts. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving on hills. See page 46. Never operate on hills too steep for the Tractor or for your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting larger hills. Avoid climbing hills steeper than 25 °. Always move the 4X4 switch to ADC 4X4 before ascending or descending a hill. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving downhill and for braking on hills.
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SAFETY Rider Safety Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for braking if you stall or roll backwards while climbing a hill. Never back down a hill. See page 50. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating over obstacles. See page 55. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating on slippery or loose surfaces. Use extra caution. Always avoid skidding or sliding. See page 54. Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for
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SAFETY Rider Safety Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving in reverse. See page 56. Always use the size and type of tires specified for your vehicle. Maintain the proper tire pressure. Never modify a Tractor through improper installation or use of accessories. Never exceed the stated load capacity for your vehicle. Cargo must be properly distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow the instructions in this manual for carrying cargo or towing. All
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SAFETY Rider Safety Never operate the Tractor on a frozen body of water. Operating on paved surfaces may affect the handling and control of the Tractor and could result in loss of control. Avoid sudden turns or swift movement of the handlebars. Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized use or accidental starting. Always unlock the steering before starting the engine. See page 26. Hot components can cause serious burns and fire. Do not touch hot
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SAFETY Safety Labels and Locations Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection. Read and follow the instructions on each label carefully. If a label becomes illegible or comes off, contact your Polaris dealer to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided by Polaris at no charge. The part number is printed on the label. The following pages repeat the information found on each label. General Alert (Multi-Lingual) Before you operate this vehicle, rea
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SAFETY Safety Labels and Locations Reverse Override Alert Rack Clutch Rack Warning Cover Alert Warning “No Passenger” Warning Tire Pressure/ Load Alert Tire Pressure/Load Alert TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (kPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5) MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY 420 LBS. (191 kg) INCLUDES WEIGHT OF OPERATOR, CARGO AND ACCESSORIES. Read Owner's Manual for more detailed loading information. 7174877 Reverse Override Alert/4X4 (AWD) Switch WARNING Pushing reverse override button may cause sudden
