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P
antone 426C
Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safet
y
Read this manual carefully
. It contains important safety information.
This is an adult vehicle only
.
Operation is prohibited for those under 16 years of age.
Spor
tsman 500 HO
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
7
Introduction
8
Vehicle Identification Numbers
10
Safety
11
Equipment Modifications
13
Eye Protection
13
Age Restrictions
14
Operating Without Instruction
14
Safety Warnings
14
Exposure to Exhaust
15
Handling Gasoline
15
Carrying a Passenger
16
Protective Apparel
16
Operating on Pavement
17
Operating on Public Roads
17
Improper Hill Climbing
18
Jumps and Stunts
18
Physical Control of the Atv
18
Turning Improperly
18
Crossing Hillsides
19
Descending Hills Improperly
19
Operating on Steep Hills
20
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
20
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
21
Operating on Slippery Terrain
21
Skidding or Sliding
22
Improper Cargo Loading
23
Operating through Deep Water
23
Hot Exhaust Systems
24
Operating a Damaged Atv
24
Physical Skills
24
Poor Visibility
24
Unauthorized Use of the Atv
24
Safety Decals and Locations
25
Age 16 Warning
26
No Passenger" Warning
26
Tire Pressure/Load Warning
26
Clutch Cover Warning
27
Rack Warning, Front and Rear
27
Awd Switch
28
Mode/Reverse Override Switch
28
Features and Controls
28
Engine Stop Switch
29
Headlight Switch
29
Main Key Switch
29
Brake Lever
31
Parking Brake
33
Fuel Filter
35
Fuel Valve
35
All Wheel Drive System
37
Engaging Awd
37
Instrument Cluster
39
Rider Information Center
39
Operation
45
Break-In Period
45
Safe Operation Practices
47
Trail Etiquette
48
Pre-Ride Checklist
49
Starting the Engine
50
Cold Weather Operation
51
Turning the Vehicle
53
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
54
Driving Uphill
55
Driving Downhill
57
Driving through Water
59
Driving over Obstacles
60
Driving in Reverse
61
Hauling Cargo
62
Towing Loads
63
Parking on an Incline
64
Crankcase Emission Control System
65
Electromagnetic Interference
65
Exhaust Emission Control System
65
Noise Emission Control System
65
Emission Control Systems
65
Periodic Maintenance Chart
66
Maintenance
66
Periodic Maintenance Chart
68
Lubrication Guide
71
Engine Oil
72
Oil Recommendations
72
Oil Level
73
Oil and Filter Change
74
Oil Pump Priming
76
Oil Check
77
Transmission Oil
77
Oil Change
78
Fluid Change
79
Cooling System
80
Recovery Bottle Coolant
80
Radiator Coolant
81
Hand Brake
82
Toe Alignment
83
Footwell Removal
84
Side Panel Removal
84
Steering Assembly
84
Tire Tread Depth
85
Wheel Removal
85
Wheel Installation
86
Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
86
Air Filter
87
Fuse Replacement
89
Headlight Lamp Replacement
90
High Beam Adjustment
91
Headlight Housing Replacement
92
Lower Headlamp Replacement
93
Spark Plug Inspection
94
Spark Plug Recommendations
94
Spark Plugs
94
Vehicle Immersion
96
Spark Arrestor
97
Pvt System
98
Pvt Drying
100
Battery Removal
102
Battery Installation
103
Battery Storage
104
Camber and Caster
107
Rear Spring
107
Carburetor/Engine Idle Rpm Adjustment
108
Throttle Cable Freeplay
109
Cleaning and Storage
110
Polishing the Vehicle
111
Storage Tips
113
Transporting the Atv
116
Troubleshooting
117
Drive Belt Wear/Burn
117
Engine Overheating
120
Polaris Products
121
Specifications
122
Clutching Chart
123
Jetting Chart
123
Declaration of Conformity
124
Limited Warranty
125
Warranty
125
Maintenance Log
133
Maintenance Log
134
Index
135
Index
136
Specifications
137
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Brand
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Model
Sportsman 500 HO
Category
Offroad Vehicle
Language
English
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