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Table of Contents
6
Introduction
7
Vehicle Identification Numbers
9
Safety
10
Safe Riding Gear
11
Equipment Modifications
12
Safety Warnings
13
Handling Gasoline
14
Exposure to Exhaust
14
Protective Apparel
15
Carrying a Passenger
15
Operating on Pavement
16
Operating on Public Roads
16
Operating at Excessive Speeds
16
Improper Hill Climbing
17
Physical Control of the Atv
17
Jumps and Stunts
17
Turning Improperly
17
Descending Hills Improperly
18
Crossing Hillsides
18
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
19
Operating on Steep Hills
19
Operating on Slippery Terrain
20
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
20
Improper Tire Maintenance
21
Skidding or Sliding
22
Improper Cargo Loading
23
Poor Visibility
23
Unauthorized Use of the Atv
24
Physical Skills
24
Hot Exhaust Systems
24
Operating a Damaged Atv
24
General Warning
25
Discretionary Warning
26
Age 16 Warning
26
Clutch Cover Warning
28
Hitch Capacity Label
28
Features and Controls
29
Throttle Lever
31
Brake Lever
32
Parking Brake
34
Fuel Tank
36
All Wheel Drive System
37
Disengaging Active Descent Control
39
Engaging Active Descent Control
39
Instrument Cluster
40
Product View and Controls
41
Rider Information Center
41
Programmable Service Interval and Clock Mode
45
Diagnostic Display Mode
46
Sportsman 550Xp/Xp Eps Diagnostic Codes
48
Sportsman 850Xp/Xp Eps Diagnostic Codes
50
Operation
52
Safe Operation Practices
54
Trail Etiquette
55
Starting the Engine
56
Driving Procedures
57
Turning the Vehicle
58
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
59
Driving Uphill
60
Driving Downhill
62
Driving through Water
64
Driving over Obstacles
65
Driving in Reverse
66
Hauling Cargo
67
Towing Loads
68
Parking on an Incline
69
Emission Control Systems
70
Maintenance
71
Periodic Maintenance Chart
72
Maintenance Chart Key
72
Lubrication Guide
75
Oil Level
76
Oil Recommendations
76
Engine Oil
76
Oil and Filter Change
77
Transmission Oil
79
Fluid Change
80
Rear Gearcase Oil
81
Oil Check
81
Oil Change
82
Cooling System
85
Radiator Coolant
87
Hand Brake
88
Toe Alignment
89
Steering Assembly
89
Seat Removal
90
Tire Tread Depth
91
Wheel Removal
92
Wheel Installation
93
Air Filter
94
Fuse Replacement
95
Headlight Lamp Replacement
96
High Beam Adjustment
97
Headlight Housing Replacement
99
Spark Plugs
101
Spark Plug Inspection
101
Vehicle Immersion
103
Spark Arrestor
104
Pvt System
105
Pvt Drying
107
Battery Removal
109
Battery Installation
110
Battery Storage
111
Cleaning and Storage
114
Washing the Vehicle
115
Polishing the Vehicle
115
Storage Tips
117
Transporting the Atv
120
Throttle Cable Freeplay
121
Adjustments
121
Throttle Cable Freeplay
122
Camber and Caster
123
Troubleshooting
124
Engine Overheating
127
Polaris Products
128
Specifications
129
Warranty
133
Maintenance Log
139
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Brand
Polaris
Model
Sportsman 550 XP
Category
Offroad Vehicle
Language
English
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