Polaris 2013 Sportsman 550 EPS User Manual (English)

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yjohnsonAug 13, 2025
What to do if my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine turns over but fails to start?
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  Brittany Avery MDAug 13, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle's engine turns over but won't start, consider these potential causes and solutions: * Out of fuel: Refuel, cycle the key to the ON position three times for 5 seconds each, then start. * Water is present in fuel: Drain the fuel system and refuel. * Old or non-recommended fuel: Replace with fresh, recommended fuel. * Fouled or defective spark plugs: Inspect plugs and replace if necessary. * No spark to spark plug: Inspect plugs, verify the stop switch is on. * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC.
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kimrandyAug 17, 2025
What to do if my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine stops or loses power?
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  wangnicholasAug 17, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine stops or loses power, here's what might be happening and how to address it: * Out of fuel: Refuel, cycle key to ON position three times for 5 seconds each, then start. * Kinked or plugged fuel vent line: Inspect and replace. * Water is present in fuel: Replace with new fuel. * Fouled or defective spark plugs: Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plug. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set gap to specs or replace plug. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten. * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. * Incorrect fuel: Replace with fresh recommended fuel. * Clogged air filter: Inspect and clean or replace.
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loweryandrewAug 20, 2025
Why won't my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine turn over?
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  Juan KennedyAug 20, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine won't turn over, it could be due to: * Low battery voltage: Recharge the battery to 12.8 VDC. * Loose battery connections: Check all connections and tighten. * Loose solenoid connections: Check all connections and tighten.
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Emily ClarkAug 28, 2025
Why does my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine run irregularly, stall, or misfire?
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  Deborah KingAug 28, 2025
  If your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine runs irregularly, stalls, or misfires, consider these potential causes: * Fouled or defective spark plugs: Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set gap to specs or replace plugs. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten. * Water present in fuel: Replace with new fuel. * Low battery voltage: Recharge battery to 12.8 VDC. * Kinked or plugged fuel tank vent line: Inspect and replace. * Incorrect fuel: Replace with recommended fuel. * Clogged air filter: Inspect and clean or replace.
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Scott DelacruzSep 1, 2025
What causes a Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine to backfire?
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  Misty LeonardSep 1, 2025
  A Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine might backfire due to: * Weak spark from spark plug: Inspect, clean and/or replace spark plugs. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set gap to specs or replace plugs. * Old or non-recommended fuel: Replace with fresh recommended fuel. * Water present in fuel: Replace with fresh recommended fuel. * Loose ignition connections: Check all connections and tighten.
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Gary AcostaSep 4, 2025
What causes my Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine to ping or knock?
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  Brett AllenSep 5, 2025
  Your Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine may ping or knock due to: * Poor quality or low octane fuel: Replace with recommended fuel. * Incorrect spark plug gap or heat range: Set gap to specs or replace plugs.
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John ManningSep 9, 2025
What causes a Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine to overheat?
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  Kendra GrahamSep 9, 2025
  A Polaris Offroad Vehicle engine can overheat due to: * Debris lodged in the screen: Clean the screen. * Plugged Radiator: Use a garden hose to flush any debris from the radiator fins. Note: High pressure washers can deform the radiator fins and reduce cooling efficiency.