Polaris Magnum 500 2000 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL SUPPLEMENT
2000 MAGNUM 500
PN 9915473
IMPORTANT: This is a supplement to your owner’s manual. This information should remain with your owner’s
manual at all times.
Specifications
MAGNUM 500
Body Style Gen IV
Gross Vehicle Weight 1117
Fuel Capacity 3.75 U.S. Gallons
Transmission Oil 400 ml
Front Housing Gearcase
Oil
300 ml
Rear Housing Gearcase OIl 150 ml
C
A
Engine Oil Capacity 2 Quarts
A
P
A
Front Rack (Maximum - Ca-
pacity)
90 Lbs.
A
C
I
Rear Rack 180 Lbs.
I
T
Tongue Weight 35 Lbs.
I
E
Tow Hitch Standard
E
S
Tow Capacity 1225 Lbs.
Turn Radius 65²
Ground Clearance 7.25²
Height 47.5²
Length 81²
Seat Height 34²
Weight 647 Lbs.
Wheel Base 49.75²
Width 46²
D
Drive System Type PVT
D
R
Shift Type Side Lever (Hi/Low-R-N)
R
I
V
Gear Reduction - Low 7.46/1
V
E
Gear Reduction - Reverse 5.12/1
E
S
Gear Reduction - Forward 3.3/1
S
Y
Front Drive (ratio) 3.7/1
Y
S
T
Final Drive (ratio) 3.1/1
T
E
Center Drive (ratio) Not Applicable
M
Drive Chain Not Applicable
T
I
Front Tire 25 x 8-12
I
R
Rear Tire 25 x 11-10
R
E
S
Tire Pressure (front) 4
S
Tire Pressure (rear) 3

Polaris Magnum 500 2000 Specifications

General

Brand	Polaris
Model	Magnum 500 2000
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English

Summary

Vehicle Specifications

Capacities

Lists vehicle fluid capacities, oil specifications, and rack load limits.

Drive System

Details transmission type, shift type, and gear reduction ratios.

Tires

Specifies front and rear tire sizes and recommended tire pressure.

Suspension

Details front and rear suspension travel and shock adjustment.

Brakes

Describes front and rear brake types and parking brake system.

Engine

Covers engine model, type, bore, stroke, displacement, and cooling.

Carburetor and Cooling

Details carburetor settings, pilot jets, and engine cooling system.

Lights

Lists headlight, taillight, and brakelight wattages.

Vehicle Features

General Features

Lists standard and accessory features like electric start and indicators.

Carburetor Jetting and Clutching

Provides jetting and clutching charts for different altitudes and temperatures.

Speedometer Operation

Speedometer Functions

Explains how to display miles, kilometers, and trip data.

Changing Units

Details the procedure to switch between miles and kilometers.

Reverse Speed Limit

Notes the speed limitation function for reverse operation.

Electrical System Diagram

Wiring Harness and Color Codes

Illustrates the wiring harness and provides a color code key for components.

Component Connections

Shows connections for ignition, lighting, starter, and sensors.

Stator and Ignition Coils

Details stator resistances and ignition coil specifications.