Polaris RANGER 2004 User Manual

Owner's Manual
for Vehicle Maintenance
and Safety
RANGER
2004
Owner's Manual
for Vehicle Maintenance
and Safety
RANGER
2004
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.
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Polaris RANGER 2004 Specifications

General

Brand	Polaris
Model	RANGER 2004
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English

Summary

SAFETY

Operator Safety

General safety guidelines and precautions for operating the vehicle.

Age Restrictions

Specifies the minimum age for operating the vehicle and for passengers.

Know Your Vehicle

Emphasizes understanding the vehicle and following the owner's manual.

Equipment Modifications

Safety Decals and Locations

Fuel Safety

Precautions for handling gasoline safely to prevent fires or explosions.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

OPERATION

Vehicle Break-In Period

Outlines the recommended procedures for breaking in a new vehicle.

Pre-Ride Inspection

Lists essential checks to perform before operating the vehicle.

Starting the Engine

Driving On Slippery Surfaces

Driving Uphill

Hauling Cargo

Information on vehicle capacities and safe loading practices.

Towing Loads

Guidelines and capacities for towing trailers.

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Periodic Maintenance Schedule

Outlines the regular inspection and service intervals for the vehicle.

Lubrication Recommendations

Details the types of lubricants and their application points.

Engine Oil

Instructions for checking and changing engine oil and filter.

Gearcases

Cooling System

Spark Plugs

Polaris Variable Transmission (PVT) System

Vehicle Immersion

Filter Systems

Spark Arrestor

Throttle System

Brakes

Seat Belts

Tires

Battery

SPECIFICATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Doesn’t Turn Over

Potential causes and solutions for an engine that won't start.

Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start

Troubleshooting steps for an engine that cranks but doesn't start.

Engine Pings or Knocks

Engine Backfires

Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires

Engine Stops or Loses Power

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY

Details the terms and conditions of the limited warranty.

REGISTRATION

WARRANTY COVERAGE AND EXCLUSIONS: LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES

Specifies what is covered and excluded under the warranty.

HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE

California Emission Control Warranty Statement

Specific warranty information related to California emission controls.

Federal Emissions Component Defect Warranty

Emissions Component Defect Warranty Coverage

Details coverage for emission-related parts under EPA regulations.

Parts Covered

Things You Should Know About the Emission Control System Warranty Maintenance and Repairs

Owner's responsibilities regarding emission system maintenance and repairs.