Polaris Sportsman 400 Lift User Manual

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Polaris Sportsman 400 Lift Kit
Installation Instructions
Read Before Installation
This product is designed for use on ATVs and/or RUVs to increase ground clearance and fender
clearance. It is designed for utility type, slow-speed use on relatively flat terrain in deep mud or
snow. Although we have many thousands of satisfied lift kit customers and over 1,800 franchised
dealers selling and installing lift kits, purchasers should be aware that use of this product may
increase the frequency of required maintenance, part wear, and will raise the center of gravity on
your ATV and/or RUV, increasing risk of roll-over, injury and death on all types of terrain. It is
your responsibility to always inform other operators and passengers of this vehicle about the
added risks.
We recommend that wider tires and/or wheel spacers be used to achieve a wider stance and to
improve stability of the ATV and/or RUV. Riders should be advised that the handling
characteristics of a taller ATV and/or RUV are different and require extra care when riding,
particularly on side hills or off-camber situations. If you further raise the center of gravity by
adding taller tires, heavy loads to racks or seats, or by any other means, the ATV and/or RUV
must be operated with even more care, at slower speeds and on relatively flat ground. All turns
should be done at a slow speed, even on level ground.
Operation of an ATV and/or RUV with or without a lift kit, while or shortly after consuming
alcohol or drugs, subjects the rider to the risk of serious bodily harm or possible death. This risk
is compounded if the rider does not wear an approved helmet and other safety gear. High Lifter
urges that all approved safety gear be worn when riding an ATV and/or RUV as a driver or
passenger.
If this product is not what you expected, or is not consistent with your intended use, you should
return the product immediately to the seller, before installation
, for a refund of the purchase
price; less any fees. After installation, product is warranted for 90 days for defects in
workmanship and materials. Warranty is limited to refund of the purchase price or replacement
of the kit, at the seller’s option.
Dealers and other Installers
You are responsible for informing your customer and end user of the information contained above
and the increased potential hazards of operating an ATV and/or RUV equipped with a lift kit. If
you install the lift kit, it is your responsibility to also install the warning label prominently in view
of the driver and in prominent view of the driver and passenger on RUVs and multi-passenger
ATVs. They should also be instructed to notify anyone operating the vehicle, as well as any
passengers, that a lift kit is installed.
As discussed above, it is critically important that they be instructed in the need for slower speed
operation, regardless of terrain, after this lift kit is installed.

Polaris Sportsman 400 Lift Specifications

General

Brand	Polaris
Model	Sportsman 400 Lift
Category	Offroad Vehicle
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety and Installation Information

Product Use and Risks

Details intended utility use and warns of increased risks like rollovers and altered handling.

Alcohol, Drugs, and Safety Gear

Advises against operating under the influence and stresses the importance of wearing safety gear.

Warranty and Return Policy

Outlines the return policy before installation and the 90-day warranty for defects.

Dealer and Installer Responsibilities

Specifies dealer duties to inform customers of risks and ensure proper installation and labeling.

Parts Diagram

Front Lift Installation

Prepare for Front Lift

Safely lift and support the ATV's front end, then remove front wheels and disconnect the strut.

Attach Front Lift Brackets

Connect front lift brackets using the medium spacer and specified bolts and nuts.

Mark and Drill Knuckle Hole

Mark a new hole on the knuckle assembly for bracket connection and drill it using a 3/8 drill bit.

Connect Brackets to Knuckle

Secure brackets to the knuckle using small spacers and specified bolts and nuts.

Complete Front Installation

Repeat steps for the opposite side and reinstall wheels, torquing lugs to factory specifications.

Rear Lift Installation

Prepare for Rear Lift

Lift and support the ATV's rear, remove rear wheels, and disconnect the shock and sway bar arm.

Attach Rear Lift Brackets

Connect rear lift brackets to the shock mount using the large spacer and specified bolts.

Connect Shock and Sway Bar

Connect the bottom of the shock to the brackets and attach the large support bracket.

Secure Rear Assembly

Fasten the sway bar arm, brackets, and shock using the specified bolt and nut.

Attach Support Brackets

Use two small support brackets to connect the large support bracket to the control arm.

Finalize Rear Installation

Fasten brackets to the control arm with 1/4" bolts, repeat for the opposite side, and reinstall wheels.