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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.
Owner's Manual
for Maintenance and Safet
y
Spor
tsman X2 550 EPS
2
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Introduction
6
Safety
6
Vehicle Identification Numbers
8
Safety
9
Safety Training
9
Safe Riding Gear
10
Equipment Modifications
11
Eye Protection
11
Safety Warnings
12
Handling Gasoline
13
Exposure to Exhaust
13
Carrying a Passenger
14
Protective Apparel
14
Operating on Pavement
15
Operating on Public Roads
15
Operating at Excessive Speeds
15
Physical Control of the Atv
16
Turning Improperly
16
Jumps and Stunts
16
Improper Hill Climbing
17
Descending Hills Improperly
17
Crossing Hillsides
17
Operating on Steep Hills
18
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
18
Operating on Slippery Terrain
19
Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
19
Skidding or Sliding
20
Operating through Deep Water
21
Improper Cargo Loading
21
Poor Visibility
22
Operating a Damaged Atv
23
Physical Skills
23
Hot Exhaust Systems
23
Unauthorized Use of the Atv
23
General Warning
24
Age 16 Warning
25
Clutch Cover Warning
28
Hitch Capacity Label
28
Box Warning
29
Features and Controls
30
Engine Stop Switch
30
Mode/Reverse Override Switch
30
Main Key Switch
31
X4 Switch
31
Operation
32
Throttle Lever
32
Brake Lever
33
Parking Brake
35
Extreme Use 30 Ah Battery
39
Fuel Tank Cap
39
All Wheel Drive System
40
Engaging 4X
41
Disengaging Active Descent Control
42
Engaging Active Descent Control
42
Passenger Seat
43
Seat Conversion
43
Front Box/Compartment
45
Instrument Cluster
46
Indicator Lamps
47
Break-In Period
57
Pre-Ride Checklist
58
Safe Operation Practices
59
Trail Etiquette
60
Starting the Engine
61
Operation
57
Cold Weather Operation
61
Driving Procedures
62
Turning the Vehicle
63
Driving with a Passenger
64
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
66
Driving Uphill
67
Driving Downhill
69
Driving through Water
72
Driving over Obstacles
73
Driving in Reverse
74
Parking on an Incline
75
Hauling Cargo
76
Towing Loads
78
Dumping Cargo
79
Winch Guide
80
Winch Safety Precautions
81
Winch Operation
83
Winch Cable Care
88
Winch Maintenance and Service Safety
91
Crankcase Emission Control System
92
Exhaust Emission Control System
92
Electromagnetic Interference
92
Emission Control Systems
92
Noise Emission Control System
92
Maintenance
93
Maintenance Chart Key
94
Periodic Maintenance Chart
94
Lubrication Guide
97
Engine Oil
98
Oil Recommendations
98
Oil Level
99
Oil and Filter Change
100
Transmission Oil
102
Fluid Change
105
Fluid Level
106
Oil Check
108
Rear Gearcase Oil
108
Oil Change
109
Cooling System
110
Radiator Coolant
112
Hand Brake
113
Steering Assembly
114
Toe Alignment
114
Seat Removal
115
Side Panel/Footwell Removal
115
Tire Tread Depth
116
Wheel Removal
116
Wheel Installation
117
Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
117
Air Filter
118
Fuse Replacement
119
Headlight Lamp Replacement
120
High Beam Adjustment
121
Headlight Housing Replacement
122
Lower Headlamp Replacement
123
Spark Plug Inspection
124
Spark Plug Recommendations
124
Spark Plugs
124
Vehicle Immersion
126
Spark Arrester
127
Pvt System
128
Pvt Drying
130
Battery Removal
131
Battery Installation
132
Battery Storage
133
Battery Charging
134
Throttle Cable Freeplay
136
Camber and Caster
139
Transporting the Atv
140
Cleaning and Storage
141
Polishing the Vehicle
142
Storage Tips
143
Drive Belt Wear/Burn
145
Troubleshooting
145
Engine Overheating
148
POLARIS Products
149
Specifications
150
Warranty
152
Maintenance Log
160
Index
162
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Model
Sportsman X2 550 EPS
Category
Offroad Vehicle
Language
English
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