Polaris 500 2X4 User manual

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WELCOME

Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our

world-wide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting

line of utility and recreational products.

SSnowmobiles

SAll-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

SRANGER utility vehicles

SVictory motorcycles

We believe Polaris sets a standard of excellence for all utility and

recreational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of

experience have gone into the engineering, design, and development of

your Polaris vehicle, making it the finest machine we’ve ever

produced.

For safe and enjoyable operation of your vehicle, be sure to follow the

instructions and recommendations in this owner’s manual. Your

manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information

about major repairs is outlined in the Polaris Service Manual and

should be performed only by a Factory Certified Master Service Dealer

(MSD) Technician.

Your Polaris dealer knows your vehicle best and is interested in your

total satisfaction. Be sure to return to your dealership for all of your

service needs during, and after, the warranty period.

We also take great pride in our complete line of apparel, parts and

accessories, available through our online store at

www.purepolaris.com. Have your accessories and clothing delivered

right to your door!

based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant

improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor

discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this

publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference

use only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or

reuse of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is

expressly prohibited.

Printed in U.S.A.

2006 RANGER 2X4/4X4/TM Owner’s Manual P/N 9920210

TABLE OF CONTENTS

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS 4........

SAFETY 5...................................

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 23...............

OPERATION 32..............................

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 51............

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 53.........

POLARIS PRODUCTS 101.....................

SPECIFICATIONS 102........................

TROUBLESHOOTING 108.....................

WARRANTY 111..............................

MAINTENANCE LOG 120......................

INDEX 122...................................

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Record your vehicle’s identification numbers and key number in the

spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place.

Your key can be duplicated only by mating a Polaris key blank with

one of your existing keys, so if both keys are lost, the ignition switch

must be replaced.

Vehicle Model Number:

(behind left front wheel)

Frame VIN (1):

(under hood)

Engine Serial Number (2):

(right front side of engine crankcase)

Key Number (3):

31XX

SAFETY

Operator Safety

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result

in severe injury or death.

A Polaris RANGER is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate.

This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles, such as

motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly,

even during routine maneuvers like turning, or driving on hills or

over obstacles, if you fail to take proper precautions.

Read and understand your owner’s manual and all warnings

before operating the vehicle.

Age Restrictions

This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. Operation is prohibited

for anyone under 16 years of age. No person under the age of 5 may

ride as a passenger in this vehicle.

Know Your Vehicle

As the operator of the vehicle, you are responsible for your personal

safety, the safety of others, and the protection of our environment.

Read and understand your owner’s manual, which includes valuable

information about all aspects of your vehicle, including safe operating

procedures.

The RANGER is an off-road vehicle. Familiarize yourself with all laws

and regulations concerning the operation of this vehicle in your area.

We strongly advise you to strictly follow the recommended

maintenance program outlined in your owner’s manual. This

preventive maintenance program is designed to ensure that all critical

components on your vehicle are thoroughly inspected at specific

intervals.

SAFETY

Operator Safety

The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this

manual and on your RANGER. Your safety is involved when these

words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings

before reading the manual.

The safety alert symbol, on your vehicle or in this manual, alerts

you to the potential for personal injury.

WARNING

The safety alert warning indicates a potential hazard that may

result in serious injury or death.

CAUTION

The safety alert caution indicates a potential hazard that may

result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

Acaution indicates a situation that may result in damage to the

vehicle.

NOTE:

Anote will alert you to important information or instructions.

SAFETY

Operator Safety

WARNING

Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow these

instructions and procedures, which are outlined in further detail

within your owner’s manual.

SRead this manual and all labels carefully. Follow the operating pro-

cedures described.

SNever allow anyone without a valid driver’s license to operate this

vehicle.

SMinimum age recommendation for passengers is five years old. Pas-

sengers under five years of age require special restraints which are

not available with this vehicle. Driver and passenger should wear

their seat belts at all times.

SNever permit a guest to operate this vehicle unless the guest has read

this manual and all product labels.

STo reduce tipover risk, be especially careful when encountering ob-

stacles and slopes and when braking on hills or during turns.

SThis vehicle is for off road use only. Never operate on public roads.

Always avoid paved surfaces.

SHelmets are recommended whenever driving this vehicle in an

aggressive manner. Eye protection is recommended at all times.

SNever consume alcohol or drugs before or while operating this ve-

hicle.

SNever operate at excessive speeds. Always travel at a speed proper

for the terrain, visibility and operating conditions, and your experi-

ence.

SNever attempt wheelies, jumps or other stunts.

SAlways inspect your vehicle each time you use it to make sure it’s in

safe operating condition. Always follow the inspection and mainte-

nance procedures and schedules described in this manual.

SAlways keep both hands on the steering wheel and both feet on the

floorboards of the vehicle during operation.

SAlways travel slowly and use extra caution when operating on unfa-

miliar terrain. Be alert to changing terrain.

SNever operate on excessively rough, slippery or loose terrain.

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