Polaris 6X6 Guide

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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 Sportsman 6X6 Owner’s Manual P/N 9920163

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 32......................

OPERATION 49.....................................

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 68...................

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 69...............

SPECIFICATIONS 114...............................

POLARIS PRODUCTS 116...........................

TROUBLESHOOTING 117............................

WARRANTY 121....................................

MAINTENANCE LOG 130............................

INDEX 132..........................................

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Record your ATV’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:

Frame VIN (1):

Engine Serial Number (2):

Key Number (3):

131XX

SAFETY

Operator Safety

WARNING

Failure to follow the warnings contained in this manual can result

in serious injury or death.

A Polaris ATV 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 a Polaris ATV.

Age Restrictions

This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. Operation is prohibited

for anyone under 16 years of age.

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.

SAFETY

Operator Safety

Safety Training

When you purchased your new ATV, your dealer offered a hands-on

safety training course that covers all aspects of vehicle safety. You

were also provided with printed materials that explain safe operating

procedures. You should review this information on a regular basis.

If you purchased a used Polaris ATV from a party other than a Polaris

dealer, you can request this free safety training from any authorized

Polaris dealer.

A Polaris ATV is an off-road vehicle. Familiarize yourself with all

laws and regulations concerning the operation of the ATV 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 vehicle. 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.

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