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WARNING

The engine exhaust from this

product contains chemicals known

to cause cancer, birth defects or

other reproductive harm.

A card containing important ATV safety information should be attached to the owner’s

manual on the next page. If you cannot locate this card, or if it has been removed,

please call 1-800-342-3764 for assistance.

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Copyright 2005 Polaris Sales Inc. All information contained within this publication is 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 Predator 500 Owner’s Manual P/N 9920183

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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

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WELCOME

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 Parts, Apparel and Accessories (PAA) products, available

through our online store at www.purepolaris.com. Have your accessories and clothing

delivered right to your door!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WELCOME 3.......................................................

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS 6..............................

SAFETY 8.........................................................

FEATURES AND CONTROLS 48.....................................

OPERATION 65....................................................

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS 88..................................

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 90...............................

ADJUSTMENTS 140................................................

CLEANING AND STORAGE 159......................................

TROUBLESHOOTING 166...........................................

POLARIS PRODUCTS 173...........................................

SPECIFICATIONS 174...............................................

WARRANTY 176....................................................

INDEX 185.........................................................

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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. If both keys are lost, the

ignition switch must be replaced.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERS

Vehicle Model Number:

Frame VIN (1)(left side):

Engine Serial Number (2)(right side):

Key Number (3):