Polaris Predator 500 Guide

WARNING

Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in

this manual and on all product labels.

Failure to follow the safety precautions could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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.

• Snowmobiles

• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

•RANGER utility vehicles

• Victory motorcycles

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

ational vehicles manufactured in the world today. Many years of experi-

ence 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 ser-

vice needs during, and after, the warranty period.

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

sories, available through our online store at www.purepolaris.com. Have

your accessories and clothing delivered right to your door!

POLARIS and POLARIS THE WAY OUT are registered trademarks of Polaris Indus-

tries Inc.

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 discrep-

ancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publi-

cation. 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.

2007 RANGER 2X4/RANGER 4X4 Owner’s Manual

P/N 9920634

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Vehicle Identification Numbers. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Features and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Emission Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Polaris Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111

Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123

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. An

ignition key can be duplicated only by ordering a Polaris key blank

(using your key number) and mating it with one of your existing keys.

The ignition switch must be replaced if all keys are lost.

Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________

Frame VIN: ____________________________________________________________

Engine Serial Number: ___________________________________________________

Key Number ____________________________________________________________

Engine Serial Number

VIN

Key

Number

####

SAFETY

Safety Decals and Locations

Warning decals have been placed on the vehicle for your protection.

Read and follow the instructions of the decals on the vehicle carefully. If

any of the decals depicted in this manual differ from the decals on your

vehicle, always read and follow the instructions of the decals on the

vehicle.

If any decal becomes illegible or comes off, contact your Polaris dealer

to purchase a replacement. Replacement safety decals are provided by

Polaris at no charge. The part number is printed on the decal.

Container/Passenger/Tire Pressure Warning

WARNING

Remove flammable material

containers from box before filling.

• Passengers can be thrown off. This

can cause serious injury or death.

• Never carry passengers in cargo

box.

Maximum 2X4 Box Load 850 lbs.

Maximum 4X4 Box Load 1000 lbs.

Maximum 6X6 Box Load 1200 lbs.

IMPROPER TIRE PRESSURE OR OVERLOADING can cause loss of control

resulting in SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.

TIRE PRESSURE (PSI):

RANGER - 2X4 and 4X4 FRONT 10 REAR 10

RANGER - 6X6 FRONT 10 CENTER 10 REAR 10

MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY (Gross Vehicle Weight)

INCLUDING MACHINE, DRIVER AND CARGO:

RANGER 2X4 and 4X4 is 2750 LBS. RANGER 6X6 is 2900 LBS.

Reduce speed and allow greater distance for braking when carrying cargo.

Overloading or carrying tall, off-center, or unsecured loads will increase your risk

of losing control. Loads should be centered and carried as low as possible in

box. For stability on rough or hilly terrain, reduce speed and cargo. Be careful if

load extends over the side of the box.

Read Owner's Manual for more detailed loading information.

SAFETY

Safety Decals and Locations

Clutch Cover Warning

WARNING

NO STEP

• Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not

operate vehicle with guard removed.

• Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible

imbalance, and excessive engine RPM which can result in serious injury or

death.

Cab Frame/Seat Belt Warning

WARNING

• VEHICLE ROLLOVER could cause severe injury or death. This cab frame is

not designed or intended to provide rollover protection.

• ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT for maximum protection.

Cab Frame/Seat Belt

Warning

Clutch Cover

Warning

SAFETY

Safety Decals and Locations

Shift Caution

CAUTION

To avoid transmission damage, shift only when vehicle is stationary and at idle.

Discretionary Warning

WARNING

Improper vehicle use can result in

SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.

NEVER:

• Operate on public roads. A collision

can occur with a another vehicle.

• Carry more than two passengers, or

passengers under age five.

• Use ALCOHOL or DRUGS before or

while operating this vehicle.

• Operate at speeds too fast for your

skills or the conditions.

• Operate this vehicle on HILLS

steeper than 15 degrees 15°.

To prevent flipover on hilly terrain,

use throttle and brakes gradually.

ALWAYS:

• Avoid paved surfaces which may adversely affect handling and control.

• Use proper RIDING TECHNIQUES to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and

rough terrain and in turns.

• Wear eye protection.

REVERSE operation can be dangerous even at low speeds. Steering becomes

difficult. To prevent flipover, avoid sharp turns.

The park/emergency brake lever will supply increased braking, but should be

used as an emergency or parking brake only.

READ OWNER’S MANUAL. FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.

IF OWNER’S MANUAL IS MISSING, CONTACT A POLARIS DEALER FOR A

REPLACEMENT.

THIS GENERAL PURPOSE OFF-ROAD UTILITY VEHICLE DOES NOT MEET

FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS FOR ON-ROAD

VEHICLES.

Shift

Caution

Discretionary

Warning

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