Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly | Polaris 550 EPS manual

OPERATION

Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly

Familiarize yourself with all laws and regulations concerning the operation of this off-road vehicle in your area. Respect the environment in which you ride. Find out where the designated riding areas are by contacting your POLARIS dealer, a local riding club or local officials.

Help keep our trails open for recreational vehicle use. As an off-road enthusiast, you represent the sport and can set a good example (or a poor example) for others to follow. Tread lightly. Operate with respect for the terrain, avoid littering, and always stay on the designated trails.

Trail Etiquette

Always practice good etiquette when riding. Allow a safe distance between your vehicle and other vehicles operating in the same area. Communicate to oncoming operators by signaling the number of vehicles in your group. When stopping, move your vehicle to the edge of the trail as far as possible to allow others to pass safely.

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Polaris 550 EPS owner manual Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly, Trail Etiquette

Contents

Sportsman X2 550 EPS Page Welcome Page Table of Contents Introduction European Vibration and Noise Vehicle Identification Numbers VIN Safety Safety Training Safe Riding Gear Helmet Boots Equipment ModificationsEye Protection Gloves Safety Warnings Operating Without InstructionAge Restrictions Handling Gasoline Exposure to ExhaustFailure to Inspect Before Operating Using Alcohol or Drugs Protective ApparelCarrying a Passenger Carrying More Than One Passenger Carrying a Passenger Cargo Box Operating on PavementOperating on Public Roads Operating at Excessive Speeds Physical Control of the ATV Turning ImproperlyJumps and Stunts Improper Hill Climbing Descending Hills ImproperlyCrossing Hillsides Stalling While Climbing a Hill Operating on Steep Hills Operating on Slippery Terrain Operating in Unfamiliar TerrainOperating Improperly Reverse Improper Tire Maintenance Operating Over ObstaclesSkidding or Sliding Operating Through Deep Water Improper Cargo Loading Operating on Frozen Bodies Water Poor Visibility Operating a Damaged ATV Physical SkillsHot Exhaust Systems Unauthorized Use of the ATV Safety Labels and Locations General Warning Age 16 Warning Reverse Override Warning/AWD Caution Passenger Safety//Discretionary Warning Passenger Must Always Tire Pressure/Load Warning Rack Warning, Front Clutch Cover WarningHitch Capacity Label Box Warning Features and Controls SwitchesMode/Reverse Override Switch Engine Stop Switch Main Key Switch 4X4 SwitchHeadlight Switch Throttle Lever Brake Lever Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid Parking Brake Locking the Parking Brake Auxiliary Foot Brake Brake Fluid Level Electronic Power Steering EPS Automatic Transmission Gear SelectorBelt Life Extreme Use 30 AH Battery Fuel Tank Cap ADC 4X4 Mode 4X4 ModeAll Wheel Drive System 2X4 Mode Turf ModeEngaging Active Descent Control ADC System Engaging Active Descent ControlDisengaging Active Descent Control Passenger Seat Seat Conversion Backrest Adjustment Latch Passenger Front Box/Compartment Instrument Cluster Digital/Analog GaugeSpeedometer Indicator Lamps Lamp Indicates Condition Rider Information Center Features and Controls Display Units Standard/Metric Odometer Mode Programmable Service Interval Engine Error Codes Diagnostic Display Code Definitions Sportsman X2 550 EPS Diagnostic Codes EPS Models Only Operation Break-In PeriodEngine and Drivetrain Break-in PVT Break-in Clutches/Belt Pre-Ride Checklist Remarks Safe Operation Practices Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly Trail Etiquette Starting the Engine Cold Weather Operation Driving Procedures Turning the Vehicle Driving with a Passenger Operation Driving on Slippery Surfaces Driving Uphill Driving on a Sidehill Sidehilling Driving Downhill Turning Around on a Hill K-Turn Operation Driving Through Water Driving Over Obstacles Driving in Reverse Parking on an Incline Hauling Cargo Do not Travel Faster than the Recommended Speeds Never exceed 50 MPH 80 km/h while carrying a passenger Towing Loads Dumping Cargo Winch Safety Precautions Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Operation YES no Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Guide Winch Cable Care Shock Loading Winch Guide Winch Maintenance and Service Safety Emission Control Systems Maintenance Periodic Maintenance ChartSevere Use Definition Maintenance Chart Key Symbol Description Miles Fuel system 100 H 12 M Procedure Lubrication Guide Engine Oil Oil Recommendations Oil Level Oil and Filter Change Oil Filter Transmission Oil Oil Check Oil Change Front Gearcase Demand Drive Fluid ADC Extreme Use Definition Fluid Check Fluid Change Active Descent Control ADC Fluid Fluid Level Position the vehicle on a level Rear Gearcase Oil Power Steering Unit Cooling System Recovery Bottle Coolant Radiator Coolant Brakes Hand BrakeAuxiliary Foot Brake Steering Assembly Toe Alignment Seat Removal Side Panel/Footwell Removal Tires Tire Tread DepthFront Wheel Hub Tightening Wheel Removal Wheel Installation Wheel Nut Torque SpecificationsWheel Type Nut Type Nut Torque Air Filter Fuse Replacement Headlight Lamp Replacement Lights High Beam Adjustment Low Beam Adjustment Headlight Housing Replacement Lower Headlamp Replacement Taillight/Brakelight Lamp Replacement Plug Condition Torque Specification Spark PlugsSpark Plug Recommendations Spark Plug Inspection Normal Spark Plug Wet Fouled Spark Plug Vehicle Immersion Spark Arrester PVT System 127 When To Use Low Range and High Range PVT DryingCondition Range to Use Battery Battery Removal Battery Installation Battery Storage Battery Charging State Voltage Action Charge Time Throttle Body/Idle RPM Throttle Cable Freeplay 135 Handlebars Camber and Caster Front and Rear Springs Accessories Transporting the ATV Cleaning and Storage Washing the VehicleWashing Tips Polishing the Vehicle Polishing Tips Clean the Exterior Storage TipsOil and Filter Fluid Levels Battery Storage Fog the EngineAir Filter / Air Box Inspect and Lubricate Troubleshooting Drive Belt Wear/Burn Engine Doesnt Turn Over Engine Turns Over, Fails to StartEngine Backfires Engine Pings or Knocks Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires Engine Stops or Loses Power Engine Overheating Polaris Products Part Number Description Specifications Sportsman X2 550 EPS Clutching N/R/P Warranty Limited Warranty Limitations of Warranties and Remedies Lubricants and Fluids 152 HOW to Obtain Warranty Service Exported Products A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty 156 California Residents Maintenance LOG 159 Battery Index 161 162 163 9924657