for Maintenance and Safety
RANGER RZR XP RANGER RZR XP 4
Owners Manual
Read, understand, and follow all of the instructions and safety precautions in this manual and on all product labels
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WELCOME
Printed in U.S.A
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
DANGER
NOTICE
INTRODUCTION
European Vibration and Noise
Vehicle Identification
INTRODUCTION
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Number
SAFETY
Equipment Modifications
SAFETY
Safe Riding Gear
Helmet
Eye Protection
SAFETY
Boots
Gloves
Using Alcohol or Drugs
SAFETY
Accessories
Operating Without Instruction
Protective Apparel
SAFETY
Failure to Inspect Before Operating
Seat Belts
Operating With a Load on the Vehicle
SAFETY
Carrying Multiple Passengers RZR XP
Always follow these guidelines
Operating on Pavement
SAFETY
Passengers in the Cargo Box
Operating on Public Roads
Physical Control of the Vehicle
SAFETY
Turning Improperly
Jumps and Stunts
Crossing Hillsides
SAFETY
Improper Hill Climbing
Stalling While Climbing a Hill
Operating Improperly in Reverse
SAFETY
Improper Tire Maintenance
Operating on Slippery Terrain
Skidding or Sliding
SAFETY
Operating Over Obstacles
Operating Through Water
Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
SAFETY
Improper Cargo Loading
Operating a Damaged Vehicle
Handling Gasoline
SAFETY
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT SAFETY call POLARIS at
Refueling
SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Load/Passenger/Tire Pressure Warning
SAFETY
Passenger Safety Warning RZR XP
Passenger Safety
SAFETY
Passenger Safety Warning RZR XP
THE PASSENGERS MUST ALWAYS •wear seat belts
Rear Passenger Cab Frame Warning RZR XP
SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Rear Passenger Grab Bar Warning RZR XP
Shift Caution
SAFETY
Cab Frame/Seat Belt Warning
Age Overturn Warning Warning
Overturn Warning
SAFETY
Age Warning
Belt Debris Warning
Discretionary
SAFETY
Discretionary Warning RZR XP
NEVER operate
NEVER operate
SAFETY
Discretionary Warning RZR XP
•with more than three passengers
Cargo
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
ROPS Frame
Nets
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Rear Passenger Grab Bar Shifter Fuel Tank Cap
Cargo Box Tie-Down Points
Ignition Switch
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Switches
Auxiliary Outlets
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Headlight Switch
All Wheel Drive AWD Switch
Seats
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Seat Adjustments
Steering Wheel
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Passenger Hand Hold
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Hood
Engine Access Panel
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Service Access Panels
Cargo Box Access Panel
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Fuel Cap
Cab Nets
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Seat Belts
Seat Belt Inspection
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Using Low Range
Gear Selector
Throttle Pedal
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Brake Pedal
Rollover Protective Structure ROPS
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
All Wheel Drive AWD System
Engaging AWD
Instrument Cluster
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Mode Button
Speedometer
Lamp
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Indicator Lamps
Indicates
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Rider Information Center
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
2.Fuel Gauge - The segments of the fuel gauge show the level of fuel in the fuel tank. When the last segment clears, a low fuel warning is activated. All segments including the fuel icon will flash. Refuel immediately
Rider Information Center
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Rider Information Center
Display Units Standard/Metric
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Clock Mode
Rider Information Center
Trip Meter Mode
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Odometer Mode
Hour Meter Mode
Diagnostic Display Mode
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Programmable Service Interval
Rider Information Center
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Engine Error Codes
Rider Information Center
OPERATION
Vehicle Break-inPeriod
Brake System Break-in
OPERATION
Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
PVT Break-inClutches/Belt
Item
OPERATION
Pre-RideInspection
Remarks
OPERATION
Safe Operation Practices
Stopping the Engine
OPERATION
Starting the Engine
Braking
Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly
OPERATION
Parking the Vehicle
Trail Etiquette
New Operator Driving Procedures
OPERATION
OPERATION
12.Apply the brakes and shift into low gear
OPERATION
Driving with Passengers
OPERATION
Driving on Slippery Surfaces
OPERATION
Driving Uphill
OPERATION
Driving on a Sidehill Sidehilling
Driving Downhill
OPERATION
Driving Through Water
OPERATION
Driving Over Obstacles
3.Back slowly
OPERATION
Driving in Reverse
4.Apply the brakes lightly for stopping
1.Place the transmission in PARK
OPERATION
Parking on an Incline
2.Turn the engine off
OPERATION
Hauling Cargo
OPERATION
Belt Life
Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Noise Emission Control System
Crankcase Emission Control System
MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Chart
Severe Use Definition
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Chart Key
Item
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Interval
Remarks
Item
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Interval
Remarks
Item
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Interval
Remarks
Middle Prop Shaft Grease Fitting
MAINTENANCE
Fitting Access as viewed from top with
center floor panel removed
MAINTENANCE
View of Driver’s Side From Bottom of Vehicle
Front Control Arm Pivot Bushings 3 per side
Engine Oil
MAINTENANCE
Ambient Temperature Range
Oil Recommendations
MAINTENANCE
Oil Check
MAINTENANCE
Oil and Filter Change
MAINTENANCE
15.Reinstall the dipstick
Oil and Filter Change
MAINTENANCE
Transmission Main Gearcase
Fluid Check
MAINTENANCE
Fluid Change
MAINTENANCE
Demand Drive Unit Front Gearcase
Fluid Check
MAINTENANCE
Fluid Change
1.Remove the fill plug
Gearcases
MAINTENANCE
Gearcase Specification Chart
Spark Plugs
Spark Plug Condition
MAINTENANCE
Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
Normal Plug
Feature Supported
MAINTENANCE
Feature Supported
Fuses
MAINTENANCE
Main Fuse Box
Adding or Changing Coolant
MAINTENANCE
Cooling System
Radiator and Cooling Fan
MAINTENANCE
Radiator Coolant Level/Changing Coolant
MAINTENANCE
Overflow Bottle Coolant Level
MAINTENANCE
POLARIS Variable Transmission PVT System
MAINTENANCE
Belt Replacement/Debris Removal
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MAINTENANCE
Belt Replacement/Debris Removal
PVT Drying
Fuel Tank Vent Filter
MAINTENANCE
Filter Systems
Intake Pre-Filters
MAINTENANCE
Air Filter
MAINTENANCE
Spark Arrester
MAINTENANCE
1.Remove the arrester retaining bolt and nut
Throttle Freeplay
MAINTENANCE
Throttle System
Throttle Body/Idle RPM
MAINTENANCE
Brakes
Brake Inspection
MAINTENANCE
Brake Fluid
Front/Rear Spring Preload
MAINTENANCE
Factory Preload Settings
Fox Shock Preload
Adjusting Ring
MAINTENANCE
Fox Shock Preload Adjustment
Front/Rear Spring Preload
Adjusting Ring 1
MAINTENANCE
Walker Evans Shock Preload Adjustment
Front/Rear Spring Preload
Rear
MAINTENANCE
Front/Rear Shock Compression
Front
Tires
MAINTENANCE
Axle and Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
Tire Tread Depth
Wheel Removal
MAINTENANCE
Wheel Installation
1. Place the transmission
Lights
MAINTENANCE
Headlight Replacement
Brake Lights
MAINTENANCE
Headlight Beam Adjustment
MAINTENANCE
Vehicle Immersion
MAINTENANCE
Steering Wheel Inspection
MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Removal
MAINTENANCE
Battery Installation
Battery Storage
MAINTENANCE
Battery Charging
State of
MAINTENANCE
Battery Charging
Voltage
Washing the Vehicle
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Storage
Washing Tips
Polishing the Vehicle
MAINTENANCE
Washing the Vehicle
Polishing Tips
Storage Tips
MAINTENANCE
Clean the Exterior
Stabilize the Fuel
Storage Tips
MAINTENANCE
Battery Maintenance
Inspect and Lubricate
Transporting the Vehicle
MAINTENANCE
Cleaning and Storage
Removal from Storage
SPECIFICATIONS
RANGER RZR XP
SPECIFICATIONS
RANGER RZR XP
Clutching
SPECIFICATIONS
RANGER RZR XP 4
Clutching
SPECIFICATIONS
RANGER RZR XP 4
Lubrication System
Description
POLARIS PRODUCTS
Part Number
Engine Lubricant
Drive Belt Wear/Burn
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Possible Cause
Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Solution
Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
Solution
Solution
Solution
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Stops or Loses Power
Possible Cause
WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
REGISTRATION
WARRANTY
Wheels and tires
WARRANTY
LIMITATIONS OF WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES
SPARK ARRESTER
WARRANTY
HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE
Lubricants
In the Country where your vehicle was purchased
WARRANTY
How to Get Service
Exported Vehicles
Notice
WARRANTY
How to Get Service
If Purchased From A Private Party
WARRANTY
U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
WARRANTY
U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
The exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty shall be, at the exclusive option of POLARIS, repair or replacement of any defective materials, components or products. THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY ARE THE ONLY REMEDIES AVAILABLE TO ANY PERSON FOR BREACH OF THIS WAR- RANTY. POLARIS SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO ANY PERSON FOR INCI- DENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OF ANY DESCRIPTION,WHETHER ARISING OUT OF EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WAR- RANTY OR ANY OTHER CONTRACT, NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER TORT OR OTHERWISE. THIS EXCLUSION OF CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, AND SPECIAL DAMAGES IS INDEPENDENT FROM AND SHALL SURVIVE ANY FINDING THAT THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FAILED OF ITS ESSENTIAL PUR- POSE
DATE
MAINTENANCE LOG
SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS
MILES KM
DATE
MAINTENANCE LOG
SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS
MILES KM
DATE
MAINTENANCE LOG
SERVICE PERFORMED / COMMENTS
MILES KM
Battery
INDEX
Adjustments
Coolant
Fluid
INDEX
Filter
Fluid Change
Oil Change
INDEX
Lights
Oil Check
Spark Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switches
INDEX
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .