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2022 GENERAL XP 1000 Owner's Manual

P/N 9940154

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Copyright 2021 Polaris Industries 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.

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i 2022 GENERAL XP 1000 Owner's Manual
ii Welcome
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Before You Ride
- 1.1.2: Safety Symbols and Signal Words
- 1.1.3: Near-field Communication (NFC)
  (if equipped)
- 1.1.4: Radio Compliance Statements
- 1.1.5: Vehicle Identification Numbers
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Safety Training
- 2.2.2: Safe Riding Gear
  - 2.2.2.1: Rider Comfort
  - 2.2.2.2: Helmet
  - 2.2.2.3: Eye Protection
  - 2.2.2.4: Gloves
  - 2.2.2.5: Boots
  - 2.2.2.6: Clothing
- 2.2.3: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.3.1: Proper Use Warning (7182649)
  - 2.2.3.2: Payload Warning / Shift Caution (7185784)
  - 2.2.3.3: Seat Belt/Drive Responsibly Warning (7185097)
  - 2.2.3.4: Fuel Transport Warning (7186122)
  - 2.2.3.5: Clutch Cover Warning (7177469)
  - 2.2.3.6: Air Box Caution
  - 2.2.3.7: Intake Duct Caution (7182087)
  - 2.2.3.8: Load / Passenger / Tire Pressure Warning (7300170)
- 2.2.4: Operator Safety
  - 2.2.4.1: Age Restrictions
  - 2.2.4.2: Operating Without Instruction
  - 2.2.4.3: Using Alcohol or Drugs
  - 2.2.4.4: Seat Belts
  - 2.2.4.5: Protective Apparel
  - 2.2.4.6: Cab Doors (if equipped)
  - 2.2.4.7: Failure to Inspect Before Operating
  - 2.2.4.8: Operating With a Load on the Vehicle
  - 2.2.4.9: Refueling
  - 2.2.4.10: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.4.11: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.4.12: Operating on Pavement
  - 2.2.4.13: Operating on Public Roads
  - 2.2.4.14: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.4.15: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.4.16: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.4.17: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.4.18: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.4.19: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.4.20: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.4.21: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.4.22: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.4.23: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.4.24: Exposure to Exhaust
  - 2.2.4.25: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.4.26: Equipment Modifications
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Component Locations
- 3.3.2: Gear Selector
- 3.3.3: Switches
  - 3.3.3.1: Ignition Switch
  - 3.3.3.2: AWD/Differential Lock Switch
  - 3.3.3.3: Light Switch
  - 3.3.3.4: Winch Switch (if equipped)
  - 3.3.3.5: Bumper-Mounted Light Bar Switch (if equipped)
- 3.3.4: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.5: Foot Pedals
  - 3.3.5.1: Brake Pedal
  - 3.3.5.2: Throttle Pedal
- 3.3.6: Seats
  - 3.3.6.1: Seat Belts
  - 3.3.6.2: Seat Belt Inspection
  - 3.3.6.3: Seat and Storage Compartments
  - 3.3.6.4: Seat Removal and Compartment Access
- 3.3.7: Electronic Power Steering
  (if equipped)
- 3.3.8: Adjustable Steering Wheel
- 3.3.9: Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
- 3.3.10: Trailer Hitch Bracket
- 3.3.11: Cab Doors
- 3.3.12: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.13: Hood
- 3.3.14: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.14.1: Speedometer
  - 3.3.14.2: Tachometer
  - 3.3.14.3: Mode Button
  - 3.3.14.4: TOGGLE BUTTONS
  - 3.3.14.5: Indicator Lamps
- 3.3.15: Rider Information Center
  - 3.3.15.1: Mode Information Displays
  - 3.3.15.2: Accessing Menus and Options
    - 3.3.15.2.1: Gauge Settings Menu
    - 3.3.15.2.2: Backlight Color
    - 3.3.15.2.3: Backlight Brightness
    - 3.3.15.2.4: Clock
    - 3.3.15.2.5: Display Units (Standard/Metric)
    - 3.3.15.2.6: Trip Meter
    - 3.3.15.2.7: Trip Time
    - 3.3.15.2.8: Programmable Service Interval
  - 3.3.15.3: Engine Error Codes
Chapter 4: Operation
- 4.4.1: Safety Warnings
- 4.4.2: Vehicle Break-in Period
  - 4.4.2.1: Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
  - 4.4.2.2: PVT Break-in (Clutches/Belt)
- 4.4.3: Starting the Engine
- 4.4.4: Stopping the Engine
- 4.4.5: Braking
- 4.4.6: Pre-Ride Inspection
- 4.4.7: All Wheel Drive/Rear Differential
  System (AWD)
- 4.4.8: Hauling Cargo
  - 4.4.8.1: Towing Loads
  - 4.4.8.2: Belt Life
  - 4.4.8.3: Dumping the Cargo Box
- 4.4.9: Towing the GENERAL
- 4.4.10: Driving Procedure
  - 4.4.10.1: Driving with a Passenger
  - 4.4.10.2: Driving Over Obstacles
  - 4.4.10.3: Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  - 4.4.10.4: Driving Uphill
  - 4.4.10.5: Driving on a Sidehill
  - 4.4.10.6: Driving Downhill
  - 4.4.10.7: Driving Through Water
  - 4.4.10.8: Driving in Reverse
  - 4.4.10.9: Parking the Vehicle
  - 4.4.10.10: Parking on an Incline
Chapter 5: Winch Guide
- 5.5.1: Winch Safety
- 5.5.2: Winch Safety Precautions
- 5.5.3: Winch Operation
- 5.5.4: Winch Cable Care
- 5.5.5: Shock Loading
- 5.5.6: Winch Maintenance and Service Safety
Chapter 6: Emission Control Systems
- 6.6.1: Noise Emission Control System
- 6.6.2: Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A.
- 6.6.3: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 6.6.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 6.6.5: Electromagnetic Interference
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Periodic Maintenance Chart
- 7.7.2: Maintenance Chart Key
- 7.7.3: Lubrication Recommendations
- 7.7.4: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.4.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.4.2: Oil Check
  - 7.7.4.3: Oil and Filter Change
- 7.7.5: Gearcases
  - 7.7.5.1: Transmission (Main Gearcase)
  - 7.7.5.2: Front Gearcase
  - 7.7.5.3: Gearcase Specification Chart
- 7.7.6: Spark Plugs
  - 7.7.6.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
    - 7.7.6.1.1: Spark Plug Gap / Torque
  - 7.7.6.2: Spark Plug Inspection
    - 7.7.6.2.1: Normal Plug
    - 7.7.6.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
- 7.7.7: Cooling System
  - 7.7.7.1: Adding or Changing Coolant
  - 7.7.7.2: Radiator and Cooling Fan
  - 7.7.7.3: Overflow Bottle Coolant Level
  - 7.7.7.4: Radiator Coolant Level
- 7.7.8: POLARIS Variable Transmission (PVT) System
  - 7.7.8.1: Belt Replacement / Debris Removal
  - 7.7.8.2: PVT Drying
- 7.7.9: Vehicle Immersion
- 7.7.10: Steering Wheel Inspection
- 7.7.11: Power Steering Unit (if equipped)
- 7.7.12: Filter Systems
  - 7.7.12.1: Air Filter
  - 7.7.12.2: PVT Intake Screen
- 7.7.13: Spark Arrester
- 7.7.14: Brakes
  - 7.7.14.1: Brake Fluid
  - 7.7.14.2: Brake Inspection
- 7.7.15: Suspension Settings
  - 7.7.15.1: Front/Rear Spring Preload
  - 7.7.15.2: Front/Rear Shock Compression
- 7.7.16: Tires
  - 7.7.16.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.16.2: Axle and Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
  - 7.7.16.3: Wheel Removal
  - 7.7.16.4: Wheel Installation
- 7.7.17: Fuses
- 7.7.18: Lights
  - 7.7.18.1: Headlight Replacement
  - 7.7.18.2: Headlight Beam Adjustment
- 7.7.19: Battery
  - 7.7.19.1: Battery Removal
  - 7.7.19.2: Battery Installation
  - 7.7.19.3: Battery Maintenance and Charging
- 7.7.20: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.20.1: Washing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.20.1.1: Washing Tips
  - 7.7.20.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.20.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.20.3: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.20.3.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.20.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.20.3.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.20.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.20.3.5: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.20.3.6: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.20.3.7: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.20.3.8: Storage Area / Covers
    - 7.7.20.3.9: Fluid Levels
  - 7.7.20.4: Removal from Storage
  - 7.7.20.5: Transporting the GENERAL
Specifications
- 8.1 General XP 1000
- 8.2 Clutching (GENERAL)
Chapter 8: POLARIS Products
- 8.8.1: Lubricants / Service Products
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
- 9.9.1: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
- 9.9.2: Engine Doesn't Turn Over
- 9.9.3: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
- 9.9.4: Engine Backfires
- 9.9.5: Engine Pings or Knocks
- 9.9.6: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
- 9.9.7: Engine Stops or Loses Power
Chapter 10: Warranty
- 10.10.1: Limited Warranty
- 10.10.2: Registration
- 10.10.3: Warranty Coverage And Exclusions
  - 10.10.3.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  - 10.10.3.2: Lubricants and Fluids
- 10.10.4: How To Obtain Warranty Service
  - 10.10.4.1: In the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 10.10.4.2: Outside the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 10.10.4.3: If you move:
  - 10.10.4.4: If you purchase from a private party:
- 10.10.5: Exported Products
- 10.10.6: Notice
- 10.10.7: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 10.10.8: California Residents
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log