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2022 Sportsman 570 6X6 EU Owner’s Manual

P/N 9940192

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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 Sportsman 570 6x6 EU 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: Vehicle Identification Numbers
- 1.1.4: Near-field Communication (NFC)
  (if equipped)
- 1.1.5: Declaration of Conformity
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Safety Warning
- 2.2.2: Safety Training
- 2.2.3: Restrictions
- 2.2.4: Equipment Modifications
- 2.2.5: Safe Riding Gear
  - 2.2.5.1: Helmet
  - 2.2.5.2: Eye Protection
  - 2.2.5.3: Gloves
  - 2.2.5.4: Boots
  - 2.2.5.5: Clothing
- 2.2.6: Safety Warnings
  - 2.2.6.1: Operating Without Instruction
  - 2.2.6.2: Age Restrictions
  - 2.2.6.3: Using Alcohol or Drugs
  - 2.2.6.4: Failure to Inspect Before Operating
  - 2.2.6.5: Handling Gasoline
  - 2.2.6.6: Exposure to Exhaust
  - 2.2.6.7: Protective Apparel
  - 2.2.6.8: Carrying More Than One
    Passenger on a 2-Up ATV
  - 2.2.6.9: Operating on Public Roads
  - 2.2.6.10: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.6.11: Physical Control of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.6.12: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.6.13: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.6.14: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.6.15: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.6.16: Crossing Hillsides
  - 2.2.6.17: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.6.18: Operating on Steep Hills
  - 2.2.6.19: Operating on Slippery Terrain
  - 2.2.6.20: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.6.21: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.6.22: Operating Improperly in Reverse
  - 2.2.6.23: Operating Over Obstacles
  - 2.2.6.24: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.6.25: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.6.26: Operating Through Water
  - 2.2.6.27: Improper Cargo Loading
  - 2.2.6.28: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.6.29: Poor Visibility
  - 2.2.6.30: Physical Skills
  - 2.2.6.31: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.6.32: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.6.33: Trailer Hitch Warning (if equipped)
- 2.2.7: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.7.1: Sportsman 570 6x6 Safety Label Locations
    - 2.2.7.1.1: General Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.2: Discretionary Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.3: 4X4 (AWD) Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.4: Override Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.5: Clutch Cover Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.6: Hitch Capacity Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.7: Rack Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.8: Crush Alerts
    - 2.2.7.1.9: Tire Pressure Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.10: Box Alert
    - 2.2.7.1.11: Radiator Cap Warning
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Main Controls
  - 3.3.1.1: Ignition Switch
  - 3.3.1.2: Left-Hand Controls
    - 3.3.1.2.1: Engine Stop Switch
    - 3.3.1.2.2: Hazard Warning Switch
    - 3.3.1.2.3: Horn Switch
    - 3.3.1.2.4: Mode / Reverse Override Switch
    - 3.3.1.2.5: Turn Signal Switch
    - 3.3.1.2.6: Headlight and Momentary High Beam Switch
  - 3.3.1.3: Right-Hand Control
    - 3.3.1.3.1: Throttle Lever
    - 3.3.1.3.2: Driveline Mode Switch
- 3.3.2: Brake Lever
- 3.3.3: Parking Brake
- 3.3.4: Auxiliary Foot Brake
  - 3.3.4.1: Brake Fluid Level
- 3.3.5: Mirrors (if equipped)
- 3.3.6: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
- 3.3.7: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.8: Extreme Use Battery
- 3.3.9: Battery Charge Port
- 3.3.10: Mirrors (if equipped)
- 3.3.11: Seat
  - 3.3.11.1: Seat Removal
- 3.3.12: Hitches
  - 3.3.12.1: Hitch Removal / Installation
- 3.3.13: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
  - 3.3.13.1: Belt Life
- 3.3.14: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.14.1: Overview
  - 3.3.14.2: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.14.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.14.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.15: Options Menu
  - 3.3.15.1: Electronic Power Steering (EPS) (if equipped)
  - 3.3.15.2: Diagnostic Code
  - 3.3.15.3: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.15.4: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.15.5: Clock
  - 3.3.15.6: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.15.7: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.15.8: Service Hours
  - 3.3.15.9: Bluetooth® (if equipped)
  - 3.3.15.10: Pairing Your Phone to the Gauge
- 3.3.16: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.16.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.16.2: 2X4 Mode
  - 3.3.16.3: TURF Mode (if equipped)
  - 3.3.16.4: Four-Wheel Descent Control (if equipped)
    - 3.3.16.4.1: Engaging Four-Wheel Descent Control
    - 3.3.16.4.2: Disengaging Four-Wheel Descent Control
Chapter 4: Operation
- 4.4.1: Safe Operation Practices
- 4.4.2: Trail Etiquette
- 4.4.3: Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly^SM
- 4.4.4: Vehicle Break-in Period
  - 4.4.4.1: Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
  - 4.4.4.2: Brake System Break-in
  - 4.4.4.3: PVT Break-in (Clutches/Belt)
- 4.4.5: Pre-Ride Checklist
- 4.4.6: Driving Procedures
  - 4.4.6.1: New Operator Driving Procedures
  - 4.4.6.2: Turning the Vehicle
  - 4.4.6.3: Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  - 4.4.6.4: Driving Uphill
  - 4.4.6.5: Driving Downhill
  - 4.4.6.6: Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
  - 4.4.6.7: Turning Around on a Hill (K-Turn)
  - 4.4.6.8: Driving Through Water
  - 4.4.6.9: Driving Over Obstacles
  - 4.4.6.10: Driving in Reverse
- 4.4.7: Starting the Engine
  - 4.4.7.1: Cold Weather Operation
- 4.4.8: Stopping the Engine
- 4.4.9: When to Use Low Range and High Range
- 4.4.10: Hauling Cargo
  - 4.4.10.1: Towing Loads
  - 4.4.10.2: Dumping Cargo
- 4.4.11: Towing the Vehicle
- 4.4.12: Trailering the Vehicle
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: Spark Arrester
- 6.6.3: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 6.6.4: Electromagnetic Interference
- 6.6.5: Carbon dioxide (CO2) emission
- 6.6.6: European Vibration and Noise
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Periodic Maintenance
  - 7.7.1.1: Severe Use Definition
- 7.7.2: Elevating the Vehicle for Service
- 7.7.3: Maintenance Chart Key
- 7.7.4: Lubrication Guide
- 7.7.5: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.5.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.5.2: Oil Specifications
  - 7.7.5.3: Oil Level
  - 7.7.5.4: Oil and Filter Change
- 7.7.6: Transmission Oil
  - 7.7.6.1: Transmission Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.6.2: Transmission Oil Check
  - 7.7.6.3: Transmission Oil Change
- 7.7.7: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
  - 7.7.7.1: Fluid Recommendations
  - 7.7.7.2: Fluid Check
  - 7.7.7.3: Fluid Change
- 7.7.8: Rear Gearcase Oil
  - 7.7.8.1: Rear Gearcase Fluid Recommendations
  - 7.7.8.2: Oil Check
  - 7.7.8.3: Oil Change
- 7.7.9: Cooling System
  - 7.7.9.1: Recovery Bottle Coolant
  - 7.7.9.2: Radiator Coolant
- 7.7.10: Brakes
  - 7.7.10.1: Brake Fluid
    - 7.7.10.1.1: Hand Brake
    - 7.7.10.1.2: Foot Brake
  - 7.7.10.2: Brake Inspection
- 7.7.11: Toe Alignment
- 7.7.12: Handlebar Adjustment
- 7.7.13: Steering Assembly
- 7.7.14: Rear Spring
- 7.7.15: Power Steering Unit
- 7.7.16: Seat Removal
- 7.7.17: Side Panel Removal
- 7.7.18: Footwell Removal
- 7.7.19: Tires
  - 7.7.19.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.19.2: Front Wheel Hub Tightening
  - 7.7.19.3: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
  - 7.7.19.4: Wheel Removal / Installation
- 7.7.20: Air Filter
- 7.7.21: Breather Valve/Hose
- 7.7.22: Fuse Replacement
- 7.7.23: Lights
  - 7.7.23.1: High Beam Adjustment
  - 7.7.23.2: Low Beam Adjustment
  - 7.7.23.3: Lower Headlamp Replacement
  - 7.7.23.4: Headlight Housing Replacement
  - 7.7.23.5: Headlight / Position Light Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.23.6: Front Turn Signal Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.23.7: Taillight / Brakelight Lamp Replacement
- 7.7.24: Spark Plugs
  - 7.7.24.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 7.7.24.2: Spark Plug Inspection
  - 7.7.24.3: Normal Spark Plug
  - 7.7.24.4: Wet Fouled Spark Plug
  - 7.7.24.5: Spark Plug Removal
- 7.7.25: Vehicle Immersion
- 7.7.26: Spark Arrester
- 7.7.27: PVT System
  - 7.7.27.1: When to Use Low and High Range
  - 7.7.27.2: PVT Drying
- 7.7.28: Battery
  - 7.7.28.1: Battery Installation
  - 7.7.28.2: Battery Removal
  - 7.7.28.3: Battery Storage
  - 7.7.28.4: Battery Fluid (Conventional Battery)
  - 7.7.28.5: Battery Charging (Conventional Battery)
  - 7.7.28.6: Battery Charging (Sealed Battery)
- 7.7.29: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.29.1: Washing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.29.1.1: Washing Tips
  - 7.7.29.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.29.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.29.3: Chrome Wheel Care (if equipped)
  - 7.7.29.4: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.29.4.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.29.4.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.29.4.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.29.4.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.29.4.5: Fluid Levels
    - 7.7.29.4.6: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.29.4.7: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.29.4.8: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.29.4.9: Storage Area / Covers
  - 7.7.29.5: Accessories
Chapter 8: POLARIS Products
- 8.8.1: Lubricants / Miscellaneous
Specifications
- 9.1 Sportsman 570 6x6
- 9.2 Clutching Chart
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
- 9.9.1: Drive Belt Wear / Burn
- 9.9.2: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
- 9.9.3: Engine Backfires
- 9.9.4: Engine Pings or Knocks
- 9.9.5: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
- 9.9.6: Engine Stops or Loses Power
- 9.9.7: Engine Overheating
- 9.9.8: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
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
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log