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2022 Polaris Sportsman / Scrambler XP 1000 Owner’s Manual

P/N 9940178

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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.

The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as translations of the original instructions.

Printed in Czech Republic

i 2022 Sportsman XP 1000 / Scrambler 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: Vehicle Identification Numbers
- 1.1.4: Replacement Keys
- 1.1.5: Radio Compliance Statements
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Safety Training
- 2.2.2: Safe Riding Gear
  - 2.2.2.1: Helmet
  - 2.2.2.2: Eye Protection
  - 2.2.2.3: Gloves
  - 2.2.2.4: Boots
  - 2.2.2.5: Clothing
- 2.2.3: Safety Warnings
  - 2.2.3.1: Operating Without Instruction
  - 2.2.3.2: Age Restrictions
  - 2.2.3.3: Using Alcohol or Drugs
  - 2.2.3.4: Failure to Inspect Before Operating
  - 2.2.3.5: Handling Gasoline
  - 2.2.3.6: Exposure to Exhaust
  - 2.2.3.7: Protective Apparel
  - 2.2.3.8: Operating on Public Roads
  - 2.2.3.9: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.3.10: Physical Control of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.11: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.3.12: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.3.13: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.3.14: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.3.15: Crossing Hillsides
  - 2.2.3.16: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.3.17: Operating on Steep Hills
  - 2.2.3.18: Operating on Slippery Terrain
  - 2.2.3.19: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.3.20: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.3.21: Operating Improperly in Reverse
  - 2.2.3.22: Operating Over Obstacles
  - 2.2.3.23: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.3.24: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.25: Operating Through Water
  - 2.2.3.26: Improper Cargo Loading
  - 2.2.3.27: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.3.28: Poor Visibility
  - 2.2.3.29: Physical Skills
  - 2.2.3.30: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.3.31: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.32: Equipment Modifications
  - 2.2.3.33: Trailer Hitch Warning (if equipped)
- 2.2.4: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.4.1: General Alert
  - 2.2.4.2: Override Alert
  - 2.2.4.3: 4X4 (AWD) Alert
  - 2.2.4.4: Discretionary Alert
  - 2.2.4.5: Rack Alert
  - 2.2.4.6: Clutch Cover Alert
  - 2.2.4.7: Tire Pressure Alert (Sportsman Models)
  - 2.2.4.8: Tire Pressure Alert (Scrambler Models)
  - 2.2.4.9: Hitch Capacity Alert
  - 2.2.4.10: Radiator Cap Warning
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Sportsman Switches
- 3.3.2: Scrambler Switches
  - 3.3.2.1: Ignition Switch
  - 3.3.2.2: Left-Hand Control
    - 3.3.2.2.1: Engine Stop Switch
    - 3.3.2.2.2: Hazard Warning Switch
    - 3.3.2.2.3: Horn Switch
    - 3.3.2.2.4: Mode / Reverse Override Switch
    - 3.3.2.2.5: Turn Signal Switch
    - 3.3.2.2.6: Headlight and Momentary High Beam Switch
  - 3.3.2.3: Right-Hand Control
    - 3.3.2.3.1: Throttle Lever
    - 3.3.2.3.2: Driveline Mode Switch
  - 3.3.2.4: Work Light Switch (if equipped)
- 3.3.3: Brakes
  - 3.3.3.1: Auxiliary Foot Brake
  - 3.3.3.2: Hand Brake Lever
  - 3.3.3.3: Brake Holding Latch
- 3.3.4: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
  - 3.3.4.1: Belt Life
- 3.3.5: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.6: Extreme Use Battery
- 3.3.7: Mirrors
- 3.3.8: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
- 3.3.9: Front Compartment
  - 3.3.9.1: Sportsman Models
  - 3.3.9.2: Scrambler Models
- 3.3.10: Hitches
- 3.3.11: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.11.1: Overview
  - 3.3.11.2: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.11.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.11.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.12: Options Menu
  - 3.3.12.1: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
  - 3.3.12.2: Diagnostic Code
  - 3.3.12.3: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.12.4: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.12.5: Clock
  - 3.3.12.6: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.12.7: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.12.8: Service Hours
  - 3.3.12.9: Bluetooth® (if equipped)
  - 3.3.12.10: Pairing Your Phone to the Gauge
- 3.3.13: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.13.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.13.2: 2X4 Mode
  - 3.3.13.3: TURF Mode (if equipped)
  - 3.3.13.4: Four-Wheel Descent Control (if equipped)
    - 3.3.13.4.1: Engaging Four-Wheel Descent Control
    - 3.3.13.4.2: 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: Parking the Vehicle
- 4.4.9: Hauling Cargo
  - 4.4.9.1: Towing Loads
  - 4.4.9.2: Trailering Your 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: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 6.6.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 6.6.5: Electromagnetic Interference
- 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: Maintenance Chart Key
- 7.7.3: Lubrication Guide
- 7.7.4: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.4.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.4.2: Oil Level
  - 7.7.4.3: Engine Oil and Filter Change
- 7.7.5: Transmission Oil
- 7.7.6: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
  - 7.7.6.1: Fluid Check
  - 7.7.6.2: Fluid Change
- 7.7.7: Rear Gearcase Oil
  - 7.7.7.1: Oil Check
  - 7.7.7.2: Oil Change
- 7.7.8: Power Steering Unit (if equipped)
- 7.7.9: Cooling System
  - 7.7.9.1: Recovery Coolant Bottle
  - 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: Steering Assembly
- 7.7.13: Seat Removal
- 7.7.14: Side Panel / Footwell Removal
- 7.7.15: Tires
  - 7.7.15.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.15.2: Front Wheel Hub Tightening
  - 7.7.15.3: Wheel Removal
  - 7.7.15.4: Wheel Installation
  - 7.7.15.5: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
- 7.7.16: Air Filter Installation
- 7.7.17: Fuse Replacement
- 7.7.18: Lights
  - 7.7.18.1: Headlight Adjustment
  - 7.7.18.2: Headlight / Position Light Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.18.3: Headlight Bulb Replacement
  - 7.7.18.4: LED Headlight Replacement
- 7.7.19: Shock Springs
- 7.7.20: Handlebars
- 7.7.21: Spark Plugs
  - 7.7.21.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 7.7.21.2: Spark Plug Inspection
  - 7.7.21.3: Normal Spark Plug
  - 7.7.21.4: Wet Fouled Spark Plug
- 7.7.22: Vehicle Immersion
- 7.7.23: Spark Arrester
- 7.7.24: PVT System
  - 7.7.24.1: When to Use Low and High Range
  - 7.7.24.2: PVT Drying
- 7.7.25: Battery
  - 7.7.25.1: Battery Removal
  - 7.7.25.2: Battery Installation
  - 7.7.25.3: Battery Storage
  - 7.7.25.4: Battery Charging
- 7.7.26: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.26.1: Washing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.26.1.1: Washing Tips
  - 7.7.26.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.26.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.26.3: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.26.3.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.26.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.26.3.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.26.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.26.3.5: Fluid Levels
    - 7.7.26.3.6: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.26.3.7: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.26.3.8: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.26.3.9: Storage Area / Covers
  - 7.7.26.4: Accessories
- 7.7.27: Trailering Your Vehicle
- 7.7.28: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
Specifications
- 8.1 Sportsman XP 1000
- 8.2 Scrambler XP 1000
Chapter 8: POLARIS Products
- 8.8.1: Lubricants / Miscellaneous
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
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