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2024 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV/ ADV 5

P/N 9940600

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Copyright 2023 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.

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i 2024 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV Owner’s Manual
ii Welcome
iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Tools for Safe Riding
- 1.1.2: Vehicle Testing
- 1.1.3: Vehicle Identification Numbers
Chapter 2: Safety
- 2.2.1: Owner Requirements
- 2.2.2: Driver and Passenger Qualifications
- 2.2.3: Prepare Vehicle for the Ride
- 2.2.4: Prepare Yourself, Passengers, and Cargo for the Ride
- 2.2.5: Driving Guidelines
- 2.2.6: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.6.1: Overview
  - 2.2.6.2: Fuel Transport Warning
  - 2.2.6.3: Proper Use Warning
  - 2.2.6.4: Maximum Payload/ Tire Pressure Warning
  - 2.2.6.5: Belt Warning
  - 2.2.6.6: Air Filter Caution
  - 2.2.6.7: Tip Out Windshield Warning (NorthStar Models Only)
- 2.2.7: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.7.1: Overview, ADV 5 Models
  - 2.2.7.2: Fuel Transport Warning
  - 2.2.7.3: Proper Use Warning
  - 2.2.7.4: Maximum Payload/ Tire Pressure Warning
  - 2.2.7.5: Belt Warning
  - 2.2.7.6: Air Filter Caution
  - 2.2.7.7: Tip Out Windshield Warning (NorthStar Models Only)
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Near-field Communication (NFC)
  (if equipped)
- 3.3.2: Component Locations, ADV Models
- 3.3.3: Component Locations, ADV 5 Models
- 3.3.4: Adjustable Steering Wheel
- 3.3.5: Gear Selector
- 3.3.6: Switches
  - 3.3.6.1: Ignition Switch
  - 3.3.6.2: AWD/Differential Lock Switch
  - 3.3.6.3: Polaris 3-Mode Throttle Control Switch
  - 3.3.6.4: Light Switch
  - 3.3.6.5: Winch Switch (if equipped)
- 3.3.7: Switches - Northstar
  - 3.3.7.1: HVAC Control Panel (if equipped)
  - 3.3.7.2: Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
    (if equipped)
  - 3.3.7.3: Window Switches (if equipped)
- 3.3.8: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.9: USB Outlet
- 3.3.10: Battery Trickle-Charging Outlet
- 3.3.11: Foot Pedals
  - 3.3.11.1: Brake Pedal
  - 3.3.11.2: Throttle Pedal
- 3.3.12: Seats
  - 3.3.12.1: Seat Belts
  - 3.3.12.2: Seat Belt Inspection
  - 3.3.12.3: Storage Compartments
  - 3.3.12.4: Front Seat Removal / Installation
  - 3.3.12.5: Rear Folding Seat
- 3.3.13: Electronic Power Steering
- 3.3.14: Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
- 3.3.15: Trailer Hitch Bracket
- 3.3.16: Cab Doors
- 3.3.17: Side Steps
- 3.3.18: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.19: Hood
- 3.3.20: Water Fording Level
- 3.3.21: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.21.1: Speedometer
  - 3.3.21.2: Tachometer
  - 3.3.21.3: Mode Button
  - 3.3.21.4: TOGGLE BUTTONS
  - 3.3.21.5: Indicator Lamps
- 3.3.22: Rider Information Center
  - 3.3.22.1: Mode Information Displays
  - 3.3.22.2: Accessing Menus and Options
    - 3.3.22.2.1: Gauge Settings Menu
    - 3.3.22.2.2: Backlight Brightness
    - 3.3.22.2.3: Clock
    - 3.3.22.2.4: Display Units (Standard/Metric)
    - 3.3.22.2.5: Trip Meter
    - 3.3.22.2.6: Trip Time
    - 3.3.22.2.7: Programmable Service Interval
  - 3.3.22.3: Engine Error Codes
Chapter 4: Ride Command Display (if equipped)
- 4.4.1: Before You Ride
- 4.4.2: Vehicle-to-Vehicle Communication (V2V)
- 4.4.3: Device Operating Requirements
- 4.4.4: Radio Compliance Statements
- 4.4.5: Overview
- 4.4.6: Ride Command Buttons
- 4.4.7: Pin Activated Security System (P.A.S.S.) (if equipped) — Ride Command
- 4.4.8: Driveline Mode
- 4.4.9: Gauge Screens
- 4.4.10: Settings
- 4.4.11: Gauge View Mode
- 4.4.12: Display Mode
- 4.4.13: Icon Bar
- 4.4.14: Update Software
- 4.4.15: Update Maps
- 4.4.16: USB Hardware
- 4.4.17: RIDE COMMAND+ (if equipped)
Chapter 5: Operation
- 5.5.1: Vehicle Break-in
  - 5.5.1.1: Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
  - 5.5.1.2: Brake System Break-in
  - 5.5.1.3: PVT Break-in (Clutches / Belt)
- 5.5.2: Operating Guidelines
  - 5.5.2.1: Fuel Recommendation
  - 5.5.2.2: Starting the Engine
  - 5.5.2.3: Braking
  - 5.5.2.4: Driving in Reverse
  - 5.5.2.5: Stopping the Engine and Parking the Vehicle
  - 5.5.2.6: All Wheel Drive/Rear Differential
    System (AWD)
  - 5.5.2.7: Hauling Cargo
    - 5.5.2.7.1: Towing Loads
  - 5.5.2.8: Towing the POLARIS XPEDITION
  - 5.5.2.9: Transporting the POLARIS XPEDITION
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: Overview
- 7.7.2: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
- 7.7.3: Lubrication Recommendations
- 7.7.4: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.4.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.4.2: Engine Oil Level
  - 7.7.4.3: Oil and Filter Change (Non-Northstar Models)
  - 7.7.4.4: Engine Oil and Filter Change (NorthStar Models Only)
- 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: Radiator Coolant Level / Changing Coolant
- 7.7.8: Air Conditioning
- 7.7.9: POLARIS Variable Transmission (PVT) System
  - 7.7.9.1: Belt Replacement / Debris Removal
  - 7.7.9.2: PVT Drying
- 7.7.10: Vehicle Immersion
- 7.7.11: Steering Wheel Inspection
- 7.7.12: Power Steering Unit
- 7.7.13: Filter Systems
  - 7.7.13.1: Air Filter
- 7.7.14: Spark Arrester
- 7.7.15: Brakes
  - 7.7.15.1: Brake Fluid
  - 7.7.15.2: Brake Inspection
- 7.7.16: Suspension Settings
  - 7.7.16.1: Shock Spring Adjustment (Premium Models)
  - 7.7.16.2: Front/Rear Spring Preload
  - 7.7.16.3: Front/Rear Shock Compression
- 7.7.17: Tires
  - 7.7.17.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.17.2: Lug Nut Torque Specifications
  - 7.7.17.3: Wheel Removal
  - 7.7.17.4: Wheel Installation
- 7.7.18: Fuses (Premium and Ultimate Models Only)
- 7.7.19: Fuses (NorthStar Models Only)
- 7.7.20: Lights
  - 7.7.20.1: Headlight Replacement
  - 7.7.20.2: Headlight Beam Adjustment
- 7.7.21: Battery
  - 7.7.21.1: Battery Removal
  - 7.7.21.2: Battery Installation
  - 7.7.21.3: Battery Maintenance and Charging
- 7.7.22: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.22.1: Washing the Vehicle
  - 7.7.22.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.22.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.22.3: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.22.3.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.22.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.22.3.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.22.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.22.3.5: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.22.3.6: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.22.3.7: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.22.3.8: Storage Area / Covers
    - 7.7.22.3.9: Fluid Levels
  - 7.7.22.4: Removal from Storage
  - 7.7.22.5: Towing the POLARIS XPEDITION
  - 7.7.22.6: Transporting the POLARIS XPEDITION
Specifications
- 8.1 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV Premium
- 8.2 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV Ultimate
- 8.3 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV Northstar
- 8.4 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV 5 Premium
- 8.5 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV 5 Ultimate
- 8.6 POLARIS XPEDITION ADV 5 NorthStar
- 8.7 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 Does Not 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: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 10.10.7: California Residents
- 10.10.8: California Emissions
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log