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IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle. Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

Click the link above for the Table Of Contents, or download a full PDF of the Owner Manual in the Owner Support area of Polaris.com.

Starting the Engine

NOTICE

NEVER use an engine starting aid such as ether. Engine damage will result.

Before operating this vehicle in cold weather, review the cold weather operation information on the preceding pages. Always wait for the glow plug indicator light to turn off before cranking the engine.

  1. Always start the engine outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

  2. Sit in the driver's seat and fasten the seat belt.

  3. Place the transmission in PARK.

  4. Apply the brakes. Do not press the throttle pedal while starting the engine.

  5. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for the glow plug indicator light to turn off.

  6. Turn the ignition key past the ON position to START. Engage the starter for a maximum of five seconds. Release the key when the engine starts.

  7. If the engine does not start within five seconds, release the ignition switch and wait five seconds. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the engine starts.

NOTICE
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating the vehicle.