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2023 Sportsman 450 / 570 Owner’s Manual

i 2023 Sportsman 570 Owner’s Manual
ii Welcome
iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
Chapter 1: Introduction
- 1.1.1: Important Warning About This Manual
- 1.1.2: Vehicle Identification Numbers
  - 1.1.2.1: Replacement Keys
- 1.1.3: 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 Pavement
  - 2.2.3.9: Operating on Public Roads
  - 2.2.3.10: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.3.11: Physical Control of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.12: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.3.13: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.3.14: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.3.15: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.3.16: Crossing Hillsides
  - 2.2.3.17: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.3.18: Operating on Steep Hills
  - 2.2.3.19: Operating on Slippery Terrain
  - 2.2.3.20: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.3.21: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.3.22: Operating Improperly in Reverse
  - 2.2.3.23: Operating Over Obstacles
  - 2.2.3.24: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.3.25: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.26: Operating Through Water
  - 2.2.3.27: Improper Cargo Loading
  - 2.2.3.28: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.3.29: Poor Visibility
  - 2.2.3.30: Physical Skills
  - 2.2.3.31: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.3.32: Trailer Hitch Warning (if equipped)
  - 2.2.3.33: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.34: Equipment Modifications
  - 2.2.3.35: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
- 2.2.4: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.4.1: Overview
    - 2.2.4.1.1: General Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.2: Age 16 Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.3: Reverse Override / AWD Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.4: Clutch Cover Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.5: Tire Pressure / Overload Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.6: No Passenger Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.7: Discretionary Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.8: Front Rack / Container Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.9: Rack Warning
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Overview
- 3.3.2: Ignition Switch
- 3.3.3: Left-hand Control
  - 3.3.3.1: Engine Stop Switch
  - 3.3.3.2: Mode/Reverse Override Switch
  - 3.3.3.3: Headlight Switch
- 3.3.4: Right-hand Control
  - 3.3.4.1: Throttle Lever
  - 3.3.4.2: Driveline Switch (if equipped)
  - 3.3.4.3: Driveline Switch (California, HD Utility LE, and Ultimate Trail Models)
- 3.3.5: Drive Mode Switch (if equipped)
- 3.3.6: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.6.1: AWD (4x4) Mode
  - 3.3.6.2: 2X4 Mode
  - 3.3.6.3: ADC 4X4 Mode (if equipped)
  - 3.3.6.4: Engaging AWD
- 3.3.7: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.7.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.7.2: 2x4 Mode
  - 3.3.7.3: ADC AWD Mode (if equipped)
- 3.3.8: Active Descent Control (ADC) System
  - 3.3.8.1: Engaging Active Descent Control
  - 3.3.8.2: Disengaging Active Descent Control
- 3.3.9: Brake System
  - 3.3.9.1: Brake Lever
  - 3.3.9.2: Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid
  - 3.3.9.3: Parking Brake
  - 3.3.9.4: Auxiliary Foot Brake
    - 3.3.9.4.1: Foot Brake Fluid Level
- 3.3.10: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
- 3.3.11: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.11.1: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.11.2: No Button Gauge
  - 3.3.11.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.11.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.12: Options Menu
  - 3.3.12.1: Diagnostic Code
  - 3.3.12.2: Advanced Menu (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.12.2.1: Maximum Speed (if equipped)
    - 3.3.12.2.2: Geofencing (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.12.2.3: Inside Geofence Speed
    - 3.3.12.2.4: Outside Geofence Speed
    - 3.3.12.2.5: Change PIN
  - 3.3.12.3: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.12.4: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.12.5: Clock (if Equipped)
  - 3.3.12.6: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.12.7: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.12.8: Service Hours
  - 3.3.12.9: Electronic Power Steering (EPS) (if equipped)
- 3.3.13: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.14: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.15: Battery Charge Port
Chapter 4: Ride Command
- 4.4.1: Ride Command Overview
- 4.4.2: Before You Ride
- 4.4.3: Device Operating Requirements
- 4.4.4: Ride Command Buttons
- 4.4.5: Gauge Screen
  - 4.4.5.1: Configure Gauge Screen
  - 4.4.5.2: Gauge View Mode
- 4.4.6: Icon Bar
- 4.4.7: Badge Panel
  - 4.4.7.1: Accessing the Badge Panel
  - 4.4.7.2: App Tray
  - 4.4.7.3: Controls Tab
    - 4.4.7.3.1: Display Mode
    - 4.4.7.3.2: Display Brightness
  - 4.4.7.4: Notifications Tab
  - 4.4.7.5: Engine Overheat Indicator
  - 4.4.7.6: Parking Brake Indicator
- 4.4.8: Software & Map Updates
  - 4.4.8.1: Over-the-Air (if equipped)
  - 4.4.8.2: USB Drive
  - 4.4.8.3: USB Hardware
Chapter 5: Operation
- 5.5.1: Safe Operation Practices
- 5.5.2: Trail Etiquette
- 5.5.3: Know Your Riding Area/Tread Lightly^SM
- 5.5.4: Vehicle Break-in Period
  - 5.5.4.1: Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
  - 5.5.4.2: Brake System Break-in
  - 5.5.4.3: PVT Break-in (Clutches/Belt)
- 5.5.5: Pre-Ride Checklist
- 5.5.6: Driving Procedures
  - 5.5.6.1: New Operator Driving Procedures
  - 5.5.6.2: Turning the Vehicle
  - 5.5.6.3: Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  - 5.5.6.4: Driving Uphill
  - 5.5.6.5: Driving Downhill
  - 5.5.6.6: Driving on a Sidehill (Sidehilling)
  - 5.5.6.7: Turning Around on a Hill (K-Turn)
  - 5.5.6.8: Driving Through Water
  - 5.5.6.9: Driving Over Obstacles
  - 5.5.6.10: Driving in Reverse
- 5.5.7: Starting the Engine
  - 5.5.7.1: Cold Weather Operation
- 5.5.8: Parking the Vehicle
  - 5.5.8.1: Parking on an Incline
- 5.5.9: Hauling Cargo
  - 5.5.9.1: Cargo Warning
  - 5.5.9.2: Hauling Cargo Guidelines
  - 5.5.9.3: Towing Loads
  - 5.5.9.4: Towing Your Vehicle
  - 5.5.9.5: Trailering Your Vehicle
Chapter 6: Winch Guide
- 6.6.1: Winch Safety
- 6.6.2: Winch Safety Precautions
- 6.6.3: Winch Operation
- 6.6.4: Winch Cable Care
- 6.6.5: Shock Loading
- 6.6.6: Winch Maintenance and Service Safety
Chapter 7: Emission Control Systems
- 7.7.1: Noise Emission Control System
- 7.7.2: Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A.
- 7.7.3: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 7.7.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 7.7.5: Electromagnetic Interference
Chapter 8: Maintenance
- 8.8.1: Periodic Maintenance
- 8.8.2: Severe Use Definition
- 8.8.3: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
- 8.8.4: Lubrication Guide
- 8.8.5: Engine Oil
  - 8.8.5.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 8.8.5.2: Oil Level Check
  - 8.8.5.3: Oil and Oil Filter Change
- 8.8.6: Transmission Oil
- 8.8.7: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
- 8.8.8: Power Steering Unit
- 8.8.9: Steering Assembly
- 8.8.10: Cooling System
  - 8.8.10.1: Recovery Bottle Coolant
  - 8.8.10.2: Radiator Coolant
- 8.8.11: Brakes
  - 8.8.11.1: Hand Brake
  - 8.8.11.2: Auxiliary Foot Brake
- 8.8.12: Side Panel Removal
- 8.8.13: Footwell Removal
- 8.8.14: Tires
  - 8.8.14.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 8.8.14.2: Front Wheel Hub Tightening
  - 8.8.14.3: Wheel Removal
  - 8.8.14.4: Wheel Installation
  - 8.8.14.5: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
- 8.8.15: Toe Alignment
- 8.8.16: Air Filter
- 8.8.17: Fuse Replacement
- 8.8.18: Lights
  - 8.8.18.1: Headlight Lamp Replacement
  - 8.8.18.2: LED Headlight Replacement (if equipped)
  - 8.8.18.3: High Beam Adjustment
  - 8.8.18.4: Bumper Light Adjustment
  - 8.8.18.5: Headlight Housing Replacement
  - 8.8.18.6: Lower Headlamp Replacement
  - 8.8.18.7: Taillights/Brake Lights Replacement
- 8.8.19: Spark Plugs
  - 8.8.19.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 8.8.19.2: Spark Plug Inspection
    - 8.8.19.2.1: Normal Plug
    - 8.8.19.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
- 8.8.20: Vehicle Immersion
- 8.8.21: Spark Arrestor Service
- 8.8.22: Spark Arrestor Service (EVAP Models)
- 8.8.23: PVT System
  - 8.8.23.1: PVT Break-In (Clutches / Belt)
  - 8.8.23.2: Drive Belt Inspection
  - 8.8.23.3: Drive Belt Installation
  - 8.8.23.4: Drive Belt Removal
- 8.8.24: Battery
  - 8.8.24.1: Battery Removal
  - 8.8.24.2: Battery Installation
  - 8.8.24.3: Battery Storage
  - 8.8.24.4: Battery Charging
  - 8.8.24.5: Battery Identification
- 8.8.25: LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY BEST PRACTICES
  - 8.8.25.1: Lead Acid Low Maintenance Battery
  - 8.8.25.2: Low Maintenance Batteries
- 8.8.26: Camber and Caster
- 8.8.27: Rear Spring
- 8.8.28: Handlebars
- 8.8.29: Cleaning and Storage
  - 8.8.29.1: Washing the Vehicle
  - 8.8.29.2: Washing the Vehicle
  - 8.8.29.3: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 8.8.29.3.1: Polishing Tips
  - 8.8.29.4: Storage Tips
    - 8.8.29.4.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 8.8.29.4.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 8.8.29.4.3: Oil and Filter
    - 8.8.29.4.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 8.8.29.4.5: Fluid Levels
    - 8.8.29.4.6: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 8.8.29.4.7: Fog the Engine
    - 8.8.29.4.8: Battery Maintenance
    - 8.8.29.4.9: Storage Area / Covers
Specifications
- 9.1 SPORTSMAN 450 H.O. / 450 H.O. EPS
- 9.2 SPORTSMAN 450 H.O. Utility
- 9.3 SPORTSMAN 570 / 570 EPS / Premium
- 9.4 SPORTSMAN 570 Utility
- 9.5 SPORTSMAN 570 HD Ultimate Utility LE
- 9.6 SPORTSMAN 570 Trail
- 9.7 Clutching Chart
Chapter 9: POLARIS Products
- 9.9.1: Lubricants / Service Products
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting
- 10.10.1: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
- 10.10.2: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
- 10.10.3: Engine Doesn't Turn Over
- 10.10.4: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
- 10.10.5: Engine Backfires
- 10.10.6: Engine Pings or Knocks
- 10.10.7: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
- 10.10.8: Engine Stops or Loses Power
Chapter 11: Warranty
- 11.11.1: Limited Warranty
- 11.11.2: Registration
- 11.11.3: Warranty Coverage And Exclusions
  - 11.11.3.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  - 11.11.3.2: Lubricants and Fluids
- 11.11.4: How To Obtain Warranty Service
  - 11.11.4.1: In the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 11.11.4.2: Outside the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 11.11.4.3: If you move:
  - 11.11.4.4: If you purchase from a private party:
- 11.11.5: Exported Products
- 11.11.6: Notice
- 11.11.7: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 11.11.8: California Residents
Chapter 12: Maintenance Log
- 12.12.1: Maintenance Log

Cleaning and Storage

In this section:

Washing the Vehicle
Washing the Vehicle
Polishing the Vehicle
Storage Tips

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