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2023 RANGER 1000 / RANGER CREW 1000 Owner’s Manual

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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.

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i 2023 RANGER 1000 / RANGER CREW 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: Near-field Communication (NFC)
  (if equipped)
- 1.1.4: 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: RANGER 1000
  - 2.2.6.1: Safety Labels and Locations
    - 2.2.6.1.1: Belt Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.2: Fuel Transport Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.3: Proper Use Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.4: Seat Belt/ Driver Responsibly Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.5: Maximum Payload Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.6: Passenger/ Tire Pressure Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.7: Passenger/ Tire Pressure Warning
    - 2.2.6.1.8: Air Filter Caution
- 2.2.7: RANGER CREW 1000
  - 2.2.7.1: Safety Labels and Locations
    - 2.2.7.1.1: Belt Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.2: Fuel Transport Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.3: Seat Belt/ Driver Responsibly Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.4: Proper Use Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.5: Maximum Payload Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.6: Passenger/ Tire Pressure Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.7: Passenger/ Tire Pressure Warning
    - 2.2.7.1.8: Air Filter Caution
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: RANGER 1000
  - 3.3.1.1: Component Locations
- 3.3.2: RANGER CREW 1000
  - 3.3.2.1: Component Locations
- 3.3.3: Console
- 3.3.4: Steering Wheel
- 3.3.5: Gear Selector
  - 3.3.5.1: Using Low Gear
- 3.3.6: Switches
  - 3.3.6.1: Ignition Switch
  - 3.3.6.2: Light Switch
  - 3.3.6.3: Driveline Mode Switch
  - 3.3.6.4: Winch Switch
- 3.3.7: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.8: Battery Trickle-Charging Outlet
- 3.3.9: Foot Pedals
  - 3.3.9.1: Brake Pedal
  - 3.3.9.2: Throttle Pedal
- 3.3.10: Seating - Standard/ Standard - EPS Models
  - 3.3.10.1: Seat Removal
  - 3.3.10.2: Seat Belt Inspection
  - 3.3.10.3: Seat Belts
  - 3.3.10.4: Seat and Storage Compartments
- 3.3.11: Seating - Premium Models
  - 3.3.11.1: Seat Removal
  - 3.3.11.2: Seat Belt Inspection
  - 3.3.11.3: Seat Belts
  - 3.3.11.4: Seat and Storage Compartments
- 3.3.12: Electronic Power Steering
  (if equipped)
- 3.3.13: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.14: Cab Nets (if equipped)
- 3.3.15: Rollover Protective Structure (ROPS)
- 3.3.16: Hood Latches
- 3.3.17: Trailer Hitch Bracket
- 3.3.18: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.18.1: Overview
  - 3.3.18.2: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.18.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.18.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.19: Options Menu
  - 3.3.19.1: Diagnostic Code
    - 3.3.19.1.1: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
  - 3.3.19.2: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.19.3: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.19.4: Clock
  - 3.3.19.5: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.19.6: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.19.7: Service Hours
Chapter 4: Operation
- 4.4.1: Important Information
- 4.4.2: Vehicle Break-in Period
- 4.4.3: Engine and Drivetrain Break-in
- 4.4.4: Brake Burnishing
- 4.4.5: PVT Break-in (Clutches/Belt)
- 4.4.6: Starting the Engine
- 4.4.7: Stopping the Engine
- 4.4.8: Cold Weather Operation
- 4.4.9: Fuel Recommendations
- 4.4.10: Braking
- 4.4.11: Parking the Vehicle
- 4.4.12: Hauling Cargo
- 4.4.13: Belt Life
- 4.4.14: Towing Loads
- 4.4.15: Dumping the Cargo Box
- 4.4.16: All Wheel Drive/Rear Differential System
Chapter 5: Emission Control Systems
- 5.5.1: Noise Emission Control System
- 5.5.2: Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A.
- 5.5.3: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 5.5.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 5.5.5: Electromagnetic Interference
Chapter 6: Maintenance
- 6.6.1: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
- 6.6.2: Lubrication Recommendations
- 6.6.3: Engine Oil
  - 6.6.3.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 6.6.3.2: Oil Check
  - 6.6.3.3: Engine Oil and Filter Replacement
- 6.6.4: Gearcases
  - 6.6.4.1: Gearcase Specification Chart
  - 6.6.4.2: Transmission (Main Gearcase)
    - 6.6.4.2.1: Transmission Oil Check
    - 6.6.4.2.2: Transmission Oil Change
  - 6.6.4.3: Demand Drive (Front Gearcase)
    - 6.6.4.3.1: Demand Drive Oil Check
    - 6.6.4.3.2: Demand Drive Oil Change
- 6.6.5: Spark Plugs
  - 6.6.5.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 6.6.5.2: Spark Plug Gap/Torque
  - 6.6.5.3: Spark Plug Inspection
  - 6.6.5.4: Normal Plug
  - 6.6.5.5: Wet Fouled Plug
- 6.6.6: Cooling System
  - 6.6.6.1: Adding or Changing Coolant
  - 6.6.6.2: Radiator and Cooling Fan
  - 6.6.6.3: Radiator Coolant Level
  - 6.6.6.4: Overflow Bottle Coolant Level
- 6.6.7: POLARIS Variable Transmission (PVT) System
  - 6.6.7.1: Belt Removal
  - 6.6.7.2: Belt Inspection
  - 6.6.7.3: Belt Installation
- 6.6.8: Vehicle Immersion
- 6.6.9: Filter Systems
  - 6.6.9.1: Air Filter Replacement
  - 6.6.9.2: Spark Arrester
- 6.6.10: Brakes
- 6.6.11: Front Suspension Adjustment
- 6.6.12: Rear Cam Adjustments
- 6.6.13: Steering Wheel Inspection
- 6.6.14: Tires
  - 6.6.14.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 6.6.14.2: Axle and Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
  - 6.6.14.3: Wheel Removal
  - 6.6.14.4: Wheel Installation
- 6.6.15: Lights
  - 6.6.15.1: Headlight Bulb Replacement
  - 6.6.15.2: Headlight Adjustment
  - 6.6.15.3: Brake Lights
- 6.6.16: Fuses
- 6.6.17: Battery
  - 6.6.17.1: Battery Maintenance and Charging
  - 6.6.17.2: Battery Installation
  - 6.6.17.3: Battery Removal
  - 6.6.17.4: Battery Storage
- 6.6.18: Cleaning and Storage
  - 6.6.18.1: Washing the Vehicle
  - 6.6.18.2: Storage Tips
    - 6.6.18.2.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 6.6.18.2.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 6.6.18.2.3: Oil and Filter
    - 6.6.18.2.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 6.6.18.2.5: Fluid Levels
    - 6.6.18.2.6: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 6.6.18.2.7: Fog the Engine
    - 6.6.18.2.8: Storage Area / Covers
  - 6.6.18.3: Removal from Storage
  - 6.6.18.4: Transporting the Vehicle
Specifications
- 7.1 RANGER 1000
- 7.2 RANGER CREW 1000
- 7.3 Clutching (GENERAL)
Chapter 7: POLARIS Products
- 7.7.1: Lubricants / Service Products
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting
- 8.8.1: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
- 8.8.2: Engine Doesn't Turn Over
- 8.8.3: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
- 8.8.4: Engine Backfires
- 8.8.5: Engine Pings or Knocks
- 8.8.6: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
- 8.8.7: Engine Stops or Loses Power
Chapter 9: Warranty
- 9.9.1: Limited Warranty
- 9.9.2: Registration
- 9.9.3: Warranty Coverage And Exclusions
  - 9.9.3.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  - 9.9.3.2: Lubricants and Fluids
- 9.9.4: How To Obtain Warranty Service
  - 9.9.4.1: In the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 9.9.4.2: Outside the Country where your product was purchased:
  - 9.9.4.3: If you move:
  - 9.9.4.4: If you purchase from a private party:
- 9.9.5: Exported Products
- 9.9.6: Notice
- 9.9.7: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 9.9.8: California Residents
Chapter 10: Maintenance Log
- 10.10.1: Maintenance Log