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2024 Sportsman 570 Owner’s Manual

P/N 9941295

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Printed in Hungary

i 2024 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: Declaration of Conformity
- 1.1.3: ORV Certificate of Pre-Delivery Inspection
- 1.1.4: Vehicle Identification Numbers
  - 1.1.4.1: Replacement Keys
- 1.1.5: Near-field Communication (NFC)
  (if equipped)
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: Forestry Application and Crop Spraying
  - 2.2.3.9: Operating on Public Roads (Tractor or Zugmaschine Models Only)
  - 2.2.3.10: Operating on Public Roads (MD Models Only)
  - 2.2.3.11: Operating on Pavement
  - 2.2.3.12: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.3.13: Physical Control of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.14: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.3.15: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.3.16: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.3.17: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.3.18: Crossing Hillsides
  - 2.2.3.19: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.3.20: Operating on Steep Hills
  - 2.2.3.21: Operating on Slippery Terrain
  - 2.2.3.22: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.3.23: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.3.24: Operating Improperly in Reverse
  - 2.2.3.25: Operating Over Obstacles
  - 2.2.3.26: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.3.27: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.28: Operating Through Water
  - 2.2.3.29: Operating in Lightning
  - 2.2.3.30: Improper Cargo Loading
  - 2.2.3.31: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.3.32: Poor Visibility
  - 2.2.3.33: Physical Skills
  - 2.2.3.34: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.3.35: Trailer Hitch Warning (if equipped)
  - 2.2.3.36: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.37: Equipment Modifications
- 2.2.4: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.4.1: Sportsman 570
    - 2.2.4.1.1: General Alert — Tractor & Zugmaschine Models
    - 2.2.4.1.2: General Alert — MD Models
    - 2.2.4.1.3: Discretionary Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.4: Greasing Point Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.5: 4X4 (AWD) Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.6: Tire Pressure Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.7: Clutch Cover Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.8: Override Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.9: Fuel Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.10: Rack Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.11: Accessory Off Road Use Only Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.12: Radiator Cap Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.13: Jacking Points Alert
    - 2.2.4.1.14: Hitch Capacity Alert — MD Models
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Overview
- 3.3.2: Left-Hand Controls
  - 3.3.2.1: Engine Stop Switch
  - 3.3.2.2: Hazard Warning Switch
  - 3.3.2.3: Horn Switch
  - 3.3.2.4: Mode / Reverse Override Switch
  - 3.3.2.5: Turn Signal Switch
  - 3.3.2.6: Headlight and Momentary High Beam Switch
- 3.3.3: Ignition Switch
- 3.3.4: Right-Hand Control
  - 3.3.4.1: Throttle Lever
  - 3.3.4.2: Driveline Mode Switch
- 3.3.5: Brakes
  - 3.3.5.1: Brake Lever
  - 3.3.5.2: Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid
  - 3.3.5.3: Brake Holding Latch
  - 3.3.5.4: Auxiliary Foot Brake
  - 3.3.5.5: Brake Fluid Level
  - 3.3.5.6: Stuck Brake
- 3.3.6: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
- 3.3.7: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.7.1: Overview
  - 3.3.7.2: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.7.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.7.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.8: Options Menu
  - 3.3.8.1: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
  - 3.3.8.2: Diagnostic Code
  - 3.3.8.3: Advanced Menu (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.8.3.1: Enter PIN
    - 3.3.8.3.2: Maximum Speed (if equipped)
    - 3.3.8.3.3: Geofencing (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.8.3.4: Inside Geofence Speed
    - 3.3.8.3.5: Outside Geofence Speed
    - 3.3.8.3.6: Require PIN to Start (if equipped)
    - 3.3.8.3.7: Start PIN Delay
    - 3.3.8.3.8: Change PIN
  - 3.3.8.4: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.8.5: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.8.6: Clock
  - 3.3.8.7: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.8.8: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.8.9: Service Hours
  - 3.3.8.10: Pairing Your Phone to the Gauge
- 3.3.9: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.9.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.9.2: 2X4 Mode
  - 3.3.9.3: Four-Wheel Descent Control (if equipped)
    - 3.3.9.3.1: Engaging Four-Wheel Descent Control
    - 3.3.9.3.2: Disengaging Four-Wheel Descent Control
- 3.3.10: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.11: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.12: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
- 3.3.13: Battery Charge Port
- 3.3.14: Hitches
  - 3.3.14.1: Rear Hitch
  - 3.3.14.2: Rear Hitch Certification Label
  - 3.3.14.3: Hitch Removal / Installation
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: Boarding and Dismounting the Vehicle
  - 4.4.7.1: Boarding
  - 4.4.7.2: Dismounting
- 4.4.8: Starting the Engine
  - 4.4.8.1: Cold Weather Operation
- 4.4.9: Stopping the Engine
- 4.4.10: Parking the Vehicle
- 4.4.11: Hauling Cargo
  - 4.4.11.1: Towing Loads
  - 4.4.11.2: Towing the Vehicle
Chapter 5: Winch Guide (If Equipped)
- 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: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 6.6.3: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 6.6.4: Electromagnetic Interference
- 6.6.5: Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emission
- 6.6.6: European Vibration and Noise
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Periodic Maintenance
- 7.7.2: Severe Use Definition
- 7.7.3: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
- 7.7.4: Elevating the Vehicle for Service
- 7.7.5: Lubrication Guide
- 7.7.6: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.6.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.6.2: Oil Level Check
  - 7.7.6.3: Oil and Oil Filter Change
- 7.7.7: Transmission Oil
- 7.7.8: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
- 7.7.9: Power Steering Unit
- 7.7.10: Steering Assembly
- 7.7.11: Cooling System
  - 7.7.11.1: Recovery Bottle Coolant
  - 7.7.11.2: Radiator Coolant
- 7.7.12: Brakes
  - 7.7.12.1: Hand Brake
  - 7.7.12.2: Auxiliary Foot Brake
- 7.7.13: Side Panel / Footwell Removal
- 7.7.14: Side Panel / Footwell Installation
- 7.7.15: Tires
  - 7.7.15.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 7.7.15.2: Wheel Removal
  - 7.7.15.3: Wheel Installation
  - 7.7.15.4: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
- 7.7.16: Toe Alignment
- 7.7.17: Camber and Caster
- 7.7.18: Air Filter
- 7.7.19: Fuse Replacement
- 7.7.20: Lights
  - 7.7.20.1: LED Headlight Replacement
  - 7.7.20.2: Work Light Adjustment
  - 7.7.20.3: Headlight Adjustment
  - 7.7.20.4: Work Light Housing Replacement
  - 7.7.20.5: Taillights/Brake Lights Replacement
- 7.7.21: Spark Plugs
  - 7.7.21.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 7.7.21.2: Spark Plug Inspection
    - 7.7.21.2.1: Normal Plug
    - 7.7.21.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
- 7.7.22: Vehicle Immersion
- 7.7.23: Spark Arrestor Service
- 7.7.24: PVT System
  - 7.7.24.1: PVT Break-In (Clutches / Belt)
  - 7.7.24.2: Drive Belt Removal
  - 7.7.24.3: Drive Belt Inspection
  - 7.7.24.4: Drive Belt Installation
- 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
  - 7.7.25.5: Battery Identification
  - 7.7.25.6: LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL / DRY SHIPPED AGM BATTERY BEST PRACTICES
    - 7.7.25.6.1: LEAD ACID CONVENTIONAL BATTERIES
    - 7.7.25.6.2: DRY SHIPPED AGM BATTERIES
  - 7.7.25.7: LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY BEST PRACTICES
    - 7.7.25.7.1: LEAD ACID LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY
    - 7.7.25.7.2: AGM LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERIES
- 7.7.26: Suspension Settings
- 7.7.27: Handlebars
- 7.7.28: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.28.1: Washing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.28.1.1: Washing Tips
  - 7.7.28.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.28.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.28.3: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.28.3.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.28.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.28.3.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.28.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.28.3.5: Fluid Levels
    - 7.7.28.3.6: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.28.3.7: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.28.3.8: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.28.3.9: Storage Area / Covers
- 7.7.29: Trailering Your Vehicle
Specifications
- 8.1 Sportsman 570 / 570 EPS
- 8.2 Tractor Seat Vibration
Chapter 8: POLARIS Products
- 8.8.1: Lubricants / Service Products
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
- 9.9.1: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
- 9.9.2: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
- 9.9.3: Engine Doesn't Turn Over
- 9.9.4: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
- 9.9.5: Engine Backfires
- 9.9.6: Engine Pings or Knocks
- 9.9.7: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
- 9.9.8: 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
- 10.10.5: Exported Products
- 10.10.6: Notice
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log