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2024 Sportsman 450 / 570 Owner’s Manual

  • i 2024 Sportsman 450 / 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
    • 1.1.4: Near-field Communication (NFC)
      (if equipped)
    • 1.1.5: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)
  • 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
    • 2.2.4: 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: Rear Rack Warning (Touring Models)
  • 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 (570 California (EVAP), 570 Utility HD, 570 Trail, and 570 Hunt Edition 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: 7" Display By RIDE COMMAND (If Equipped)
    • 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
      • 4.4.8.4: RIDE COMMAND+ (if equipped)
  • Chapter 5: Operation
    • 5.5.1: Safe Operation Practices
    • 5.5.2: Trail Etiquette
    • 5.5.3: Know Your Riding Area/Tread LightlySM
    • 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: Stopping the Engine
    • 5.5.9: Fuel Recommendation
    • 5.5.10: Parking the Vehicle
      • 5.5.10.1: Parking on an Incline
    • 5.5.11: Hauling Cargo
      • 5.5.11.1: Cargo Warning
      • 5.5.11.2: Hauling Cargo Guidelines
      • 5.5.11.3: Towing Loads
      • 5.5.11.4: Towing Your Vehicle
  • Chapter 6: Winch Guide (If Equipped)
    • 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 / Footwell Removal
    • 8.8.13: Side Panel / Footwell Installation
    • 8.8.14: Tires
      • 8.8.14.1: Tire Tread Depth
      • 8.8.14.2: Wheel Removal
      • 8.8.14.3: Wheel Installation
      • 8.8.14.4: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
    • 8.8.15: Toe Alignment
    • 8.8.16: Camber and Caster
    • 8.8.17: Air Filter
    • 8.8.18: Fuse Replacement
    • 8.8.19: Lights
      • 8.8.19.1: Headlight Lamp Replacement
      • 8.8.19.2: LED Headlight Replacement (if equipped)
      • 8.8.19.3: High Beam Adjustment
      • 8.8.19.4: Bumper Light Adjustment
      • 8.8.19.5: Headlight Housing Replacement
      • 8.8.19.6: Lower Headlamp Replacement
      • 8.8.19.7: Taillights/Brake Lights Replacement
    • 8.8.20: Spark Plugs
      • 8.8.20.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
      • 8.8.20.2: Spark Plug Inspection
        • 8.8.20.2.1: Normal Plug
        • 8.8.20.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
    • 8.8.21: Vehicle Immersion
    • 8.8.22: Spark Arrestor Service
    • 8.8.23: Spark Arrestor Service (California (EVAP) Models)
    • 8.8.24: PVT System
      • 8.8.24.1: PVT Break-In (Clutches / Belt)
      • 8.8.24.2: Drive Belt Removal
      • 8.8.24.3: Drive Belt Inspection
      • 8.8.24.4: Drive Belt Installation
    • 8.8.25: Battery
      • 8.8.25.1: Battery Removal
      • 8.8.25.2: Battery Installation
      • 8.8.25.3: Battery Storage
      • 8.8.25.4: Battery Charging
      • 8.8.25.5: Battery Identification
    • 8.8.26: LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY BEST PRACTICES
      • 8.8.26.1: Lead Acid Low Maintenance Battery
      • 8.8.26.2: Low Maintenance Batteries
    • 8.8.27: Rear Spring
    • 8.8.28: Handlebars
    • 8.8.29: Cleaning and Storage
      • 8.8.29.1: Washing the Vehicle
        • 8.8.29.1.1: Washing Tips
      • 8.8.29.2: Polishing the Vehicle
        • 8.8.29.2.1: Polishing Tips
      • 8.8.29.3: Storage Tips
        • 8.8.29.3.1: Clean the Exterior
        • 8.8.29.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
        • 8.8.29.3.3: Oil and Filter
        • 8.8.29.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
        • 8.8.29.3.5: Fluid Levels
        • 8.8.29.3.6: Inspect and Lubricate
        • 8.8.29.3.7: Fog the Engine
        • 8.8.29.3.8: Battery Maintenance
        • 8.8.29.3.9: Storage Area / Covers
    • 8.8.30: Trailering Your Vehicle
  • Chapter 9: Specifications
    • 9.9.1: Sportsman 450 H.O. / 450 H.O. EPS
    • 9.9.2: Sportsman 450 H.O. Utility
    • 9.9.3: Sportsman 570 / 570 EPS / Premium
    • 9.9.4: Sportsman 570 Utility HD
    • 9.9.5: Sportsman 570 Trail / Hunt Edition / Ride Command
    • 9.9.6: Clutching Chart
  • Chapter 10: POLARIS Products
    • 10.10.1: Lubricants / Service Products
  • Chapter 11: Troubleshooting
    • 11.11.1: Diagnostic Display Code Definitions
    • 11.11.2: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
    • 11.11.3: Engine Doesn't Turn Over
    • 11.11.4: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
    • 11.11.5: Engine Backfires
    • 11.11.6: Engine Pings or Knocks
    • 11.11.7: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls or Misfires
    • 11.11.8: Engine Stops or Loses Power
  • Chapter 12: Warranty
    • 12.12.1: Limited Warranty
    • 12.12.2: Registration
    • 12.12.3: Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
      • 12.12.3.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
      • 12.12.3.2: Lubricants and Fluids
    • 12.12.4: How To Obtain Warranty Service
    • 12.12.5: Exported Products
    • 12.12.6: Notice
    • 12.12.7: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
    • 12.12.8: California Residents
  • Chapter 13: Maintenance Log
    • 13.13.1: Maintenance Log

Warranty Coverage and Exclusions

In this section:

  1. Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  2. Lubricants and Fluids

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