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2024 Sportsman 570 Touring / 6x6 Owner’s Manual

P/N 9941676

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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 2024 Sportsman 570 Touring / 6x6 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
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: Sportsman Touring 570
    - 2.2.4.1.1: General Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.2: Age 16 Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.3: Passenger Safety Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.4: 4x4 (AWD) Caution
    - 2.2.4.1.5: Reverse Override Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.6: Clutch Cover Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.7: Tire Pressure / Load Warning
    - 2.2.4.1.8: Front Rack / Container Warning
  - 2.2.4.2: Sportsman 6x6 570
    - 2.2.4.2.1: General Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.2: Age 16 Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.3: Passenger Safety Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.4: 4x4 (AWD) Caution
    - 2.2.4.2.5: Reverse Override Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.6: Clutch Cover Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.7: Front Rack / Container Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.8: Fuel / Passenger Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.9: Fuel Transport Warning
    - 2.2.4.2.10: Tire Pressure / Load Warning
Chapter 3: Features and Controls
- 3.3.1: Switches
- 3.3.2: Ignition Switch/Light Switch
- 3.3.3: Left-Hand Controls
  - 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 Controls
  - 3.3.4.1: Throttle Lever
  - 3.3.4.2: Driveline Switch (If Equipped)
  - 3.3.4.3: Driveline Switch (ADC Models) (If Equipped)
- 3.3.5: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.5.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.5.2: 2x4 Mode
  - 3.3.5.3: ADC Mode (If Equipped)
  - 3.3.5.4: Engaging AWD
- 3.3.6: Active Descent Control (ADC) System (If Equipped)
- 3.3.7: Brake System
  - 3.3.7.1: Brake Lever
  - 3.3.7.2: Master Cylinder/Brake Fluid
  - 3.3.7.3: Temporary Brake Lock
  - 3.3.7.4: Auxiliary Foot Brake
  - 3.3.7.5: Brake Fluid Level
- 3.3.8: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
- 3.3.9: Seat Conversion
- 3.3.10: Instrument Cluster
  - 3.3.10.1: Indicator Lamps
  - 3.3.10.2: No Button Gauge
  - 3.3.10.3: Display Area 1
  - 3.3.10.4: Display Area 2
- 3.3.11: Options Menu
  - 3.3.11.1: Diagnostic Code
  - 3.3.11.2: Unit Selection Distance
  - 3.3.11.3: Unit Selection Temperature
  - 3.3.11.4: Clock (if Equipped)
  - 3.3.11.5: Back Light Color
  - 3.3.11.6: Back Light Level
  - 3.3.11.7: Service Hours
- 3.3.12: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
- 3.3.13: Auxiliary Outlet
- 3.3.14: Fuel Cap
- 3.3.15: Battery Charge Port
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: Starting the Engine
  - 4.4.7.1: Cold Weather Operation
- 4.4.8: Fuel Recommendation
- 4.4.9: Parking the Vehicle
  - 4.4.9.1: Parking on an Incline
- 4.4.10: Hauling Cargo
  - 4.4.10.1: Cargo Warning
  - 4.4.10.2: Hauling Cargo Guidelines
  - 4.4.10.3: Towing Loads
  - 4.4.10.4: Cargo Box Dumping (If Equipped)
- 4.4.11: Towing Your Vehicle
- 4.4.12: Trailering Your 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: Operation on Public Lands in the U.S.A.
- 6.6.3: Crankcase Emission Control System
- 6.6.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
- 6.6.5: Electromagnetic Interference
Chapter 7: Maintenance
- 7.7.1: Periodic Maintenance
- 7.7.2: Severe Use Definition
- 7.7.3: Maintenance Interval Chart
- 7.7.4: Lubrication Guide
- 7.7.5: Engine Oil
  - 7.7.5.1: Oil Recommendations
  - 7.7.5.2: Oil Level Check
  - 7.7.5.3: Oil and Oil Filter Change
- 7.7.6: Transmission Oil
- 7.7.7: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
- 7.7.8: Rear Gearcase 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 Removal
- 7.7.14: Footwell Removal
- 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: Headlight Lamp Replacement
  - 7.7.20.2: LED Headlight Replacement (if equipped)
  - 7.7.20.3: High Beam Adjustment
  - 7.7.20.4: Bumper Light Adjustment
  - 7.7.20.5: Headlight Housing Replacement
  - 7.7.20.6: Lower Headlamp Replacement
  - 7.7.20.7: 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 Arrester
- 7.7.24: PVT System
  - 7.7.24.1: Drive Belt Removal
  - 7.7.24.2: 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
- 7.7.26: LOW MAINTENANCE BATTERY BEST PRACTICES
  - 7.7.26.1: Lead Acid Low Maintenance Battery
  - 7.7.26.2: Low Maintenance Batteries
- 7.7.27: Rear Spring
- 7.7.28: Handlebars
- 7.7.29: Cleaning and Storage
  - 7.7.29.1: Washing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.29.1.1: Washing Tips
  - 7.7.29.2: Polishing the Vehicle
    - 7.7.29.2.1: Polishing Tips
  - 7.7.29.3: Storage Tips
    - 7.7.29.3.1: Clean the Exterior
    - 7.7.29.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
    - 7.7.29.3.3: Oil and Filter
    - 7.7.29.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
    - 7.7.29.3.5: Fluid Levels
    - 7.7.29.3.6: Inspect and Lubricate
    - 7.7.29.3.7: Fog the Engine
    - 7.7.29.3.8: Battery Maintenance
    - 7.7.29.3.9: Storage Area / Covers
Specifications
- 8.1 Sportsman Touring 570 / 570 EPS / 570 SP
- 8.2 Sportsman 6x6 570
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: Spark Arrestor Warranty
- 10.10.4: Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
  - 10.10.4.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  - 10.10.4.2: Lubricants and Fluids
- 10.10.5: How To Obtain Warranty Service
- 10.10.6: Exported Products
- 10.10.7: Notice
- 10.10.8: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 10.10.9: California Residents
Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
- 11.11.1: Maintenance Log