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2025 RZR XP 1000 INTL Owner’s Manual

  • i Title
  • ii Welcome
  • iii Safety Symbols and Signal Words
  • Table Of Contents
  • Chapter 1: Introduction
    • 1.1.1: Important Information
    • 1.1.2: Declaration of Conformity (MD Models Only)
    • 1.1.3: ORV Certificate of Pre-Delivery Inspection
    • 1.1.4: Security Compliance Statement
    • 1.1.5: Tools for Safe Riding
    • 1.1.6: Radio Compliance Statements
    • 1.1.7: 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: Towing a RZR
      • 2.2.6.1: Towing Loads
      • 2.2.6.2: Towing
    • 2.2.7: Trailering Safety
      • 2.2.7.1: Transporting the Vehicle
    • 2.2.8: Hauling Cargo
    • 2.2.9: Hot Exhaust Systems
    • 2.2.10: Lightning and Powerlines
    • 2.2.11: Forestry Application and Crop Spraying
    • 2.2.12: Safety Labels and Locations
      • 2.2.12.1: MD, Tractor, and Zugmaschine Models
        • 2.2.12.1.1: General Alert (7183307)
        • 2.2.12.1.2: General Alert (7183322)
        • 2.2.12.1.3: Intake Alert (7185975)
        • 2.2.12.1.4: Clutch Cover Alert (7181427)
        • 2.2.12.1.5: Load / Tire Pressure / Passenger Alert (7300764)
      • 2.2.12.2: Tractor and Zugmaschine Models Only
        • 2.2.12.2.1: General Alert
      • 2.2.12.3: MD and Zugmaschine Models Only
        • 2.2.12.3.1: Owner’s Manual Alert (7185807)
      • 2.2.12.4: MD Models Only
        • 2.2.12.4.1: Radiator Cap Warning
      • 2.2.12.5: MD 2 Person Models Only
        • 2.2.12.5.1: Hitch Capacity Alert
      • 2.2.12.6: MD 4 Person Models Only
        • 2.2.12.6.1: Load / Tire Pressure / Passenger Alert (7300755)
      • 2.2.12.7: Tractor Models Only
        • 2.2.12.7.1: Fuel Alert (7300053)
        • 2.2.12.7.2: Greasing Points Alert (7185156)
        • 2.2.12.7.3: Jacking Points Alert (7184992)
        • 2.2.12.7.4: Hot Exhaust Warning (7185151)
  • Chapter 3: Features and Controls
    • 3.3.1: Component Locations
    • 3.3.2: Console
      • 3.3.2.1: Auxiliary Outlets
      • 3.3.2.2: Vehicle Battery Charge Port
      • 3.3.2.3: Ignition Switch / Light Switch
      • 3.3.2.4: High Beam Switch
      • 3.3.2.5: Horn Switch
      • 3.3.2.6: Hazard Switch
      • 3.3.2.7: Turn Signal Lever
      • 3.3.2.8: All Wheel Drive (AWD) Switch
      • 3.3.2.9: Winch Switch (if equipped)
    • 3.3.3: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
    • 3.3.4: Steering Wheel
    • 3.3.5: Mirrors
    • 3.3.6: Cab Doors
    • 3.3.7: Tie-Down Locations
    • 3.3.8: Fuel
      • 3.3.8.1: Refueling
    • 3.3.9: Passenger Hand Hold / Lug Wrench
    • 3.3.10: Hood
    • 3.3.11: Seat Adjustments
    • 3.3.12: Seat Removal
    • 3.3.13: Seat Belts
      • 3.3.13.1: 3-Point Safety Harness
      • 3.3.13.2: Multi-Point Seat Belt (if equipped)
      • 3.3.13.3: Seat Belt Inspection
    • 3.3.14: Gear Selector
    • 3.3.15: Brake and Throttle Pedals
    • 3.3.16: Service Access Panels
    • 3.3.17: All Wheel Drive (AWD) System
      • 3.3.17.1: Engaging AWD
      • 3.3.17.2: Disengaging AWD
      • 3.3.17.3: Locking/Unlocking the Rear Differential (if equipped)
    • 3.3.18: Hitches
      (Tractor / Zugmaschine Models Only)


      • 3.3.18.1: Rear Hitch Certification Label
      • 3.3.18.2: Rear Hitch
      • 3.3.18.3: Hitch Removal / Installation
      • 3.3.18.4: 7–Way Trailer Connector
    • 3.3.19: Instrument Cluster
      • 3.3.19.1: Speedometer
      • 3.3.19.2: Tachometer
      • 3.3.19.3: Mode Button
      • 3.3.19.4: TOGGLE BUTTONS
      • 3.3.19.5: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
      • 3.3.19.6: Indicator Lamps
    • 3.3.20: Rider Information Center
      • 3.3.20.1: Mode Information Displays
      • 3.3.20.2: Accessing Menus and Options
        • 3.3.20.2.1: Gauge Settings Menu
        • 3.3.20.2.2: Backlight Brightness
        • 3.3.20.2.3: Clock
        • 3.3.20.2.4: Display Units (Standard/Metric)
        • 3.3.20.2.5: Trip Meter
        • 3.3.20.2.6: Trip Time
        • 3.3.20.2.7: Programmable Service Interval
      • 3.3.20.3: PIN Activated Security System (P.A.S.S.)
        (if equipped) — Instrument Cluster
      • 3.3.20.4: Engine Error Codes
  • Chapter 4: Operation
    • 4.1: Vehicle Break-in
      • 4.1.1: Engine and Drivetrain Break-In
      • 4.1.2: Brake Burnishing
      • 4.1.3: PVT Break-In (Clutches / Belt)
    • 4.2: Operating Guidelines
      • 4.2.1: Starting the Engine
      • 4.2.2: Braking
      • 4.2.3: Driving in Reverse
      • 4.2.4: Stopping the Engine and Parking the Vehicle
  • Chapter 5: Emission Control Systems
    • 5.5.1: Noise Emission Control System
    • 5.5.2: Crankcase Emission Control System
    • 5.5.3: Exhaust Emission Control System
    • 5.5.4: Electromagnetic Interference
    • 5.5.5: European Vibration and Noise
  • Chapter 6: Maintenance
    • 6.6.1: Elevating the Vehicle for Service
      • 6.6.1.1: Placing onto Jack Stands
      • 6.6.1.2: Boarding and Exiting the Vehicle
    • 6.6.2: Periodic Maintenance Chart
      • 6.6.2.1: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
    • 6.6.3: Lubrication Recommendations
    • 6.6.4: Engine Oil
      • 6.6.4.1: Oil Recommendations
      • 6.6.4.2: Engine Oil Check
      • 6.6.4.3: Engine Oil and Filter Change
    • 6.6.5: Transmission (Main Gearcase)
      • 6.6.5.1: Transmission Fluid Check
      • 6.6.5.2: Transmission Fluid Replacement
    • 6.6.6: Demand Drive Unit (Front Gearcase)
      • 6.6.6.1: Front Gearcase Fluid Replacement
    • 6.6.7: Gearcase Specification Chart
    • 6.6.8: Spark Plugs
      • 6.6.8.1: Spark Plug Gap / Torque
      • 6.6.8.2: Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
      • 6.6.8.3: Spark Plug Condition
    • 6.6.9: Fuse / Relay Center
    • 6.6.10: Cooling System
      • 6.6.10.1: Adding or Changing Coolant
      • 6.6.10.2: Radiators and Cooling Fan
      • 6.6.10.3: Radiator Coolant Level / Changing Coolant
    • 6.6.11: POLARIS Variable Transmission (PVT) System
      • 6.6.11.1: Drive Belt Inspection and Replacement
      • 6.6.11.2: PVT Drying
    • 6.6.12: Filter Systems
      • 6.6.12.1: Intake Pre-Filters
      • 6.6.12.2: Air Filter Inspection and Replacement
    • 6.6.13: Spark Arrestor
    • 6.6.14: Brakes
      • 6.6.14.1: Brake Inspection
      • 6.6.14.2: Brake Fluid
    • 6.6.15: Suspension Settings
      • 6.6.15.1: Front / Rear Shock Compression Adjustment
      • 6.6.15.2: Front / Rear Spring Preload Adjustment
      • 6.6.15.3: Factory Default Preload Settings
    • 6.6.16: Tires
      • 6.6.16.1: Tire Inspection
      • 6.6.16.2: Tire Tread Depth
      • 6.6.16.3: Axle and Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
      • 6.6.16.4: Wheel Removal
      • 6.6.16.5: Wheel Installation
    • 6.6.17: Lights
      • 6.6.17.1: Taillight / Brake Light / Turn Signal Lamp Replacement
      • 6.6.17.2: Headlight Replacement
      • 6.6.17.3: Headlight Beam Adjustment
      • 6.6.17.4: Headlight Lamp Replacement
    • 6.6.18: Vehicle Immersion
    • 6.6.19: Steering Wheel Inspection
    • 6.6.20: Battery
      • 6.6.20.1: Battery Removal and Replacement
      • 6.6.20.2: Battery Maintenance and Charging
      • 6.6.20.3: Battery Storage
    • 6.6.21: Cargo Box Removal
    • 6.6.22: Cleaning and Storage
      • 6.6.22.1: Washing the Vehicle
      • 6.6.22.2: Polishing the Vehicle
      • 6.6.22.3: Storage Tips
  • Chapter 7: Specifications
    • 7.7.1: RZR XP 1000 Tractor / ZUG / EU
    • 7.7.2: RZR XP 4 1000 MD
    • 7.7.3: Seat Vibration
    • 7.7.4: Output Gear Ratios
    • 7.7.5: Clutching
    • 7.7.6: Carbon Dioxide Emissions
  • Chapter 8: Polaris Products
    • 8.8.1: Lubricants / Service Products
  • Chapter 9: Troubleshooting
    • 9.9.1: Drive Belt Wear/Burn
    • 9.9.2: Engine Doesn’t Turn Over
    • 9.9.3: Engine Turns Over, Fails to Start
    • 9.9.4: Engine Backfires
    • 9.9.5: Engine Pings or Knocks
    • 9.9.6: Engine Runs Irregularly, Stalls, or Misfires
    • 9.9.7: 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
        • 10.10.4.1.1: Lubricants and Fluids
    • 10.10.5: How to Obtain Warranty Service
    • 10.10.6: Exported Products
    • 10.10.7: Notice
  • Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
    • 11.11.1: Maintenance Log

Cleaning and Storage

In this section:

  1. Washing the Vehicle
  2. Polishing the Vehicle
  3. Storage Tips

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