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2026 Sportsman / Scrambler XP 1000 S Owner’s Manual

  • i 2026 Sportsman / Scrambler XP 1000 S 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
    • 1.1.5: Security Compliance Statement
    • 1.1.6: Radio Compliance Statements
  • Chapter 2: Safety
    • 2.2.1: Safety Warning
    • 2.2.2: Safety Training
    • 2.2.3: Safe Riding Gear
      • 2.2.3.1: Helmet
      • 2.2.3.2: Eye Protection
      • 2.2.3.3: Gloves
      • 2.2.3.4: Boots
      • 2.2.3.5: Clothing
      • 2.2.3.6: Additional Protective Gear
    • 2.2.4: Safety Warnings
      • 2.2.4.1: Operating Without Instruction
      • 2.2.4.2: Age Restrictions
      • 2.2.4.3: Using Alcohol or Drugs
      • 2.2.4.4: Carrying More Than One
        Passenger on a 2-Up ATV
      • 2.2.4.5: Failure to Inspect Before Operating
      • 2.2.4.6: Handling Gasoline
      • 2.2.4.7: Exposure to Exhaust
      • 2.2.4.8: Forestry Application and Crop Spraying
      • 2.2.4.9: Operating on Public Roads
        (Tractor Models Only)
      • 2.2.4.10: Operating on Public Roads
        (MD Models Only)
      • 2.2.4.11: Operating on Pavement
      • 2.2.4.12: Operating at Excessive Speeds
      • 2.2.4.13: Physical Control of the Vehicle
      • 2.2.4.14: Turning Improperly
      • 2.2.4.15: Jumps and Stunts
      • 2.2.4.16: Improper Hill Climbing
      • 2.2.4.17: Descending Hills Improperly
      • 2.2.4.18: Crossing Hillsides
      • 2.2.4.19: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
      • 2.2.4.20: Operating on Steep Hills
      • 2.2.4.21: Operating on Slippery Terrain
      • 2.2.4.22: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
      • 2.2.4.23: Improper Tire Maintenance
      • 2.2.4.24: Operating Improperly in Reverse
      • 2.2.4.25: Operating Over Obstacles
      • 2.2.4.26: Skidding or Sliding
      • 2.2.4.27: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
      • 2.2.4.28: Operating Through Water
      • 2.2.4.29: Operating in Lightning
      • 2.2.4.30: Improper Cargo Loading
      • 2.2.4.31: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
      • 2.2.4.32: Poor Visibility
      • 2.2.4.33: Physical Skills
      • 2.2.4.34: Hot Exhaust Systems
      • 2.2.4.35: Trailer Hitch Warning (If Equipped)
      • 2.2.4.36: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
      • 2.2.4.37: Equipment Modifications
    • 2.2.5: Safety Labels and Locations
      • 2.2.5.1: Sportsman XP 1000 S
      • 2.2.5.2: Scrambler XP 1000 S
        • 2.2.5.2.1: Rack Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.2: Radiator Cap Alert — MD Models
        • 2.2.5.2.3: Discretionary Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.4: 4X4 (AWD) Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.5: Greasing Point Alert — Tractor Models
        • 2.2.5.2.6: Jacking Points Alert — Tractor Models
        • 2.2.5.2.7: Hitch Capacity Alert — MD Models
        • 2.2.5.2.8: Tire Pressure Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.9: Clutch Cover Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.10: Reverse Override Alert
        • 2.2.5.2.11: General Alert — Tractor Models
        • 2.2.5.2.12: General Alert — MD Models
  • Chapter 3: Features and Controls
    • 3.3.1: Overview
    • 3.3.2: Ignition Switch
    • 3.3.3: Left-Hand Controls
      • 3.3.3.1: Engine Stop Switch
      • 3.3.3.2: Hazard Warning Switch
      • 3.3.3.3: Horn Switch
      • 3.3.3.4: Mode / Reverse Override Switch
      • 3.3.3.5: Turn Signal Switch
      • 3.3.3.6: Headlight and Momentary High Beam Switch
    • 3.3.4: Right-Hand Controls
      • 3.3.4.1: Throttle Lever
      • 3.3.4.2: AWD Momentary Switch
    • 3.3.5: Sportsman XP 1000 S Models
      • 3.3.5.1: Drive Mode Switch
    • 3.3.6: Scrambler XP 1000 S Models
      • 3.3.6.1: Drive Mode Switch
    • 3.3.7: Work Light Switch (If Equipped)
    • 3.3.8: Winch Switch (If Equipped)
    • 3.3.9: Brake System
      • 3.3.9.1: Brake Lever
      • 3.3.9.2: Master Cylinder / Brake Fluid
      • 3.3.9.3: Temporary Brake Lock
      • 3.3.9.4: Auxiliary Foot Brake
      • 3.3.9.5: Brake Fluid Level
      • 3.3.9.6: Stuck Brake
    • 3.3.10: Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
    • 3.3.11: Front Storage Compartment
    • 3.3.12: Instrument Cluster
      • 3.3.12.1: Overview
      • 3.3.12.2: Indicator Lamps
      • 3.3.12.3: Display Area 1
      • 3.3.12.4: Display Area 2
    • 3.3.13: Options Menu
      • 3.3.13.1: Diagnostic Code
      • 3.3.13.2: Unit Selection Distance
      • 3.3.13.3: Unit Selection Temperature
      • 3.3.13.4: Clock
      • 3.3.13.5: Back Light Color
      • 3.3.13.6: Back Light Level
      • 3.3.13.7: Service Hours
      • 3.3.13.8: Electronic Power Steering (EPS)
      • 3.3.13.9: Bluetooth® (If Equipped)
        • 3.3.13.9.1: Pairing Your Phone to the Gauge
      • 3.3.13.10: PIN Activated Security System (P.A.S.S.)
        (if equipped) — Instrument Cluster
    • 3.3.14: All Wheel Drive System
      • 3.3.14.1: Turf Mode (If Equipped)
      • 3.3.14.2: 2x4 Mode
      • 3.3.14.3: AWD Mode
      • 3.3.14.4: ADC Mode
    • 3.3.15: Active Descent Control (ADC) System
    • 3.3.16: Auxiliary Outlet
    • 3.3.17: Fuel Cap
    • 3.3.18: Hitches
      • 3.3.18.1: Rear Hitch
      • 3.3.18.2: Rear Hitch Certification Label
      • 3.3.18.3: Trailer Hitch Bracket
      • 3.3.18.4: Hitch and Trailer Connector
        (If Equipped)
  • Chapter 4: Operation
    • 4.4.1: Safe Operation Practices
    • 4.4.2: Trail Etiquette
    • 4.4.3: Know Your Riding Area/Tread LightlySM
    • 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 Inspection
    • 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
      • 4.4.10.1: Parking on an Incline
    • 4.4.11: Hauling Cargo
      • 4.4.11.1: Towing Loads
      • 4.4.11.2: Towing the Vehicle
      • 4.4.11.3: Transporting 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: Spark Arrestor
    • 6.6.3: Crankcase Emission Control System
    • 6.6.4: Exhaust Emission Control System
    • 6.6.5: Electromagnetic Interference
    • 6.6.6: Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emission
    • 6.6.7: European Vibration and Noise
  • Chapter 7: Maintenance
    • 7.7.1: Periodic Maintenance
      • 7.7.1.1: Severe Use Definition
      • 7.7.1.2: Elevating the Vehicle for Service
    • 7.7.2: Polaris Maintenance Schedule
    • 7.7.3: Lubrication Guide
    • 7.7.4: Engine Oil
      • 7.7.4.1: Oil Recommendations
      • 7.7.4.2: Oil Level Check
      • 7.7.4.3: Oil and Oil Filter Change
    • 7.7.5: Transmission Fluid
    • 7.7.6: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
    • 7.7.7: Rear Gearcase Fluid
    • 7.7.8: Power Steering Unit (if equipped)
    • 7.7.9: Front Compartment Components
    • 7.7.10: Steering Assembly
    • 7.7.11: Cooling System
    • 7.7.12: Recovery Bottle Coolant
    • 7.7.13: Radiator Coolant
    • 7.7.14: Brakes
      • 7.7.14.1: Hand Brake
      • 7.7.14.2: Auxiliary Foot Brake
    • 7.7.15: Seat Removal
    • 7.7.16: Tires
      • 7.7.16.1: Tire Tread Depth
      • 7.7.16.2: Wheel Removal
      • 7.7.16.3: Wheel Installation
      • 7.7.16.4: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
    • 7.7.17: Toe Alignment
    • 7.7.18: Camber and Caster
    • 7.7.19: Air Filter Removal / Installation
    • 7.7.20: Fuse Replacement
    • 7.7.21: Lights
      • 7.7.21.1: Sportsman XP 1000 S Models
        • 7.7.21.1.1: LED Pod Headlight Replacement
        • 7.7.21.1.2: Pod Headlight Adjustment
        • 7.7.21.1.3: LED Front Bumper Headlight Replacement
        • 7.7.21.1.4: LED Front Bumper Headlight Adjustment
        • 7.7.21.1.5: LED Brake Light / Taillight Replacement
      • 7.7.21.2: Scrambler XP 1000 S Models
        • 7.7.21.2.1: LED Front Bumper Headlight Replacement
        • 7.7.21.2.2: LED Front Bumper Headlight Adjustment
        • 7.7.21.2.3: LED Brake Light / Taillight Replacement
    • 7.7.22: Spark Plugs
      • 7.7.22.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
      • 7.7.22.2: Spark Plug Inspection
        • 7.7.22.2.1: Normal Plug
        • 7.7.22.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
    • 7.7.23: Vehicle Immersion
    • 7.7.24: Spark Arrestor
    • 7.7.25: PVT System
      • 7.7.25.1: Drive Belt Removal
      • 7.7.25.2: Drive Belt Installation
    • 7.7.26: Battery
      • 7.7.26.1: Battery Identification
      • 7.7.26.2: Battery Removal
      • 7.7.26.3: Battery Installation
      • 7.7.26.4: Battery Charging
      • 7.7.26.5: Battery Maintenance
      • 7.7.26.6: Battery Storage
    • 7.7.27: Shock Springs (If Equipped)
    • 7.7.28: Suspension Adjustment (If Equipped)
      • 7.7.28.1: Front / Rear Spring Preload Adjustment
      • 7.7.28.2: Crossover Ring Adjustment
      • 7.7.28.3: High / Low Speed Compression Adjustment (Scrambler XP 1000 S Models Only)
      • 7.7.28.4: Rebound Damping Adjustment
    • 7.7.29: Handlebar Adjustment
    • 7.7.30: Cleaning and Storage
      • 7.7.30.1: Washing the Vehicle
        • 7.7.30.1.1: Washing Tips
      • 7.7.30.2: Polishing the Vehicle
        • 7.7.30.2.1: Polishing Tips
      • 7.7.30.3: Storage Tips
        • 7.7.30.3.1: Clean the Exterior
        • 7.7.30.3.2: Stabilize the Fuel
        • 7.7.30.3.3: Oil and Filter
        • 7.7.30.3.4: Air Filter / Air Box
        • 7.7.30.3.5: Fluid Levels
        • 7.7.30.3.6: Inspect and Lubricate
        • 7.7.30.3.7: Fog the Engine
        • 7.7.30.3.8: Battery Maintenance
        • 7.7.30.3.9: Storage Area / Covers
  • Specifications
    • 8.1 Sportsman XP 1000 S
    • 8.2 Scrambler XP 1000 S
    • 8.3 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: 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
  • Chapter 11: Maintenance Log
    • 11.11.1: Maintenance Log

Sportsman XP 1000 S Models

In this section:

  1. LED Pod Headlight Replacement
  2. Pod Headlight Adjustment
  3. LED Front Bumper Headlight Replacement
  4. LED Front Bumper Headlight Adjustment
  5. LED Brake Light / Taillight Replacement
Parent topic: Lights

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