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2026 Sportsman 450 / 570 Owner’s Manual

i 2026 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
- 1.1.3: Radio Compliance Statements
- 1.1.4: 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
  - 2.2.2.6: Additional Protective Gear
- 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: Operating on Pavement
  - 2.2.3.8: Operating on Public Roads
  - 2.2.3.9: Operating at Excessive Speeds
  - 2.2.3.10: Physical Control of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.11: Turning Improperly
  - 2.2.3.12: Jumps and Stunts
  - 2.2.3.13: Improper Hill Climbing
  - 2.2.3.14: Descending Hills Improperly
  - 2.2.3.15: Crossing Hillsides
  - 2.2.3.16: Stalling While Climbing a Hill
  - 2.2.3.17: Operating on Steep Hills
  - 2.2.3.18: Operating on Slippery Terrain
  - 2.2.3.19: Operating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  - 2.2.3.20: Improper Tire Maintenance
  - 2.2.3.21: Operating Improperly in Reverse
  - 2.2.3.22: Operating Over Obstacles
  - 2.2.3.23: Skidding or Sliding
  - 2.2.3.24: Operating a Damaged Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.25: Operating Through Water
  - 2.2.3.26: Improper Cargo Loading
  - 2.2.3.27: Operating on Frozen Bodies of Water
  - 2.2.3.28: Poor Visibility
  - 2.2.3.29: Physical Skills
  - 2.2.3.30: Hot Exhaust Systems
  - 2.2.3.31: Trailer Hitch Warning (If Equipped)
  - 2.2.3.32: Unauthorized Use of the Vehicle
  - 2.2.3.33: Equipment Modifications
- 2.2.4: Safety Labels and Locations
  - 2.2.4.1: General Warning
  - 2.2.4.2: Age 16 Warning
  - 2.2.4.3: Reverse Override / AWD Warning
  - 2.2.4.4: Clutch Cover Warning
  - 2.2.4.5: Tire Pressure / Load Warning
  - 2.2.4.6: No Passenger Warning
  - 2.2.4.7: Discretionary Warning
  - 2.2.4.8: Front Rack / Container Warning
  - 2.2.4.9: Rear Rack Warning
  - 2.2.4.10: Hitch Decal
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: 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)
  - 3.3.4.4: AWD Momentary Switch (If Equipped)
- 3.3.5: Drive Mode Switch (If Equipped)
- 3.3.6: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.6.1: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.6.2: 2x4 Mode
  - 3.3.6.3: ADC Mode (If Equipped)
  - 3.3.6.4: Engaging AWD
- 3.3.7: All Wheel Drive System
  - 3.3.7.1: 2x4 Mode
  - 3.3.7.2: AWD Mode
  - 3.3.7.3: ADC Mode (If Equipped)
- 3.3.8: Active Descent Control (ADC) System (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
    - 3.3.9.4.1: 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 (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.12.2.4: Outside Geofence Speed (If Equipped)
    - 3.3.12.2.5: Change PIN (If Equipped)
  - 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: Temporary Brake Lock 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 Lightly^SM
- 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 Inspection
- 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: Parking the Vehicle
  - 5.5.9.1: Parking on an Incline
- 5.5.10: Hauling Cargo
  - 5.5.10.1: Cargo Warning
  - 5.5.10.2: Hauling Cargo Guidelines
  - 5.5.10.3: Towing Loads
  - 5.5.10.4: 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 Fluid
- 8.8.7: Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
- 8.8.8: Fuel Recommendation
- 8.8.9: Power Steering Unit
- 8.8.10: Steering Assembly
- 8.8.11: Cooling System
  - 8.8.11.1: Recovery Bottle Coolant
  - 8.8.11.2: Radiator Coolant
- 8.8.12: Brakes
  - 8.8.12.1: Hand Brake
  - 8.8.12.2: Auxiliary Foot Brake
- 8.8.13: Side Panel / Footwell Removal
- 8.8.14: Side Panel / Footwell Installation
- 8.8.15: Tires
  - 8.8.15.1: Tire Tread Depth
  - 8.8.15.2: Wheel Removal
  - 8.8.15.3: Wheel Installation
  - 8.8.15.4: Wheel Nut Torque Specifications
- 8.8.16: Toe Alignment
- 8.8.17: Camber and Caster
- 8.8.18: Air Filter Inspection and Replacement
- 8.8.19: Fuse Replacement
- 8.8.20: Lights
  - 8.8.20.1: Halogen Pod Headlight Replacement
    (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.2: LED Pod Headlight Replacement
    (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.3: Pod Headlight Adjustment
  - 8.8.20.4: Halogen Front Bumper Headlight
    Replacement (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.5: LED Front Bumper Headlight Replacement (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.6: Halogen Front Bumper Headlight
    Adjustment (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.7: LED Front Bumper Headlight Adjustment (If Equipped)
  - 8.8.20.8: LED Brake Light / Taillight Replacement
- 8.8.21: Spark Plugs
  - 8.8.21.1: Spark Plug Recommendations
  - 8.8.21.2: Spark Plug Inspection
    - 8.8.21.2.1: Normal Plug
    - 8.8.21.2.2: Wet Fouled Plug
- 8.8.22: Vehicle Immersion
- 8.8.23: Spark Arrestor Service
- 8.8.24: PVT System
  - 8.8.24.1: Drive Belt Removal
  - 8.8.24.2: Drive Belt Inspection
  - 8.8.24.3: 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: Handlebar Adjustment
- 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 570 / 570 EPS / 570 Premium
- 9.9.3: Sportsman 570 Trail / 570 Ultimate
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: Spark Arrestor Warranty
- 12.12.4: Warranty Coverage and Exclusions
  - 12.12.4.1: Limitations Of Warranties And Remedies
  - 12.12.4.2: Lubricants and Fluids
- 12.12.5: How To Obtain Warranty Service
- 12.12.6: Exported Products
- 12.12.7: Notice
- 12.12.8: U.S.A. EPA Emissions Limited Warranty
- 12.12.9: California Residents
Chapter 13: Maintenance Log
- 13.13.1: Maintenance Log

Hauling Cargo

In this section:

Cargo Warning
Hauling Cargo Guidelines
Towing Loads
Towing Your Vehicle

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