Polaris RANGER 500, Owner'S Manual

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ITEM
MAINTENANCE INTERVAL
(WHICHEVER COMES FIRST)
REMARKS
HRS CLNDR
MILES
(KM)
XU Radiator 100 H 12 M -
Inspect; clean external
surfaces
XU
Cooling Hoses
100 H 12 M -
Inspect for leaks; clean
external surfaces
XU
Engine mounts
100 H 12 M -
Inspect
Exhaust muffler
/pipe
100 H 12 M -
Inspect
D
E
Spark plug
100 H 12 M
1000
(1600)
inspect; replace as needed
XU
Wiring
100 H 12 M -
Inspect for wear, routing,
security; apply dielectric
grease to connectors
subjected to water, mud, etc.
D Clutches 100 H 12 M
1000
(1600)
Inspect; clean; replace worn
parts
D
Front wheel
bearings
100 H 12 M -
Inspect; replace as needed
D Brake fluid 200 H 24 M -
Change every two years
Spark arrestor
- 60 M - Clean out
D
E
Valve clearance 500 H -
5000
(8000)
Inspect; adjust
D
Toe adjustment
-
Inspect periodically; adjust
when parts are replaced
Headlight aim
-
Adjust as needed
XU = Perform these procedures more often for vehicles subjected to severe use.
E = Emission Control System Service (California)
D = Have an authorized dealer perform these services.
* Service Note: Under extreme use, change demand drive fluid every 25 hours. "Extreme Use" is
defined as constant ADC operation on hilly or mountainous terrain, or if ADC is the primary mode of
AWD operation.
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