Polaris 500 IQ Shift - User Manual

Polaris 500 IQ Shift

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 4 – WELCOME; wide family of Polaris enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at
  • Page 6 – TABLE OF CONTENTS; decals and their locations.
  • Page 7 – INTRODUCTION; Vehicle Identification Numbers; your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is neces-
  • Page 8 – Preservation of the Environment; Noise Level; One of the most publicized issues about snowmobiles is noise. The; Air Pollution
  • Page 9 – SAFETY; Operator Safety; WARNING; CAUTION; NOTICE
  • Page 10 – Follow the recommended maintenance program beginning on page 62
  • Page 11 – Stay Clear of Track; exposed for proper operation.; Stay Clear of Engine; secure the hood, and then restart the engine to check its operation.; Riding Position; be seated with both feet on the running boards and both hands on the
  • Page 12 – Riding Apparel; Helmet
  • Page 13 – Survival Preparation
  • Page 14 – Disabled Operators; Your Polaris snowmobile is designed for a single rider only. Do not; Excessive Speed; ond your machine travels. If your speed is 40 MPH, your machine is
  • Page 15 – Driver Awareness
  • Page 16 – Avalanches
  • Page 17 – Ice and Snow Build-up; the steering linkage.; Driving on Slippery Surfaces
  • Page 18 – Driving Downhill; clutch engaged, allowing the engine's compression to help slow the
  • Page 19 – Driving in Hilly Terrain; unavoidable, keep your weight low and forward. If you must cross the
  • Page 20 – Do not operate the engine with the drive belt removed.
  • Page 21 – Inadequate Snow Conditions; and, on liquid cooled models, cooling for the engine, adequate snow
  • Page 22 – Driving Responsibly
  • Page 23 – Windchill/Temperature Charts; peratures become dangerous for riding.
  • Page 24 – Safety Decals and Locations; Warning decals have been placed on the snowmobile for your protec-; Clutch Cover Warning; This warning decal is found under the hood on the clutch cover:
  • Page 25 – Track Warning; The track warning decal is on the
  • Page 26 – Reverse Warning; The reverse warning decal is located; Operation Warning; The operation warning decal is
  • Page 28 – FEATURES
  • Page 30 – Fuel Valve
  • Page 31 – THE PERFECT FIT; Front Suspension Adjustments; Break in the suspension for about 150 miles (240 km) before making; IFS Components
  • Page 32 – Shock Spring Preload
  • Page 33 – Rear Suspension Adjustments
  • Page 34 – Suspension Performance Tips; Track Tension
  • Page 35 – Initial Spring Preload Setting (Sag Method); Suspension Recommended Sag
  • Page 36 – IQ Rear Suspension Adjustments; Torsion Spring Preload
  • Page 37 – Suspension Coupling; Front To Rear Coupling and the Front Rear Scissor Stop
  • Page 38 – Rear To Front Coupling and the Rear Rear Scissor Stop; The rear rear scissor stop (RRSS) couples the movement of the rear
  • Page 39 – Weight Transfer During Acceleration; The preferred method for controlling
  • Page 40 – Traction Products; Carbide Skags; control on hard-packed snow and ice. Replace worn skags to maintain; Accessories
  • Page 41 – Handlebar Adjustments; When making handlebar adjustments, always be sure the handlebars,; Handlebar Position
  • Page 42 – Handlebar Angle
  • Page 43 – ) on the referenced pages to; Item
  • Page 44 – Before Starting the Engine; Read and Understand Your Owner's Manual; Read the Owner's Manual completely and refer to it often. The manual; Throttle Lever; the engine. Have the throttle serviced immediately.; Throttle Safety Switch; See page
  • Page 45 – Brakes; Brake Lever Travel
  • Page 46 – Parking Brake Lever Lock; Lock Engagement; Lock Release
  • Page 47 – Steering System; Track
  • Page 48 – Hood Latches; found, see your Polaris dealer for replacement.
  • Page 49 – Start the Engine and Check; Engine Stop Switch
  • Page 50 – OPERATION; Starting the Engine; CHOKE POSITIONS
  • Page 51 – Emergency Stopping; event of an emergency. See page 56 for more information about the; SYSTEM
  • Page 52 – Oil Injection System; Always check and fill the oil tank when refueling. See page 53.; Oil Recommendations; systems. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Premium (Blue) or VES; Slide Rail and Track Cooling
  • Page 54 – Fuel
  • Page 55 – Do not use fuel; Fuel System Deicers; Never use deicers or additives
  • Page 56 – Oil; Low Oil Indicator Light; the snowmobile. See page 49 for oil recommendations.; Low Oil Level; See your Polaris dealer for recommended replacement parts.
  • Page 57 – Carburetion; be caused by snow build-up on the pre-filter in the air intake system.
  • Page 58 – Jetting Guidelines; ambient temperatures of 0
  • Page 61 – Electronic Reverse (PERC
  • Page 62 – Engaging Reverse; Disengaging Reverse
  • Page 63 – Towing
  • Page 64 – MAINTENANCE; Emission Control Information; Emission Control Label; tion hangtag. These items are required by U.S. Environmental; Emission Control Maintenance Requirements; any service that may be necessary.
  • Page 65 – Polaris Recommended Maintenance Program; lined in this manual. Record maintenance and service in the Mainte-
  • Page 66 – Periodic Maintenance Interval Table; may need to increase frequency based on riding conditions. When
  • Page 69 – Lubrication; Front Suspension; The front suspension does not require lubrication.; Rear Suspension
  • Page 70 – Driveshaft Bearing
  • Page 71 – Chaincase Oil; Oil Check
  • Page 72 – Oil Change; the oil into a drain pan. Allow the oil
  • Page 73 – Spark Plugs; It’s very important to use the correct spark plug for your machine. A; spark plug for correct color.
  • Page 74 – Spark Plug Condition; Normal Plug; combustion deposits. The electrodes are not burned or eroded. This; Wet Fouled Plug; end. There may be a carbon layer over the entire nose. Generally, the; Spark Plug Removal and Replacement
  • Page 75 – Intake Filters
  • Page 76 – Fuel Filter/Fuel Lines; Cooling System
  • Page 77 – Carburetor; Carburetor Adjustments
  • Page 78 – Carburetor Water/Sediment Trap; of a hose with a plug, should be drained about every 1000 miles (1600; Cleaning Procedure; towels below the plug to
  • Page 79 – Drive Chain Tension
  • Page 80 – Hydraulic Brake Inspection
  • Page 81 – Brake Fluid; allow for diaphragm movement, and if they become plugged, movement
  • Page 82 – Bleeding the Hydraulic Brake System; Bleed the system before operating the snowmobile.; flow of fluid into an approved container.
  • Page 83 – Lights; Headlight Bulb Removal
  • Page 84 – Taillight/Brakelight Replacement
  • Page 85 – Clutch System; as isopropyl alcohol.; Clutch Alignment Offset; required to check for proper alignment.; Clutch Center Distance; for your machine. If adjustment is necessary, see your dealer.
  • Page 86 – Drive Belt Condition; threaded hole in the outer sheave of the clutch.
  • Page 87 – Drive Belt Installation; Drop the drive belt over the; Drive Belt; the shift pattern, resulting in poor performance.
  • Page 88 – Drive Belt Deflection; slightly; Torque Stop
  • Page 89 – Track Maintenance; Track Inspection
  • Page 90 – Track Lubrication; in limited lubrication, resulting in excessive wear.
  • Page 91 – rect tension and alignment.
  • Page 92 – If the track needs adjustment:; ment on both sides of the track.
  • Page 93 – Track Alignment
  • Page 94 – Steering Inspection and Adjustment; tighten if necessary.
  • Page 95 – Ski Alignment; With the handlebars in a straight ahead position, and with vehicle
  • Page 96 – Ski Skags; Skag Replacement
  • Page 97 – Rail Slide Wear; Suspension Maintenance; Pre-Ride Suspension Inspection
  • Page 98 – Daily Storage; Cleaning and Preservation
  • Page 99 – Extended Storage; Bearings; the Master Repair Manual. See your dealer.; Engine and Carburetor Protection; Whenever the machine is stored for a period of more than 60 days, the
  • Page 100 – Electrical Connections; Moderate track tension should be maintained; Transporting the Snowmobile; Remove the ignition key to prevent loss.
  • Page 101 – POLARIS PRODUCTS; Description
  • Page 102 – TROUBLESHOOTING; Engine Troubleshooting; see your dealer if technical problems arise.; Problem
  • Page 105 – IQ Suspension Troubleshooting
  • Page 106 – Drive Belt Troubleshooting; Belt Wear/Burn Diagnosis
  • Page 107 – WARRANTY; Service and Warranty Information; Obtaining Service and Warranty Assistance; Polaris Customer Service
  • Page 108 – Polaris Anti-Theft System; Administration; Polaris snowmobile owner reports theft.; list of all stolen units to further monitor thefts.
  • Page 109 – Limited Warranty; Limitations of warranties and remedies
  • Page 111 – Conditions and Exclusions
  • Page 112 – Polaris Second Year Engine Service Contract; Consumer Exclusions
  • Page 113 – Exported Vehicles; How to Get Service; Notice
  • Page 116 – MAINTENANCE LOG; mobile is serviced. This will provide you and future owners with an
  • Page 119 – INDEX
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Page 4 - WELCOME; wide family of Polaris enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at

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Page 6 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; decals and their locations.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 This section contains helpful information for owners and drivers and illustrates the location of important identification numbers that should be recorded in the owner's manual. Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 7 - INTRODUCTION; Vehicle Identification Numbers; your snowmobile and forward it to us. This completed form is neces-

4 INTRODUCTION Vehicle Identification Numbers Record your snowmobile's identification numbers and key number in the spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. Your key can be duplicated only by mating a Polaris key blank with one of your existing keys, so if both keys are lo...

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