Polaris 500 Touring Quadricycle Offroad Vehicle User Manual


 
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OPERATION
Starting the Engine
Operating the vehicle immediately after starting could cause engine damage.
Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes before operating.
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Place the transmission in
PARK.
3. Sit on the vehicle.
NOTE: The starter interlock will prevent the engine from starting if the trans-
mission is in gear and the brake is not engaged.
4. Move the engine stop switch to
RUN.
NOTE: Do not press the throttle while
starting the engine.
5. Turn the ignition key past the POSITION
LIGHTS ON position to engage the
starter. Activate the starter for a maxi-
mum of five seconds, releasing the key
when the engine starts.
500 EFI ONLY: The starter will automatically stop if
engaged for longer than 5 seconds. Move the key
to the OFF position and wait 10 seconds before
engaging the starter again.
6. If the engine does not start, release the starter and wait five seconds.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until the engine starts.
WARNING
Engine exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide and can cause loss of
consciousness resulting in severe injury or death. Never run an engine in an
enclosed area.