Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.
Operation is prohibited for those under 16 years of age.
This is an adult vehicle only.
The text is printed on 100% recycled
with 40% post-consumer waste (PCW).
Pantone 426 C
WARNING
Improper vehicle use can result in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
ALWAYS USE
AN APPROVED
HELMET AND
PROTECTIVE
GEAR
NEVER USE
ON PUBLIC
ROADS
NEVER CARRY
PASSENGERS
NEVER USE
WITH DRUGS
OR ALCOHOL
NEVER operate:
S without proper training or instruction.
S at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions.
S on public roads - a collision can occur with another
vehicle.
S with a passenger - passengers affect balance and
steering and increase risk of losing control.
ALWAYS:
S use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle
overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns.
S avoid paved surfaces - pavement may seriously affect
handling and control.
READ OWNER'S MANUAL.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
For your nearest Polaris dealer,
visit www.polarisindustries.com
Thank you for purchasing a Polaris vehicle, and welcome to our worldwide family of Polaris owners. We proudly produce an exciting line of
utility and recreational products.
• Snowmobiles
• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• RANGER
• Victory Motorcycles
Always follow the instructions and recommendations in this manual.
The manual contains instructions for minor maintenance, but information about major repairs is outlined in the Polaris Service Manual and
should be performed only by a factory certified Master Service Dealer
(MSD) technician. Please see your dealer for all of your service needs
during (and after) the warranty period.
For more information about Polaris, visit us online at www.polarisindustries.com.
®
utility vehicles
®
®
1
POLARIS, THE WAY OUT and HAWKEYE are registered trademarks of Polaris
Industries Inc.
Copyright 2009 Polaris Sales Inc. All information contained within this publication is
based on the latest product information at the time of publication. Due to constant
improvements in the design and quality of production components, some minor discrepancies may result between the actual vehicle and the information presented in this publication. Depictions and/or procedures in this publication are intended for reference use
only. No liability can be accepted for omissions or inaccuracies. Any reprinting or reuse
of the depictions and/or procedures contained within, whether whole or in part, is
expressly prohibited.
Printed in U.S.A.
2010 HAWKEYE 2X4 Owner’s Manual
P/N 9922362
The following signal words and symbols appear throughout this manual
and on your vehicle. Your safety is involved when these words and symbols are used. Become familiar with their meanings before reading the
manual.
The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation that may result in property damage.
The Prohibition Safety Sign indicates an action NOT to take in order
to avoid a hazard.
The Mandatory Action Sign indicates an action that NEEDS to be
taken to avoid a hazard.
5
INTRODUCTION
WARNING
Failure to follow the warnings in this manual can result in serious injury or death.
This Polaris vehicle is not a toy and can be hazardous to operate. A collision or
rollover can occur quickly, even during routine maneuvers, if you fail to take
proper precautions.
Read and understand your owner's manual and all warnings before operating
this Polaris vehicle.
Safety Training
When you purchased your new Polaris vehicle, your dealer offered a
hands-on safety training course. You were also provided with printed
materials that explain safe operating procedures. Review this information on a regular basis.
If you purchased a used Polaris vehicle from a party other than a Polaris
dealer, please request free safety training from any authorized Polaris
dealer.
Age Restrictions
This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. Operation is prohibited
for anyone under 16 years of age.
Restrictions
This vehicle is approved for OFF-ROAD TOWING ONLY. Towing a
trailer with this vehicle on public roads is prohibited.
Equipment Modifications
The warranty on your Polaris vehicle may be terminated if any equipment has been added, or if any modifications have been made, that
increase speed or power. The addition of certain accessories, including
(but not limited to) mowers, blades, tires, sprayers and large racks may
change vehicle handling. Use only Polaris-approved accessories. Know
their function and effect on the vehicle.
6
INTRODUCTION
####
VIN
Engine Serial Number
Key Number
Vehicle Identification Numbers
Record your vehicle's identification numbers and key number in the
spaces provided. Remove the spare key and store it in a safe place. An
ignition key can be duplicated only by ordering a Polaris key blank
(using your key number) and mating it with one of your existing keys.
The ignition switch must be replaced if all keys are lost.
Vehicle Model Number: ___________________________________________________
Serious injury or death can result if you do not follow the instructions and
procedures listed here and throughout this manual.
Read and understand all warnings, cautions
and operating procedures in this manual and
on the safety labels before operating this
vehicle.
Never operate this vehicle without proper
instruction. Take a training course. Beginners
should receive training from a certified
instructor. Contact an authorized Polaris
dealer or visit the Polaris web site at
www.polarisindustries.com.
Never permit others to operate this vehicle unless they have read and
understand this manual and all product labels, and have completed a certified
safety training course.
Never carry a passenger. The purpose of the
long seat is to allow the operator to shift
position as needed during operation. It is not
intended for carrying passengers.
Never allow anyone under 16 years of age to
operate this vehicle.
8
Operator Safety
Always wear an approved helmet
that fits properly. Wear eye
protection (goggles or face
shield), gloves, boots, long
sleeves and long pants.
Never consume alcohol or drugs before
or while operating this vehicle.
Never operate at excessive speeds.
Travel and turn at speeds appropriate for
the terrain, visibility, operating conditions
and your experience.
SAFETY
Never attempt jumps or other stunts.
9
SAFETY
Operator Safety
Always inspect your vehicle before
each use to verify that it's in safe
operating condition. Follow the
inspection and maintenance
procedures outlined in this manual.
See page 35.
Keep both hands on the handlebars.
Keep both feet on the footrests.
Always travel slowly when operating on
unfamiliar terrain. Use extra caution.
Use caution when operating on rough,
slippery or loose terrain.
10
Operator Safety
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for turning. Never turn sharply at excessive
speeds, which can lead to vehicle overturn. See
page 39.
If this vehicle has been involved in an accident,
always have an authorized Polaris dealer inspect
the entire vehicle for possible damage, including
(but not limited to) brake, throttle and steering
systems.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving on hills. See page 41. Never
operate on hills too steep for this vehicle or for your
abilities. Practice on smaller hills before attempting
larger hills. Avoid climbing hills steeper than 15°.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving downhill and for braking on hills.
See page 43.
SAFETY
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual
for crossing the side of a hill. See page 42. Never
attempt to turn this vehicle around on any hill until
you've mastered (on level ground) the turning
technique outlined in this manual.
11
SAFETY
Operator Safety
Always follow the procedures outlined in
this manual for braking if you stall or roll
backwards while climbing a hill. Never
back down a hill. See page 44.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating over
obstacles. See page 48.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating on slippery or
loose surfaces. Use extra caution. Always avoid skidding or sliding. See page
40.
Always follow the procedures outlined in
this manual for driving through water.
Never drive through deep or fast-flowing
water. See page 46.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving in reverse. See
page 49.
Always use the size and type of tires
specified for your vehicle. Maintain the
proper tire pressure.
12
SAFETY
Operator Safety
Never modify this vehicle through
improper installation or use of
accessories.
Never exceed the stated load capacity for your vehicle. Cargo must be properly
distributed and securely attached. Reduce speed and follow the instructions in
this manual for carrying cargo or towing. Allow a greater distance for braking.
Never operate this vehicle on a frozen body of water.
Always avoid operating this vehicle on paved surfaces, including sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots and streets. Never operate this vehicle on a public
street, road or highway, including a dirt or gravel road.
Always remove the ignition key when
the vehicle is not in use to prevent
unauthorized use or accidental
starting.
Hot components can cause serious burns and fire. Do not touch hot exhaust
system components. Always keep combustible materials away from the exhaust
system.
For more information about safety, contact an authorized Polaris
dealer or visit the Polaris web site at www.polarisindustries.com.
13
SAFETY
+
Safety Labels and Locations
Warning labels have been placed on the vehicle for your protection.
Read and follow the instructions on each label carefully. If a label
becomes illegible or comes off, contact your Polaris dealer to purchase a
replacement. Replacement safety labels are provided by Polaris at no
charge. The part number is printed on the label.
The following pages repeat the information found on each label.
General Warning
WARNING
Improper ATV use can result in
SEVERE INJURY or DEATH
ALWAYS USE AN APPROVED
HELMET AND PROTECTIVE
GEAR
NEVER USE ON PUBLIC ROADS
NEVER CARRY PASSENGERS
NEVER USE WITH DRUGS OR
ALCOHOL
NEVER operate:
• without proper training or instruction
• at speeds too fast for your skills or the conditions
• on public roads - a collision can occur with another vehicle
• with a passenger - passengers affect balance and steering and increase risk
of losing control
ALWAYS:
• use proper riding techniques to avoid vehicle overturns on hills and rough terrain and in turns
• avoid paved surfaces - pavement may seriously affect handling and control
LOCATE AND READ OWNER’S MANUAL.
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS.
7175376
14
Safety Labels and Locations
+
+
Discretionary Warning
WARNING
• Never operate this ATV on HILLS
steeper than 25 degrees 25°.
To prevent overturn on hilly terrain, use throttle and brakes grad-
ually, and shift weight uphill.
• REVERSE operation can be dan-
gerous even at low speeds. Steering becomes difficult. To prevent
loss of control, avoid sudden braking or sharp turns.
7175511
Tire Pressure/Load Warning
WARNING
Improper tire pressure or overloading can
cause loss of control.
Loss of control can result in severe injury
WARNING
NEVER ride as a passenger.
Passengers can cause a loss of control, resulting in SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH.
7175378
Age 16 Warning
WARNING
Operating this ATV if you are under the age of 16 increases your chance of
severe injury or death.
NEVER operate this ATV if you are under age 16.
16
7175374
SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Clutch Cover Warning
WARNING
NO STEP
• Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not
operate vehicle with guard removed.
• Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible
imbalance, and excessive engine RPM, which can result in serious injury or
death.
Rack Warning, Front and Rear
WARNING
• DO NOT TOW FROM RACK OR BUMPER. Vehicle damage or tipover may
result causing severe injury or death. Tow only from tow hooks or hitch.
• Max Rack Loads: Front 70 lbs. (32 kg) Rear 100 lbs. (46 kg)
Reverse Override Warning (4X4 Models)
WARNING
Improper use of override button can lead to loss of control resulting in severe
injury or death. Do not activate override while throttle is engaged. Always apply
throttle gradually, while in reverse.
Override Switch (2X4 Models)
Reverse speed is limited. Reverse override is controlled by the override switch.
See your Owner's Manual.
All Wheel Drive Switch (4X4 Models)
Do not push switch to engage AWD if the rear wheels are spinning. This may
cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage. See your Owner's Manual.
Hitch Capacity Label
TRAILER MAX WEIGHT:
750 LBS. (340 KG) ON LEVEL GROUND
HITCH MAX. VERTICAL WEIGHT: 75 LBS. (34 KG)
17
SAFETY
Helmet
Eye Protection
Gloves
Boots
Long Pants
Long
Sleeves
E
4
051039
0006.31
Safe Riding Gear
Always wear protective clothing to reduce the chance of injury.
Helmet
Always wear a helmet that meets or exceeds established safety standards.
Approved helmets in the USA and Canada bear a U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) label.
Approved helmets in Europe, Asia and Oceania
bear the ECE 22.05 label. The ECE mark consists
of a circle surrounding the letter E, followed by the
distinguishing number of the country which has
granted approval. The approval number and serial
number will also be displayed on the label.
18
SAFETY
Safe Riding Gear
Eye Protection
Do not depend on eyeglasses or sunglasses for eye protection. Whenever riding a Polaris vehicle, always wear shatterproof goggles or use a
shatterproof helmet face shield. Polaris recommends wearing approved
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) bearing markings such as VESC
8, V-8, Z87.1, or CE. Make sure protective eye wear is kept clean.
Gloves
Off-road style gloves with knuckle pads are the best for comfort and
protection.
Boots
The best footwear is a pair of sturdy over-the-calf boots with low heels.
Clothing
Always wear long sleeves and long pants to protect arms and legs.
Riding pants with kneepads and a jersey with shoulder pads provide the
best protection.
19
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Mode/Reverse
Override
Switch
Main Key Switch
Engine
Stop Switch
Headlight
Switch
All Wheel Drive Switch
(4X4 Models)
Switches
Mode/Reverse Override Switch
This vehicle is equipped with a reverse speed limiter system.To gain
additional power while backing, depress the override switch.
The override switch also allows activation of All Wheel Drive in
reverse, if the AWD switch is on. This switch is also used to toggle
through the modes of the rider information center. See page 30.
Activating the override switch with the throttle open and while operating in
reverse can cause loss of control. Do not activate the override switch while the
throttle is open.
20
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
OFFOFFRUN
Switches
Engine Stop Switch
Move the stop switch either left
or right to the OFF position to
stop the engine quickly. The
engine will not start or run when
the switch is off.
Both the main switch and the engine stop switch will shut off all electrical power to the vehicle, including lights.
Main Key Switch
Use the main key switch to start the engine. See page 36 for starting procedures.
Headlight Switch
Use the headlight switch to turn the lights on and off and to change the
lights from high beam to low beam.
The lights won't work unless the key is in the ON position and the
engine stop switch is in the RUN position.
Operating this vehicle on streets or roads, especially in darkness, could result in
an accident and serious injury or death.
Your vehicle is not equipped with highway-approved lights. It's designed for and
must be used for off-road use only. Use caution and drive at reduced speeds in
conditions of reduced visibility such as fog, rain and darkness.
All Wheel Drive Switch (4x4 Models)
See page 29 for all wheel drive information.
21
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Throttle Lever
Engine speed and vehicle
movement are controlled by
pressing the throttle lever.
The throttle lever is spring
loaded. Engine speed returns
to idle when the lever is
released.
Failure to check or maintain proper operation of the throttle system can result in
an accident if the throttle lever sticks during operation. Check the lever for
proper operation before starting the engine. Check occasionally during
operation.
Do not start or operate a vehicle with sticking or improperly operating throttle
controls. Contact your dealer for repair if throttle problems arise.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC)
This vehicle is equipped with Polaris Electronic Throttle Control (ETC),
which is designed to reduce the risk of a frozen or stuck throttle. If the
throttle cable should stick in an open position when the operator releases
the throttle lever, the engine will stop, and power to the rear wheels will
cease.
The Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) stops the engine in the event of a throttle
system malfunction. Do not modify the ETC system or replace it with other
throttle mechanisms.
22
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Brake Lever
Squeeze the brake lever toward the
handlebar to apply the front and
rear brakes. These brakes are
hydraulically activated disc type
brakes that are activated by only
one lever.
Always test brake lever travel and
master cylinder fluid level before
riding. When squeezed, the lever
should feel firm. Any sponginess
would indicate a possible fluid leak or low master cylinder fluid level,
which must be corrected before riding. Contact your dealer for proper
diagnosis and repairs.
Operating this vehicle with a spongy brake lever can result in loss of braking,
which could cause an accident. Never operate this vehicle with a spongy-feeling
brake lever.
23
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Parking Brake
Operating this vehicle while the parking brake is engaged could result in an
accident and serious injury or death. Always check to be sure the parking brake
is disengaged before operating.
Locking the Parking Brake
1. Place the transmission in
gear.
2. Squeeze and release the brake
lever two or three times, then
squeeze and hold.
3. Push the parking brake lock
forward to engage the lock.
4. Release the brake lever.
5. To release the parking brake lock, squeeze and release the brake
lever. It will return to its unlocked position.
Important Safeguards
• The parking brake may relax if left on for a long period of time.
Always block the wheels to prevent rolling.
• Always block the wheels on the downhill side of this vehicle if leaving it parked on a hill. Another option is to park in a sidehill position.
• Never depend on the parking brake alone if this vehicle is parked on a
hill. Always block the wheels to prevent rolling.
24
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Auxiliary Foot Brake
Auxiliary Foot Brake
The auxiliary brake system is intended to be used as a backup for the
main brake system. Should the main system fail, use the auxiliary foot
brake.
Aggressively applying the auxiliary brake when backing down a hill may cause
rear tipover, which could result in serious injury or death.
Use caution when applying the auxiliary brake. Do not aggressively apply the
auxiliary brake when going forward. The rear wheels may skid and slide sideways, causing loss of control and serious injury or death.
The auxiliary foot brake is
located on the inside of the
right footrest. Operate this
brake with your right foot.
If the rear wheels slide while
using the auxiliary brake,
reduce brake pedal pressure to
brake the rear wheels without
skidding.
Check the brake fluid level frequently for the auxiliary brake system.
See page 71.
25
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Fuel Tank
Cap
ONOFF
Choke
The choke assists in starting a cold engine. Refer to the engine starting
procedure on page 36 for correct choke and throttle settings during starting.
Fuel Tank Cap
Remove the fuel tank cap to add
fuel to the fuel tank. Use either
leaded or unleaded gasoline with a
minimum pump octane number of
87=(R+ M/2) octane. Do not use
fuel with ethanol content greater
than 10%, such as E-85 fuel.
Fuel Valve
The fuel valve is located on the
bottom of the fuel tank. Access the
fuel valve through the right front
wheel well or from the front of the
vehicle.
ON: For normal operation.
OFF: For vehicle storage and
when transporting.
Refuel when the instrument gauge
indicates a low fuel level.
Fuel Filter
The in-line fuel filter should be replaced by your dealer after every 100
hours of operation or annually. Do not attempt to clean the fuel filter.
26
FEATURES AND CONTROLS
Gear
Selector
Automatic Transmission Gear Selector
The transmission gear
selector is located on the
right side of the vehicle.
H: High Gear
N: Neutral
R: Reverse
Whenever this vehicle is
left unattended, always
place the transmission in
gear and lock the parking
brake.
Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the vehicle is moving
can cause transmission damage. Stop the vehicle, release the throttle and move
the shift lever to the desired gear. See your dealer if you experience any shifting
problems.
27
Loading...
+ 96 hidden pages
You need points to download manuals.
1 point = 1 manual.
You can buy points or you can get point for every manual you upload.