Throughout these instructions, important information is brought to your attention by the following symbols:
The Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
DANGER
Failure to follow DANGER instructions will result in severe injury or death to the operator, bystander orperson
inspecting or servicing the ATV.
WARNING
Failure to follow WARNING instructions could result in severe injury or death to the operator, bystander or
person inspecting or servicing the ATV.
CAUTION:
A CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid personal injury, or ATV or property
damage.
NOTE:
A NOTE provides key information to clarify instructions.
Trademarks
Polaris acknowledges the following products mentioned in this manual:
FLEXLOC, Registered Trademark of SPS Technologies
Loctite, Registered Trademark of the Loctite Corporation
STA-BIL, Registered Trademark of Gold Eagle
FOX, Registered Trademark of Fox Shox
Nyogel, Trademark of Wm. F. Nye Co.
Fluke, Registered Trademark of John Fluke Mfg. Co.
Mity Vac, Registered Trademark of Neward Enterprises, Inc.
Ammco, Registered Trademark of Ammco Tools, Inc.
Torx, Registered Trademark of Textron
Hilliard, Trademark of the Hilliard Corporation
2003 SPORTSMAN 600/700
SERVICE MANUAL
Foreword
This manual is designed primarily for use by certified Polaris Master Service Dealer technicians in a properly
equipped shop and should be kept available for reference. All references to left and right side of the vehicle
are from the operator’s perspective when seated in a normal riding position.
Some procedures outlined inthis manual require a sound knowledge of mechanical theory, tool use, and shop
procedures in order to perform the work safely and correctly. Technicians should read the text and be familiar
with service procedures before starting the work. Certain procedures require the use of special tools. Use
only the proper tools as specified.
This manual includes procedures for maintenance operations, component identification and unit repair, along
with service specifications for 2003 Polaris Sportsman 600/700 ATVs. Comments or suggestions about this
manual may be directed to: Service Publications Dept. @ Polaris Sales Inc. 2100 Hwy 55 Medina Minnesota
55340.
2002 Sportsman 600/700 ATV Service Manual (PN 9918066)
ECopyright 2002 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 descrepancies
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.
Glossary of Terms1.17-1.18........................
1.1
GENERAL INFORMATION
MODEL IDENTIFICA
The machine model number must be used with any correspondence regarding warranty or service.
TION
Machine Model Number Identification
A03CH68AA
Emissions &
Year Designation
ENGINE DESIGNATION
EH068OLE11Twin cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Electric Start...............
EH059OLE11Twin cylinder, Liquid Cooled, 4 Stroke, Electric Start...............
VIN IDENTIFICA
World Mfg. ID
1
2
4XA C H
Body Style
3
TION
Vehicle Description
5
4
Powertrain
6
68A* 2P0 00 0 00
Engine
Basic Chassis
DesignationEngine Designation
NUMBERS
Vehicle Identifier
8
7
Emissions
9
Model
Year
Check Digit
10 1
Plant No.
13
12
1
Individual Serial No.
Model Option
14
15
16
17
* This could be either
a number or a letter
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCA
Whenever corresponding about an engine, be sure to refer to
the engine model number and serial number. This information
can be found on the sticker applied to the top side of the
crankcase (A). An additional number is stamped on the side of
the crankcase beneath the cylinder coolant elbow.
TION
MACHINE MODEL NUMBER AND
SERIAL NUMBER LOCA
The machine model number and serial number are
important for vehicle identification. The machine serial
number is stamped on the lower left side of the frame
tube.(B)
TRANSMISSION I.D.
LOCA
TION
TION
NUMBER
A
Front
B
The transmission I.D. number is located on
the right side of machine.
1.2
GENERALINFORMATION
2003 SPRORTSMAN 600 & 700 MODELS
SPORTSMAN 600
SPORTSMAN 700
NOTE: MODELS WILL VARY IN COLOR.
1.3
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
FRONT
46 in
116.84 cm
85 in
215.90 cm
1.4
SIDE
50.75 in
128.90 cm
GENERALINFORMATION
MACHINE DIMENSIONS
46 in
116.84 cm
47 in
119.38 cm
REAR
11 in
27.94 cm
46 in
116.84 cm
1.5
MODEL:2002 SPORTSMAN 700..........
ltitude
Below40
F
+40
Fan
dabov
e
Meter
s
0-180
0
(Feet
)
Above1800
Altitud
e
ue/
Gre
e
Meter
s
0-180
0
Blue/Gree
n
(Feet
)
ue/
Gre
e
180
0-370
0
Blue/Gree
n
MODEL NUMBER:A02CH68AA/CA.
ENGINE MODEL:EH68ALOE1..
CARBURETION
TypeBST 34 Mikuni................
Main Jet162.5............
Pilot Jet45.............
Jet Needle4BH41--4...........
Needle JetP-6...........
Throttle Valve#100........
Pilot Screw1.5 Turns Out..........
Pilot Air Jet160..........
Valve Seat1.5...........
Float Height14.7mm (.58I)±1mm.........
Fuel Octane (R+M/2)87 Non-Oxygenated or.
89 Oxygenated
CLUTCH
TypePVT....................
Belt3211091.....................
Belt Width (Projected)1.188I (30.18mm).....
Side Angle (Overall)28°±2°......
Outside Circumference40.875 ±.188I....
Center Distance10±.12I (254.5mm)..........
Clutch Offset0.5I (12.7mm)............
Secondary SpringWhite/Yellow........
Driven HelixCompound (EBS).............
Spring Position (Helix)N/A....
Spring Position (Sheave)N/A..
GENERALINFORMATION
JETTING CHART
Altitude
Meters
(Feet)
0-1800
(0-6000)
Above 1800
Above (6000)
CLUTCH CHART
*EBS require no helix/spring adjustment
Meters
(Feet)
0-1800
(0-6000)
1800-3700
(6000-12000)
AMBIENT TEMPERATURE
Below 40 °F
Below +5°C
167.5162.5
160155
SAShift
WeightSpringSpringHelix
20--56
20--54
Drive Clutch
Bl
(5631215)
Bl
(5631214)
+40_F and above
+5_C and above
Driven Clutch
n
White/YellowEBS
n
White/YellowEBS
Driven
ENGINE
Type4 Cycle, Twin Cyl........................
Displacement683 cc...............
Bore3.149I (80 mm).......................
Stroke2.677I (68 mm).....................
Valve Clearance In/Ex0.006/0.006I@ TDC on compression.......
When ordering service parts be sure to use the correct parts manual.
Parts
Manual PN
Parts
Micro Fiche
PN
PAINT CODES
PAINTED PARTCOLOR
DESCRIPTION
SpringsBlack9440P-067
FRAME COLOR - (All) P067 Medium Gloss Black 9440 / 8520147.
Order direct from Midwest Industrial Coatings (952-942-1840). Mix as directed.
DITZLER
NUMBER
POLARIS
NUMBER
REPLACEMENT KEYS
Replacement keys can be made from the original
key. To identify which series the key is, take the
first two digits on the original key and refer to the
chart to the right for the proper part number.
Should both keys become lost, ignition switch
replacement is required.
31XX
Key Series
Number
Series #Part Number
204010278
214010278
224010321
234010321
274010321
284010321
314110141
324110148
674010278
684010278
1.12
GENERALINFORMATION
STANDARD TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
The following torque specifications are to be used as a general guideline. There are exceptions in the steering,
suspension, and engine areas. Always consult the exploded views in each manual section for torque values of
fasteners before using standard torque.
ABDC: After bottom dead center.
ACV: Alternating current voltage.
Alternator: Electrical generator producing alternating current voltage.
ATDC: After top dead center.
BBDC: Before bottom dead center.
BDC: Bottom dead center.
BTDC: Before top dead center.
CC: Cubic centimeters.
Center Distance: Distance between center of crankshaft and center of driven clutch shaft.
Chain Pitch: Distance between chain link pins (No. 35 = 3/8² or 1 cm). Polaris measures chain length in number of
pitches.
CI: Cubic inches.
Clutch Buttons: Plastic bushings which transmit rotation of the clutch to the movable sheave in the drive and driven
clutch.
Clutch Offset: Drive and driven clutches are offset so that drive belt will stay nearly straight as it moves along the clutch
faces.
Clutch Weights: Three levers in the drive clutch which relative to their weight, profile andengine RPM cause the drive
clutch to close.
Condenser/Capacitor: A storage reservoir for DC voltage.
Crankshaft Run-Out: Run-out or “bend” of crankshaft measured with a dial indicator while crankshaft is supported
between centers on V blocks or resting in crankcase. Measure at various points especially at PTO end.
DCV: Direct current voltage.
Dial Bore Gauge: A cylinder measuring instrument which uses a dial indicator. Good for showing taper and
out-of-round in the cylinder bore.
Electrical Open: Open circuit. An electrical circuit which isn’t complete.
Electrical Short: Short circuit. An electrical circuit which is completed before the current reaches the intended load.
(i.e. a bare wire touching the chassis).
End Seals: Rubber seals at each end of the crankshaft.
Engagement RPM: Engine RPM at which the drive clutch engages to make contact with the drive belt.
ft.: Foot/feet.
Foot Pound: Ft. lb. A force of one pound at the end of a lever one foot in length, applied in a rotational direction.
g: Gram. Unit of weight in the metric system.
gal.: Gallon.
HP: Horsepower.
ID: Inside diameter.
in.: Inch/inches.
Inch Pound: In. lb. 12 in. lbs. = 1 ft. lb.
kg/cm2: Kilograms per square centimeter.
kg-m: Kilogram meters.
Kilogram/meter: A force of one kilogram at the end of a lever one meter in length, applied in a rotational direction.
lorltr: Liter.
lbs/in2: Pounds per square inch.
Left Side: Always referred to based on normal operating position of the driver.
1.17
GENERALINFORMATION
GLOSSARY OF TERMS
m: Meter/meters.
Mag: Magneto.
Magnetic Induction: As a conductor (coil) is moved through a magnetic field, a voltage will be generated in the
windings. Mechanical energy is converted to electrical energy in the stator.
mi.: Mile/miles.
mm: Millimeter. Unit of length in the metric system. 1mm = approximately .040².
Nm: Newton meters.
OD: Outside diameter.
Ohm: The unit of electrical resistance opposing current flow.
oz.: Ounce/ounces.
Piston Clearance: Total distance between piston and cylinder wall.
psi.: Pounds per square inch.
PTO: Power take off.
PVT: Polaris Variable Transmission (Drive Clutch System)
qt.: Quart/quarts.
Regulator: Voltage regulator. Regulates battery charging system output at approx. 14.5 DCV as engine RPM
increases.
Reservoir Tank: The fill tank in the liquid cooling system.
Resistance: In the mechanical sense,friction orload. In theelectrical sense, ohms. Both result in energy conversion to
heat.
Right Side: Always referred to based on normal operating position of the driver.
RPM: Revolutions per minute.
Secondary Clutch: Driven clutch on chaincase or jackshaft.
SeizedPiston: Galling of the sides of apiston. Usually there is atransfer of aluminum from the pistononto the cylinder
Stator Plate: The plate mounted under the flywheel supporting the battery and ignition charging coils.
TDC: Top dead center. Piston’s most outward travel from crankshaft.
Vol t: The unit of measure for electrical pressure of electromotive force. Measured by a voltmeter in parallel with the
circuit.
Watt: Unit of electrical power. Watts = amperes x volts.
WOT: Wide open throttle.
1.18
MAINTENANCE
CHAPTER 2
MAINTENANCE
Periodic Maintenance Chart2.2-2.3...............
Pre-Ride Inspection2.3......................
Recommended Lubricants and Capacities2.4...
Lubricant and Maintenance Product Numbers 2.5
Steering and Toe Alignment2.22-2.25...............
Exhaust System Maintenance2.26.............
Brake System Service2.26-2.27....................
Suspension Service2.28......................
Controls2.28.................................
Wheel Removal/Installation2.29................
Tire Inspection2.29...........................
2.1
MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHART
Inspection, adjustment and lubrication intervals of important components is listed in the following chart.
Maintenance intervals are based upon average riding conditions and a vehicle speed of approximately 10 mph.
Inspect, clean, lubricate, adjust or replace parts as necessary.
NOTE: Inspection may reveal the need for replacement parts. Always use genuine Polaris parts. The following
symbols denote potential items to be aware of during maintenance:
H= CAUTION: Due to the nature of these adjustments, it is recommended this service be performed
by an authorized Polaris dealer.
"= Vehicles subjected to severe use (operation in wet or dusty areas, low speed heavy load
operation, prolonged idle) should be inspected and serviced more frequently. For engine oil,
short trip cold weather riding also constitutes severe use. Pay special attention to oil level. A
rise in oil level in cold weather can indicate contaminants collecting in the oil sump or
crankcase. Change oil immediately if oil level begins to rise.
E= Emission Control System Service (California).
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE - ENGINE
ItemMaintenance Interval
(Whichever comes first)
HoursCalendarMiles
(Km)
Engine Oil - Level/Change100 hrs6 months1000 (1600)Check Level Daily; Break--In service at 1 month
E"
Oil Filter100 hrs6 months1000 (1600)Replace with oil change
E
Air Filter - Screen Pre-CleanerDailyDaily--Ins pect-Clean & oil more often in dirty conditions
E"
Air Filter - Main ElementWeeklyWeekly--Inspect - Replace if necessary
Perform the following pre-ride inspection daily, and when servicing the vehicle at each scheduled maintenance.
GTires - check condition and pressures
GFuel and oil tanks - fill both tanks to their proper level; Do not overfill oil tank
GAll brakes - check operation and adjustment (includes auxiliary brake)
GThrottle - check for free operation
GHeadlight/Taillight/Brakelight - check operation of all indicator lights and switches
GEngine stop switch - check for proper function
GWheels - check for loose wheel nuts and axle nuts; check to be sure axle nuts are secured by
cotter pins
GAir cleaner element - check for dirt; clean or replace
GSteering - check for free operation noting any unusual looseness in any area
GLoose parts - visually inspect vehicle for any damaged or loose nuts, bolts or fasteners
GEngine coolant - check for proper level at the recovery bottle