Polaris 400 450 & 500 Sportsman ATV (1996-2013) Service Repair Manual Description See the Models Covered tab for full model listing. Includes Color Wiring Diagrams. Clymer ATV repair manuals are written specifically for the do-it-yourself enthusiast. From basic maintenance to troubleshooting to complete overhaul Clymer manuals provide the information you need. The most important tool in your tool box may be your Clymer manual get one today.Every Clymer manual contains hundreds of original photographs and illustrations developed from a complete disassembly and assembly of a motorcycle. This in addition to extensive research allows Clymer to achieve an unmatched level of detail accuracy and clarity.The step-by-step instructions and two-column text with large print are user-friendly. Bold figure numbers make it easy to quickly match instructions with illustrations and photos. Thumb-tabbed chapters numbered table of contents and an extensive index make it possible to locate the desired section quickly. Contents This Polaris Sportsman ATV manual is 705 pages. QUICK REFERENCE DATA CHAPTER ONE / GENERAL INFORMATION Manual organization / Warnings cautions and notes / Safety / Serial numbers /Model identification (2004 models) / Fasteners / Shop supplies / Tools /Measuring tools / Electrical system fundamentals / Service methods / Storage / Specifications CHAPTER TWO / TROUBLESHOOTING Water damage / Starting the engine / Engine does not start / Poor engine performance / Electronic throttle control (ETC) / Fuel system / Engine / Engine lubrication / Cylinder leakdown test / Clutch system / Gearshift linkage /Transmission / Electrical testing / Electrical troubleshooting / Meter assembly / Front gearcase / Final drive / Front suspension and steering / Brake system / Specifications CHAPTER THREE / LUBRICATION MAINTENANCE AND TUNE-UP Engine oil level check / Engine oil and filter change / Oil pump priming / Oil pressure test / Transmission oil level check / Transmission oil change / Front gearcase oil level change / Front gearcase oil change / Front hub (1996-early 2004 models) oil level check / Front hub (1996-early 2004 models) oil change / Clutch draining and drying / Clutch belt inspection / Air filter service / Fuel tank vent hose / Fuel hose inspection / Fuel filter service / Brake system / Control cable lubrication Throttle cable/electronic throttle control (ETC) adjustment / Throttle cable adjustment / Choke cable inspection / Cooling system inspection / Coolant level check / Exhaust system / Suspension / Tires and wheels / Toe-in adjustment alignment / Lubrication service: front suspension arms front struts lower end of the steering shaft front drive axle inner U-joints front propeller shaft front U-joints rear U-joint upper and lower rear suspension arms and rear bar stabilizer assembly / Fastener inspection / Valve clearance / Compression test / Spark plug / Ignition timing / Idle speed / Specifications CHAPTER FOUR / ENGINE TOP END Engine service / Engine cooling / Engine lubrication / Servicing the engine in the frame / Exhaust system / Cylinder head cover / Rocker arm assembly / Camshaft / Cylinder head / Valves and valve components / Cylinder block / Piston and piston rings / Camshaft chain and sprockets / Break-in procedure / Specifications CHAPTER FIVE / ENGINE LOWER END Flywheel and stator plate / Recoil starter / Crankcase / Oil pump / Oil system one-way check valve / Break-in procedure / Specifications CHAPTER SIX / CARBURETOR AND FUEL SYSTEM Carburetor operation / Carburetor / Carburetor tests and adjustments / Throttle cable replacement / Starting enrichment (choke) cable / Fuel tank / Fuel sh...