Polaris Sportsman Forest570 User manual

Owner'sManual
forMaintenanceandSafety
Read this manual carefully. It contains important safety information.
This is an adult vehicle only.
Operation is prohibited for those under 16 years of age.
Sportsman Forest570

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WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing a POLARIS vehicle, and welcome to our
world-wide family of POLARIS enthusiasts. Be sure to visit us online at
www.polaris.com for the latest news, new product introductions,
upcoming events, career opportunities and more.
Here at POLARIS we proudly produce an exciting line of utility and
recreational products.
• Snowmobiles
• All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)
• Low emission vehicles (LEVs)
•RANGER®utility vehicles
•RZR®sport vehicles
• VICTORY® motorcycles
• GEM® vehicles
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.

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POLARIS® and SPORTSMAN® are registered trademarks of POLARIS Industries Inc.
Copyright 2013 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.
The original instructions for this vehicle are in English. Other languages are provided as
translations of the original instructions.
Printed in U.S.A.
2014 SPORTSMAN FOREST 570 EFI/EPS Owner’s Manual
P/N 9924299

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Features and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Winch Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Emission Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
POLARIS Products. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Maintenance Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

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INTRODUCTION
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.
DANGER
A DANGER indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
A WARNING indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
A NOTICE indicates a situation that could 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.

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INTRODUCTION
Failure to heed the warnings and safety precautions contained in this manual
can result in severe injury or death. A POLARIS ATV is not a toy and can be
hazardous to operate. This vehicle handles differently than other vehicles, such
as motorcycles and cars. A collision or rollover can occur quickly, even during
routine maneuvers like turning, or driving on hills or over obstacles, if you fail to
take proper precautions.
• Read this owner’s manual. Understand all safety warnings, precautions and
operating procedures before operating a POLARIS ATV. Keep this manual
with the ATV.
• Never operate an ATV without proper instruction. Take a training course.
• This vehicle is an ADULT VEHICLE ONLY. Operation is prohibited for anyone
under 16 years of age.
• Never permit a guest to operate the ATV unless the guest has read this
manual and all product labels and has completed a certified safety training
course.
• This vehicle is approved for OFF-ROAD TOWING ONLY. Towing a trailer with
this vehicle on public roads is prohibited.
WARNING

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INTRODUCTION
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: ___________________________________________________
Frame VIN: ____________________________________________________________
Engine Serial Number: ___________________________________________________
Key Number: ___________________________________________________________
####
Engine Serial
Number
Key Number
VIN
(front or rear frame)

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INTRODUCTION
European Vibration and Noise
The driver-perceived noise and hand/arm and whole body vibration
levels of this machinery is measured per prEN 15997.
The operating conditions of the machinery during testing:
The vehicles were in like-new condition. The environment was
controlled as indicated by the test procedure(s).
The uncertainty of vibration exposure measurement is dependent on
many factors, including:
• Instrument and calibration uncertainty
• Variations in the machine such as wear of components
• Variation of machine operators such as experience or physique
• Ability of the worker to reproduce typical work during measurements
• Environmental factors such as ambient noise or temperature

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SAFETY
Safety Training
Never operate this vehicle without proper instruction. Take a training
course. For more information about safety, contact an authorized
POLARIS dealer or visit the POLARIS web site at www.polaris.com.
Safe Riding Gear
Always wear appropriate clothing when riding an ATV. Wear protective
clothing for comfort and to reduce the chance of injury.
Helmet
Wearing a helmet can prevent a severe head injury. Whenever riding a
POLARIS vehicle, 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.
Helmet
Eye Protection
Gloves
Boots
Long Sleeves
Long Pants
E
4
051039
0006.31

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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.
Equipment Modifications
We strongly recommend that consumers do not install on a POLARIS
ATV any equipment that may increase the speed or power of the vehicle,
or make any other modifications to the vehicle for these purposes.
The warranty on your POLARIS ATV is terminated if any equipment
has been added to the vehicle, or if any modifications have been made to
the vehicle, that increase its speed or power.
The addition of certain accessories, including (but not limited to)
mowers, blades, tires, sprayers, or large racks, may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle. Use only POLARIS-approved accessories,
and familiarize yourself with their function and effect on the vehicle.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
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 the vehicle.
Never operate this vehicle without proper instruction.
Take a training course. Beginners should receive
training from a certified instructor.
Never permit others to operate the vehicle unless they
have read and understand this manual and all product
labels, and have completed a certified safety training
course.
Never allow anyone under 16 years of age to operate
this vehicle.
Never carry a passenger. The purpose of the long seat
is to allow the operator to shift position.
WARNING

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SAFETY
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.
Never attempt jumps or other stunts.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Always inspect your POLARIS 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 40.
Keep both hands on the handlebars. Keep your feet
on the footrests.
Always travel slowly when operating on unfamiliar
terrain. Use extra caution.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for turning. See page 43.
Never turn sharply at excessive speeds, which
can lead to vehicle overturn.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
If the 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.
Never operate on hills too steep for the vehicle or for
your abilities. Practice on smaller hills before
attempting larger hills. Avoid climbing hills steeper
than 25°.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual
for driving on hills. See page 44.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving downhill and for braking on
hills. See page 47.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for crossing the side of a hill. See page 46.
Never attempt to turn the vehicle around on any hill
until you've mastered (on level ground) the turning
technique outlined in this manual. See page 48.

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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 48.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for operating over
obstacles. See page 51.
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 50.
Always follow the procedures outlined in this
manual for driving through water. Never drive
through deep or fast-flowing water. See page
52.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Always follow the procedures outlined in this manual for driving in reverse. See
page 54.
Always use the size and type of tires specified
for your vehicle. Maintain the proper tire
pressure.
Never modify this POLARIS 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. NEVER exceed 80 km/h when rear
cargo loads are above 34 kg and/or front cargo loads are above 17 kg. Allow a
greater distance for braking.

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SAFETY
Operator Safety
Never operate the vehicle on a frozen body of water unless you have
independently verified that the ice is sufficiently thick to support the weight and
moving force of the vehicle, you and your cargo, together with any other
vehicles in your party.
Operating on paved surfaces may affect the handling and control of the vehicle
and could result in loss of control. Avoid sudden turns or swift movement of the
handlebars.
Always remove the ignition key when the
vehicle is not in use to prevent unauthorized
use or accidental starting.
Always unlock the steering before starting the engine. See page 25.
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.polaris.com.

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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 pur-
chase 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 Alert
(Multi-Lingual)
Before you operate this
vehicle, read the owner’s
manual.
Hill Operation Alert
• Never operate this vehicle on HILLS
steeper than 25 degrees 25°.
• To prevent flip-over on hilly terrain,
when going up or down, use throttle
and brakes gradually.
General
Alert
Hill
Operation
Alert
Age 16
Alert

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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
“No Passenger” Warning
WARNING - NEVER ride as a passenger. Passengers can cause a loss of
control, resulting in SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
Tire Pressure/Load Alert
TIRE PRESSURE IN PSI (KPa): FRONT 5 (34.5) REAR 5 (34.5)
MAXIMUM WEIGHT CAPACITY (Gross Vehicle Weight) INCLUDING
MACHINE, DRIVER AND CARGO IS 485 LBS. (220 kg). Read Owner's Manual
for more detailed loading information.
Clutch Cover Alert
NO STEP
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. Maximum Rack Loads: Front 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear 180 lbs. (82 kg)
Reverse Override Alert
Pushing reverse override button may cause sudden increases in power and
traction if too much throttle is applied. Loss of control or forward flipover may
result, especially in AWD. See Owner's Manual.
“No Passenger”
Warning
Rack
Warning
Rack
Warning
Tire Pressure/
Load Alert
Clutch Cover Alert

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SAFETY
Safety Labels and Locations
Clutch Cover Warning
WARNING
• 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.
NO STEP
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 90 lbs. (41 kg) Rear 180 lbs. (82 kg)
Reverse Override Warning
WARNING
Improper use of override button can lead to loss of control resulting in serious
injury or death. Do not activate override while throttle is engaged. Always apply
throttle gradually while in reverse.
4X4 (AWD) Caution
CAUTION
Do not push switch to engage 4X4 (AWD) if the rear wheels are spinning. This
may cause severe drive shaft and clutch damage.
Tire Pressure/Load Warning
“No Passenger”
Warning
Rack
Warning Clutch Cover
Warning
4X4 (AWD)
Warning
ReverseOverride
Warning
Age 16 Warning
Rack
Warning