Polaris Sportsman X2 700 /800 EFI /800 Touring Repair Service Manual 2008

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APPLICABLE MODELS :

2008 SPORTSMAN 800 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08MN76AF, AL, AQ, AS, AX
ENGINE MODEL: EH076OLE

2008 SPORTSMAN X2 700 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08TN68AZ, AX
ENGINE MODEL: EH068OLE

2008 SPORTSMAN TOURING 800 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08DN76AF, AG, AH, AL, AL, AS / A08DN76FC, FH
(Domestic) (International)
ENGINE MODEL: EH076OLE

TABLE OF CONTENTS :

FOREWORD
CHAPTER INDEX
CH 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
CH 2 – MAINTENANCE
CH 3 – ENGINE
CH 4 – FUEL INJECTION
CH 5 – BODY/STEERING/SUSPENSION
CH 6 – CLUTCH SYSTEM
CH 7 – FINAL DRIVE
CH 8 – TRANSMISSION / SPORTSMAN
CH 8 – TRANSMISSION / X2 AND TOURING
CH 9 – BRAKES
CH 10 – ELECTRICAL
CH 11 – INTERNATIONAL TOURING
INDEX
WIRE DIAGRAMS

MANUAL SPECIFICATION :

File Format : PDF
Language : English
Printable : Yes
Searchable : Yes
Bookmarked : Yes
P/N : 9921323
Total Pages : 388

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FOREWORD
FOREWORD
understanding manual safety labels and directions
TRADEMARKS
CHAPTER INDEX

CH 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION
MODEL INFORMATION
Model Number
Engine Designation Numbers
VIN Identification
TRANSMISSION I.D. LOCATION
Engine and Machine Serial Numbers
PUBLICATIONS
PAINT CODES
REPLACEMENT KEYS
2008 SPORTSMAN 800 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08MN76AF, AL, AQ, AS, AX
2008 SPORTSMAN X2 700 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08TN68AZ, AX
2008 SPORTSMAN TOURING 800 EFI
MODEL NUMBER: A08DN76AF, AG, AH, AL, AL, AS / A08DN76FC, FH
MISC. NUMBERS/CHARTS
Standard Torque Specifications
SPECIAL TOOLS
SAE Tap Drill Sizes
Metric Tap Drill Sizes
Decimal Equivalents
Conversion Table
Glossary Of Terms

CH 2 – MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Overview
Periodic Maintenance Chart
LUBRICATION / FLUIDS
SPORTSMAN Component Locations
SPORTSMAN X2-Touring Component Locations
Polaris Lubricants, Maintenance and Service Products
Polaris Lubricant Symbol Identification
Pre-Ride / Daily Inspection
Lubrication / Grease Points
Front Gearcase Lubrication
Rear Gearcase Lubrication – 800 EFI
Transmission Lubrication
ADC Differential Hydraulic Circuit Fluid Change
VEHICLE INSPECTION
Shift Link Rod Inspection
Throttle Inspection
Throttle Cable / Electronic Throttle Control (ETC Switch) Adjustment
Fuel System
Vent Lines
Compression Test
Engine Mounts
Spark Plug
Active Descent Control (ADC) Reservoir Level
Battery Maintenance
Cooling System
Coolant Strength / Type
Cooling Hoses
Radiator
Cooling System Pressure Test
Reservoir Level Inspection
Radiator Coolant Level
Air Filter Service
Air Box Sediment Tube
Engine Breather Hose
PVT Inspection / Drying Procedure
Engine Ground
Engine Oil Level
Oil/filter Change
Steering Inspection
Tie Rod / Steering
Camber/Caster
Wheel Alignment
Toe Alignment
Exhaust Pipe
Brake System Inspection
Brake Pads
Brake Hose Inspection
Auxiliary (Rear) Brake Test
Auxiliary Brake Adjustment
Suspension: Spring Preload Adjustment
Front Suspension
Rear Suspension
CV Shaft Boot Inspection
ATV Controls
Wheel Inspection
Wheel Removal: Front Or Rear
Wheel Installation
Tire Pressure
Tire Inspection
Frame, Nuts, Bolts, Fasteners
Front / Rear Storage Compartments
Winch Operation (If Equipped)
Cleaning And Storage Of ATV
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule

CH 3 – ENGINE
SPECIFICATIONS
Crankcase Exploded Views
Engine Fastener Torque Patterns
Torque Specifications
700/800 EFI Engine Service Specifications
Special Tools
GENERAL ENGINE SERVICE
Accessible Components
Piston Identification
Cooling System Specifications
Cooling System Pressure Test
Four Stroke – Coolant Air Bleeding Procedure
Engine Removal (Typical)
Engine Installation Notes
Cylinder Hone Selection And Honing Procedure
Honing To Deglaze
Cleaning the Cylinder After Honing
Oil Flow Chart
Engine Lubrication Specifications
OIL PRESSURE TEST
ENGINE DISASSEMBLY AND INSPECTION
Cylinder Head Assembly Exploded View
Rocker Arms
Push Rods
Cylinder Head Removal
Cylinder Head Inspection
Cylinder Head Warp
Valve Seal/Spring Service (On Engine)
Cylinder Head Disassembly
Valve Inspection
Combustion Chamber
Valve Seat Reconditioning
Cylinder Head Reassembly
Valve Sealing Test
Cylinder Removal
Valve Lifter Removal/Inspection
Piston Removal
Cylinder Inspection
Piston-To-Cylinder Clearance
Piston/rod Inspection
Piston Ring Installed Gap
Starter Drive/Bendix Removal Inspection
Flywheel / Stator Removal / Inspection
Engine Crankcase Disassembly / Inspection
Camshaft Inspection
ENGINE REASSEMBLY
CRANKCASE REASSEMBLY
Flywheel / Stator Installation
Cylinder Head Reassembly
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine
Cooling System
800 EFI Exhaust System
Dual Exhaust Layout

CH 4 – FUEL INJECTION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Special Tools
Service Notes
EFI System Exploded View
EFI System Component Locations
Fuel Tank Assembly
Fuel Lines – Quick Connect
ELECTRONIC FUEL INJECTION
Principal Components
EFI Operation Overview
Initial Priming / Starting Procedure
ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU)
Operation Overview
ECU Service
ECU Replacement
FUEL PUMP
Operation Overview
Fuel Pump Test
Fuel Pump / Tank Assembly Replacement
FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR
Operation Overview
Fuel Pressure Regulator Test
Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement
FUEL FILTER
General Information
Fuel Filter Service
Fuel Filter Replacement
FUEL INJECTORS
Operation Overview
Fuel Injector Service
Fuel Injector Replacement
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR (CPS)
Operation Overview
Crankshaft Position Sensor Test
Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Replacement
TEMPERATURE / BAROMETRIC AIR PRESSURE SENSOR (T-BAP)
Operation Overview
Temperature and Barometric Air Pressure Sensor Test
Temperature and Barometric Air Pressure Sensor Replacement
THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
Operation Overview
Throttle Position Sensor Replacement
Throttle Position Sensor Test
Throttle Position Sensor Initialization
ENGINE TEMPERATURE SENSOR
Operation Overview
Engine Temperature Sensor Test
Engine Temperature Sensor Replacement
TROUBLESHOOTING
Diagnostics Using “Blink Codes”
EFI Troubleshooting
EFI CIRCUIT – Power On
EFI CIRCUIT – Crank Position Sensor
EFI CIRCUIT – Fuel Pump
EFI CIRCUIT – Throttle Position Sensor
EFI CIRCUIT – Temperature – Barometric Air Pressure Sensor
EFI CIRCUIT – Engine Temperature
EFI CIRCUIT – Malfunction Indicator Light

CH 5 – BODY/STEERING/SUSPENSION
GENERAL INFORMATION
Torque Specifications
Special Tools
Decal Replacement
Plastic Insert Removal / Installation
BODY
Side Panel Removal
Front Cover Removal / Installation
Foot Well Removal / Installation
X2-Touring Foot Well Removal / Installation
Front Storage Removal
Front Storage Installation
Sportsman Rear Rack Removal / Installation
Front Cab/Fender Removal/Installation
Sportsman Rear Cab / Fender Removal / Installation
X2 Rear Quarter Panel Removal / Installation
Sportsman Rear Storage Removal / Installation
Radiator Screen Removal
Sportsman Body Assembly Exploded View
X2- Touring Body Assembly Exploded View
Touring Body/Rack Assembly Exploded View
Body / Rack Exploded Views
Touring Body/Seat Assembly Exploded View
Headlight Pod Exploded View
STEERING
Handlebar Block Installation Procedure
Steering / A-arm Exploded View
A-Arm Replacement
Ball Joint Replacement
Steering Post Removal
Steering Post Assembly
SUSPENSION
Front Strut Cartridge Replacement
Strut Assembly
Sportsman Rear Suspension Assembly
X2- Touring Rear Suspension Exploded View
X2 Torsion Bar Exploded View
X2 CARGO BOX
Exploded View
Removal / Installation
X2 SEAT assembly
Exploded Views
X2 Seat Operation – Configuring Cargo Box For Passenger Riding
X2 Driver Seat Backrest Removal / Installation
X2 Passenger Seat Backrest Removal / Installation

CH 6 – CLUTCH SYSTEM
SPECIAL TOOLS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Special Tools
Component Fastener Torques
PVT EXPLODED VIEWS
PVT Sealing And Ducting Components
Drive Clutch Exploded Views (EBS vs. Non-EBS)
Driven Clutch Exploded Views
Engine Braking System (EBS) Exploded View
PVT SYSTEM
PVT Operation Overview
Drive Clutch Operation
Driven Clutch Operation
EBS Clutch Operation
PVT Maintenance / Inspection
Drive Clutch Spring
Optional Shift Weights
PVT Drying
PVT Disassembly
PVT Installation
Drive Belt Removal / Inspection
DRIVE BELT INSTALLATION
Clutch Alignment
Clutch Offset
EBS DRIVE CLUTCH SERVICE
Drive Clutch Disassembly
Spider Removal
Button To Tower Clearance Inspection
Shift Weight Inspection
Drive Clutch Inspection
Moveable Sheave Bushing Inspection
Drive Clutch Bushing Service
One-Way Clutch Inspection (Drive Clutch)
Drive Clutch Reassembly
EBS DRIVEN CLUTCH SERVICE
Driven Clutch Disassembly
DRIVEN CLUTCH BUSHING REMOVAL/ INSTALLATION
EBS DRIVEN CLUTCH REASSEMBLY
PVT TROUBLESHOOTING
Overheating
Problem, Cause and Remedy Chart

CH 7 – FINAL DRIVE
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Table
Special Tools
Gearcase Fluid / Capacity
FRONT HUB
Disassembly
Assembly
FRONT DRIVE SHAFT (CV) SERVICE
Removal
Installation
Inspection
CV Joint/Boot Replacement
PROP SHAFT – FRONT OR REAR
Removal and Installation
U-JOINT
Disassembly
Assembly
DRIVE AXLE EXPLODED VIEWS
Drive Shafts and Propshafts
FRONT GEARCASE – CENTRALIZED HILLIARD W/ Active descent control
Operation
ADC Gearcase Exploded View
ADC Operation
Front Gearcase Diagnosis
Gearcase Removal
Gearcase Installation
Coil Testing
ADC Differential Hydraulic Circuit Bleeding
Disassembly / Inspection
ADC Gearcase Piston Replacement Procedure
Assembly
Setting Ring Gear Backlash
REAR HUB
Removal
Disassembly
Assembly
Installation
REAR DRIVE (CV) SHAFT
Removal
Service
CV Boot Replacement
INSTALLATION
Drive Shaft and CV Joint Handling Tips
REAR GEARCASE
Removal
Disassembly and Inspection
Reassembly
Installation
Rear Gearcase Exploded View
sPORTSMAN 8.3-8.18
sPORTSMAN X2 8.19-8.38

CH 8 – TRANSMISSION / SPORTSMAN
TRANSMISSION EXPLODED VIEW
Sportsman Transmission
SPECIFICIATONS
Torque Specifications
Lubricant / Capacity
TRANSMISSION SERVICE
Transmission Removal
Disassembly
Assembly
Transmission Installation
Troubleshooting

CH 8 – TRANSMISSION / X2 AND TOURING
TRANSMISSION EXPLODED VIEWS
Transmission Exploded View
Mounting Exploded View
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
Special Tools
Lubrication
TRANSMISSION SERVICE
Gear Selector Removal
Transmission Removal
Transmission Installation
Troubleshooting Checklist
Transmission Disassembly
Transmission assembly
Transmission front output shaft backlash procedure

CH 9 – BRAKES
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Table
Component Service Limits
BRAKE SYSTEM Exploded Views
X2, Touring System Component Exploded View
Sportsman System Component Exploded View
BRAKE CALIPER EXPLODED VIEWS
Sportsman and X2, Touring Front Caliper Assembly
X2, Touring Rear Caliper Assembly
Sportsman Rear Caliper Assembly
HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM
Operation Overview
Brake Noise Troubleshooting
Brake Bleeding / Fluid Change
FRONT MASTER CYLINDER
Removal
Installation
FRONT BRAKES
Pad Removal
Assembly
Brake Burnishing Procedure
FRONT BRAKE DISC
Inspection
Removal / Replacement
FRONT CALIPER
Removal
Inspection
Reassembly
Installation
REAR BRAKE PAD
X2, Touring Pad Removal
X2, Touring Pad Installation
Sportsman Rear Pad Removal
Sportsman Rear Pad Installation
Brake Burnishing Procedure
X2, TOURING REAR CALIPER
Removal
Inspection
Reassembly
Sportsman REAR CALIPER
Removal and Inspection
Assembly
REAR BRAKE DISC
Inspection
REAR MASTER CYLINDER
X2, Touring Exploded View
Overview
X2, Touring Rear Master Cylinder Removal and Installation
Sportsman Rear Master Cylinder Removal / Installation
Pedal Removal and Installation
TROUBLESHOOTING
Brakes Squeal
Poor Brake Performance
Lever Vibration
Caliper Overheats (Brakes Drag)
Brakes Lock

CH 10 – ELECTRICAL
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Overview
Instrument Cluster Diagnostic Mode
Setting A New Service Interval
EFI Diagnostic Mode
Speedometer Removal
Speedometer Installation
SPEEDOMETER TROUBLESHOOTING
Test 1 – No All Wheel Drive
TEST 2 – No Display / TEST 3 – No Reverse Speed Limit
TEST 4 – No AWD Hub Safety Limiter
TEST 5 – Reverse Speed Limiter / TEST 6 – Speed Sensor
TEST 7 – No Fuel Gauge / TEST 8 – Transmission Switch
ACTIVE DESCENT CONTROL (ADC) COIL
Operation Overview
Diagnosing System Failures
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) COIL
Operation Overview
Diagnosing System Failures
COOLING SYSTEM COMPONENTS
Fan Control Circuit Operation / Testing
Fan Control Circuit Bypass Test
Coolant Temperature Sensor
Fan Motor Current Draw
GEAR POSITION INDICATOR SWITCH
Test Diagram
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) SWITCH
ETC Switch Operation
ETC Operation Test
IGNITION SYSTEM
Flywheel Identification
EFI – DC/CDI Ignition Overview
Alternator/Ignition Components – 700/800 EFI
Crankshaft Position Sensor Gap
Ignition System Troubleshooting
CHARGING SYSTEM
Current Draw – Key Off
Charging System “Break Even” Test
Alternator Output Test
Charging System Testing Flow Chart
RELAYS
Operation
FUSES/Circuit Breaker
Operation
LIGHTING
High Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement
Headlight Housing Replacement
High Beam Headlight Adjustment
Lower Headlamp Removal / Installation
Low Beam Headlight Adjustment
Headlamp Switch Test
Work Light / Differential Switch
Sportsman / Touring Brake Light / Work Light Replacement
X2 BRAKE LIGHT / WORK LIGHT REPLACEMENT
Brake Light Switch
FUEL SENDER
Testing
X2 / Touring DIFFERENTIAL System
Solenoid Testing
Solenoid Replacement
Differential Relay Operation
Differential Relay Testing
X2 / TOURING SPEED SENSOR
Testing
Replacement
ACCESSORY POWER
Wire Connections
STARTER SYSTEM
Sportsman Starter Lockout Overview and Diagnostic
X2 /TOURING Starter Lockout Overview and Diagnostic
Troubleshooting
Voltage Drop Test
Starter Motor Removal / Disassembly
BRUSH INSPECTION / REPLACEMENT
Armature Testing
Starter Reassembly / Installation
Starter Solenoid Bench Test
Starter Drive
Starter Exploded View
STARTER SYSTEM TESTING FLOW CHART
Condition: Starter fails to turn motor. NOTE: Make sure engine crankshaft is free to turn before proceeding with dynamic testing of starter system. A digital multitester must be used for this test
BASIC WINCH WIRING- PRE-WIRED MODELS
BATTERY
Battery Identification
Battery Activation (Conventional)
Battery Terminals/Bolts
Conventional Battery Inspection / Removal
Conventional Battery Installation
Conventional Battery Testing
Conventional Battery OCV – Open Circuit Voltage Test
Conventional Battery Specific Gravity Test
Battery Load Test
Off Season Storage
Charging Procedure
Low Maintenance Battery
Low Maintenance Battery Charging
Low Maintenance Battery Inspection / Removal
Low Maintenance Battery Installation
Low Maintenance Battery – OCV- Open Circuit Voltage Test
Low Maintenance Battery Load Test
Low Maintenance Battery Off-season Storage
Low Maintenance Battery Charging Procedure
TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGRAMS
Overview
All Wheel Drive – EFI
Charging Circuit – EFI
Cooling Fan – EFI
Fuel Pump – EFI
Gear Switch – EFI
Power Circuit – EFI
Reverse Override – EFI
Fan Control – EFI
Start Circuit – EFI
Start Enable – EFI

CH 11 – INTERNATIONAL TOURING
800 TOURING EFI International BRAKE SYSTEM
Overview
Exploded View
800 TOURING EFI International Steering Post and lock Assembly
Steering Assembly Exploded View
800 TOURING EFI INTERNATIONAL ELECTRICAL
Turn / Hazard Signal Diagram

INDEX
WIRE DIAGRAMS