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Polaris Scrambler 850 / Scrambler XP 1000 EPS (2018 year). Manual - part 6

AUXILIARY FOOT BRAKE

WARNING

Never back down a hill. 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 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

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.

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL

Check the brake fluid level frequently for the auxiliary brake system. The
reservoir is located under the front storage box.

Maintain the fluid level between the maximum and minimum marks. Use DOT 4
brake fluid only.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SELECTOR

The transmission gear selector

located on the right side of the vehicle.
H: High Gear
L: Low Gear
N: Neutral
R: Reverse
P: Park
To shift gears, brake to a complete
stop. When the engine is idling, move
the lever to the desired gear.

NOTE

Shifting gears with the engine speed above idle or while the vehicle is moving

could cause transmission damage.

Whenever the ATV is left unattended, always place the transmission in PARK
and lock the parking brake.

BELT LIFE

To extend belt life, use low forward gear when pulling a heavy load at less than
seven miles per hour for extended periods and when operating uphill at a slow
speed.

FUEL CAP

NOTICE

Never use fuel blends with more than 10% ethanol. Engine damage could

occur.

Always refuel with the engine stopped,
and outdoors or in a well ventilated
area. Refuel on a level surface.
Remove the fuel tank cap

and add

fuel. 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.
The fuel tank is designed to allow for
the normal expansion of fuel. Do not
overfill. Do not fill the tank neck.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

FRONT COMPARTMENT

To gain access to the front
compartment, release the front rack
latches

and remove the rack. To

reinstall the rack, hold the rack as
shown in the illustration. Position the
front edge in the tabs, then push the
rack downward and secure the
latches.

Access the following components in the front compartment:

• Radiator cap
• Brake fluid reservoir
• Battery
• Coolant recovery bottle cap
• Electrical/fuse/relay components

Radiator Cap

Battery

Coolant Bottle Cap

Brake Fluid Reservoir

Electrical/Fuse/Relay

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS)

Electronic power steering (EPS), if equipped, engages when the ignition key is
turned to the ON position. EPS remains engaged whether the vehicle is moving
or idle. See the Indicators section of this manual for EPS Warning Indicator
information.

EXTREME USE BATTERY

An optional extreme use battery may be available for your model. If the
performance of the factory-installed battery is inadequate due to operation in
extreme cold or due to extended use of multiple electrical accessories, your
POLARIS dealer can assist. Your dealer can provide any installation procedures
that may differ for an extreme use battery.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM

The All Wheel Drive system is controlled by the 4X4 switch.

4X4 MODE

When the switch is on 4X4, the ATV is in 4X4, and the 4X4 indicator icon in the
instrument cluster display will be visible.

When in 4X4, the demand drive unit will automatically engage any time the rear
wheels lose traction. When the rear wheels regain traction, the demand drive
unit will automatically disengage.

There is no limit to the length of time the vehicle may remain in 4X4. The vehicle
automatically engages 4X4 when operating in reverse if the switch is set to
either 4X4 position.

2X4 MODE

When the switch is on 2X4, the ATV is in two-wheel drive at all times.

ENGAGING 4X4

The 4X4 switch may be turned on or off while the vehicle is moving. Initially, the
vehicle's electronic system will not enable 4X4 until the engine RPM is below
3000. Once enabled, 4X4 remains enabled until the 4X4 switch is turned off. If
the switch is turned off while the demand drive unit is moving, it will not
disengage until the rear wheels regain traction.

Engage the 4X4 switch before getting into conditions where front wheel drive
may be needed. If the rear wheels are spinning, release the throttle before
switching to 4X4.

NOTICE

Switching to 4X4 or ADC 4X4 while the rear wheels are spinning may cause

severe drive shaft and gearcase damage. Always switch to 4X4 or ADC 4X4

while the rear wheels have traction or are at rest.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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