Polaris Sportsman S User Manual download pdf (Page 99)

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Lights

When servicing a halogen lamp, don’t touch the lamp with bare

fingers. Oil from your skin leaves a residue, causing a hot spot that

will shorten the life of the lamp.

Headlight Lamp Replacement

1. Remove the two screws on the lower front corners of the headlight

pod.

2. Using a small flat-blade screwdriver, push in on the lock tab

through the t wo small openings at the front of the headlight pod.

3. Lift the pod slightly while depressing the tabs.

4. Remove the screw in the back of the headlight pod.

5. Lift the pod cover and disconnect the speedometer harnesses from

the speedometer. Unplug the indicator light harness and remove

the pod cover.

6. Unplug the headlamp from the wiring harness. Be sure to pull on

the connector, not on the wiring.

7. Remove the boot and locking collar from the back of the lamp

housing.

8. Grasp the base of the lamp and lift it out.

9. Reverse the previous steps to replace the lamp and reassemble the

pod. Apply dielectric grease to t he light bulb socket before

installing the new bulb. Make sure the t ab on the lamp locates

properly in the housing.

WARNING

Poor lighting while driving can result in severe injury or death.

Headlight and taillight lenses become dirty during normal operation.

W ash the headlights frequently to maintain lighting quality.

Hot components can cause serious burns to skin. Do not service

the headlamps until they’ve cooled sufficiently.

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Polaris Sportsman S User Manual Page 99