2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 ATV Service Manual
This manual provides comprehensive service and repair information for the 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 2x4 & 4x4. Coverage includes detailed procedures and specifications for all major systems. PN 9916578.
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Polaris Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: 2001 Scrambler 500 2x4, 2001 Scrambler 500 4x4
Sub-models / Variants: 2x4, 4x4
Build Years: 2001
Serial Numbers: VIN identifies individual unit year and plant
Technical Data:
- Engine displacement: 498 cc
- Engine type: Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, SOHC, 4-stroke
- Transmission type: PVT (Polaris Variable Transmission)
- Fuel type: 87 octane non-oxygenated or 89 octane oxygenated
- Front suspension: MacPherson Strut
- Rear suspension: Progressive Rate Swing Arm
- Dry weight: 523 lbs (2x4), 571 lbs (4x4)
- Idle speed: 1200 RPM (+/- 200)
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Technical Scope of the 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 Service Manual
- Built for owners and professional workshops servicing the 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 2x4 and 4x4 ATV models
- Official Polaris publication P/N 9916578, providing factory-authorized data for vehicle maintenance and component inspection
- Contains dozens of technical specification tables, exploded-view diagrams, and service-limit charts for engine, chassis, and drivetrain components
- Includes a full index of system chapters ranging from general information to complex electrical and transmission troubleshooting
- Stored against your account so you can retrieve it after a hard-drive loss
- Fully printable PDF with high-resolution diagrams that preserve exploded-view detail
- This 2001 first edition is the original technical reference used for the Scrambler 500 model launch, documenting unique engine assembly and PVT tuning parameters
Component and System Documentation
The 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 service manual details essential maintenance intervals and operational parameters. Chapters systematically cover the General Information, periodic maintenance schedules, engine top-end and bottom-end disassembly, and fuel system calibration. The transmission and PVT system sections provide specific data on drive clutch engagement, offset alignment, and chain drive servicing for both 2x4 and 4x4 configurations. Electrical reference values and diagnostic information for components like the CDI and stator are also documented.
Specification Highlights
This manual provides critical data for engine tuning and chassis maintenance. Valve clearance for both intake and exhaust is specified at 0.006" (0.15 mm) at TDC. The 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500 4x4 transmission capacity is 27 oz. (800 ml) of synthetic gearcase lubricant. Engine cooling system capacity for both models is documented at 2.25 quarts (2.1 liters). The standard front tire pressure is set at 4 PSI. For professional how factory workshop documentation is structured, this reference is the primary source for torque values and wear limits across the entire machine. Reference only — always consult a certified technician before performing service on this equipment.
An official 382-page Polaris OEM workshop manual covering the 2001 Polaris Scrambler 500, documenting engine, chassis, electrical, and drivetrain specifications for the Gen III body style build.
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