๐ท๏ธ Basic Information Identification Make: Polaris Model: Sportsman 700 X2 EFI Model Variant: X2 Model Year: 2008 Vehicle Type: All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Engine Type: EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) ๐ Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Owners and technicians seeking detailed repair and maintenance information for 2008 Polaris Sportsman models Competitive Analysis Key Selling Point: Improved PDF format with advanced navigation and searchability, superior quality compared to scanned versions Key Features Instant Access: Instant Download, No Shipping Fee Value Proposition: Enables users to perform their own repairs, saving hundreds of dollars in labor costs Organization: Well-organized with clear sections for easy navigation ๐ Manual Details Coverage Areas Applicable Models: 2008 Polaris Sportsman 700 X2 EFI, 2008 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI, 2008 Polaris Sportsman Touring 800 EFI Manual Scope: Complete Factory Repair Manual Page Count Estimated Page Count: Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, typical for factory service manuals) Manual Type Type: Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download ๐ Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Diagnosis, maintenance, repair of engine components Cooling System: Maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of the cooling system Fuel System: Diagnosis and repair of EFI system, fuel pump, injectors, etc. Chassis: Components related to the frame, suspension, steering, and bodywork Electrical System: Wiring diagrams, component testing, diagnosis of electrical issues Suspension: Front and rear suspension systems, including components and adjustments Steering: Steering system diagnosis and repair Braking System: Front and rear hydraulic brake systems, including caliper, master cylinder, and line service Exhaust System: Exhaust system maintenance and repair Procedures Included General Maintenance: Periodic checks, adjustments, lubrication Engine Overhaul: Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly Troubleshooting: Systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving common and complex issues Component Replacement: Detailed instructions for replacing major components like the engine, transmission, suspension parts, etc. Wiring Diagrams: Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for accurate diagnosis and repair Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive factory-level repair and diagnostic information, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIY users Diagnostic Tools: Information on using specialized tools or diagnostic procedures recommended by Polaris ๐ Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Searchable Text Navigation: Bookmarks, Sub-bookmarks, Index Print Quality Quality Description: Improved Quality (NOT A SCAN!), Crystal Clear Image via Adobe Acrobat Print Options Printability: Printable pages Accessibility Os Compatibility: Compatible with ALL Windows OS's, ALL Mac OS's, & ALL Linux OS's Binding Type Binding: Digital (PDF Download) - No physical binding Paper Type Paper: Not Applicable (Digital Format) โ๏ธ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Size Cc: 700cc (for Sportsman 700 X2 EFI) Engine Configuration: V-Twin, 4-stroke, SOHC Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Cooling System: Liquid-Cooled Bore X Stroke: Refer to manual for exact specifications (typical for 700cc V-Twin) Compression Ratio: Refer to manual for exact specifications Performance Horsepower Approx: Approximately 50-55 HP (estimated for 700cc model, specific rating not provided in description) Torque Approx: Not specified in product description Fuel System Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Fuel Pump Type: Electric ๐ง Transmission Standard Type: Automatic (PVT - Polaris Variable Transmission) with Engine Braking Drive Modes: High, Low, Neutral, Reverse, Park Features Drive System: On-Demand True All-Wheel Drive (AWD) ๐ Dimensions Exterior Length In: Not specified in product description Width In: Not specified in product description Height In: Not specified in product description Weights Dry Weight Lbs: Not specified in product description (typically around 700-800 lbs for this class of ATV) Cargo Rack Capacity Front Lbs: Not specified in product description (typically around 100-150 lbs) Rack Capacity Rear Lbs: Not specified in product description (X2 models often have a utility box or rear rack with higher capacity) ๐ก๏ธ Safety Features Ratings Atv Safety Standards: Adherence to relevant ATV safety standards for its model year Active Features Braking System: Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Front and Rear) Passive Features Engine Braking: Integrated engine braking via PVT system for downhill control ๐ก Technology Features Infotainment Display Features: Digital instrumentation, speedometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge, clock (specific features vary by trim) Driver Assistance Efi System: Electronic Fuel Injection for optimized performance and fuel economy Connectivity Diagnostic Port: On-board diagnostic capabilities via a service port for advanced troubleshooting ๐ง Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval Hours: Refer to manual for specific intervals (typically every 50-100 hours or annually) Spark Plug Replacement Hours: Refer to manual for specific intervals Air Filter Cleaning Hours: Refer to manual for specific intervals Belt Inspection Hours: Refer to manual for specific intervals Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Type: Refer to manual for specific API rating and viscosity (e.g., SAE 10W-50 or 20W-50 synthetic recommended for Polaris) Transmission Fluid Type: Refer to manual for specific PVT fluid requirements Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (e.g., Polaris Premium 2-Stroke Oil or equivalent) Brake Fluid Type: DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid Known Issues Common Wear Items: Refer to manual for specific common issues, but typical ATV wear items...
Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, typical for factory service manuals)
Manual Type
Type:
Service Manual / Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF Download
๐ Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine:
Diagnosis, maintenance, repair of engine components
Cooling System:
Maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of the cooling system
Fuel System:
Diagnosis and repair of EFI system, fuel pump, injectors, etc.
Chassis:
Components related to the frame, suspension, steering, and bodywork
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, component testing, diagnosis of electrical issues
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension systems, including components and adjustments
Steering:
Steering system diagnosis and repair
Braking System:
Front and rear hydraulic brake systems, including caliper, master cylinder, and line service
Exhaust System:
Exhaust system maintenance and repair
Procedures Included
General Maintenance:
Periodic checks, adjustments, lubrication
Engine Overhaul:
Detailed procedures for engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly
Troubleshooting:
Systematic approach to diagnosing and resolving common and complex issues
Component Replacement:
Detailed instructions for replacing major components like the engine, transmission, suspension parts, etc.
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive electrical wiring diagrams for accurate diagnosis and repair
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive factory-level repair and diagnostic information, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIY users
Diagnostic Tools:
Information on using specialized tools or diagnostic procedures recommended by Polaris
๐ Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Searchable Text
Navigation:
Bookmarks, Sub-bookmarks, Index
Print Quality
Quality Description:
Improved Quality (NOT A SCAN!), Crystal Clear Image via Adobe Acrobat
Print Options
Printability:
Printable pages
Accessibility
Os Compatibility:
Compatible with ALL Windows OS's, ALL Mac OS's, & ALL Linux OS's
Binding Type
Binding:
Digital (PDF Download) - No physical binding
Paper Type
Paper:
Not Applicable (Digital Format)
โ๏ธ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Size Cc:
700cc (for Sportsman 700 X2 EFI)
Engine Configuration:
V-Twin, 4-stroke, SOHC
Fuel System:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Cooling System:
Liquid-Cooled
Bore X Stroke:
Refer to manual for exact specifications (typical for 700cc V-Twin)
Compression Ratio:
Refer to manual for exact specifications
Performance
Horsepower Approx:
Approximately 50-55 HP (estimated for 700cc model, specific rating not provided in description)
Torque Approx:
Not specified in product description
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Fuel Pump Type:
Electric
๐ง Transmission
Standard
Type:
Automatic (PVT - Polaris Variable Transmission) with Engine Braking
Drive Modes:
High, Low, Neutral, Reverse, Park
Features
Drive System:
On-Demand True All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
๐ Dimensions
Exterior
Length In:
Not specified in product description
Width In:
Not specified in product description
Height In:
Not specified in product description
Weights
Dry Weight Lbs:
Not specified in product description (typically around 700-800 lbs for this class of ATV)
Cargo
Rack Capacity Front Lbs:
Not specified in product description (typically around 100-150 lbs)
Rack Capacity Rear Lbs:
Not specified in product description (X2 models often have a utility box or rear rack with higher capacity)
๐ก๏ธ Safety Features
Ratings
Atv Safety Standards:
Adherence to relevant ATV safety standards for its model year
Active Features
Braking System:
Hydraulic Disc Brakes (Front and Rear)
Passive Features
Engine Braking:
Integrated engine braking via PVT system for downhill control
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Display Features:
Digital instrumentation, speedometer, odometer, trip meter, fuel gauge, clock (specific features vary by trim)
Driver Assistance
Efi System:
Electronic Fuel Injection for optimized performance and fuel economy
Connectivity
Diagnostic Port:
On-board diagnostic capabilities via a service port for advanced troubleshooting
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval Hours:
Refer to manual for specific intervals (typically every 50-100 hours or annually)
Spark Plug Replacement Hours:
Refer to manual for specific intervals
Air Filter Cleaning Hours:
Refer to manual for specific intervals
Belt Inspection Hours:
Refer to manual for specific intervals
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type:
Refer to manual for specific API rating and viscosity (e.g., SAE 10W-50 or 20W-50 synthetic recommended for Polaris)
Transmission Fluid Type:
Refer to manual for specific PVT fluid requirements
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (e.g., Polaris Premium 2-Stroke Oil or equivalent)
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
Known Issues
Common Wear Items:
Refer to manual for specific common issues, but typical ATV wear items include brake pads, drive belts, suspension bushings, and tires.
๐ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer:
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Brand Focus:
Powersports vehicles, including ATVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles
Model Evolution
Sportsman Line:
The Sportsman line is known for its comfort, versatility, and off-road capability, with continuous advancements in engine technology and chassis design.
X2 Variant:
The X2 designation typically refers to models offering enhanced passenger or cargo versatility, often with a convertible seat or utility bed.
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Atv Awards:
Polaris Sportsman models have historically received positive reviews and accolades for performance and utility in off-road and powersports publications.