
2008 RANGER RZR
SERVICE MANUAL
FOREWORD
This service manual is designed primarily for use by certified Polaris Master Service Dealer technicians in a properly
equipped shop and should be kept available for reference. All references to left and right side of the vehicle are from
the operator's perspective when seated in a normal riding position.
Some procedures outlined in this manual require a sound knowledge of mechanical theory, tool use, and shop
procedures in order to perform the work safely and correctly. Technicians should read the text and be familiar with
service procedures before starting the work. Certain procedures require the use of special tools. Use only the proper
tools as specified.
Comments or suggestions about this manual may be directed to: Se rvice Publications Dept. @ Polaris Sales Inc.
2100 Hwy 55 Medina Minnesota 55340.
2008 Service Manual PN 9921278

UNDERSTANDING MANUAL SAFETY LABELS AND DIRECTIONS
Throughout this manual, important information is brought to your attention by the following symbols:
SAFETY ALERT WARNING indicates a potential hazard that may result in severe injury or death to the operator, bystander or
person(s) inspecting or servicing the vehicle.
SAFETY ALERT CAUTION indicates a potential hazard that may result in minor personal injury or damage to the vehicle.
CAUTION indicates special precautions that must be taken to avoid vehicle damage or property damage.
NOTE:
NOTE provides key information by clarifying instructions.
IMPORTANT:
IMPORTANT provides key reminders during disassembly, assembly and inspection of components.
TRADEMARKS
POLARIS ACKNOWLEDGES THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS MANUAL:
Loctite, Registered Trademark of the Loctite Corporation
Nyogel, Trademark of Wm. F. Nye Co.
Fluke, Registered Trademark of John Fluke Mfg. Co.
Mity-Vac, Registered Trademark of Neward Enterprises, Inc.
Torx, Registered Trademark of Textron
Hilliard, Trademark of the Hilliard Corporation
Warn, Trademark of Warn Industries
FOX, Registered Trademark of FOX RACING SHOX
RydeFX, Registered Trademark of ArvinMeritor
Some Polaris factory publications can be downloaded from www.polarisindustires.com, purchased from www.purepolaris.com or
by contacting the nearest Polaris dealer.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION

1
GENERAL INFORMATION
2 MAINTENANCE
3 ENGINE
4
FUEL INJECTION
5 BODY / STEERING / SUSPENSION
6
CLUTCHING
7 FINAL DRIVE
8 TRANSMISSION
BRAKES 9
ELECTRICAL 10

GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1
CHAPTER 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
MODEL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
MODEL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
ENGINE DESIGNATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
VIN IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
UNIT SERIAL NUMBER (VIN) LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
MODEL: 2008 RANGER RZR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
VEHICLE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
PUBLICATION NUMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
PAINT CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
REPLACEMENT KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
CONVERSION TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
STANDARD TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
SAE TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
METRIC TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
DECIMAL EQUIVALENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
GLOSSARY OF TERMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10

1.2
GENERAL INFORMATION
MODEL INFORMATION
Model Identification
The machine model number must be used with any correspondence regarding warranty or service.
Engine Designation Number
EH076OLE021 ..................................................... Twin Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, OHV 4 Stroke, Electric Start
VIN Identification
Engine Serial Number Location
Whenever corresponding about an engine, be sure to refer to the engine model number and serial number. This information can be
found on the sticker applied to the cylinder head on the side of engine.
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Machine Model Number Identification
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Model Year
Designation
Basic Chassis
Designation
Engine Designation
Emissions &
Model Option
R 0 8 V H 7 6 A D
}
4 X A V H 7 6 A * 8 P 0 0 0 0 0 0
}
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
World
Mfg. ID
Engine
Vehicle Description
Vehicle Identifier
}
Check Digit
Model
Year
Body Style
Plant No.
Individual Serial No.
* This could be either
a number or a letter
Powertrain
Emissions

1.3
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
Unit Serial Number (VIN) Location
The machine model number and serial number (VIN) are important for vehicle identification. The VIN number (A) is stamped on
a portion of the LH frame rail close to the front wheel. The model and VIN numbers are also located on a sticker under the hood
(B) or on the lower frame rail in front of the LH rear tire (C).
A
A
B
C

1.4
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL: 2008 RANGER RZR
MODEL NUMBER: R08VH76AD, AG
ENGINE MODEL: EH076OLE021
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 102 in. / 259 cm
Width 50 in. / 127 cm
Height 68.5 in. / 174 cm
Wheel Base 77 in. / 196 cm
Ground Clearance 10 in. / 25.4 cm
Dry Weight 945 lbs. / 429 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1727 lbs. / 783 kg
Front Storage Capacity 25 lbs. / 11.3 kg
Cargo Box Dimension 42 in. x 22 in. / 107 cm x 56cm
Cargo Box Capacity 300 lbs. / 136 kg
Maximum Weight
Capacity (Payload)
740 lbs. / 336.4 kg
(Includes rider(s), cargo,
and accessories)
Hitch Towing Capacity 1500 lbs. / 680 kg
Hitch Tongue Capacity 150 lbs. / 68 kg
FRONT
REAR
TOP
SIDE

1.5
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
MODEL: 2008 RANGER RZR
MODEL NUMBER: R08VH76AD, AG
ENGINE MODEL: EH076OLE021
CLUTCH CHART
Engine
Platform
Polaris Domestic Twin Cylinder,
Liquid Cooled, 4-Stroke
Engine Model Number EH076OLE021
Engine Displacement 760cc
Number of Cylinders 2
Bore & Stroke (mm) 80 x 76.5 mm
Compression Ratio 10:1
Compression Pressure 150-200 psi
Engine Idle Speed 1150 ± 100 RPM
Engine Max Operating RPM 6500 ± 200 RPM
Lubrication Pressurized Wet Sump
Oil Requirements 0W-40
Oil Capacity 2 qts. / 1.9 liters
Coolant Capacity 4.8 qts. / 4.5 liters
Overheat Warning Instrument Cluster Indicator
Exhaust System Single Pipe / Silencer
Fuel System
Fuel System Type Bosch Electronic Fuel Injection
Fuel Delivery Electronic Fuel Pump (in tank)
Fuel Pressure 39 psi
Fuel Filters See Chapter 4
Fuel Capacity / Requirement
7 gal. (26.5 liters)
87 Octane (minimum)
Electrical
Alternator Max Output 500 watts @ 3000 RPM
Lights: Main Headlights 2 - Dual Beam 55 watts / Halogen
Tail / Brake 2 - 27 watts
Worklights 2 - 13 watts
Starting System Electric Start
Ignition System Bosch EFI (ECU Controlled)
Ignition Timing 13° BTDC @ 1200 RPM
Spark plug / Gap
Champion RC7YC3 /
.035 in. (0.9 mm)
Battery
Yuasa YTX20HL /
18 Amp Hr. / 310 CCA / 12 Volt
Instrument Type
Analog Speedometer
with Multifunction LCD
DC Outlet Standard 12 V
Relays EFI / Fan
Circuit Breaker Fan Motor: 20 Amp
Fuses
Chassis: 20 Amp
EFI: 15 Amp
Lights: 15 Amp
Accessory: 15 Amp
Speedo/ECU: 5 Amp
Drivetrain
Transmission Type Polaris Automatic PVT
Gear Ratio: Front / Rear
High
Low
Rev
3.14:1
8.71:1
5.94:1
Drive Ratio - Front 3.82:1
Drive Ratio - Final 3.70:1
Shift Type In Line Shift - H / L / N / R / P
Front Gearcase Oil Requirements
Polaris Demand Drive LT
Premium Fluid
6.75 oz. (200 ml)
Transmission Oil Requirements
Main Gearcase
Polaris High Performance AGL
24 oz. (710 ml)
Transmission Oil Requirements
Transfer Case
Polaris High Performance AGL
14 oz. (414 ml)
Rear Gearcase Oil Requirements
Polaris Premium ADF
18 oz. (532 ml)
Belt 3211113
Steering / Suspension
Front Suspension Independent Double A-arm
Front Travel 9 in. / 23 cm
Rear Suspension Independent Double A-arm
Rear Travel 9.5 in. / 24 cm
Shock Preload Adjustment
Front / Rear
Cam Adjustment
Toe Out 1/8-1/4 in. / 3-6.35 mm
Wheels / Brakes
Front Wheel Size
Front Tire Size
12 x 6 / 10 gauge
Maxxis / 25 x 8 R12
Rear Wheel Size
Rear Tire Size
12 x 8 / 10 gauge
Maxxis / 25 x 10 R12
Tire Air Pressure - Front / Rear 8 psi (55 kPa)
Brake - Front / Rear
Foot Actuated - 4 Wheel
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Altitude Shift Weight Drive Spring
Driven
Spring
Meters
(Feet)
0-1500
(0-5000)
20-62
(5631700)
Blue/Red
(7043199)
Red or Yellow
(3234452)
1500-3700
(5000 - 12000)
20-58
(5631216)
Blue/Red
(7043199)
Red or Yellow
(3234452)

1.6
GENERAL INFORMATION
VEHICLE INFORMATION
Publication Numbers
NOTE: When ordering service parts be sure to use the correct parts manual.
NOTE: Polaris factory publications can be found at www.polarisindustries.com or purchased from
www.purepolaris.com.
Paint Codes
Replacement Keys
Replacement keys can be made from the original key. To identify which series the key is, take the first two digits on the original
key and refer to the chart to the right for the proper part number.
SPECIAL TOOLS
Special tools may be required while servicing this vehicle. Some of the tools listed or depicted are mandatory, while other tools
maybe substituted with a similar tool, if available. Polaris recommends the use of Polaris Special Tools when servicing any Polaris
product. Dealers may order special tools through Polaris’ official tool supplier, SPX Corporation, by phone at 1-800-328-6657 or
on-line at http://polaris.spx.com/ .
Model Model No. Owner’s Manual PN Parts Manual PN
2008 RANGER RZR, Red R08VH76AD 9921181 9921207
2008 RANGER RZR, Green R08VH76AG 9921181 9921207
Painted Part Color Description Polaris Number
Frame / Bumpers / Racks Gloss Black P-067
Frame / Bumpers / Racks Matte Black P-458
Plastic - Hood / Dash / Fenders Indy Red P-293
Plastic - Hood / Dash / Fenders Sage Brush Green Metallic P-498
Series# Part Number
20 4010278
21 4010278
22 4010321
23 4010321
27 4010321
28 4010321
31 4110141
32 4110148
67 4010278
68 4010278
Key Series
Number
KEY COVER
P/N 5533534

1.7
GENERAL INFORMATION
1
MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS
Conversion Table
°C to °F:
9/5
(°C + 32) = °F °F to °C:
5/9
(°F - 32) = °C
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Rebuild your Polaris Ranger RZR 800 ATV engine, fix the transmission, or tackle suspension work without guessing. This Polaris Ranger RZR 800 ATV Service Repair Manual gives you the exact steps, wiring diagrams, and specs you need to get the job done right, whether you are replacing spark plugs or doing a full overhaul.
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