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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
MODEL NUMBER DESIGNATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
ENGINE DESIGNATION NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
VEHICLE INDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) DESIGNATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.2
VEHICLE AND ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.3
VEHICLE INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
PUBLICATION NUMBERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
REPLACEMENT KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4
SPECIAL TOOLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.5
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
GENERAL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 / EPS / INT’L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.6
DETAILED: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 / EPS / INT’L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.7
GENERAL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 / EPS / INT’L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.8
DETAILED: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 / EPS / INT’L . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.9
MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
CONVERSION TABLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.10
STANDARD BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.11
METRIC BOLT TORQUE SPECIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.11
SAE TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
METRIC TAP / DRILL SIZES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
DECIMAL EQUIVALENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.12
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Model Number Designation
Example: R13XT9EAK
Engine Designation Number
1204573 RZRXP 875-13 .................................................... 4-Stroke DOHC Twin Cylinder, Liquid Cooled, Electric Start
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Designation
Example: 4XAXT9EAXDB000000
GROUP
MODEL
YEAR
CHASSIS DRIVELINE ENGINE CATEGORY OPTION REGION
1st digit 2/3rd digit 4th digit* 5th digit* 6th digit* 7th digit* 8th digit 9th digit** 10th digit
A = ATV
R = RANGER
11
12
13
C = Sportsman 6x6
D = Sportsman Tour
E = Trail Boss
F = Sportsman Youth
G = Sport
H = RANGER 6x6
J = RZR XP
K = Sport Youth
M = Sportsman
N = Trail Blazer
P = Phoenix
R = RANGER Midsize
S = RZR
T = Sportsman X2
U = RANGER Fullsize
V = RZR
W = Multi-pass RGR
X = Multi-pass RZR
Z = Sportsman XP
A = 2x4 Chain
B = 2x4 Shaft
C = 4x4 AC Drive
E = 4x4 Shaft / IRS
G = 4x4 Chain rear /
shaft front
H = 4x4 Shaft / IRS
J = 2x4 Swing arm Manual
N = 4x4 Shaft ADC
P = 2x4 / IRS Manual
R = 6x6 Shaft / IRS
T = 4x4 Shaft / Trailing Arm
X = 4x4 Shaft EBS
Displacement in cc divided
by 10 and rounded to two
digits
(i.e. 50 = 498cc)
- - - - - - - - - - - -
For electric vehicles
08 = 48 Volt
12 = 72 Volt
A = ORV
D = Diesel
E = EU On-road
F = INT’L
G = EV
L = LSV
M = Military
S = Scandinavian
V = EU On-road
C = Calif.
- - OR - -
5 = 550
6 = 570
7 = 760
8 = 850
9 = 875
E = EPS
D = Diesel
F = D + E
* = digits that would transfer to 17 digit VIN and are used in digits 4-8 respectively
** = 9th digit will be used on color/featured versions of models (not including the base)
First 3 digits and 9th digit are used in model number only. They are not used with the 17 digit VIN.
World Mfg. ID
Vehicle Descriptors Vehicle Identifiers
Chassis
Driveline
Engine Size
Engine Modifier
Category
Check Digit
Model Year *
Mfg. Location
Individual Serial No.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17
4 X A X T 9 E A X D B 0 0 0 0 0 0
* Model Year: A = 2010; B = 2011; C = 2012; D = 2013
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Vehicle and Engine Serial Number Location
Whenever corresponding about a Polaris ORV, refer to the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the engine serial
number.
The VIN can be found stamped on a portion of the left rear frame, behind the lower shock mounting location. Refer to
Figure 1-1.
The engine serial number can be found on a decal applied to the front of the engine crankcase (A) or stamped into the
crankcase on the PTO side of the engine (B). Refer to Figure 1-2.
VIN
Figure 1-1 Figure 1-2
A
B
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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.
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.
Model Model No. Owner’s Manual Parts Manual
2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 R13JT87AD, AL, AT 9924093 9924094
2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 EPS R13JT9EAK, AO 9924093 9924094
2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 INT’L R13JT9EFX 9924093 9924094
2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 R13XT87AA 9924107 9924108
2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 EPS R13XT9EAK 9924107 9924108
2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 INT’L R13XT9EFX 9924107 9924109
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
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SPECIAL TOOLS
Special tools may be required while servicing this vehicle. Some of the tools listed or depicted are mandatory, while other
tools may be 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/
Select “SPX Website - Tools, diagnostics” from
the “Service and Warranty” drop down menu
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 900
MODEL NUMBER: R13JT87AD, AL, AT
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
MODEL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 EPS / INT’L
MODEL NUMBER: R13JT9EAK, AO / R13JT9EFX
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 108.4 in. / 275 cm
Width 64 in. / 162.5 cm
Height 73 in. / 185 cm
Wheel Base 81.4 in. / 207 cm
Ground Clearance 13 in. / 33 cm
Dry Weight 1190 lbs. / 540 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1930 lbs. / 875 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 300 lbs. / 136 kg
Maximum Weight
Capacity (Payload)
740 lbs. / 335.6 kg
(Includes driver, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Hitch Towing Capacity
This vehicle is not equipped with a
hitch for towing loads. Do not use
this vehicle for towing. Do not modify
the vehicle by adding a hitch.
Hitch Tongue Capacity
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 108.4 in. / 275 cm
Width 64 in. / 162.5 cm
Height 73 in. / 185 cm
Wheel Base 81.4 in. / 207 cm
Ground Clearance 13 in. / 33 cm
Dry Weight 1206 lbs. / 547 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 1946 lbs. / 875 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 300 lbs. / 136 kg
Maximum Weight
Capacity (Payload)
740 lbs. / 335.6 kg
(Includes driver, passenger, cargo
and accessories)
Hitch Towing Capacity
This vehicle is not equipped with a
hitch for towing loads. Do not use
this vehicle for towing. Do not modify
the vehicle by adding a hitch.
Hitch Tongue Capacity
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2013 RANGER RZR XP 900 / EPS / INT’L
MODEL NUMBER: 87AD, AL, AT / 9EAK, AO / 9EFX
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
CLUTCH CHART
Engine
Platform
4-Stroke DOHC Twin Cylinder,
Liquid Cooled, Electric Start
Engine Number 1204573
Engine Displacement 875cc
Number of Cylinders 2
Bore & Stroke (mm) 93 x 64.4 mm
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Engine Idle Speed 1250 ± 100 RPM
Engine Max Operating RPM 8750 RPM
Lubrication Wet Sump
Oil Requirements PS-4 Plus or Extreme Duty
Oil Capacity 2.5 qts. / 2.4 liters
Coolant Capacity 4.9 qts. / 4.6 liters
Overheat Warning Instrument Cluster Indicator
Exhaust System Dual Headpipe / Single Silencer
Fuel System
Fuel System Type Bosch M17 EFI
Fuel Delivery Electronic Fuel Pump (in tank)
Fuel Pressure 43.5 ± 2 psi (300 ± 14 kPa)
Fuel Filters See Chapter 4
Fuel Capacity / Requirement
7.25 gal. (27.4 liters)
87 Octane (minimum)
Electrical
Alternator Rated Output 570 Watts @ 3000 RPM
Headlights
2 - Dual Beam LED:
Low 27 Watts; High 27 Watts
Tail / Brake 2 - 6 Watts / 2 - 27 Watts
Starting System Electric Start
Ignition System Bosch M17 (ECU Controlled)
Spark Plug / Gap RG4YCX / 0.03 in. (0.75 mm)
Battery
Deka ETX30L / 30 AH
365 CCA / 12 Volt
Instrument Type Multifunction Instrument Cluster
DC Outlet Standard 12 Volt
Relays
Chassis / EFI / Fan
Fuel Pump / EPS (OPT)
Circuit Breaker 20 Amp: Fan Motor
Fuses (Fuse/Relay Box)
10 Amp: Drive
10 Amp: Fuel Pump
20 Amp: Lights
20 Amp: EFI
20 Amp: Accessory
Fuses (Power Fuse Holder)
30 Amp: EFI
30 Amp: Chassis
30 Amp: EPS (OPT)
Drivetrain
Transmission Type Polaris Automatic PVT
Drive Ratio - Front 3.82:1
Drive Ratio - Final 3.53:1
Shift Type In Line Shift - H / L / N / R / P
Front Gearcase
Fluid Type / Capacity
Polaris Demand Drive Plus
6.75 oz. (200 ml)
Transmission
Fluid Type / Capacity
Polaris AGL Plus
XP 900: 44 oz. (1300 ml)
XP INT’L: 41 oz. (1200 ml)
Clutching (PVT) Type
Drive: Polaris, Basic,
Non-Braking Bearing
Driven: Team Roller Dampened
Clutching (PVT)
Center-to-Center Distance
10.5 in. (26.7 cm)
PVT Drive Belt 3211148
Steering / Suspension
Front Suspension / Shock
Independent Dual A-arm
FOX™ 2.0 Piggyback
Front Travel 13.5 in. / 34.3 cm
Rear Suspension / Shock
Independent Trailing Arm
FOX™ 2.0 Piggyback
Rear Travel 14 in. / 35.6 cm
Shock Preload Adjustment
Front / Rear
Threaded Spanner Wrench
Adjustment
Toe Out 1/8 - 3/16 in. (3.2 - 4.8 mm)
Wheels / Brakes
Front Wheel Size
Front Tire Type / Size
12 x 6 / Cast Aluminum
Maxxis Bighorn / 26 x 9 R12
ITP Baja Cross XD / 26 x 9 R12
ITP 900XCT / 27 x 9 R12
Rear Wheel Size
Rear Tire Type / Size
12 x 8 / Cast Aluminum
Maxxis Bighorn / 26 x 12 R12
ITP Baja Cross XD / 26 x 11 R12
ITP 900XCT / 27 x 11 R12
Tire Air Pressure
Front: 12 psi (82.7 kPa)
Rear: 14 psi (96.5 kPa)
Brakes - Front / Rear
Foot Actuated - 4 Wheel
Hydraulic Disc
Brake Fluid DOT 4
Parking Brake
(INT’L Model Only)
Hand Actuated
(located in center console)
Altitude
Shift
Weight
Drive
Spring
Driven
Spring
Meters
(Feet)
0-1500
(0-5000)
26-59
(1322981)
Blue / Yellow
(7043766)
Red
(3234452)
1500-3700
(5000 - 12000)
26-55
(1322982)
Blue / Yellow
(7043766)
Red
(3234452)
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MODEL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900
MODEL NUMBER: R13XT87AA
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
MODEL: 2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 EPS / INT’L
MODEL NUMBER: R13XT9EAK / R13XT9EFX
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 134.4 in. / 341.4 cm
Width 64 in. / 162.5 cm
Height 77 in. / 195.6 cm
Wheel Base 107.4 in. / 272.8 cm
Ground Clearance 12.5 in. / 31.8 cm
Dry Weight 1390 lbs. / 630.5 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 2375 lbs. / 1077 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 300 lbs. / 136 kg
Maximum Weight
Capacity (Payload)
900 lbs. / 408 kg
(Includes driver, passengers, cargo
and accessories)
Hitch Towing Capacity
This vehicle is not equipped with a
hitch for towing loads. Do not use
this vehicle for towing. Do not modify
the vehicle by adding a hitch.
Hitch Tongue Capacity
Category Dimension / Capacity
Length 134.4 in. / 341.4 cm
Width 64 in. / 162.5 cm
Height 77 in. / 195.6 cm
Wheel Base 107.4 in. / 272.8 cm
Ground Clearance 12.5 in. / 31.8 cm
Dry Weight 1406 lbs. / 638 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight 2375 lbs. / 1077 kg
Cargo Box Capacity 300 lbs. / 136 kg
Maximum Weight
Capacity (Payload)
900 lbs. / 408 kg
(Includes driver, passengers, cargo
and accessories)
Hitch Towing Capacity
This vehicle is not equipped with a
hitch for towing loads. Do not use
this vehicle for towing. Do not modify
the vehicle by adding a hitch.
Hitch Tongue Capacity
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2013 RANGER RZR XP 4 900 / EPS / INT’L
MODEL NUMBER: R13XT87AA / R13XT9EAK, FX
ENGINE NUMBER: 1204573
CLUTCH CHART
Engine
Platform
4-Stroke DOHC Twin Cylinder,
Liquid Cooled, Electric Start
Engine Number 1204573
Engine Displacement 875cc
Number of Cylinders 2
Bore & Stroke (mm) 93 x 64.4 mm
Compression Ratio 10.5:1
Engine Idle Speed 1250 ± 100 RPM
Engine Max Operating RPM 8750 RPM
Lubrication Wet Sump
Oil Requirements PS-4 Plus or Extreme Duty
Oil Capacity 2.5 qts. / 2.4 liters
Coolant Capacity 9.7 qts. / 9.2 liters
Overheat Warning Instrument Cluster Indicator
Exhaust System Dual Headpipe / Single Silencer
Fuel System
Fuel System Type Bosch M17 EFI
Fuel Delivery Electronic Fuel Pump (in tank)
Fuel Pressure 43.5 ± 2 psi (300 ± 14 kPa)
Fuel Filters See Chapter 4
Fuel Capacity / Requirement
7.25 gal. (27.4 liters)
87 Octane (minimum)
Electrical
Alternator Rated Output 570 Watts @ 3000 RPM
Headlights
2 - Dual Beam LED:
Low 27 Watts; High 27 Watts
Tail / Brake 2 - 6 Watts / 2 - 27 Watts
Starting System Electric Start
Ignition System Bosch M17 (ECU Controlled)
Spark Plug / Gap RG4YCX / 0.03 in. (0.75 mm)
Battery
Deka ETX30L / 30 AH
365 CCA / 12 Volt
Instrument Type Multifunction Instrument Cluster
DC Outlet 2- Standard 12 Volt
Relays
Chassis / EFI / Fan
Fuel Pump / EPS (OPT)
Circuit Breaker 20 Amp: Fan Motor
Fuses (Fuse/Relay Box)
10 Amp: Drive
10 Amp: Fuel Pump
20 Amp: Lights
20 Amp: EFI
20 Amp: Accessory
Fuses (Power Fuse Holder)
30 Amp: EFI
30 Amp: Chassis
30 Amp: EPS (OPT)
Drivetrain
Transmission Type Polaris Automatic PVT
Drive Ratio - Front 3.82:1
Drive Ratio - Final 3.53:1
Shift Type In Line Shift - H / L / N / R / P
Front Gearcase
Fluid Type / Capacity
Polaris Demand Drive Plus
6.75 oz. (200 ml)
Transmission
Fluid Type / Capacity
Polaris AGL Plus
XP 4 900: 44 oz. (1300 ml)
XP 4 INT’L: 41 oz. (1200 ml)
Clutching (PVT) Type
Drive: Polaris, Basic,
Non-Braking Bearing
Driven: Team Roller
Dampened
Clutching (PVT)
Center-to-Center Distance
10.5 in. (26.7 cm)
PVT Drive Belt 3211148
Steering / Suspension
Front Suspension / Shock
Independent Dual A-arm
Walker Evans™ 2.0"
Piggyback
Front Travel 13.5 in. / 34.3 cm
Rear Suspension / Shock
Independent Trailing Arm
Walker Evans™ 2.5"
Piggyback
Rear Travel 14 in. / 35.6 cm
Shock Preload Adjustment
Front / Rear
Threaded Spanner Wrench
Adjustment
Toe Out 1/8 - 3/16 in. (3.2 - 4.8 mm)
Wheels / Brakes
Front Wheel Size
Front Tire Type / Size
12 x 6 / Cast Aluminum
Maxxis Bighorn / 26 x 9 R12
ITP 900XCT / 27 x 9 R12
Rear Wheel Size
Rear Tire Type / Size
12 x 8 / Cast Aluminum
Maxxis Bighorn / 26 x 12 R12
ITP 900XCT / 27 x 11 R12
Tire Air Pressure
Front: 14 psi (96.5 kPa)
Rear: 16 psi (110.3 kPa)
Brakes - 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)
26-59
(1322981)
Purple
(7043805)
Red
(3234452)
1500-3700
(5000 - 12000)
26-55
(1322982)
Purple
(7043805)
Red
(3234452)
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MISC. SPECIFICATIONS AND CHARTS
Conversion Table
°C to °F: °C x 9/5 + 32 = °F °F to °C: °F - 32 x 5/9 = °C
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