2005-2007 Polaris Ranger 500 service manual, Page 301Get this manual
ELECTRICAL Differential Solenoid Test
Differential Solenoid Test Using known good 12V power source, connect directly to the Differential Solenoid at the harness connection located near the left hand frame railConnect battery positive to the solenoid side of the harness on the OrangeRed and Battery negative on the Blue wireAudible operation of the solenoid should be notedCaution: DO NOT POWER THE SOLENOID WITH 12V FOR MORE THAN SECOND OR DAMAGE TO THE SOLENOID MAY OCCUR
Test Procedure
What does passing Passing this test indicates the solenoid is operating correctlythis test indicate? What does failing If there is no audible operation coming from the differential solenoid inspect wire harness leading up to this test indicate? solenoidIf all connections are good, replace the solenoid
AWD Out Test
AWD OUT Test Test Procedure With the ignition and AWD switches in the "on" positionDisconnect the connector going to the AWD hub coilUse Digital Multimeter to check for power on the harness side of the connector on the Gray wireYour reading should be at or near battery voltage