2005 Polaris Sportsman 700/800 EFI Service Manual, Page 32Get this manual
MAINTENANCE
THROTTLE CABLEELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC SWITCH) ADJUSTMENT
1Slide boot off throttle cable adjuster and jam nut2Place shift selector in neutral and set parking brake3Loosen lock nut on in-line cable adjuster (Ill1)Boot Adjuster Sleeve Locknut Boot
THROTTLE INSPECTION
Check for smooth throttle opening and closing in all handlebar positionsThrottle lever operation should be smooth and lever must return freely without binding1234Place the gear selector in neutralSet parking brakeStart the engine and let it idleTurn handlebars from full right to full leftIf idle speed increases at any point in the turning range, inspect throttle cable routing and conditionAdjust cable tension as needed until locktolock turning can be accomplished with no rise in engine rpm5Replace the throttle cable if worn, kinked, or damagedTo remove the ETC cover: 1Use medium flat blade screwdriver and insert blade into the pocket of the cover starting on the #1 position2Twist screwdriver slightly while lifting on the cover to release snap3Repeat procedure at the other five locations as shownNOTE: Do not attempt to remove cover until all latch points are released2 1