2009 Polaris Sportsman 850 XP EFI EPS Service Manual, Page 249Get this manual
BODYFRAME SEAT AND SIDE PANELS
RemovalInstallation
12Grasp one side of the seat near the rear edgePull upward abruptly to disengage the under-seat fasteners5If removing the right-hand side panel, remove the gear shift selector cap, retaining screw and knob to allow removal
6734Remove the seatRemove the screws and push rivets securing the side panels on each side (see illustration)Left side shown