Polaris Sportsman 400 HO Carburetor & Intake Boot Kit 2011-2014
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Compatible Models
We do our best to list all compatible models. Although this may be the part you need, your exact model may not appear below.
- Polaris Sportsman 400 HO 4x4 — 2011
- Polaris Sportsman 400 HO 4x4 — 2012
- Polaris Sportsman 400 HO 4x4 — 2013
- Polaris Sportsman 400 HO 4x4 SE — 2013-2014
- Polaris Sportsman 400 HO 4x4 — 2014
Product Overview
This kit tackles two related causes of a poorly running Sportsman: a carburetor damaged by old fuel and an intake boot that has hardened or cracked. Replacing both can correct fuel-metering trouble and close the vacuum-leak path that makes an engine hang at idle, bog, or run lean.
Check valve clearance, compression, ignition, tank flow, and air filtration too. A new carburetor cannot cover up another engine problem.
Key Features & Performance
- Carburetor plus matching intake manifold boot
- Addresses fuel varnish and intake air leaks together
- Stock-style replacement layout
- Aftermarket kit for Sportsman 400 HO service
Common Uses
- Hard start after stale fuel
- Hanging idle from a cracked intake boot
- Fuel leak, hesitation, or bogging
- Complete carburetor and intake reseal
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Carburetor and intake boot kit
- Engine: Sportsman 400 HO
- Fuel System: Carbureted
- Replacement Type: Aftermarket
Installation & Fitment
- Flush old fuel and clean the tank and line
- Inspect the head-side sealing surface
- Route cables and vent hoses like the original
- Check for vacuum leaks and set idle after warming
Compatibility Notice
Confirm exact Sportsman submodel, carburetor ports, intake-boot angle and bolt spacing, cable ends, choke arrangement, and original dimensions.
Northline Parts does its best to list all known compatible models, but the correct part may fit an application not shown.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why replace the intake boot with the carburetor? A: A cracked boot introduces unmetered air and can make a good carburetor run poorly.
Q: Can stale gas cause the no-start? A: Yes. Deposits can block jets and stick the float valve.
Q: Will it fit a Sportsman 500? A: No Sportsman 500 fitment is claimed.
Q: Does it need adjustment? A: Idle, mixture, cable free play, and choke operation should be checked.
Part Summary
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Brand names, model numbers, and reference part numbers are used for identification and compatibility purposes only. Verify the original component, dimensions, and application before purchase.