A
B
C
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MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
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Chaincase Oil
Check the chaincase oil level at the intervals outlined in the
maintenance charts beginning on page 72. Maintain the oil level
between the safe marks on the dipstick (A). C hange the chaincase oil
after the first 500 miles (800 km), then every 1000 miles (1600 km) or
seasonally.
NOTE: Clean the magnetic plug (B) whenever checking or changing
lubricant.
Polaris recommends the use of Polaris
Synthetic Chaincase Lube. See page 109
for the part numbers of Polaris products.
Oil Check
1. Position the machine on a
level surface.
2. Remove the dipstick and
wipe it clean with a dry cloth.
3. Reinstall the dipstick, then
remove it and read the oil level.
4. Add the recommended oil as
needed. Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the dipstick, making
sure it is seated properly.
Oil Change
1. Position the machine on a level surface.
2. Place a drain pan beneath the chaincase and remove the drain
plug (C). Allow the oil to drain completely.
3. Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and the oil tank
should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
4. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 6-10 ft. lbs. (8-13 Nm).
5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean with a dry cloth.
6. Add 11 oz. (325 ml) of the recommended oil. Do not overfill.
7. Reinstall the dipstick, making sure it is seated properly.
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