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Polaris Sportsman 500 Service Manual

Polaris Sportsman 500
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MAINTENANCE
2.9
FRONT GEARCASE LUBRICATION
The gearcase lubricant level should be checked and changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
S Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding.
S Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and unobstructed.
S The correct gearcase lubricant to use is Polaris Premium GL5 80-90 Gear Lube, or an equivalent lubricant
with a GL5 rating.
To check the level:
1. The front gearcase lubricant level cannot be
checked with a dipstick or by visual reference.
The gearcase must be drained and re-filled with
theproperamount oflubricant. Refertoprocedure
below.
To change lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the bottom
and drain oil. Catch and discard used oil properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drain plug using a new sealing
washer .
3. Remove fill plug.
4. Add proper amount of lubricant.
5. Install fill plug.
6. Check for leaks.
Specified Lubricant:
Polaris Front Gearcase Lube PN 2871653
...Or API GL5 80-90 Gearlube
Capacity: 4.0 Oz. (120ml.)...........
Drain Plug / Fill Plug Torque:
14 ft. lbs. (19.4 Nm)
FRONT GEARCASE SPECIFICATIONS
Fill plug
Make sure vent is unobstructed
Drain plug

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Polaris Sportsman 500 Specifications

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BrandPolaris
ModelSportsman 500
CategoryOffroad Vehicle
LanguageEnglish

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