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MAINTENANCE
Gearcases
Gearcase Specification Chart
Main Gearcase (Transaxle)
Always check and change the main gearcase oil at the
intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart
beginning on page 40. Maintain the oil level even with
the bottom thread of the fill plug hole.
Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart for recom-
mended lubricants, capacities and torque specifica-
tions. See page 57 for the part numbers of POLARIS
products.
Oil Check
The fill plug is located at the right rear of the
vehicle.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Remove the fill plug.
3. Check the oil level.
4. Add the recommended oil as needed.
5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
Oil Change
The drain plug is located on the lower right side of
the main gearcase, near the fill plug. Refer to the
Gearcase Specifications Chart for recommended
lubricants, capacities and torque specifications.
1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain
completely.
3. Wipe the magnetic end of the drain plug clean to remove accumulated metallic filings.
4. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
5. Add the recommended oil as needed. Do not overfill.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
7. Check for leaks. Dispose of used oil properly.
Gearcase Lubricant Capacity Fill Plug Torque Drain Plug Torque
Main Gearcase
(Transaxle)
Premium ATV Angle Drive
Fluid
20.3 oz.
(600 ml)
14 ft. lbs.
(19.4 Nm)
14 ft. lbs.
(19.4 Nm)
Front Gearcase Demand Drive Plus Fluid 5.1 oz.
(150 ml)
8-10 ft. lbs.
(11-13.6 Nm
11 ft. lbs.
(15 Nm)
Fill Plug
Drain Plug
Fill Plug
Drain Plug