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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Front Gearcase Oil
Always check and change the front gearcase oil at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 68.
Refer to the gearcase specifications chart on page 76. See page 108 for
the part numbers of Polaris products.
Oil Check
We recommend the use of Polaris Premium Demand Drive Hub Fluid
in models with centralized Hilliard gearcases (domestic models).
Maintain the level at the bottom of the fill plug threads (1).
1. Position the ATV on a level surface.
2. Remove the fill plug (2) and check
the oil level.
3. Add the recommended oil as
needed.
4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to
specification.
Oil Change
1. Check the vent hose (3) to be sure
it’s unobstructed and routed
properly.
2. Support t he vehicl e securely with
a jackstand and remove the front
tire on the driver’s side.
3. Remove the drain plug (4) located
on the bottom of the gearcase and
drai n the oil into a suitable
contai ner. The drain plug is
accessible through the s kid plate.
Discard used oil properly.
4. Clean and reinstall drain plug using a new sealing washer. Torque
to specification.
5. Remove the fill plug (3) and add the recommended fluid. DO NOT
OVERFILL. Overfilling may cause excess drag, which can lead to
unwanted engagement.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
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