MAINTENANCE
2.10
REAR GEARCASE LUBRICATION
The gearcase lubricant level should be checked and changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
G Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding.
G Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and unobstructed.
G The correct rear gearcase lubricant to use is Polaris ATV Angle Drive Fluid.
To check the lubricant level:
The rear gearcases lubricant level cannot be checked
with a dipstick or by visual reference. The gearcase
must be drained and re-filled with the proper amount of
lubricant. Refer to procedure below.
To change gearcase lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the bottom
of the gearcase and drain oil. (The drain plug is
accessible through the skid plate.) Catch and
discard used oil properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drain plug using a new sealing
washer.
3. Remove fill plug.
4. Fill with the recommended fluid amount or fill to the
bottom of the fill plug hole threads.
5. Install fill plug and check for leaks.
Specified Lubricant:
ATV Angle Drive Fluid (PN 2871653)
Capacity: 5 Oz. (150 ml.)
Drain Plug / Fill Plug Torque:
14 ft. lbs. (19.4 Nm)
REAR GEARCASE SPECIFICATIONS
Fill to bottom of fill
plug threads
REAR
GEARCASE
Fill Plug Threads
Make sure vent is unobstructed
Drain plug
REAR GEARCASE
Fill Plug
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