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OIL AND OIL FILTER CHANGE
IMPORTANT
Always change the oil filter when you change the engine oil.
The engine oil and oil filter should be changed in accordance with the
Maintenance Interval Chart. See the Lubrication Guide section for fluid
recommendations and capacities.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Clean the area around the drain plug
q
.
3. Place a drain pan under the crankcase.
4. Remove the drain plug
q
. Allow the oil to drain completely.
CAUTION
Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin.
5. Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug. The sealing surfaces on drain
plug and crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
6. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
7. Remove the oil filter cover plate
w
by loosening the three screws holding into
place.
8. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter
e
. Using an oil filter wrench
(available from your POLARIS dealer), turn the filter counter- clockwise to
remove it.
9. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase.
10.Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil. Check to
make sure the o-ring is in good condition.
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MAINTENANCE
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