Polaris 2009 Sportsman Touring 500 EFI / 800 EFI

User Manual - Page 80

For SPORTSMAN TOURING 500 EFI / 800 EFI.

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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change (800 EFI)
Always change the oil and filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 70. Always change the oil filter
whenever changing oil.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Start the engine. Allow it to warm up at idle for two to three min-
utes.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Clean the area around
the drain plug.
5. Place a drain pan
under the crankcase.
6. Remove the drain
plug. Allow the oil to
drain completely.
CAUTION! Hot oil can
cause burns to skin. Do not
allow hot oil to contact skin.
7. 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.
8. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
Drain Plug Location
to front
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