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Maintenance, Oil and filter change – Polaris Phoenix 9921841 User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Oil and Filter Change

8. Place towels under the oil fil-

ter. Using an oil filter wrench,

turn the filter counterclock-

wise to remove it.

9. Using a clean, dry cloth, clean

the filter sealing surface on

the crankcase.

10. Lubricate the gasket on the

new filter with a film of

engine oil. Check to make

sure the gasket is in good con-

dition.

11. Install the new filter and turn

by hand until the filter gasket

contacts the sealing surface,

then turn and additional 1/2

turn.

12. Remove the oil fill plug and add the recommended oil. Do not over-

fill.

13. Reinstall the fill plug.
14. Start the engine and let it idle for one to two minutes.
15. Stop the engine and inspect for leaks.
16. Check the oil level and add oil as necessary to maintain the level at

the center of the sight glass.

17. Discard used oil and filter properly.