Polaris 500 2X4 - Manual (Page 73)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Gearcases
Front Gearcase (4X4)
Always check and change the front gearcase oil at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 53.
Maintain the oil level even with the bottom thread of the fill plug hole.
We recommend the use of Polaris Premium Demand Drive Hub Fluid.
See page 101 for the part numbers of Polaris products.
The front gearcase fill plug (1) is located on the right side of the front
gearcase.
Oil Check
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Remove the fill plug and check
the oil level.
3. Add the recommended hub fluid
as needed.
4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to
specification. See page 68.
Oil Change
1. Support the vehicle securely
with a jackstand.
2. Remove the front tire on the
driver’s side.
3. Remove the fill plug.
4. Remove the gearcase drain plug (2) located on the bottom
right-hand side and drain the oil into a drain pan. Discard used oil
properly.
5. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification. See
page 68.
6. Add 5 oz. (150 ml) of the recommended hub fluid. Refer to the
Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 68.
7. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification. See page 68.
8. Check for leaks.
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