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Maintenance, Gearcases – Polaris 4X4 500 EFI User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Gearcases

Transmission (Main Gearcase)

Oil Change
The drain plug is located on the

bottom of the transmission.

Access the drain plug through the

drain hole in the skid plate.
1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the

drain plug.

3. Remove the drain plug. Drain

the oil.

4. Wipe the magnetic end of the

drain plug clean to remove

accumulated metallic filings.

5. After the oil has drained

completely, install a new

sealing washer.

NOTE:

Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 63 for recom-

mended lubricants, capacities and torque specifications.

6. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
7. Add the recommended oil as needed. Do not overfill.
8. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
9. Check for leaks.
10. Dispose of used oil properly.

Drain Plug