Polaris Scrambler 9921620 - Manual (Page 70)

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MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
9. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench,
turn the filter (1) counterclockwise and remove.
10. Lubricate the gasket on the new filter with a film of new engine
oil. Check to make sure the gasket is in good condition. Also
make sure the gasket from the old filter is not still on the engine.
11. Install the new filter and tighten by hand 1/2 to 3/4 turn after
gasket contacts the engine.
12. Approximately one cup of
engine oil will remain in the
crankcase. To drain, remove
the drain plug on the lower
right side of the crankcase.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on
the drain plug and
crankcase should be
clean and free of burrs,
nicks or scratches.
13. Reinstall the drain plug and
torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
14. Remove the dipstick (2) and add two quarts (1.9 l) of the
recommended oil. Reinstall the dipstick.
NOTE: If the sump is not drained, add about 1 3/4 quarts initially.
15. Place the gear selector in neutral. Lock the parking brake.
16. Prime the oil pump using the procedure on page 69.. Then stop
the engine and inspect for leaks.
17. Recheck the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as necessary to
bring it to the recommended level on the dipstick.
18. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
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