Polaris ATP 500 4x4 - Manual (Page 93)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Lubrication Recommendations
Rear Gearcase Oil Check
With the ATV on a level surface,
remove the fill plug and view the oil
level through the fill hole (1).
Lubricant should be kept even with
the bottom of the fill hole. Use
Polaris Premium Synthetic Gearcase
Lube (or GL5 80-90 weight gear
lube). NOTE: See page 121 for the
part numbers of Polaris products.
Rear Gearcase Oil Change
1. Remove the drain plug (2). Catch
and discard used oil properly.
2. Clean the drain plug and inspect
the o-ring. Replace with a new
o-ring if signs of tearing or fretting
exist. Reinstall the drain plug and
torque to 40 in. lbs. (4.5 Nm).
3. Remove the fill plug and add 18
oz. (532 ml) of recommended gear
lube. Maintain the oil level at the
bottom of the fill hole.
4. Clean the fill plug and inspect the o-ring. Replace the o-ring if
it’s worn or damaged.
5. Reinstall the fill plug and torque to 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm).
6. Check for leaks.
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