Polaris Sportsman 6x6 - Manual (Page 79)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Lubrication Recommendations
Transmission Lubrication
Always check and change the
transmission lubricant at the
intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on
page 70. Maintain the oil level
at the bottom of the fill hole
threads. Polaris recommends
the use of Premium AGL
Synthetic Gearcase Lubricant.
See page 113 for the part numbers
of Polaris products.
Oil Check
1. Position the ATV on a level surface
and remove the propshaft shield
from the right side of the vehicle.
2. Remove the fill plug (1) and add
the recommended lubricant as
needed to maintain the oil level at
the proper level.
NOTE: Do not fill to the bottom of the
fill hole threads.
3. Reinstall the fill plug and propshaft shield.
Oil Change
1. Position the ATV on a level surface and remove the propshaft
shield from the right side of the vehicle.
2. Remove the transmission drain plug (2) located on the bottom
left-hand side and drain the oil into an appropriate container.
Discard used oil properly.
3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
4. Remove the fill plug and add the recommended lubricant. Refer to
the specifications section beginning on page 114 for capacities.
5. Reinstall the fill plug and check for leaks.
6. Reinstall the propshaft shield.
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