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Polaris 2001 ATV Universal ATV User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Oil Filter and Change (Cont.)

(4-Stroke models with an external oil tank)

11. Lubricate O-Ring on new filter with a film of new engine oil.

Check to make sure the O-Ring is in good condition. Also

make sure the O-ring from the old filter is not still on the engine.

12. Install new filter and tighten by hand 1/2 to 3/4 turn after gasket

contact.

13. Approximately 1 cup of engine oil will remain in the crankcase.

To drain, remove drain plug found on lower right side of

crankcase. NOTE: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and

crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or

scratches.

14. Reinstall drain plug.

15. Remove dipstick and add the amount of oil indicated in your

Owner’s Manual Supplement. Reinstall dipstick. NOTE: If

sump is not drained, add about 1 3/4 quarts initially.

16. Place gear selector in

neutral

and

set

parking brake.

17. Start engine and let it

idle for one to two

minutes. Stop engine

and inspect for leaks.

18. Re-check oil level on

the dipstick and add

oil as necessary to

bring the level to the

upper mark on the

dipstick.

19. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.

Dipstick

Filter