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Caution – Polaris 2002 Victory Touring Cruiser User Manual

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Maintenance

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10. Reinstall the oil fill cap and then start and run the engine until it reaches normal operating

temperature.

After an oil change, the low oil pressure indicator remains illuminated longer than usual before going out.
Revving the engine while the low oil pressure indicator is illuminated can damage the engine.

Caution

11. Stop the engine and make sure there are no leaks around the drain plug and oil filter. Check the oil

level and adjust if needed.

Notice

Recycle used oil and oil filters in accordance with

local regulations.

Check Engine Oil Level

1. With the engine at normal operating temperature,

straddle the motorcycle on level ground and bring it to

a vertical position. Remove the oil fill cap and wipe the

dipstick clean. Reinstall the dipstick and turn the cap

clockwise until it seats.

2. Remove the dipstick again and note the oil level.
3. If necessary, add or remove oil to bring the level into

the area on the dipstick above the ADD mark and

below the FULL mark (see “Engine Oil

Specifications,” page 139). Repeat steps 1--2 each time

you adjust the oil level.

1. Oil Fill Cap/Dipstick

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1. ADD Mark

2. FULL Mark

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2