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Maintenance, Gearcases – Polaris 2008 Ranger Crew User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Gearcases

Rear Gearcase

Always check and change the rear gearcase oil at the intervals outlined

in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 60.
Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 70 for recommended

lubricants, capacities and torque specifications. See page 110 for the

part numbers of Polaris products.
The rear gearcase fill plug is on the driver's side of the rear gearcase.
Oil Check
Maintain the oil level even

with the bottom thread of

the fill plug hole.
1. Position the vehicle on

a level surface.

2. Remove the fill plug.

Check the oil level.

3. Add the recommended

oil as needed.

4. Reinstall the fill plug.

Torque to specification.

Oil Change
1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug. Remove the drain plug.
3. Drain the oil. Dispose of used oil properly.
4. Clean the drain plug. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specifica-

tion.

5. Add the recommended oil.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
7. Check for leaks.

Fill Plug

Drain Plug