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Maintenance, Gearcases – Polaris 2010 Ranger XP User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Gearcases

Front Gearcase

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

in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 62. Maintain the

oil level even with the bottom thread of the fill plug hole.
Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 72 for recommended

lubricants, capacities and torque specifications. See page 116 for the

part numbers of Polaris products.
Oil Check
The front gearcase fill plug is

located on the right side of the

front gearcase.
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. Support the vehicle securely with a jackstand.
2. Remove the front tire on the driver's side.
3. Remove the fill plug.
4. Place a drain pan under the drain plug on the bottom right-hand

side.

5. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
7. Add the recommended oil.
8. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
9. Check for leaks. Dispose of used oil properly.

Drain

Plug

Fill

Plug