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Maintenance, Gearcases – Polaris 2010 Ranger XP User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Gearcases

Middle Gearcase (6X6)

Always check and change the middle gearcase oil at the intervals out-

lined 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.
The middle gearcase fill plug is located on the side of the gearcase.
Oil Check
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.

3. Remove the drain plug.

Allow the oil to drain completely.

4. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
5. Add the recommended fluid.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
7. Check for leaks. Discard used oil properly.

Drain Plug

Fill Plug