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Maintenance, Engine oil, Caution – Polaris 2008 Ranger RZR User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil

Oil and Filter Change

Always change the oil and filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic

Maintenance Chart beginning on page 75. Always change the oil filter

whenever changing oil.
The engine drain plug is located on

the bottom of the crankcase.
1. Position the vehicle on a level

surface. Place the transmission

in PARK. Apply the brakes.

2. Start the engine. Allow it to idle

for two to three minutes. Stop

the engine.

3. Clean the area around the drain

plug.

4. Place a drain pan beneath engine

crankcase and remove the drain

plug.

5. Allow the oil to drain completely.
6. Reinstall the sealing washer on the drain plug.

NOTE:

The sealing surfaces on drain plug and crankcase should be clean and

free of burrs, nicks or scratches.

7. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 16 ft. lbs. (22 Nm).

CAUTION

Hot oil can cause serious burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to come into

contact with skin.

Drain Plug