2004 Polaris Sportsman 700 EFI Owners Manual - Page 77

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION Oil and Filter Change The recommended oil change interval is 100 hours, 1000 miles, or every six months, whichever comes first. Suggested break-in oil change is at 20 hours, 200 miles, or one month, whichever comes first. Severe use operation requires more frequent service. Severe use includes continuous duty in dusty or wet conditions and cold weather riding. NOTE: Severe use cold weather riding is all riding below 10° F., and riding between 10° F and 30° F when most trips are slow speed and less than five miles. Be sure to change the oil filter whenever changing the oil. Oil Change 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Run the engine for two to three minutes until warm. Stop the engine. 3. Clean the area around the drain plug. 4. Place a drain pan beneath engine crankcase and remove the drain plug. CAUTION Hot oil can cause serious burns. Do not allow hot oil to touch skin. 5. Allow the oil to drain completely. 6. Replace 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 and torque to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm). 8. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counterclockwise to remove. 9. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase. 10. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition. 11. Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn and additional 1/2 turn. 12. Remove the dipstick and fill the sump with two quarts (1.9 l) of recommended oil. 13. Place the gear selector in park and set the parking brake. 14. Start the engine and let it idle for one to two minutes. Stop the engine and inspect for leaks. 15. Re-check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as necessary to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick. 16. Dispose of used filter and oil properly. 74