2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Owners Manual - Page 84
2008 Polaris Sportsman 6x6 Manual
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Transmission Oil MAINTENANCE Always check and change the transmission oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 70. Maintain the oil level at the bottom of the fill plug hole threads. We recommend the use of Polaris Premium AGL Synthetic Gearcase Lubricant. See page 126 for the part numbers of Polaris products. Access the transmission fill plug from the right side of the vehicle. Access the drain plug from the left side of the vehicle. Oil Check 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Remove the propshaft shield from the right side of the vehicle. 3. Remove the fill plug. 4. Check the oil level. Add the recommended gearcase oil as needed to bring the level to the bottom of the fill hole threads. 5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). 6. Reinstall the propshaft shield. Fill Plug Oil Change 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. Remove the propshaft shield from the right side of the vehicle. Drain Plug 2. Place a drain pan under the gearcase. 3. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely. 4. Clean the drain plug. Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug. 5. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). 6. Remove the fill plug. Add the recommended oil. See page 124 for capacities. 7. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). 8. Check for leaks. 9. Reinstall the propshaft shield. 10. Dispose of used oil properly. 81