2011 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Owners Manual - Page 78
2011 Polaris Sportsman 500 HO Manual
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MAINTENANCE Transmission Oil Oil Change 1. Remove the fill plug. 2. Place a drain pan under the gearcase. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely. 3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification. 4. Add the proper amount of the recommended oil. 5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification. 6. Check for leaks. 7. Dispose of used oil properly. Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid Always check and change the demand drive fluid at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 62. Maintain the fluid level at the bottom of the fill hole threads. See page 117 for the part numbers of POLARIS products. Fluid Recommendations Gearcase Front Gearcase Lubricant Demand Drive PLUS Fluid Capacity 9 oz. (265 ml) Fill Plug Torque 8-10 ft. lbs. (11-14 Nm) Drain Plug Torque 11 ft. lbs. (15 Nm) The fill plug is located on the right side of the demand drive unit. The drain plug is located on the bottom right side of the unit. Fill Plug Fill Level Drain Plug 74
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