2015 Polaris Sportsman 850 Owners Manual - Page 87
2015 Polaris Sportsman 850 Manual
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MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Oil and Filter Change 10. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench (available from your POLARIS dealer), turn the filter counterclockwise to remove it. 11. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase. 12. 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. 13. Install the new filter and rotate it Oil Filter clockwise by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn it an additional 1/2 turn. 14. Remove the dipstick. Add the proper amount of the recommended oil. Do not overfill. 15. Reinstall the dipstick. 16. XP 1000 only: Reinstall the guard plate over the oil filter access. 17. Place the transmission in PARK. 18. Lock the parking brake. 19. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for one to two minutes. 20. Stop the engine. 21. Check for leaks. 22. Check the oil level. Add oil as needed to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick. 23. Dispose of used filter and oil properly. 85