Maintenance, Engine oil – Polaris Sportsman 850 XP EPS User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil

Oil and Filter Change

See the table on page 66 for fluid recommendations, capacities and plug
torques. Always change the oil and filter at the intervals outlined in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 62. Always change the
oil filter whenever changing oil.

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. Place the transmission in

PARK.

2. Start the engine. Allow it to warm up at idle for two to three min-

utes.

3. Stop the engine.

4. Clean the area around the drain plug.

5. Place a drain pan under the crankcase.

6. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.

Hot oil can cause burns to skin. Do not allow hot oil to contact skin.

7. Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug. The sealing surfaces

on drain plug and crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks
or scratches.

8. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.

550

Drain

Plug

to front

850

Drain

Plug

Filter Access

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