Polaris 2013 ATV Sportsman 500 Tractor INTL - Manual (Page 84)

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MAINTENANCE
Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid
Fluid Recommendations
Change the front gearcase fluid every 25 hours if the ADC unit is
exposed to extreme use. Extreme use includes any of the following:
• operation in ADC mode for prolonged periods
• constant ADC operation on hilly or mountainous terrain
• ADC is the primary mode of all-wheel-drive operation
TIP: If the front gearcase is makes excessive noise during ADC operation,
change the demand drive fluid. If the noise continues, please see your
POLARIS dealer for service.
Use the recommended fluid.
Use of other fluids may
result in improper operation
of components. See page
126 for the part numbers of
POLARIS products.
Maintain the fluid level at
the bottom of the fill hole
threads.
Fluid Level
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Place the transmission in PARK.
3. Remove the fill plug.
4. Add the recommended demand drive fluid as needed.
5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
Gearcase Lubricant Capacity Fill Plug
Torque
Drain Plug
Torque
Demand Drive
Unit
Demand Drive PLUS Fluid 275 ml 11-14 N-m 15 N-m
Drain Plug
Fill Plug
Fill Level