Maintenance, Middle gearcase oil – Polaris 2014 ATV Sportsman Big Boss 6x6 User Manual

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MAINTENANCE

Middle Gearcase Oil

Always check and change the
middle gearcase oil at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on
page 79.

We recommend the use of
POLARIS ATV Angle Drive Fluid
(or GL5 80-90 weight gear lube).
See page 136 for the part numbers
of POLARIS products.

The middle gearcase fill plug is
located on the side of the gearcase.
Maintain the oil level even with
the bottom thread of the fill plug hole.

Oil Check

1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.

2. Remove the fill plug. Check the oil level.

3. Add the recommended oil as needed.

4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).

Oil Change

1. Remove the fill plug.

2. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the gearcase. Drain the

oil into a drain pan. Discard used oil properly.

3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).

4. Add 17 oz. (500 ml) the recommended fluid.

5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).

6. Check for leaks

Drain Plug

Check/Fill Plug

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