Polaris Sportsman 9920775 - Manual (Page 82)

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MAINTENANCE
Oil and Filter Change
8. Reinstall the screen fitting and rotate the fitting clockwise a mini-
mum of 2 1/2 turns into the tank threads. Continue to rotate the fit-
ting until the nipple of the fitting aligns with the mark on the tank.
NOTE: Do not over-tighten. Maximum torque for the screen fitting is 25 ft. lbs.
(34 Nm).
9. Reattach the oil line.
10. Place shop towels beneath the
oil filter. Using an oil filter
wrench, turn the filter counter-
clockwise 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 clockwise by hand until the filter
gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn it an additional 1/2
turn.
14. Approximately one cup of engine oil will remain in the crankcase.
To drain, remove the drain plug on the lower right side of the crank-
case.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and crankcase should be clean
and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
15. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
16. Remove the dipstick. Add two quarts (1.9 l) of recommended oil.
Reinstall the dipstick.
NOTE: If the sump is not drained, add about 1 3/4 quarts (1.6 l) initially.
17. Place the transmission in neutral.
18. Lock the parking brake.
19. Prime the oil pump using the procedure on page 80. Then stop
the engine and inspect for leaks.
20. Check the oil level. Add oil as needed to bring the level to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
21. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.