Polaris ATP 500 4x4 - Manual (Page 85)

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Lubrication Recommendations
Premium 4 Synthetic Oil
Polaris Premium 4 All Season Synthetic engine oil has been specially
formulated for use in Polaris 4-cycle engines. It’s a fully synthetic,
high performance, multi-viscosity oil designed to provide the ultimate
in lubrication performance and protection. NOTE: See page 121 for the
part numbers of Polaris products.
Premium 4 possesses unsurpassed film strength over the widest
possible temperature range. It resists viscosity and frictional
breakdown in ambient temperatures from -40° F. to 120° F. Its
exceptional frictional properties result in more efficient operation, more
power output and lower fuel consumption.
Although Polaris Premium 4 is the only oil recommended for use in
this engine, use of any API certified “SH” oil is allowable as long as
it’s 0W-40. Oil may need to be changed more frequently if Polaris
Premium 4 is not used. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
for ambient temperature operation.
Engine Oil Check
The oil tank is located on the left side
of the vehicle.
1. Position the machine on a level
surface.
2. Start the engine and let it idle for
20-30 seconds. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the dipstick (1) and wipe
it dry with a clean cloth.
4. Screw the dipstick completely in. NOTE: The dipstick must be
screwed completely in to keep the angle and depth of the stick
consistent.
5. Remove the dipstick and
read the oil level.
Maintain the oil level in
the normal operating
range (2). Do not overfill.
CAUTION
Mixing brands or using a non-recommended oil may cause serious
engine damage. We recommend the use of Polaris Premium 4 All
Season synthetic oil or API certified “SH” oil, 0W-40. Never
substitute or mix oil brands. Use only 0W-40.
1
ADD 8 OZ. NORMAL FULL
2