Maintenance and lubrication, Gearcases – Polaris Series 11 Ranger User Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Gearcases

Middle Gearcase

The middle gearcase lubricant level should be checked at 25 hours or

monthly, whichever comes first. Middle gearcase oil should be

changed annually.
NOTE: Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart on page 67.

Always use Polaris Premium Gearcase Lube. See page 96 for the part

numbers of Polaris-recommended products.
The middle gearcase fill plug (1) is located on the driver’s side of the

gearcase.
Oil Check

1. With the RANGER on a level

surface, remove the middle

gearcase fill plug and check the

lubricant level. Lubricant

should be even with the bottom

thread of the fill plug hole.

2. Reinstall the fill plug and

torque to specification.

Oil Change

1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Remove the drain plug (2) from

the bottom of the gearcase and drain the oil into a drain pan.

Discard used oil properly.

3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
4. Add Polaris Premium Gearcase Lube until it reaches the bottom

thread of the fill plug hole.

5. Reinstall the fill plug and torque to specification. Check for leaks.

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