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4. Clean the screen/filter in parts-cleaning solvent;
then inspect the O-ring and replace if damaged.
5. Install the screen/filter, spring, and screen/filter
cap into the crankcase and tighten to 11 ft-lb.
6. Remove the oil fill plug and pour in 1.0 L (1.06
U.S. qt) of the recommended oil into the fill hole;
then install the oil fill plug.
7. Start the engine (while the ATV is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
8. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one
minute. Check the oil level in the engine oil
inspection window. The oil level should be visible
through the window. If oil is not visible, add rec-
ommended oil until the oil level is visible between
the lines of the window.
KM127A
9. Inspect the area around the screen/filter cap for
leaks.
Transmission Lubricant
Change the lubricant according to the Periodic Mainte-
nance Chart. When changing the lubricant, use
approved SAE 80W-90 hypoid gear lube.
To change the lubricant, use the following procedure.
1. Place the ATV on level ground.
2. Loosen the fill plug; then remove the transmission
drain plug and drain the transmission lubricant.
KM851A
KM845A
3. Install the drain plug and tighten to 21 ft-lb; then
remove the transmission level plug and the fill
plug.
TR028A
4. Pour in the appropriate amount of recommended
lubricant into the fill hole while observing the
level hole. When correctly filled, transmission
lubricant should just be visible on the bottom
threads of the level hole.
5. Install the level plug and fill plug and tighten
securely; then check for leakage around the drain
plug.
! CAUTION
Any oil used in place of the recommended oil could
cause serious engine damage. Do not use oils which
contain graphite or molybdenum additives. These oils
can adversely affect clutch operation. Also, not recom-
mended are racing, vegetable, non-detergent, and cas-
tor-based oils.
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