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8. Install the engine drain plug and tighten to 20 ft-lb.
Pour the specified amount of the recommended oil in
the filler hole. Install the oil level stick/filler plug.
9. Start the engine (while the ATV is outside on level
ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
10. Turn the engine off and wait approximately one min-
ute.
11. Remove the oil level stick and wipe it with a clean
cloth; then install the oil level stick into engine case.
NOTE: The oil level stick should be threaded into
the case for checking purposes.
12. Remove the oil level stick; the engine oil level should
be above the illustrated “L” mark but not higher than
the illustrated “F” mark.
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13. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter
for leaks.
14. Install the left-side engine cover and the seat.
Front Differential/Rear
Drive Lubricant
When changing the lubricant, use approved SAE 80W-90
hypoid gear lube.
To check lubricant, remove the rear drive filler plug; the
lubricant level should be 1 in. below the threads of the
plug. If low, add SAE approved 80W-90 hypoid gear
lubricant as necessary.
To change the lubricant, use the following procedure.
1. Place the ATV on level ground; then remove each fill
plug.
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2. Drain the lubricant into a drain pan by removing the
drain plug from each.
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3. After all the oil has been drained, install the drain
plugs and tighten to 45 in.-lb.
4. Pour the appropriate amount of approved SAE
80W-90 hypoid gear lubricant into the filler hole.
5. Install the fill plugs and tighten to 16 ft-lb.
NOTE: If the differential/rear drive oil is contami-
nated with water, inspect the drain plug, filler plug,
and/or bladder.
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.
CAUTION
Do not over-fill the engine with oil. Always make sure
that the oil level is above the “L” mark but not higher
than the “F” mark.
CAUTION
Water entering the outer end of the axle will not be able
to enter the rear drive unless the seals are damaged.
