Polaris 2005 Phoenix 200, Owner'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Rear Gearcase Oil
Always check and change the rear gearcase oil at the intervals outlined
in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 61. Maintain the
oil level at the bottom of the check plug hole. We recommend the use
of Polaris Premium ATV Angle Drive Fluid. Refer to the gearcase
specifications chart on page 70. See page 99 for the part numbers of
Polaris products.
Oil Check
1. Position the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Remove the check plug (1)
and view the oil level.
3. Remove the fill plug (2). Add
the recommended oil as needed.
4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque
to specification.
5. Reinstall the check plug.
Torque to specification.
6. Check for leaks.
Oil Change
1. Remove the skid plate.
2. Remove the drain plug. Drain the oil into an appropriate container.
Discard used oil properly.
3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer.
Torque to specification.
4. Remove the fill plug and add the recommended gearcase oil.
5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
6. Check for leaks.
7. Reinstall the skid plate.
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