Polaris 2005 Sportsman MV7, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
2.26
engine oil will be lost if crankcase drain is
opened.
G
If recoil handle (B) seal has been
damaged, the handle should be replaced.
PVT DRYING & PVT DRAIN
PLUG
NOTE: If operating the ATV in or through water, be
sure to check the PVT cover and other components
for water ingestion. The ATV should be checked
immediately.
1. To release any water that maybe trapped in the
PVT cover, simply remove the PVT drain plug and
O--ring located on the bottom of the PVT cover
and let the water drain out. The PVT drain plug is
shown below.
PVT Drain Plug & O--ring
Ill.3
2. To further expel water from the cover and to dry
out the PVT system, shift the transmission to
neutral and rev engine slightly to expel the
moisture and air-dry the belt and clutches. Allow
engine RPM to settle to idle speed, shift
transmission to lowest available range and test
for belt slippage. Operate ATV in lowest available
range for a short period of time until PVT system
is dry.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The 600/700 engine is a wet--sump engine, meaning
the oil is contained in the bottom of the crankcase. To
check the oil level:
Dipstick
Ill.1
1. Set machine on a level surface.
2. Be sure the machine has sat for awhile before
removing the dipstick. Do not run the machine
and then check the dipstick.
3. Stop engine and unlock the lever lock.(Ill. 2)
Remove dipstick and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Dipstick Location
SAFE
ADD 8 OZ
Dipstick
Lever Lock
Ill.2