Polaris 2007 Sportsman 450 EFI, Service Manual

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2.12
MAINTENANCE
Front Gearcase Lubrication
The front gearcase lubricant level should be checked and
changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
• Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding and in PARK
• Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and
unobstructed
• The correct front gearcase lubricant to use is Polaris
Premium Demand Hub Fluid.
To Check the Lubricant Level:
The front and rear gearcase lubricant level cannot be checked
with a dipstick. The gearcase must be drained and re-filled with
the proper amount of lubricant or be filled to the bottom of the
fill plug hole threads. Refer to procedures.
To Change Gearcase Lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug (A) located on the bottom of
the gearcase and drain oil. (The drain plug is accessible
through the skid plate.) Catch and discard used oil
properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drain plug (A) using a new sealing
washer (B). Torque to specification.
3. Remove fill plug. Inspect the O-ring.
4. Fill with the recommended fluid amount or to the bottom
of the fill plug hole threads. (See Illustration below).
5. Install / torque fill plug and check for leaks.
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Specified Lubricant:
Demand Drive LT Premium Hub Fluid
(PN 2876251)
CH Gearcase Capacity: 8.97 oz. (265 ml.)
ADC Gearcase Capacity: 9.3 oz. (275 ml.)
= T
Fill Plug Torque: 8-10 ft.lbs. (11-14 Nm)
Drain Plug Torque: 11 ft.lbs. (15 Nm)
FRONT GEARCASE
Fill Plug
8-10 ft.lbs.
(11-14 Nm)
Drain Plug
11 ft.lbs. (15 Nm)
Drain Plug
Left Side View
Fill Plug
Front Gearcase
Fill -
Hub Fluid
Demand Drive LT
Premium