Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 2007, Service Manual

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MAINTENANCE
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NOTE: The dipstick must be screwed completely in
to ensure accurate measurement.
6. Remove dipstick and check to see that the oil level is in the
normal range. Add oil as indicated by the level on the
dipstick. Do not overfill.
NOTE: Rising oil level between checks in cool
weather driving, can indicate moisture collecting in
the oil reservoir. If the oil level is over the full mark,
change the oil.
Engine Oil and Filter Change
1. Place vehicle on a level surface.
2. Run engine two to three minutes until warm. Stop engine.
3. Clean area around drain plug (B) at bottom of oil tank.
4. Place a drain pan beneath oil tank and remove drain plug.
CAUTION: Oil may be hot. Do not allow hot oil to come
into contact with skin as serious burns may result.
5. Allow oil to drain completely.
6. Replace sealing washer (A) on drain plug.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on drain plug and oil
tank should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or
scratches.
7. Reinstall drain plug and torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm).
8. Loosen clamp (D).
9. Remove oil hose from screen fitting (C) on bottom of oil
tank.
10. Remove screen fitting (C).
11. Clean screen thoroughly.
12. Apply Loctite™ 565 Thread Sealant (PN 2871956) to the
clean and oil free threads of the fitting.
13. Install screen fitting (C) and rotate a minimum of 2 1/2 turns
(clockwise) into the tank threads. Then rotate the screen
fitting (C) clockwise until the nipple of the screen fitting (C)
aligns with the marking on the tank.
NOTE: Maximum torque for the screen fitting (C) is
25 ft.lbs. (34 Nm), do not overtighten.
WARNING
Personal injury can occur when handling used
oil. Hot oil can cause burns or skin damage.
Recommended engine Oil:
Polaris Premium Synthetic OW-40
(PN 2871281) (Quart)
Ambient Temperature Range
-40° F to 120° F
ADD 8 OZ. NORMAL
FULL
Maintain Oil Level In Normal Range
Screw in completely to check
A
B
D
C
Reference Mark
on Tank
C