9926813 R04 - 2013-2016
RZR
570 Service Manual
© Copyright Polaris Industries Inc.
2.11
ENGINE
ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This single cylinder engine is a wet-sump engine,
meaning the oil is contained in the bottom of the
crankcase. To check the oil level follow the procedure
listed below:
1.
Position vehicle on a level surface.
2.
Place the transmission in Park (P).
3.
Be sure engine OFF has not been run for at lease 3
minutes.
NOTE
Do not run the machine and then immediately check the
oil level.
4.
Locate the engine oil dipstick
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Located on the right-hand side of the engine case;
accessible through the right-hand rear wheel well
area.
5.
Thoroughly clean the engine around dipstick area.
6.
Unscrew / remove dipstick and wipe dry with a clean
cloth.
7.
Reinstall the dipstick completely.
NOTE
Make certain the dipstick is threaded all the way into the
engine case.
8.
Unscrew and remove dipstick and verify the oil level
is in the SAFE (XX) range. Add oil as indicated by
the level on the dipstick. Do not overfill (see NOTE
below!).
NOTE
A rising oil level between checks in cool weather driving
can indicate contaminants such as gas or moisture
collecting in the crankcase. If the oil level is over the full
mark, change the oil immediately.
9.
Reinstall the dipstick and hand tighten.
ENGINE OIL AND FILTER SERVICE
Always change engine oil and filter at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Always
change the oil filter whenever changing the engine oil.
NOTE
Thoroughly clean engine around the oil drain plug , oil
filter and oil dipstick to prevent contamination from
entering the engine.
WARNING
Personal injury can occur when handling used oil. Hot
oil can cause burns or skin damage.
Recommended Engine Oil:
PS-4 Synthetic 4-Cycle Engine Oil
2876244 - Quart
1.
Position vehicle on a level surface.
2.
Place the transmission in PARK (P).
3.
If needed, start the engine and allow it to idle for
three minutes until warm. Stop the engine.
