Polaris SPORTSMAN 600 Service Manual page 28

REAR GEARCASE LUBRICATION
The gearcase lubricant level should be checked and changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
G Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding.
G Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and unobstructed.
G The correct rear gearcase lubricant to use is Polaris ATV Angle Drive Fluid.
REAR GEARCASE SPECIFICATIONS
Specified Lubricant:
ATV Angle Drive Fluid (PN 2871653)
Capacity:
Drain Plug / Fill Plug Torque:
14 ft. lbs. (19.4 Nm)
To check the lubricant level:
The rear gearcases lubricant level cannot be checked
with a dipstick or by visual reference. The gearcase
must be drained and re-filled with the proper amount of
lubricant. Refer to procedure below.
To change gearcase lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the bottom
of the gearcase and drain oil. (The drain plug is
accessible through the skid plate.)
discard used oil properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drain plug using a new sealing
washer.
3. Remove fill plug.
4. Fill with the recommended fluid amount or fill to the
bottom of the fill plug hole threads.
5. Install fill plug and check for leaks.
2.10
5 Oz. (150 ml.)
Catch and
MAINTENANCE
REAR GEARCASE
Make sure vent is unobstructed
ILL. 3
REAR GEARCASE
Fill Plug Threads
Fill Plug
Drain plug
Fill to bottom of fill
plug threads