Polaris Sportsman 550 2014 Owner's Manual page 96

Rear Gearcase Oil
See the table on page 86 for fluid recommendations, capacities and plug
torques. Always check and change the rear gearcase oil at the intervals
outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 82. See
page 137 for the part numbers of POLARIS products.
The fill plug is located on the
rear of the gearcase. The drain
plug is located on the bottom
of the gearcase.
Maintain the fluid level at the
bottom of the fill hole threads.
Do not overfill.
Oil Check
1. Position the vehicle on a
level surface.
2. Remove the fill plug.
Check the oil level.
3. Add the recommended oil
as needed to bring the
level to the bottom of the
fill hole threads. Do not overfill.
4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
Oil Change
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Place a drain pan under the drain hole.
3. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
4. Clean and reinstall the drain plug with a new sealing washer. Torque
to specification.
5. Remove the fill plug. Add the proper amount of the recommended
oil. Do not overfill.
6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
7. Check for leaks.
8. Dispose of used oil properly.
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