Polaris RANGER 1000 2023 Owner's Manual page 100

MAINTENANCE
OIL CHECK
The oil dipstick is located on the engine. Access the dipstick through the right
rear wheel well.
To check the oil, do the following:
1. Position vehicle on a level surface and place the transmission in PARK.
2. Stop the engine and allow it to cool down before removing the dipstick.
3. Raise the cargo box. Unlock the dipstick lever
wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
4. Reinstall the dipstick and push it into place. Do not lock the dipstick.
Make certain the dipstick is inserted all the way into the dipstick tube to keep
5. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
6. Add the recommended oil as necessary to bring the oil level within the SAFE
range on dipstick. Do not overfill (see NOTE below).
A rising oil level between checks during cold weather operation can indicate
contaminants such as gas or moisture collecting in the crankcase. If the oil
level is over the upper mark, change the oil immediately.
7. With the cargo box raised, add engine oil through the oil fill cap
top of the valve cover, under the cargo box.
8. When finished, reinstall dipstick and lock the lever. Lower the cargo box and
secure in position.
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