Polaris Sportsman X2 550 EPS Owner's Manual page 101

Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
9. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter.
Using an oil filter wrench (available from
your POLARIS dealer), turn the filter
counter-clockwise to remove it.
10. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter
sealing surface on the crankcase.
11. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with
a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make
sure the o-ring is in good condition.
12. Install the new filter and rotate it
clockwise by hand until the filter gasket
contacts the sealing surface, then turn it
an additional 1/2 turn.
13. Remove the dipstick. Add the proper
amount of the recommended oil. Do not
overfill.
14. Reinstall the dipstick.
15. Place the transmission in PARK.
16. Lock the parking brake.
17. Start the engine. Allow it to idle for one to two minutes.
18. Stop the engine.
19. Check for leaks.
20. Check the oil level. Add oil as needed to bring the level to the upper
mark on the dipstick.
21. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
MAINTENANCE
Oil Filter
99