Polaris 2004-2005 Sportsman 6x6 Service Manual page 46

MAINTENANCE
11. Apply Loctitet Thread Sealant 565 (PN
2871956) or an equivalent pipe thread sealant or
PTFE sealant tape to clean, oil free threads of
fitting (C).
12. Install fitting (C) and torque to 14-17 ft.lbs. (19--23
Nm).
13. Install oil hose on fitting (C) and re--install clamp
(D).
D
C
14. Place shop towels beneath oil filter (E) . Use Oil
Filter Wrench (PV- -43527),
counterclockwise to remove.
15. Using a clean dry cloth, clean filter sealing surface
on crankcase.
16. Lubricate O-ring on new filter with a film of engine
oil. Check to make sure the O-ring is in good
condition.
17. Install new filter and turn by hand until filter gasket
contacts the sealing surface, then turn and
additional 1/2 turn.
2.26
turn filter
E
Crankcase Drain
Engine Sump Drain Plug - Bottom View
18. Approximately 1 cup of engine oil will remain in
the crankcase. To drain, remove drain plug found
on lower right side of crankcase.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and
crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or
scratches.
19. Reinstall drain plug.
20. Remove dipstick and fill tank with 2 quarts (1.9 L)
of Polaris Premium 4 Synthetic Oil (PN 2871844).
21. Place gear selector in Park and set parking brake.
NOTE: Clamp or pinch off the vent line 2" from the oil
tank as shown below in the Oil Pump Priming
Procedure for the 400/500 engine.
22. Re-check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil
as necessary to bring the level to the upper mark
on the dipstick.