Polaris 2009 Sportsman X2 500 EFI Owner's Manual page 89

MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change (800 EFI)
Always change the oil and filter at the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 75. Always change the oil filter
whenever changing oil.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Start the engine. Allow it to warm up at idle for two to three min-
utes.
3. Stop the engine.
4. Clean the area around
the drain plug.
5. Place a drain pan
under the crankcase.
6. Remove the drain
plug. Allow the oil to
drain completely.
CAUTION!Hot oil can cause
burns to skin. Do not allow
hot oil to contact skin.
7. Install a new sealing washer on the drain plug. The sealing surfaces
on drain plug and crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks
or scratches.
8. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 20 ft. lbs. (27 Nm).
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Drain Plug Location
to front