Front Gearcase Lubrication (4X4) - Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI 4x4 2012 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

Front Gearcase Lubrication (4x4)

The front gearcase lubricant level should be checked and
changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
• Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding and in
PARK
• Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly
and unobstructed
• The correct front gearcase lubricant to use is
Polaris Demand Drive Hub Fluid.
Specified Lubricant:
Demand Drive Hub Fluid
Gearcase Capacity: 8.97oz. (265 ml.)
Fill Plug: 8-30 ft-lbs (11-40 Nm)
Drain Plug: 8-30 ft-lbs (11-40 Nm)
To Check the Lubricant Level:
Remove the check / fill plug. The fluid level should be at
the bottom of the check / fill plug case threads. See next
page.
2.12
To Change Gearcase Lubricant:
1. Remove gearcase drain plug (A) located on the
bottom of the gearcase and drain oil. (The drain plug
is accessible through the skid plate.) Catch and
discard used oil properly.
2. Clean and reinstall drain plug (A) using a new
sealing washer (B). Torque to specification.
3. Remove fill plug (C). Inspect the O-ring.
4. Fill with the recommended fluid amount or to the
bottom of the fill plug hole threads. (See Illustration
below).
5. Install / torque fill plug and check for leaks.
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