Transmission And Front Gearcase Maintenance; Transmission Lubrication; Transmission Lubricant Level Check; Transmission Lubricant Change - Polaris GENERAL 2016 Service Manual

TRANSMISSION AND FRONT GEARCASE MAINTENANCE

TRANSMISSION LUBRICATION

NOTICE
It is important to follow the transmission maintenance
intervals described in the Periodic Maintenance Chart.
Regular lubricant level inspections should be performed
as well.

TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT LEVEL CHECK

The fill plug is located on the rear portion of the
transmission gearcase. Access the fill plug at the rear of
the vehicle. Maintain lubricant level even with the bottom
of the fill plug hole.
1. Position vehicle on a level surface.
2. Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and
unobstructed.
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3. Remove the fill plug and check the lubricant level
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4. If lubricant level is not even with bottom threads, add
recommended lubricant as needed. Do not overfill.
5. Reinstall the fill plug and torque to specification.
TORQUE
Transmission Fill / Drain Plug Torque:
14 lb-ft (19 Nm)
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TRANSMISSION LUBRICANT CHANGE

1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the transmission drain plug.
The drain plug is located on the bottom of the
transmission gearcase. Access the drain plug through
the drain hole in the skid plate.
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3. Remove drain plug and allow lubricant to drain
completely.
4. Clean the drain plug magnetic surface.
5. Reinstall the drain plug and torque to specification.
6. Add the recommended amount of lubricant through
the fill plug hole. Maintain the lubricant level at the
bottom of the fill plug hole when filling the
transmission. Do not overfill.
FLUID CAPACITY
Recommended Transmission Lubricant:
AGL Gearcase Lubricant
Capacity: 44 oz (1300 mL)
7. Reinstall the fill plug and torque to specification.
TORQUE
Transmission Fill / Drain Plug Torque:
14 lb-ft (19 Nm)
8. Check for leaks. Dispose of used lubricant properly.
MAINTENANCE
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