11. Install thermostat (J), new O-ring, and thermostat
housing. Torque to specification.
Thermostat Housing Bolt:
84 ± 8 in-lbs (9.5 ± 0.9 Nm)
12. Install 3/8" coolant hose fitting (L) and torque to
specification.
Engine Coolant Hose Fitting:
120 in-lbs (13.5 Nm)
13. Install coolant temperature sensor (K) and torque to
specification.
Engine Temperature Sensor:
17 ± 2 ft-lbs (23 ± 3 Nm)
Oil Pump Priming
After any reassembly or rebuild, the engine must be
primed using the Oil Priming Adapter (PU-45778) and a
3/4-full oil filter before initial start-up. Follow the steps in
this section to properly prime the engine and aid proper
engine break in. Failure to perform this procedure may
1. After the engine is completely assembled and ready
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cause internal engine damage on initial start-up.
for installation, the engine must be properly primed
with engine oil. Fill the oil filter 3/4 full with Polaris
PS-4 or PS-4 Extreme Duty Synthetic Engine Oil. Let
the oil soak into the filter for 8-10 minutes. Install the
filter onto the engine.
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