Rear Gearcase Lubrication - Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S 2020 Service Manual

MAINTENANCE

REAR GEARCASE LUBRICATION

NOTICE
It is important to follow the rear gearcase maintenance
intervals described in the maintenance interval charts.
Regular fluid level inspections should be performed as
The rear gearcase fluid level should be checked and
changed in accordance with the maintenance schedule.
• Be sure vehicle is positioned on a level surface when
checking or changing the fluid.
• Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and
unobstructed.
REAR GEARCASE FLUID LEVEL CHECK
The fill plug is located on the right side of the rear
gearcase. Maintain the fluid level even with the bottom
threads of the fill plug hole.
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
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2. Remove the fill plug
3. If fluid level is not even with the bottom threads, add
the recommended fluid as needed. Do not overfill.
4. Reinstall fill plug and torque to specification.
TORQUE
Rear Gearcase Drain / Fill Plug
12 ft-lbs (16 N·m)
2.34
well.
and check the fluid level.
REAR GEARCASE FLUID CHANGE
The drain plug is located on the bottom right-hand side of
the rear gearcase. Access the drain plug from the rear
right-hand side of the ATV.
1. Remove the fill plug (see "Rear Gearcase Fluid Level
Check").
2. Place a drain pan under the rear gearcase drain plug.
3. Remove the drain plug
4. Clean the drain plug magnetic surface.
5. Inspect the drain plug and O-ring for signs of damage
or a leak. If found, replace the plug.
6. Install the drain plug and torque to specification.
TORQUE
Rear Gearcase Drain / Fill Plug
12 ft-lbs (16 N·m)
7. Add the recommended amount of fluid through the fill
hole. Maintain the fluid level even with the bottom
threads of the fill plug hole.
FLUID CAPACITY
Recommended Rear Gearcase Lubricant:
Polaris ATV Angle Drive Fluid
Capacity:
7.1 oz (210 ml)
8. Inspect the fill plug and O-ring for signs of damage or
a leak. If found, replace the plug.
9. Install the fill plug and torque to specification.
TORQUE
Rear Gearcase Drain / Fill Plug
12 ft-lbs (16 N·m)
10. Check for leaks. Dispose of used fluid properly.
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and allow all fluid to drain.
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