Engine Service; Accessible Engine Components; Engine Removal - Polaris RANGER XP 900 2013 Manual

ENGINE SERVICE

ACCESSIBLE ENGINE COMPONENTS

The following components can be serviced or removed
with the engine installed:
• Camshaft(s)
• Camshaft Sprocket(s)
• Cylinder Head
• Flywheel
• Oil Cooler
• Starter Motor / Idler Gear Asm
• Stator (Alternator)
• Thermostat
• Valve Cover
• Water Pump
The following components require engine removal for
service:
• Camshaft Timing Chain
• Connecting Rod(s)
• Counterbalance Shaft / Bearings
• Crankcase
• Crankshaft / Main Bearings
• Crankshaft Seal (PTO)
• Cylinder
• Oil Pump / Oil Pump Sprocket or Chain
• Piston / Rings

ENGINE REMOVAL

NOTE
Some engine repair procedures can be performed
without removing the engine assembly from the vehicle.
Refer to "Accessible Engine Components" for further
information.
The use of an overhead or portable engine hoist is the
only recommended method for removing and installing
the engine.
Have an assistant help guide the engine in and out of
the vehicle while using an engine hoist to prevent
personal injury or damage to vehicle components.
WARNING
Always wear safety glasses and proper shop clothing
when performing the procedures in this manual. Failing
to do so may lead to possible injury or death.
1. If vehicle was recently operated, allow it to cool down
before attempting to perform any work.
2. Thoroughly clean the engine and chassis.
3. Drain the engine oil and coolant prior to engine
removal (see Chapter 2).
4. Remove rear cargo box from vehicle (see Chapter
5).
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5. Lift up the passenger seat and disconnect the (-)
negative battery cable from the battery.
6. Remove the PVT outer cover, drive and driven
clutch, and inner cover (see Chapter 6 "PVT
Disassembly").
CAUTION
Correct Drive Clutch Puller P/N 2872085
NOTE
Be sure to use the correct Drive Clutch Puller (PN
2872085) to prevent damage to crankshaft.
7. Remove the exhaust system from the vehicle (see
"Exhaust Removal / Installation").
8. Disconnect the harness from the T-MAP sensor (A),
ETC (B), fuel injectors (C), rear differential relay and
solenoid (D). Remove the (5) plastic tie straps (E)
retaining the harness to the intake plenum.
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