Polaris GENERAL 1000 2017 Owner's Manual For Maintenance And Safety page 67

Engine Oil
Oil and Filter Change
10. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter
counter-clockwise to remove it.
11. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter
sealing surface on the crankcase.
12. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with
a film of fresh engine oil. Check to make
sure the o-ring is in good condition.
13. Install the new filter and turn by hand until
the filter gasket contacts the sealing
surface, then turn an additional 1/2 turn.
14. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque the drain
plug to 12 ft-lbs (16 Nm).
15. Remove the oil fill cap and add 2.5 quarts
(2.4 l) of recommended oil. Reinstall the
fill cap.
16. Start the engine and check for leaks.
17. Stop the engine and wait 15 seconds before removing the dipstick.
18. Remove the dipstick. Wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
19. Reinstall the dipstick completely. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
20. Remove the oil fill cap and add oil as needed to bring the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick. Do not overfill.
21. Reinstall the fill cap. Reinstall the dipstick.
22. Reinstall the outlet hose to the clutch box,
routing the hose under the fuel line and spark
plug wires. Make sure the clutch cover rib
aligns in the notch at the end of the outlet
hose. Tighten the clamp.
23. Reinstall the fuel line and spark plug wires to
the retaining clips on the outlet hose.
24. Lower the cargo box and push down securely
to latch.
25. Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
MAINTENANCE
Oil
Oil Fill
Filter
Cap
Oil Dipstick
Notch
Rib
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