Oil Check - Polaris Sportsman 2004 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION

Oil Check

The oil dipstick and fill tube (1) are located on the left side of the
vehicle. NOTE: A rising oil level between checks in cool weather
driving can indicate contaminants such as gas or moisture collecting in
the crankcase. If the oil level is over the full/safe mark, change the oil
immediately.
1. Position the ATV on a level surface.
2. Start the engine and let it idle for
20-30 seconds.
3. Stop the engine. Remove the
dipstick and wipe it dry with a
clean cloth. NOTE: If the
dipstick is equipped with a lever
lock (2), lift the lock to remove
the dipstick.
4. Reinstall the dipstick
completely, but do not
lock it (if equipped).
The dipstick must be
completely seated to
keep the angle and depth
of the stick consistent.
5. Remove the dipstick and
check the oil level.
Maintain the oil level in the
normal or safe range (3),
depending on the style of
dipstick in your model. Do
not overfill. NOTE: Due to
the dipstick entry angle into the
crankcase (600/700 models), the
oil level will read higher on the
bottom side of the dipstick.
Always read the level on the
upper surface (4) of the dipstick.
6. After reinstalling the dipstick, be sure
to seat the lever lock (if equipped).
ADD 8 OZ. NORMAL
2
3
1
FULL
ADD 8 OZ
SAFE
3
4
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