Rear Gearcase Lubrication (6X6) - Polaris 2009 RANGER 700 Service Manual

Lubricant Change:
The drain plug is located on the bottom right side of the rear
gearcase.
Fill Plug
Drain Plug
1. Remove the fill plug.
2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug.
3. Remove the drain plug and allow the lubricant to drain
completely.
4. Clean the drain plug.
5. Reinstall the drain plug and torque to 30-45 in. lbs.
(3-5 Nm).
Fill Plug
40-50 ft. lbs.
(54-68 Nm)
Maintain Level at
Bottom of Threads
6. Add the recommended lubricant. Maintain the fluid level
even with the bottom threads of the fill plug hole.
7. Reinstall the fill plug and torque to 40-50 ft. lbs.
(54-68 Nm).
8. Check for leaks. Discard used lubricant properly.
Drain Plug
30-45 in. lbs.
(3-5 Nm)

Rear Gearcase Lubrication (6x6)

Rear Gearcase Specifications (6x6)
Specified Lubricant:
ATV Angle Drive Fluid (PN 2871653)
Capacity: 10 oz. (300 ml)
The gearcase lubricant level should be checked and changed in
accordance with the maintenance schedule.
• Be sure vehicle is level before proceeding with parking
brake on.
• Check vent hose to be sure it is routed properly and
unobstructed.
• The correct rear gearcase lubricant to use is Polaris
ATV Angle Drive Fluid
To check the lubricant level:
The gearcase must be drained and re-filled with the proper
amount of lubricant. Refer to the procedure below.
To change rear gearcase lubricant:
1. With the vehicle on a level surface, remove the fill plug
and check the lubricant level. Lubricant should be kept at
the specified level, according to the proper gearcase
specifications listed.
2. Support the vehicle securely with a jack stand and remove
the front tire on the driver's side.
3. Remove gearcase drain plug located on the bottom of the
gearcase and drain oil. (The drain plug is accessible through
the skid plate.) Catch and discard used oil properly.
4. Clean and reinstall drain plug using a new sealing washer.
REAR GEARCASE - 6X6
Make sure vent is unobstructed
Drain Plug
MAINTENANCE
=
Fill Plug
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