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MAINTENANCE
Engine O il
Always check and change the engine oil at t he intervals outlined in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 60. Always change the
oil filter whenever changing oil.
Oil Recommendations
Polaris recommends the use of Polaris PS-4 PLUS Performance
Synthetic 2W-50 4-cycle oil or a similar oil for this engine. Oil may
need to be changed more frequently if Polaris oil is not used. Always
use 2W-50 oil. Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for
ambient temperature operation.
See page 111 for the part numbers of Polaris products.
CAUTION
Mixing brands or using a non-recommended oil may cause
serious engine damage. Always use the recommended oil.
Never substitute or mix oil brands.
Oil Check
1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Start the engine and let it idle for 20-30 seconds. Stop the engine.
3. Remove the dipstick (1), which
is located on the left side of the
vehicle.
4. Wipe the dipstick dry with a
clean cloth. Reinstall it and
screw it completely in.
NOTE: The dipstick must be
screwed completely in to
keep the angle and depth
of the stick consistent.
5. Remove the dipstick
and read the oil level.
Maintain the oil level in
the normal operating
range (2). Do not overfill.
1
ADD 8 OZ. NORMAL FULL
2