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ENGINE
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9923142 - 2011 RANGER RZR / RZR S / RZR 4 Service Manual
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1. After the engine is completely assembled and ready for
installation, the engine must be properly primed with
Polaris PS-4 PLUS Synthetic Engine Oil (PN 2876244).
Fill the oil filter three-quarters full with Polaris PS-4 PLUS
Synthetic Engine Oil (PN 2876244). Let the oil soak into
the filter for 8-10 minutes. Install the filter onto the engine.
2. Remove primer plug from the engine. Install Oil System
Priming Adapter (PU-45778) into the oil plug hole. Push
3-5 oz. (approx.) of Polaris PS-4 PLUS engine oil into the
adapter or until resistance is felt. Remove the adapter.
Apply sealant to the plug threads. Install the plug and torque
to specification.
ENGINE INSTALLATION
Engine Assembly and Installation
Use the following procedure to reinstall the engine assembly.
Assemble the engine to the transmission on a work bench prior
to installation.
1. Support the transmission / rear gearcase assembly while
setting the engine in place.
2. Lightly tighten all fasteners evenly to eliminate any gaps
that may be present in the mounting areas.
3. Torque fasteners to specification using a two part sequence.
• Torque fasteners to half of the specified torque value.
• Then torque fasteners to the full specified torque value.
4. Install the inner clutch cover, drive clutch, and driven
clutch. Torque to specification (see Chapter 6).
• Clean clutch sheaves thoroughly and inspect inlet and
outlet ducts for proper routing and sealing.
5. To install engine assembly, reverse the “Engine Removal”
procedure detailed earlier in this Chapter.
• Properly route all electrical harnesses for engine
assembly installation. Check for any possible rubbing
points of electrical wires.
• Carefully set the engine assembly into the vehicle while
installing the propshaft.
= T
Primer Plug Torque
18 ± 2 ft. lbs. (24.4 ± 2.71 Nm)
Fill 3/4 full
with PS-4 PLUS
PU-45778
= T
Engine / Transmission Mounting Fasteners
(2) Lower 3/8” Nuts: 40 ft. lbs. (54 Nm)
(4) Outer M8 Bolts: 28 ft. lbs. (38 Nm)
40 ft. lbs.
(54 Nm)
28 ft. lbs.
(38 Nm)
Plate is shown detached
from transmission for clarity