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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Engine O il
Always check and change the engine oil at the intervals outlined in the
Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 64. Always change the
oil filter whenever changing oil.
Premium 4 Synthe tic Oil
Polaris Premium 4 All Season synthetic engine oil has been specially
formulated for use in Polaris 4-cycle engines. Polaris recommends the
use of Premium 4 in this engine, but use of any API certified “SH” oil
is allowable as long as it’s 0W-40. Oil may need to be changed more
frequently if Polaris Premium 4 is not used. F ollow the manufacturer’s
recommendations for ambient temperature operation.
NOTE: See page 111 for the part numbers of Polaris products.
CAUTION
Mixing brands or using a non-recommended oil may cause
serious engine damage. We recommend the use of Polaris
Premium 4 synthetic Oil or another 0W-40 API certified SH oil.
Never substitute or mix oil brands.
Oil Check
The 450/500 oil dipstick and fill
tube (1) are located on the left side of
the ATV. The 700 dipstick/oil fill (2) is
located on the engine and is accessible
on the left side of the ATV.
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.
NOTE: Do not start the 700 engine
before the oil check.