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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Lubrication Recommendations
NOTE: Hours are based on 10 mph average. If service is due at 20
hours, the equivalent odometer reading would be 200 miles. Perform
all services at whichever reading is reached first.
Lubrication Chart Key
" More often under severe use, such as wet or dusty conditions
L Polaris Premium All Season Grease or grease conforming to NLG
No. 2, such as Conoco Superlube M or Mobilegrease Special
∆ When suspension action becomes stiff, or after washing
Item Lube Method Frequency
4-Cycle
Engine
Polaris Premium 4
Synthetic 0W40
Add to proper level on dip-
stick.
Check level daily .
Brakes DOT 3 fluid only Maintain level between fill
lines. See page 39.
As required; change
every two years or
200 hours
Drive chain(s) O-ring chain lube
or SAE 80/90
Lubricate as often as re-
quired and before each ride
in wet conditions
As required
Transmission Polaris Premium
Synthetic Gear
case Lube
See Page 73. Check every 6
months/1000 miles.
Change annually or
at 100 hours
(1) Ball Joint
"L Grease
Locate fitting on back side of
struts and grease with
grease gun.
Every 3 months or
50 hours
(2) Swing Arm
Bushings
"L Grease
Locate fittings on swing arm
and grease with grease gun.
Monthly or at 20
hours
(1)
(2)