2005 Polaris Frontier Touring Owners Manual - Page 80

2005 Polaris Frontier Touring Manual

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General Maintenance Oil and Filter Change MAINTENANCE The oil in the crankcase must be drawn out through the dipstick hole, using a Polaris oil vacuum pump (PN PU-46219) or similar tool from another manufacturer. This type of tool is commonly used in the marine industry. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface and run the engine for 2-3 minutes to slightly warm the oil. NOTE: Running the engine any longer may cause engine overheating. It may also cause the oil to become too hot for safe removal with the oil vacuum pump. 2. Remove the dipstick and draw out the oil, following the instructions provided with the oil vacuum pump. Fish the vacuum tube around in the crankcase to remove as much oil as possible. 3. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter to catch spills. Using an appropriate oil filter wrench, such as Polaris PN PV-43527, turn the filter counterclockwise to remove. Dispose of the used oil and filter properly. 4. Clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase with a clean, dry cloth. 5. Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of new engine oil. Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition. 6. Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn an additional half turn. 7. Add 2 quarts (1.9 ltr) of Polaris Premium 4 synthetic oil through the dipstick hole. Reinstall the dipstick. 8. Start the engine and allow it to idle for one to two minutes. Stop the engine and inspect for leaks. 9. Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as needed to bring the level to the SAFE mark on the dipstick. 77

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MAINTENANCE
General Maintenance
Oil and Filter Change
The oil in the crankcase must be drawn out through the dipstick hole,
using a Polaris oil vacuum pump (PN PU-46219) or similar tool from
another manufacturer. This type of tool is commonly used in the
marine industry.
1.
Position the vehicle on a level surface and run the engine for 2-3
minutes to slightly warm the oil.
NOTE:
Running the engine any longer may cause engine
overheating. It may also cause the oil to become too hot for
safe removal with the oil vacuum pump.
2.
Remove the dipstick and draw out the oil, following the
instructions provided with the oil vacuum pump. Fish the vacuum
tube around in the crankcase to remove as much oil as possible.
3.
Place shop towels beneath the oil filter to catch spills. Using an
appropriate oil filter wrench, such as Polaris PN PV-43527, turn
the filter counterclockwise to remove. Dispose of the used oil and
filter properly.
4.
Clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase with a clean, dry
cloth.
5.
Lubricate the o-ring on the new filter with a film of new engine oil.
Check to make sure the o-ring is in good condition.
6.
Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket
contacts the sealing surface, then turn an additional half turn.
7.
Add 2 quarts (1.9 ltr) of Polaris Premium 4 synthetic oil through
the dipstick hole. Reinstall the dipstick.
8.
Start the engine and allow it to idle for one to two minutes. Stop
the engine and inspect for leaks.
9.
Check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as needed to bring
the level to the SAFE mark on the dipstick.