2007 Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 Owners Manual - Page 64
2007 Polaris Ranger 500 2x4 Manual
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Engine Oil MAINTENANCE Oil and Filter Change 10. Reattach the oil line. 11. Place shop towels beneath the oil filter. Using an oil filter wrench, turn the filter counterclockwise to remove it. 12. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase. 13. Lubricate the gasket on the new filter with a film of new engine oil. Make sure the gasket is in good condition. Oil Filter Make sure the gasket from the old filter is not still on the engine. 14. Install the new filter and turn by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface, then turn and additional 1/2 turn. 15. Approximately one cup of engine oil will remain in the crankcase. To drain, remove the drain plug on the lower right side of the crankcase. NOTE: The sealing surfaces on the drain plug and crankcase should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches. 16. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 14 ft. lbs. (19 Nm). 17. Remove the dipstick and fill the tank with two quarts (1.9 l) of the recommended oil. 18. Place the gear selector in neutral and engage the parking brake. 19. Prime the oil pump using the procedure on page 62. Then stop the engine and inspect for leaks. 20. Check the oil level on the dipstick. Add oil as necessary to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick. 21. Dispose of used filter and oil properly. 61