2007 Polaris Ranger 500 4x4 Owners Manual - Page 62

2007 Polaris Ranger 500 4x4 Manual

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Engine Oil MAINTENANCE Always check and change the oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 52. We recommend the use of Polaris Premium 4 All Season Synthetic engine oil. Oil Check The oil tank is located under the seat. 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Apply the brakes. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 20-30 seconds. Stop the engine. 3. Remove the seat. See page 26. 4. Remove the dipstick. Wipe it dry with a clean cloth. 5. Reinstall the dipstick. Screw it in completely. NOTE: The dipstick must be screwed in completely to keep the angle and depth of the stick consistent. Safe Range { Add Full 59 Remove the dipstick. Make sure that the oil level is between the full and add marks. Add oil if necessary. Do not overfill. NOTE: A rising oil level between checks in cool weather driving can indicate moisture collecting in the oil reservoir. If the oil level is above the full mark, change the oil.

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59
MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil
Always check and change the oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic
Maintenance Chart beginning on page 52. We recommend the use of
Polaris Premium 4 All Season Synthetic engine oil.
Oil Check
The oil tank is located under
the seat.
1.
Position the vehicle on a
level surface.
2.
Apply the brakes. Start the
engine and allow it to idle
for 20-30 seconds. Stop the
engine.
3.
Remove the seat. See page
26.
4.
Remove the dipstick. Wipe
it dry with a clean cloth.
5.
Reinstall the dipstick.
Screw it in completely.
NOTE:
The dipstick must be
screwed in completely to
keep the angle and
depth of the stick consis-
tent.
Remove the dipstick. Make sure that the oil level is between the full and
add marks. Add oil if necessary. Do not overfill.
NOTE:
A rising oil level between checks in cool weather driving can indicate
moisture collecting in the oil reservoir. If the oil level is above the full
mark, change the oil.
Add
{
Safe Range
Full