2016 Polaris Sportsman Touring 570 EPS Owners Manual - Page 108

MAINTENANCE Transmission Oil Oil Check 1. Position the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Remove the fill plug. Check the oil level. 3. Add the recommended fluid as needed to bring the level to the bottom of the fill hole threads. 4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 20-25 ft-lbs (27-34 Nm). Fill Plug Fill Level Oil Change 1. Remove the fill plug. 2. Place a drain pan under the gearcase. Remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely. 3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 20-25 ft-lbs (27-34 Nm). 4. Add the recommended fluid. See page 105 for capacity. 5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to 20-25 ft-lbs (27-34 Nm). 6. Check for leaks. 7. Dispose of used oil properly. Front Gearcase (Demand Drive) Fluid Always check and change the demand drive fluid at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart beginning on page 94. Maintain the fluid level at the bottom of the fill hole threads. See page 160 for the part numbers of POLARIS products. Change the front gearcase fluid every 25 hours if the ADC unit is exposed to extreme use. Extreme use includes any of the following: • operation in ADC mode for prolonged periods • constant ADC operation on hilly or mountainous terrain • ADC is the primary mode of all-wheel-drive operation Tip: If the front gearcase makes excessive noise during ADC operation, change the demand drive fluid. If the noise continues, please see your POLARIS dealer for service. 106