Regularly
changing your engine oil is one of the most important aspects in maintaining
and improving the life of your Polaris vehicle.
Firstly,
Never attempt an oil change on a hot engine, always ensure your vehicle has
cooled before attempting any oil change. We recommend wearing suitable (clean)
gloves to avoid contact between oils and your skin.
Before
you start, ensure the area around the oil filter is clean, including the areas
around the dipstick and refill location. You do not want any dirt or debris
entering engine during an oil change.
Always
ensure you use the correct oil and filter specified for your vehicle. The
standard oil recommended for most Polaris vehicles is PS-4. The PS-4 oil is
available right here: http://industrialvehicleparts.com.au/?s=ps-4
There
are also other engine oil variants available from Polaris which include PS-4
extreme (for extreme duty/race/high temperature applications), a blue 2-cycle
oil for the smaller 2 stroke vehicles, and a diesel engine oil for the Ranger
diesel vehicles.
Before
you release your oil drain plug to drain your engine oil, be sure you have a
large container ready in position with adequate capacity to catch the engine
oil.
(Note:
Smaller ‘Youth’ vehicles generally contain about 1L of oil, most Sportsman and
Ranger vehicles around 1.9L and RZR 900/1000 vehicles between 2.5 and 3.5 L–
Refer to your owners manual for further information about your specific
vehicle)
After
you have drained your engine oil, and replaced the oil filter always double
check you install the new oil filter the right way around (or risk ruining your
engine!). Avoid overtightening your new oil filter or your oil drain plug
during the oil change.
Once
you have completed your oil change, please seal and dispose of the drained
engine oil in an environmentally friendly manner. Most council operated
recycling stations offer an oil recycling service. Never tip the oil down a
drain or into a garden as it can cause contamination and risk to flora and
fauna.
The
following documents advise of step-by-step instructions for oil changes on
specific models of Polaris vehicles. By following these instructions, you can
ensure your Polaris engine oil change is a success (rather than a mess!).
If you
have any doubts about carrying out your oil change, STOP and leave it to the
experts. Polaris Melbourne have a fully equipped workshop that can carry out
the full range of maintenance and repair duties for you. See our FAQ or contact
us section for more details.
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