Polaris 800cc Sportsman
Engine Oil Level
The 800 EFI twin engine is a wet-sump engine, meaning
the oil is contained in the bottom of the crankcase. To
check the oil level:
1. Park machine on a level surface and set the parking
brake.
2. Stop the engine. Allow the oil level to settle for 3
minutes before removing the dipstick.
IMPORTANT: Do not check oil immediately after
engine operation.
3. For easier access, remove the seat the RH side panel.
4. Unlock the lever lock (A). Remove dipstick (B) and
wipe dry with a clean cloth.
5. Reinstall dipstick and push it into place. Do not lock
the dipstick.
NOTE: Make certain the dipstick is inserted all the
way into the filler tube to keep the angle and depth of
stick consistent.
When reinstalling the dipstick,
make certain to seat the lever lock.
6. Remove dipstick (C) and check to see that the oil level
is in the normal range. Add oil as indicated by the level
on the dipstick. Do not overfill. (See NOTE below!)
NOTE: Due to the dipstick entry angle into the
crankcase, the oil level will read higher on the
bottom side of the dipstick. Proper level indication
is determined on the upper side of the dipstick as it
is being removed, regardless of the level marks
being on top or on bottom. (See illustration)
NOTE: A rising oil level between checks in cool
weather driving can indicate contaminants such as
gas or moisture collecting in the crankcase. If the oil
level is over the full mark, change the oil
immediately.
Oil/Filter Change
1. Park vehicle on a level surface.
2. Run engine two to three minutes until warm. Stop
engine.
3. Clean area around drain plug at bottom of engine.
4. Place a drain pan beneath crankcase and remove
drain plug.
5. Allow oil to drain completely.
6. Replace the sealing washer on drain plug.
NOTE: The sealing surfaces on drain plug and oil
tank should be clean and free of burrs, nicks or
scratches.
7. Reinstall drain plug and torque to specification.
Drain Plug Torque:
15±2ft.lbs. (21.7 ±2.7 Mm)
8. Place shop towels beneath oil filter (A). Using Oil
Filter Wrench PU-50105, turn filter counterclockwise
to remove.
9. Using a clean dry cloth, clean filter sealing surface on
crankcase.
10 Lubricate O-ring on new filter with a film of fresh
engine oil. Check to make sure the O-ring is in good
condition.
11 Install new filter and turn by hand until filter gasket
contacts the sealing surface, then turn an additional
1/2 turn.
12 Remove dipstick and fill sump with 2 quarts (1.9 I) of
Polaris PS 4 Plus Synthetic Oil.
13. Place gear selector in park and set the parking brake.
14. Start the engine and let it idle for one to two minutes.
Stop the engine and inspect for leaks.
15 Re-check the oil level on the dipstick and add oil as
necessary to bring the level to the upper mark on the
dipstick.
16 Dispose of used filter and oil properly.
Recommended Engine Oil:
PS-4 PLUS
2W/50 Synthetic
Oil Filter Wrench: (PU-50105)
Oil Filter Torque: Turn by hand until filter gasket
contacts sealing surface, then turn an additional
1/2 turn
