Polaris 900cc RZR XP
ENGINE
Engine Oil Level
The RANGER RZR XP engine has a dry-sump design,
meaning the engine oil is contained within a remote oil
tank. To check oil level follow the procedure listed below:
IMPORTANT: Always check the oil level when the
engine is cold. If the engine is hot when the oil level is
checked, the level will appear to be overfull.
Access the oil tank dipstick through the oil tank access
panel located in the left front corner of the cargo box.
Polaris recommends the use of PS-4 Plus Synthetic or
PS-4 Extreme Duty Synthetic 4-Cycle Engine Oil.
Recommended Engine Oil:
PS-4 Plus Synthetic (PN 2876244)
Ambient Temp Range: -35° F to 100° F
PS-4 Extreme Duty Synthetic (PN 2878920)
Ambient Temp Range: 0° F to 120° F
Capacity: 3.5 Quarts (3.3 L)
1. Position vehicle on a level surface and place the
transmission in PARK.
2. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 30 seconds.
3. Stop the engine and wait 15 seconds.
4. Remove oil tank access panel. Remove the dipstick
from the oil tank and wipe it dry with a clean cloth.
5.
Reinstall the dipstick completely (fully threaded).
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
6. Add the recommended oil as necessary to bring the
level near the "Max" mark on dipstick. Do not overfill.
7. When finished, reinstall dipstick and oil tank access
panel.
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Always change engine oil and filter at the intervals outlined
in the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Always change the oil
filter whenever changing the engine oil.
The oil tank drain plug is located on the bottom of the oil
tank. Access the drain plug through left rear wheel well.
The crankcase drain plug is located on the bottom of the
crankcase. Access the drain plug through the skid plate
access hole located directly under the crankcase.
1. Position vehicle on a level surface and place the
transmission in PARK.
2. Clean area around oil tank and crankcase drain plugs.
3. Place a drain pan under the oil tank and remove the
drain plug. Allow the oil to drain completely.
4. Place a drain pan under the engine crankcase and
remove the drain plug. Allow the oil to drain
completely.
5. Remove the seats and engine service panel to access
the oil filter.
6. Locate the Oil Catch Tool (PN 5438829) in the tool kit.
Position the tool below the oil filter to catch the oil
when the filter is removed.
Oil Catch Tool
PN 5438829
7. Using Oil Filter Wrench (PU-50105), turn the oil filter
counter-clockwise to remove it.
Oil Filter Wrench:
PU-50105:2.5"(64mm)
8. Using a clean dry cloth, clean the filter sealing surface
on the engine crankcase.
9. Lubricate the O-ring on the new oil filter with a film of
fresh engine oil. Check to make sure the O-ring is in
good condition. Install it by hand until the O-ring
contacts the sealing surface, then turn an additional
1/2 turn.
Oil Filter Torque:
Turn by hand until filter O-ring contacts sealing
surface, then turn an additional 1/2 turn.
10. Replace the sealing washer on drain plug.
NOTE: The sealing surface on the drain plug should
be clean and free of burrs, nicks or scratches.
11. Reinstall the oil tank and engine crankcase drain
plugs. Torque drain plugs to specification.
Drain Plugs: 12 ft. Ibs. (16 Nm)
12. Remove the engine oil dipstick (see "Engine Oil
Level"). Fill the oil tank with 3.5 quarts (3.3 L) of
recommended engine oil.
Recommended Engine Oil:
PS-4 Plus Synthetic (PN 2876244)
Ambient Temp Range: -35° F to 100° F
PS-4 Extreme Duty Synthetic (PN 2878920)
Ambient Temp Range: 0° F to 120° F
Capacity: 3.5 Quarts (3.3 L)
13. Verify the transmission is still in PARK.
14. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 30 seconds.
15. Stop the engine and inspect for leaks. Wait at least 15
seconds before removing the dipstick.
16. Remove the dipstick from the oil tank and wipe it dry
with a clean cloth.
17. Reinstall the dipstick completely (fully threaded).
Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
18. Add recommended oil as necessary to bring the level
near the "Max" mark on the dipstick. Do not overfill.
19. Reinstall the dipstick and the oil tank access panel.
20. Dispose of used oil and filter properly.