Always check and change the fluid at the intervals outlined in
the Periodic Maintenance Chart section. Refer to the Gearcase Specifications
Chart for recommended lubricants, capacities and torque specifications.
Fluid Check
The fill plug 1 is
located on the right side of the gearcase. Maintain the fluid level
at the bottom of the fill plug hole.
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Position the vehicle on a level surface.
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Remove the fill plug using a 8 mm Allen wrench.
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Check the fluid level. The fluid should be even with the bottom
of the fill plug hole.
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If necessary, add the recommended fluid (listed in the Gearcase
Specification Chart). Do not overfill.
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Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
TORQUE
Fill Plug Torque:
10–14 ft-lbs (14–19 Nm)
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Clean any fluid residue from around the fill plug.
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Fluid Change
The drain plug 2 is
located on the bottom of the gearcase. Access the drain plug through
the drain hole in the skid plate.
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Position the vehicle on a level surface.
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Remove the fill plug using a 8 mm Allen wrench.
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Place a drain pan under the drain plug.
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Remove the drain plug.
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Clean the drain plug.
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Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
TORQUE
Drain Plug Torque:
10–14 ft-lbs (14–19 Nm)
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Add the recommended fluid (listed in the Gearcase Specification
Chart) through the fill plug hole until the fluid is even with the
bottom of the fill plug hole.
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Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
TORQUE
Fill Plug Torque:
10–14
ft-lbs (14–19 Nm)
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Clean any fluid residue from around the drain and fill plugs.
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Dispose used fluid properly.
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