2016+ Sportsman High Lifter Front Gearcase Fluid Replacement

For more information on tools, read Tools and Fasteners Guide. Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when servicing your Polaris Sportsman. For optimal performance, always use Polaris recommended fluids as described in your Owner’s Manual.

To change the front gearcase fluid on your Sportsman 850 High Lifter Edition and Sportsman XP 1000 High Lifter Edition, follow these step:

1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface.

2. Ensure the vehicle is in PARK and set the parking brake.

3. Place a drain pan underneath the front gearcase. Placing a rag in the bottom of the drain pan will help prevent the splashing of fluid.

4. Before removing, clean the area around the fill plug in the right front wheel well.

5. Remove the front gearcase fill plug with an 8mm Allen socket and set aside.

6. Clean the area around the drain plug.

7. Remove the drain plug with an 8mm Allen socket and allow the fluid to drain completely.

8. Clean any dirt or debris from the fill and drain plugs.

9. Inspect the O-rings on both plugs and replace if necessary.

10. Reinstall the drain plug. Torque to 19 ft-lbs (26 Nm).

11. Fill the gearcase through the fill plug hole until fluid reaches the bottom threads and begins to spill out. The capacity is 9.3 ounces (275 ml). Demand Drive Fluid is part number 2877922 for 1 quart (946 ml). 

12. Reinstall the gearcase fill plug. Torque to 19 ft-lbs (26 Nm).

13. Clean any residual fluid off the vehicle and inspect for leaks.

14. Finally, dispose of the used fluid properly at your local recycling center.

For more information, see your authorized Polaris Dealer. Find a dealer near you with the Dealer Locator.
Maintenance tips, procedures and specifications can be found in your Owner's Manual.
To find diagrams and replacement part numbers, use the online parts catalog.

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