Required Tools and Supplies
- 6mm Allen Socket
- 8mm Socket
- T40 TORX®
- Ratchet
- Torque Wrench
- 2.5-Inch Oil Filter Wrench
- Grease Gun
- All Terrain Grease
- Oil Pan
- PS-4 5W-50 4-Cycle Oil or Oil Change Kit
- Funnel
- Drain Plug Washer
- Oil Filter
- Eye Protection
- Nitrile Gloves
- Shop Rags
The Full Synthetic Oil Change Kit is part number 2879323, and the Extreme Duty Oil Change Kit is part number 2890057.
For information on tools, read the Tools and Fasteners Guide. Always wear safety glasses and nitrile gloves when servicing your Polaris XPEDITION. For optimal performance, always use Polaris-recommended fluids as described in your Owner’s Manual.
To change the engine oil and filter on your Polaris XPEDITION XP or ADV, follow these steps:
1. Park the vehicle on a flat, level surface in a well-ventilated area, and ensure the transmission is in PARK.
2. start the engine, allow it to warm up at idle for 2 to 3 minutes, and stop the engine.
3. 0n XP models, lift the cargo box lever and tilt the box up. Tip: For maximum clearance, detach the cargo box shock from the base of the box.
4. On ADV models, remove the cargo tray, release the engine access panel fasteners and remove the panel.
5. On Northstar models, remove the rear skid plate by removing its fasteners with a 10mm socket and T40 TORX®.
6. Carefully clean the area around the oil cap.
7. Remove the oil cap and set it aside.
8. Place a drain pan under the engine crankcase. Tip: Placing a rag in the bottom of the drain pan will help prevent the splashing of oil.
9. On Non-Northstar models, locate the oil drain access hole in the skid plate.
10. Clean the area around the oil drain plug.
11. Remove the drain plug with a 6mm Allen socket and allow the oil to drain completely.
12. On Non-Northstar models, move to the passenger’s rear wheel well and clean around the oil filter.
13. On Northstar models, move to under the vehicle and clean around the oil filter.
14. With a 2.5-inch oil filter wrench and an extension, swivel and oil filter wrench to turn the oil filter counterclockwise to remove the filter and allow the oil to drain through the hole in front of the drain plug.
15. Use a clean dry cloth to clean the filter sealing surface on the crankcase and ensure the old O-ring is completely removed.
16. Lubricate the O-ring on the new filter with a film of fresh engine oil, and ensure it is in good condition. A new filter is part number 2540086.
17. Install the new filter and rotate it clockwise by hand until the filter gasket contacts the sealing surface. Then turn it an additional three-quarters of a turn.
18. Once the filter is installed, wipe up any residual oil.
19. Clean any dirt or debris from the drain plug and ensure the sealing surfaces are free of any burrs, nicks or scratches.
20. Remove the old sealing washer and install a new one on the drain plug. A new sealing washer is part number 5812232.
21. Reinstall the drain plug, and torque to 12 ft-lbs (16 Nm).
22. Clean any residual oil off the vehicle.
23. Add the proper amount of the recommended oil through the oil fill cap. The capacity is 2.5 quarts (2.4 L). Do not overfill. PS-4 5W-50 4-Cycle Oil is part number 2876245 for one gallon.
24. Reinstall the oil fill cap and wipe up any residual oil.
25. Start the engine and allow it to idle for 30 seconds.
26. Stop the engine and inspect for oil leaks. Wait at least 15 seconds before removing the dipstick.
27. Remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean shop rag. Then reinstall the dipstick fully and remove again to inspect the oil level. Ensure the oil level is within the SAFE range on the dipstick.
28. Reinstall the dipstick and wipe up any residual oil.
29. On XP models, continue by pivoting the cargo box down and ensuring the latch is secure.
30. On ADV models, reinstall the cargo box access panel and ensure it is secure.
31. On Northstar models, reinstall the skid plate.
32. Dispose of the used oil and filter properly at your local recycling center.
33. Once complete, the maintenance reminder can be reset in the display powered by Ride Command.
- Turn the ignition switch on.
- Select the drop-down menu
- Select All Settings in the lower right corner.
- Navigate to the vehicle tab.
- Select Oil Life and Service
- Press reset and click confirm to finish.
34. The maintenance reminder can also be adjusted and reset in the instrument cluster.
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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