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TRANSMISSION OIL

The transmission oil in your ATV is just as critical to 

engine life and performance as the engine oil. Be sure to 

maintain the correct level of the specified transmission oil. 

See “2002 Model Specifications” starting on page 161.

Change the oil in accordance with the maintenance 

schedule and more frequently under severe conditions. 

See “Maintenance & Adjustment” starting on page 68.

Checking transmission oil

CAUTION

A low transmission oil level may result in severe

engine damage. Always use the specified

transmission oil and check the level before every

ride.

NOTE : 

The sealing washer of the check bolt is reusable but not

indefinitely. We recommend that you replace it if it is

damaged or you observe signs of oil leakage at the

bolt. Have a clean shop towel handy to clean up any

spilled oil.

1. To check the level, first make sure the engine is cold. 

2. Remove transmission oil level check bolt and sealing

washer. The oil level should be even with the bottom of

the check hole. If your model is equipped with a

window, see the illustration for how to read the level.  

1. Transmission oil check bolt

2. Sealing washer

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