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Old 10-30-2013, 09:40 AM
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Angry 2000 Polaris 500 cc HO Oil Change
Can someone tell me specifically where the oil drain plug is located on the above quad? Also, does a skid plate need to be removed/dropped to get at it? Finally, what size socket fits the plug?

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Old 10-30-2013, 10:40 AM
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this is an 04.. maybe the same.. if you use this video don't listen to it.. it's to show the locations of the plugs..

 
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Old 10-30-2013, 10:51 AM
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Thanks -- I watched that. Its good but the quad is different, taking four quarts instead of two for the 2000. That's why I asked specifically about the 2000….
 
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may be this will help.. not sure what year but was posted in 03..

http://forums.atvconnection.com/pola...ease-help.html
 
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To make it easier just drain oil tank the let the motor idle for 20 seconds to remove the remain 1/2 cup of oil in the crank.
I don,t prime or remove crankcase oil plug or remove screen.
 
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Old 10-30-2013, 12:06 PM
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Good instructions but where the hell is the drain plug?
 
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At the bottom of the oil tank not motor. The 500 Fuji is a "dry sump" motor not a "wet sump" where the oil is held it the crankcase itself like usual.
 
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the oil tank is the tall rectangular black "box" with Polaris moulded into plastic,drain plug it on the bottom,well the side actually but at the bottom
 
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Old 10-30-2013, 05:56 PM
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Originally Posted by mick mcleod
the oil tank is the tall rectangular black "box" with Polaris moulded into plastic,drain plug it on the bottom,well the side actually but at the bottom
Thanks. I think its sliver but I know what you mean. And the filler dipstick thing is yellow...
 
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If you don't have a manual,night be helpul if you did. Here's a pdf that can help you on service and repairs.Index of /ORV Manuals/Polaris/Sportsman/1996 - 2001
 
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