The Polaris Ranger is an all terrain vehicle (ATV). However, nowadays, it considered to be a sport recreational utility vehicle or SRUV. The Polaris Ranger is considered to be one of the safest ATVs in the country.
Like any other vehicle, you need to ensure that regular maintenance is done to keep the vehicle in optimum working condition. That is why you need to regularly change the oil in your Polaris Ranger.
Experts recommend that you change the oil every 3,000 miles. Here are simple steps that will teach you how to change oil in a Polaris Ranger.
- The first thing that you have to do is to park the vehicle on a level surface.
- Run the engine for two to three minutes and then stop. This is done to heat the oil as hot oil comes out faster than cold oil.
- Remove the oil filler cap and the dipstick.
- Now slide under the vehicle and locate the oil drain plug. If you do not know the location, check the owner's manual.
- Remove the drain plug and place the oil drip pan under the plug to catch the hot oil. Be careful during this stage as you can get burned with the hot oil.
- Allow 10 to 15 minutes for the oil to drain out completely.
- Check the oil drain plug gasket. If it is cracked or scratched, replace it.
- Now replace the plug and tighten it. Use your hands to tighten it. If you are unable to use your hands, then use a socket wrench to tighten the plug to 14 torque.
- Now move to the oil filter. Use an oil filter wrench to turn the filter counter clockwise to remove it.
- Once again, let the oil drain out.
- Now take a clean rag and clean the oil filter cover and the surface on the crankcase.
- Check the cover to make sure that O-ring is still in a good condition.
- Replace the cover.
- Now go under the hood and fill the oil tank with around 2 quarts of oil.
- Start the engine and put gear in neutral. Check for leaks.
- Use the dipstick to check the oil level. If necessary add more oil to bring it to the full mark.
- Remove the jack supports and you are ready to take your Polaris Ranger for a spin.
A stock Polaris Ranger 4X4 base cost is $10,000 and it's not uncommon for an owner who is interested in high performance to multiply this cost three fold to build their machine to exactly what they want. This is not an uncommon theme for any off road vehicle from a dirt bike to a full blown off road truck. Performance costs money and high performance is the key to maximizing the fun you will have on your weekend outings.
There are several aspects of vehicle modification that are usually overlooked. Safety and suspension are two of the most important features of a properly built ride but they are commonly given minimal attention or they are completely overlooked all together. However, Safety and suspensions tie together nicely and they are easily done at the same time.
The Polaris Ranger is capable of having enhanced roll cages and bumpers added. The best time to do modifications like this is when you have the vehicle apart to build the suspension. The Polaris Ranger suspension is adequate for a stock vehicle but if you want more out your Polaris power plant you better budget for Polaris suspension upgrades. If you don't you'll lose precious horsepower going to the wheels because the suspension will not be able to react to the higher levels of torque. This causes serious loss of horsepower.
Another drawback to a stock suspension is the amount of travel that you will get. With a properly set up suspension you'll be able to traverse rockier terrain and you'll be able to get out of places that a stock Ranger would not be able to get out of. An added benefit to a better suspension is usually an upgrade in tire sizes. A bolt on suspension will not allow you drastic changes in this department but it will allow you small upgrades to give a little added clearance.
It's easy to understand the lure of a high performance off road machine. The benefit of the Ranger is that it can take two people on a great weekend journey through the woods whereas a four-wheel vehicle is designed for a single person and a completely built off road tuck and cost at least $50,000 for a dependable vehicle. The Ranger gives a lot more for a lot less even with the added cost of upgrades.
It's important to make sure the job is properly planned and attention is paid to all elements that add up to a successful build like safety and suspension to ensure you are getting the most out of your power plant modifications and to ensure you are safe while out in the woods.
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