3. Loosen the oil fill cap (700 HDX) or level stick (500 HDX/Prowler mod- els). Be careful not to allow contami- nants to enter the opening. 10. Inspect the area around the drain plug and oil filter for leaks. 11. Install the center console (Prowler) or seat base and seat back (HDX); then install the seat(s) making sure they are securely latched. 700 HDX Front Differential/Rear Drive Gear Lubricant (Inspecting/Changing) Inspect and change the gear lubricant in each according to the Maintenance Schedule. When changing the lubricant, use the appropriate hypoid oil and use the following procedure. HDX042A 500 HDX/ Prowler Models 1. Place the vehicle on level ground. 2.
Remove each oil fill plug. HDX234A 4. Remove the drain plug from the bot- tom of the engine and drain the oil into a drain pan. Prowler 5. Using the oil filter wrench and a ratchet handle (or a socket or box-end wrench), remove the old oil filter and dispose of properly. Do not re-use oil filter. PR064A NOTE: Clean up any excess oil after removing the filter. 6. Apply oil to the new filter O-ring and check to make sure it is positioned correctly; then install the new oil fil- ter. Tighten securely. Prowler PR065A 7. Install the engine drain plug and tighten it securely. Pour the recom- mended oil in the filler hole (700 HDX) or level stick opening (500 HDX/Prowler models).
Install filler plug or level stick. 8. Start the engine (while the vehicle is outside on level ground) and allow it to idle for a few minutes. HDX HDX083A 9. Turn the engine off and wait approxi- mately one minute. Recheck the oil level. 41