Content Source: 2020 550 Indy 144 Owner’s Manual (9929781 R01) > Operation Chapter

IMPORTANT

The Owner's Manual for this vehicle contains warnings, instructions and other information you must read and fully understand before safely riding or performing maintenance on this vehicle.Always follow the warnings and instructions in Owner's Manual.

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Low Oil Level

Always maintain the oil level between the “add” mark and the bottle neck. Do not fill the bottle neck. See Engine Break-In for oil recommendations.
  1. Immediately stop the engine if the low oil indicator light comes on.
  2. Open the right side panel.
  3. View the oil level in the oil bottle.
  4. Add oil as needed before operating.
    NOTICE
    Operating the snowmobile without adequate engine lubrication can result in serious engine damage. Always check the oil level when refueling. Add oil as needed.
The oil bottle cap is vented to allow proper oil flow. See your POLARIS dealer for recommended replacement parts.

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