Content Source: 2020 RGR 500 / 570 / EPS Owner’s Manual (9929908 R02) > Maintenance Chapter

IMPORTANT

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Gearcases

Transmission (Main Gearcase)

Always check and change the transmission oil at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Maintain the oil level even with the bottom thread of the fill plug hole.
TORQUE
Transmission Drain / Fill Plug:
14 ft-lbs (19 Nm)

Oil Check

The fill plug is located on the rear of the gearcase. Maintain the fluid level at the bottom of the fill plug hole.
To check the transmission fluid, do the following:

  1. Position the vehicle on a level surface and turn off the engine.
  2. Remove the fill plug .
  3. Check the fluid level.
  4. Add the recommended fluid to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Do not overfill.
  5. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.

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Fluid Change

The drain plug is located on the bottom of the gearcase. Access the drain plug through the hole in the skid plate.

  1. Insure the engine is off and remove the fill plug .
  2. Place a drain pan under the drain plug .
  3. Remove the drain plug. Allow the fluid to drain completely.
  4. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
  5. Add the recommended fluid to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Do not overfill.
  6. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
  7. Check for leaks. Discard used fluid properly.

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Front Gearcase (Demand Drive)

Always check and change the demand drive fluid at the intervals outlined in the Periodic Maintenance Chart. Maintain the oil level even with the bottom thread of the fill plug hole. Refer to the Gearcase Specifications Chart for recommended lubricants, capacities and torque specifications.
ADC Models: Change the front gearcase fluid every 25 hours if the ADC unit is exposed to extreme use. Extreme use includes any of the following:
  • Operation in ADC mode for prolonged periods.
  • Constant ADC operation on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • ADC is the primary mode of all-wheel-drive operation.
TIP
If the front gearcase makes excessive noise during ADC operation, change the demand drive fluid. If the noise continues, please see your dealer or other qualified service person for service.

Oil Check

The front gearcase fill plug is located on the right side of the front gearcase.

  1. Position the vehicle on a level surface.
  2. Remove the fill plug . Check the oil level.
  3. Add the recommended oil as needed.
  4. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.

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Oil Change

  1. Support the vehicle securely with a jackstand.
  2. Remove the front tire on the driver's side.
  3. Remove the fill plug.
  4. Place a drain pan under the drain plug on the bottom right-hand side.
  5. Remove the drain plug. Drain the oil.
  6. Clean and reinstall the drain plug. Torque to specification.
  7. Add the recommended fluid to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Do not overfill.
  8. Reinstall the fill plug. Torque to specification.
  9. Check for leaks.
  10. Discard used oil properly.

Gearcase Specification Chart

Gearcase Lubricant Capacity Fill Plug Torque Drain Plug/ Level Check Plug Torque
Transmission (Main Gearcase) AGL Gearcase Lubricant & Transmission Fluid 41 oz.
(1200 ml)
10-14 ft. lbs.
(14-19 Nm)
10-14 ft. lbs.
(14-19 Nm)
Demand Drive Unit (Front Gearcase) Demand Drive Fluid 9.3 oz.
(275 ml)
8-10 ft. lbs.
(11-13.6 Nm)
11 ft. lbs.
(15 Nm)

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