Content Source: 2020 RANGER 1000 / RANGER CREW 1000 Owner’s Manual (9930790 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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Engine and Drivetrain Break-in

  1. Fill the fuel tank with gasoline. Always exercise extreme caution whenever handling gasoline.
  2. Check the oil level. Add the recommended oil as needed to maintain the oil level in the safe operating range.
  3. Complete the New Operator Driving Procedures.
  4. Avoid aggressive use of the brakes.
  5. Vary throttle positions. Do not operate at sustained idle.
  6. Pull only light loads.
  7. Perform regular checks on fluid levels, controls and areas outlined on the daily pre-ride inspection checklist.
  8. During the break-in period, change both the oil and the filter at 25 hours or one month.
  9. Check fluid levels of transmission and all gearcases after the first 25 hours of operation and every 100 hours thereafter.

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