Service Work On The Engine; Checking The Engine Oil Level; Changing The Engine Oil And Oil Filter, Cleaning The Oil Screens - KTM 2016 690 DUKE Owner's Manual

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SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE

18.1

Checking the engine oil level

Info
The engine oil level must be checked at normal engine operating temperature.
18.2

Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screens

Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
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Wear appropriate protective clothing and safety gloves. In case of burns, rinse immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
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Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute before checking the level.
The engine oil must be between marking
» If the engine oil level is not at the specified level:
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Add engine oil. (
K00381-10
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and marking
p. 152)
147
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of the oil level viewer.