Yamaha VMX12 96 Supplementary Service Manual page 14

ENGINE OIL REPLACEMENT
6. Install:
S Drain bolt
NOTE:
Always use a new gasket.
7. Fill:
S Crankcase
NOTE:
Recommended oil classification: API Service
"SE", "SF" and "SG" type or equivalent (e.g.
"SF-SE", "SF-SE-CC", "SF-SE-SD" etc.).
CAUTION:
S Do not add any chemical additives.
Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and
additives could cause clutch slippage.
S Do not allow foreign material to enter the
crankcase.
8. Install:
S Oil filler cap
9. Warm up the engine for a few minutes, then
stop the engine.
10. Inspect:
S Engine (for oil leaks)
S Oil level
–6–
INSP
ADJ
Drain bolt:
43 Nm (4.3 mSkg, 31 ftSlb)
Recommended oil:
At 5_C (40_F) or higher A :
SAE 20W40 type SE motor oil
At 15_C (60_F) or lower B :
SAE 10W30 type SE motor oil
Oil quantity:
Total amount:
4.7 L (4.1 lmp qt, 5.0 US qt)
Periodic oil change:
3.5 L (3.1 lmp qt, 3.7 US qt)
With oil filter replacement:
3.8 L (3.3 lmp qt, 4.0 US qt)
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