KTM 350 EXC-F EU 2012 Repair Manual page 186

38/LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Adding engine oil
24.4
Info
Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine.
Checking the engine oil pressure
24.5
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Remove the oil filler plug
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Add the same engine oil that was used when the motor was changed.
Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) (
Alternative 1
Engine oil (SAE 10W/60) (00062010035) (
Info
For optimal performance of the engine oil, do not mix different types of
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engine oil.
If appropriate, change the engine oil.
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Install and tighten the oil filler plug with O-ring.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may
result in unconsciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and check that it is oil-tight.
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Check the engine oil level. (
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Remove the chain adjuster release screw.
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Mount and tighten special tool
Guideline
Oil pressure adapter
Oil pressure adapter (77329006000) (
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Connect pressure gauge
305068-10
Pressure testing tool (61029094000) (
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and inhaling them may
result in unconsciousness and/or death.
–
When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient ventila-
tion, and do not start or run the engine in an enclosed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
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Start the engine and let it warm up.
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Check the engine oil pressure.
Engine oil pressure
Engine oil temperature: 80 °C
(176 °F)
Engine speed: 1,600 rpm
Engine oil temperature: 80 °C
(176 °F)
Engine speed: 6,000 rpm
» If the measured value is less than the specification:
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Check the oil pump for wear. Check all oil holes for free flow.
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Switch off the engine.
with the O-ring from the clutch cover.
1
p. 268)
p. 268)
p. 181)
.
1
M10x1
p. 279)
without the t-plate to the special tool.
2
p. 275)
0.9 bar (13 psi)
2.5 bar (36 psi)
184
10 Nm (7.4 lbf ft)