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17 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
17.2
17.3
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Checking the engine oil level
Info
The engine oil level can be checked when the engine is cold or warm.
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Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screens
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Note
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance
with the applicable regulations.
Info
Check the O-rings for damage.
Replace damaged O-rings.
Drain the engine oil while the engine is at operating temperature.
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Start the engine and check the response.
Preparatory work
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil reaches the middle of level viewer
»
If the engine oil does not reach the middle of the level
viewer:
–
Add engine oil. (
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
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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 level is between the middle of the level
A
viewer
and the upper edge of the level viewer
»
If the engine oil does not reach the middle of level
A
viewer
:
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Add engine oil. (
A
.
p. 113)
B
.
p. 113)
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