Changing Engine Oil And The Engine Oil Filter - APRILIA ATLANTIC 125 - MANUEL 2 Manual

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CHANGING ENGINE OIL AND THE
ENGINE OIL FILTER
Have the oil changed at an aprilia Official
Dealer.
R e a d p a g e 2 1 ( F U E L ) , p a g e 3 6
( M A I N T E N A N C E ) a n d p a g e
(LUBRICANT CHART).
NOTE
Place the vehicle on firm and
level ground.
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Place the vehicle on the centre stand.
WARNING
T h e e n g i n e a n d e x h a u s t s y s t e m
components stay hot for some time
even after the engine has been stopped.
Wear heat gloves before handling these
components or allow for the engine and
the exhaust system to cool down.
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Stop the engine and let it cool down.
This will allow the oil to settle into the oil
pan and cool down.
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Unscrew and extract the plug/dipstick
(1).
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Unscrew and remove the oil cartridge
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filter (3) from the engine.
WARNING
Do not use the vehicle when lubricant
levels are low or lubricant has become
contaminated. Use specified lubricants
only. Improper lubrication will lead to
working parts fretting, resulting in
irreparable damage.
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Unscrew and remove the oil drain plug
(4) and then drain all engine oil. Install a
new oil cartridge filter (3). Lubricate the
filter O-rings before installation.
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Screw and tighten the engine oil drain
plug (4).
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Pour about 1100 cc oil into the filler
opening (2).
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Screw and tighten the oil dipstick (1).
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Start the engine and let it run for several
minutes. Stop the engine and let it cool
down. Check engine oil level using the
dipstick (1) and top up as required
without exceeding the MAX mark.
For top-ups and oil changes, use
synthetic oil SAE 5/W 40 type exceeding
the API ST specification. Always use
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new oil.
Used oil contains substances that are
very dangerous for the environment.
Have the oil changed at an aprilia
Official Dealer, who will dispose of used
oil in accordance with applicable
regulations.
WARNING