Honda 2009 GOLDWING GL1800 Owner's Manual page 173

Changing Engine Oil & Filter
Refer to Saf ety Precautions
Your motorcycle's oil filter has very specific performance requirements. Use a
new Honda Genuine oil filter or a filter of equal quality specified for your
model.
Using the wrong oil f ilter may result in leaks or engine damage.
This procedure requires mechanical skill and professional tools such as a torque
wrench and oil filter wrench, as well as a means for disposing of the drained
fluid (page 201 ). If you do not have the skills or the tools, see your Honda
dealer.
Drain the Engine Oil:
1. Park your motorcycle on its center stand on a firm, level surface.
2. If the engine is cold, start it and let it idle for 3 5 minutes. Turn the engine
off. Wait 2 3 minutes for the oil to settle.
3. Remove the front lower cover (page
4. Place a drain pan under the engine oil drain bolt.
5. To drain the oil, remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, engine oil drain bolt, and
sealing washer.
FRONT, UNDER ENGINE
engine oil drain bolt
Engine Oil & Filter
on page 142 .
158 ).
sealing washer
Servicing Your Honda
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