Pre-Operation Check - Honda WT20X Owner's Manual

4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK
1. Check the engine oil level.
CAUTION:
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Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life.
Nondetergent oils and 2-stroke oils are not recommended because they
have inadequate lubricating characteristics.
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Check the oil level with the pump on a level surface and the engine
stopped.
Use Honda 4-stroke oil, or an
equivalent high detergent, premium
quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufac-
turer's requirements for Service
Classification SE or SF. Motor oils
classified SE or SF will show this
.
20 40 60 60 100°F
designation
on the container.
0 I
-30 -20 -10
SAE
0
10
low-40 is
for
20 30
recommended
40°C
general, all-temperature use.
Ambient temperature
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
2. Insert the filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
3. If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with recommended
oil.
NOTE: The Oil Alert System will automatically stop the engine before the
oil level falls below the safe limit. However, to avoid the inconvenience of
an unexpected shutdown, it is still advisable to visually inspect the oil level
regularly.
OIL FILLER NECK
UPPER LEVEL