Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha YP250R 2005 Service Manual

MEASURING THE COMPRESSION PRESSURE/

CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

8. Install:
• spark plug
9. Connect:
• spark plug cap
10.Install:
• storage box
Refer to "COVERS AND PANELS".
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
NOTE:
• Place the vehicle on a centerstand.
• Make sure that the vehicle is upright.
2. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
3. Check:
• engine oil level
Wipe the dipstick 1 clean, insert it into the
oil filler hole (without screwing it in), and
then remove it to check the oil level.
The engine oil level should be between the
minimum level mark a and maximum level
mark b.
Below the minimum level mark → Add the
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
NOTE:
• Before checking the engine oil level, wait a
few minutes until the oil has settled.
• Do not screw the dipstick in when inspecting
the oil level.
Recommended engine oil type
SAE10W30, SAE10W40,
SAE15W40, SAE20W40, or
SAE20W50
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
CAUTION:
Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
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