Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha BT1100 2002 Service Manual

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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Stand the motorcycle on a level surface.
NOTE:
• Place the motorcycle on a suitable stand.
• Make sure that the motorcycle is upright.
2. Let the engine idle for a few minutes.
3. Check:
• engine oil level
• The engine oil level should be between the
CAUTION:
• Engine oil also lubricates the clutch and the
wrong oil types or additives could cause
clutch slippage. Therefore, do not add any
chemical additives or use engine oils with a
grade of CD a or higher and do not use oils
labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II" b or
higher.
• Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
4. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
5. Check the engine oil level again.
NOTE:
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
3-15
minimum level marks a and maximum level
marks b.
Below the minimum level mark
recommended engine oil to the proper level.
Recommended engine oil
Refer to the chart for the engine
oil grade which is best suited for
certain atmospheric temperatures.
API standard
SE or higher grade
ACEA standard
G4 or G5
INSP
ADJ
Add the