Honda GXH50 Owner's Manual page 8

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Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and in a level
position.
1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
2. Insert the oil filler cap/dipstick into the oil filler neck as shown,
but do not screw it in, then remove it to check the oil level.
3. If the oil level is near or below the lower limit mark on the
dipstick, fill with the recommended oil (see page
upper limit mark (bottom edge of the oil fill hole). Do not overfill.
4. Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick.
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
OIL FILL HOLE
(bottom edge)
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage. This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor's
Limited Warranty.
The Oil Alert system (applicable types) will automatically stop
the engine before the oil level falls below the safe limit.
However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected
shutdown, always check the engine oil level before startup.
8
Oil Change
Drain the used oil when the engine is warm. Warm oil drains
quickly and completely.
1.
2.
7 ) to the
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT
3.
4.
ENGLISH
Place a suitable container below the engine to catch the used oil,
then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick, oil drain plug and washer.
Allow the used oil to drain completely, then reinstall the oil drain
plug and new washer, and tighten the oil drain plug securely.
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible
with the environment. We suggest you take used oil in a sealed
container to your local recycling center or service station for
reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground,
or pour it down a drain.
OIL FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
SEALING
WASHER
OIL DRAIN PLUG
With the engine in a level position, fill with the recommended oil
(see page ) to the upper limit mark (bottom edge of the oil fill 7
hole).
OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK
Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine
damage. This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor's
Limited Warranty.
The Oil Alert system (applicable types) will automatically stop
the engine before the oil level falls below the safe limit.
However, to avoid the inconvenience of an unexpected
shutdown, fill to the upper limit, and check the oil level regularly.
Reinstall the oil filler cap/dipstick securely.
UPPER LIMIT
LOWER LIMIT