Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha Vmax VMX17C 2009 Service Manual

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8. Install:
• Spark plug
Spark plug
13 Nm (1.3 m·kgf, 9.4 ft·lbf)
TIP
Before installing the spark plug, clean the spark
plug and gasket surface.
9. Connect:
• Spark plug cap
10.Install:
• Battery box
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS" on page 4-1.
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Stand the vehicle on a level surface.
TIP
• Place the vehicle on a suitable stand.
• Make sure 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
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.
a
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NOTICE
• 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 "c" or higher and do not use
oils labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II"
"d".
• Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
TIP
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
4. Start the engine, warm it up for several min-
utes, and then turn it off.
b
5. Check the engine oil level again.
a
TIP
Before checking the engine oil level, wait a few
minutes until the oil has settled.
3-10
Type
YAMALUBE 4 10W-40 or 20W-
50, SAE 10W-40 or SAE 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
0 10 30 50 70 90 110
YAMALUBE 4 10W-40
or SAE 10W-40
YAMALUBE 4 20W-50
or SAE 20W-50
–20 –10 0 10 20 30
ENGINE
130 ˚F
40 50 ˚C