Checking The Engine Oil Level - Yamaha Wolverine YX70EPNG Service Manual

8. Assemble:
• Air filter element frame
• Air filter element
• Air filter element holder
9. Install:
• Air filter element assembly
10.Install:
• Air filter case cover
11.Install:
• Center storage compartment
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS (3)" on page
4-6.
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CHECKING THE ENGINE OIL LEVEL

1. Place the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Check the engine oil level on a cold engine.
TIP
If the engine was started before the oil level was
checked, be sure to warm up the engine suffi-
ciently, and then wait at least 10 minutes until
the oil settles for an accurate reading.
3. Remove:
• Passenger seat cushion
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS (2)" on page
4-3.
• Passenger seat belt buckle rubber cover
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS (3)" on page
4-6.
4. 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.
TIP
With the arrow mark "c" pointing in the direction
shown, insert the dipstick completely into the oil
filler hole, and then remove it again to check the
oil level.
ECB01820
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" or higher and do not use oils
labeled "ENERGY CONSERVING II".
• Do not allow foreign materials to enter the
crankcase.
5. Check the engine oil level again.
ECB01830
NOTICE
Be sure the engine oil is at the correct level,
otherwise engine damage may result.
6. Install:
• Passenger seat belt buckle rubber cover
• Passenger seat cushion
b
a
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Recommended brand
YAMALUBE
Type
SAE 0W-30, 10W-30, 10W-40,
15W-40, 20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade
API service SG type or higher,
JASO standard MA
0 10 30 50
SAE 0W-30
SAE 10W-30
SAE 10W-40
SAE 15W-40
–20 –10 0 10
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS (3)" on page
4-6.
Refer to "GENERAL CHASSIS (2)" on page
4-3.
c
70 90 110 130 ˚F
SAE 20W-40
SAE 20W-50
20 30 40 50 ˚C