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38/LUBRICATION SYSTEM
Checking the engine oil level
23.3
Info
The engine oil level must be checked when the engine is cold.
Adding engine oil
23.4
Info
Too little engine oil or poor-quality engine oil results in premature wear to the engine.
Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the engine oil screen
23.5
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Remove the engine guard. (
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Drain engine oil, clean engine oil screen. (
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Remove the oil filter. (
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Install the oil filter. (
p. 160)
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Fill up with engine oil. (
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Install the engine guard. (
Draining engine oil, cleaning engine oil screen
23.6
Warning
Danger of scalding Engine oil and gear oil get very hot when the motocycle is driven.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and protective gloves. If you get scalded, immediately flush the affected areas with luke-
warm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Drain the engine oil only when the engine is warm.
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
Condition
The engine is cold.
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Check the engine oil level.
The engine oil level must be within range
Range
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400528-10
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Remove screw connection
Engine oil (SAE 10W/50) (
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Mount and tighten screw cap
100451-10
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Start the engine and let it run briefly. Stop the engine and check that it is oil-tight.
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Check the engine oil level. (
p. 30)
p. 158)
p. 159)
p. 160)
p. 30)
above the middle of the
If the engine oil level is below the specified level:
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Add engine oil. (
p. 158)
and add engine oil.
p. 263)
.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are poisonous and can result in uncon-
sciousness and/or death.
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When running the engine, always make sure there is sufficient venti-
lation, and do not start or run the engine in a closed space without an
effective exhaust extraction system.
p. 158)
.
10 mm (0.39 in)
158
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