Checking The Engine Oil Level; Changing The Engine Oil And Oil Filter, Cleaning The Oil Screen - KTM 350 EXC-F EU 2018 Owner's Manual

18 SERVICE WORK ON THE ENGINE
18.2
18.3
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Checking the engine oil level

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Changing the engine oil and oil filter, cleaning the oil screen

Warning
Danger of scalding Engine and gear oil get very hot when the motorcycle is ridden.
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Wear suitable protective clothing and safety gloves.
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In the event of scalding, rinse the area affected immediately with lukewarm water.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
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Dispose of oils, grease, filters, fuel, cleaning agents, brake fluid, etc., correctly and in compliance with
the applicable regulations.
Info
Drain engine oil with engine at operating temperature.
Danger
Danger of poisoning Exhaust gases are toxic and inhal-
ing them may result in unconsciousness and death.
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Always make sure there is sufficient ventilation
when running the engine.
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Use an effective exhaust extraction system when
starting or running the engine in an enclosed
space.
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Start the engine and check the response.
Preparatory work
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Stand the motorcycle upright on a horizontal surface.
Condition
The engine is at operating temperature.
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Check the engine oil level.
Info
After switching off the engine, wait one minute
before checking the level.
The engine oil is at a level between the lower
edge A and the middle of the level viewer
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If the engine oil is not up to the lower edge
level viewer:
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Add engine oil. (
Preparatory work
(EXC‑F AU, EXC‑F Six Days)
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Remove the engine guard. (
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Park the motorcycle on a level surface.
B .
A
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