MOTO GUZZI V 50 Owner's Manual page 41

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LUBRICATIONS
Engine
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Checking the oil level:
Every 500 km (300 mi a.) check the oil level
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in the sump. (A correct level is nearly at the
maximum mark on the filler dipstick «A»).
Should the level be lower, top up with oil of
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same type and density.
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Let the engine idle for a few minutes before che­
cking; oil filler dipstick
down fully.
Changing the oil:
After the first 500
•
every 3000 km (2000 mi a.) change the crank­
case oil.
The oil has to be replaced when the engine
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is warm. Remember to allow all the old oil to
drain before introducing fresh oil.
«A» Oil filler cap with dipstick.
«S» Oil drain plug, front.
«C» Oil drain plug, rear.
Q.ty required: 2,250 I (5.8 US pints - 4 1/2 Imp.
pints) «Agip Sint 2000» SAE10W/50.
Replacement of filter cartridge
After the first 500 - :
(first oil change) and later on every 6000 km
(4000 mil or so, replace the filter cartridge pro-
ceeding as follows:
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A.. must be screwed
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1000 km and later on
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