Honda CRF230F 2004 Owner's Manual page 72

Checking & Adding Oil
RIGHT SIDE
(1) oil filler cap/dipstick
(2) upper level mark
(3) lower level mark
1. Park your motorcycle on a firm, level
surface.
2. Clean around the oil filler cap/dipstick ( )
and nearby surfaces.
(1)
(2)
(3)
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3. Start the engine and let it idle for 3-5
minutes. Stop the engine. Wait 2-3 minutes.
4. Immediately unscrew and remove the oil
filler cap/dipstick. Wipe it clean.
5. Hold the motorcycle upright.
6. Insert the dipstick until it seats, but do not
screw it in.
7. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
If the oil is at or near the upper level mark
( ), you do not have to add oil. 2
If the oil is below or near the lower level
mark ( ), add the recommended oil until 3
it reaches the upper level mark. (Do not
overfill.)
8. Insert the dipstick and screw it in tightly.
9. Check for oil leaks.
Engine Oil
Servicing Your Honda
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